10 May 2016
Clariant features Low Emissions Technology at Metal + Metallurgy China exhibition 2016
Shanghai, May 11, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is helping reshape the sustainable future of the Chinese foundry industry through its Low Emission (LE) Technology. GEKO® LE and ECOSIL® LE, a two-tiered bentonite solution for green sand casting, are going to be featured at the Metal + Metallurgy China Exhibition that will take place in Beijing, China on 17 - 20 May 2016. The products are the cornerstones of Clariant’s LE Technology that prevents emissions from the outset, supporting a more sustainable casting process and improving total cost of ownership for users.
10 May 2016
Clariant gains preliminary EPA recognition for pollution prevention potential of Hostacor® AL corrosion inhibitor
Muttenz, May 10, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, says its recently-introduced Hostacor® AL water-dispersible corrosion inhibitor for use in the metalworking industry has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its potential to reduce environmental pollution. The recognition is provided as part of the EPA’s Pollution Prevention (P2) Recognition Project within its New Chemicals Program (NCP), which is intended to encourage chemical companies to develop “greener” chemistries.
9 May 2016
Clariant’s R&D alliance with TUM, MuniCat, relocates to state-of-the-art Catalysis Research Center
Munich, May 9, 2016 – Clariant congratulates the Technical University of Munich (TUM) on the inauguration of a new building for its Catalysis Research Center (CRC). The CRC is home to MuniCat, the Munich catalysis research alliance between TUM and the specialty chemicals company Clariant. Clariant’s Catalysts business unit is a leading global developer and producer of catalysts for industrial processes.
9 May 2016
Clariant to feature BeautyForward® trend guide at Indonesian Cosmetic Ingredients exhibition
Singapore, May 9, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is going to take part in the Indonesian Cosmetic Ingredients (ICI) exhibition due to take place in Jakarta International Expo, Indonesia on May 11-13, 2016. Making its debut to the Asian audience will be the BeautyForward® trend guide for personal care through Clariant's extensive industry knowledge and insights. In addition, its locally produced Halal certified range of ingredients will also be highlighted during ICI.
1 May 2016
Clariant to present leading line of container desiccants at Indonesia Agro Expo
Singapore, May 1, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will join the 16th annual Indonesia Agro Expo in Jakarta, Indonesia on May 5th-8th, 2016. As a leader in the cargo desiccant market, Clariant will present the Container Dri®II desiccants to the agricultural, food and beverage industry in the company’s debut on the Agro Expo.
28 Apr 2016
Clariant with a good start into 2016 – improved sales and increased profitability
“Clariant had a good start into the year with solid sales growth and profitability improvement,” said CEO Hariolf Kottmann. “All our business areas performed well in the current mixed global economic environment and significantly expanded their EBITDA margins. This positive development in all business areas was achieved by a positive mix effect in our higher margin Business Areas as well as the first impact of the differentiated business steering in Plastics & Coatings. For 2016, we are on track to achieve our targets despite the continued challenging economic environment.”
27 Apr 2016
Clariant emphasizes major steps to become China Insider at Chinaplas 2016
Muttenz/Shanghai, April 27, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has emphasized the new strategy for Greater China during the Chinaplas press conference. The strategic frame work focuses on five local components – Local Insight, Competitiveness, Empowerment, Innovation and Partnerships – to progress Clariant’s commitment to becoming a true China Insider.
27 Apr 2016
Clariant unveils AddWorks® solutions tailored to China’s flexible packaging industry needs
Shanghai, April 27, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has launched two AddWorks solutions at Chinaplas 2016 specifically to give the flexible packaging industry in Greater China and South East Asia new options for improving productivity, functionality and sustainability. In addition to their individual advantages, new AddWorks® PKG 902 and AddWorks LXR 408 both can help processors to reduce costs when producing high-quality flexible film for consumer packaging.
26 Apr 2016
Clariant successfully places EUR 300 million of certificates of indebtedness
Muttenz, April 26, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announced today the issuance of in aggregate EUR 300 million of debt in the German market for certificates of indebtedness (“Schuldschein”). The four certificates have terms of 4.5 years (EUR 156.5 million with a fixed coupon and EUR 55.5 million with a floating coupon), 7 years (EUR 73.5 million with a fixed coupon) and 10 years (EUR 14.5 million with a fixed coupon).
26 Apr 2016
Clariant Healthcare Packaging Expands BCP Program with Desiccants from Chinese Site
Muttenz, April 26, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, and its Healthcare Packaging unit, is launching family of standard desiccant packets from its plant in Dongguan, China. In addition to enabling quick delivery in local markets, the new manufacturing operation can provide critical back up for Clariant’s other global sites, should it ever be required.
26 Apr 2016
Clariant Healthcare Packaging Announces Compliance with New USP Desiccant Rules
Muttenz, April 26, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, and its Healthcare Packaging unit, has been actively supporting the U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) in development of new standards governing the quality and performance of desiccants placed in pharmaceutical packaging to protect against moisture.
25 Apr 2016
Clariant at Chinaplas 2016: emphasis on local tailored support for Greater China and South East Asia
Shanghai, China, April 25, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, offered Chinaplas 2016 visitors insight into the Value for People its local focus is bringing to the region – from product innovations centered on the specific needs of its plastics processors and product developers, to new on-the-ground investments to progress Clariant’s commitment to becoming a China Insider.
