17 Mar 2026
Clariant advances formulation stability and biological compatibility for improved agriculture at CAC 2026
Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, is presenting its innovative agricultural solutions at the China International Agrochemical & Crop Protection Exhibition (CAC 2026), taking place from March 17-19, 2026 at Hall 7.2, 72F09, National Exhibition and Convention Center Shanghai. Under the slogan "Greater chemistry, better harvests," Clariant showcases advanced formulation technologies, including two new product launches designed to help customers overcome critical challenges in modern agriculture.
12 Mar 2026
Clariant successfully demonstrates advanced Pyrolysis Oil upgrading technology for circular plastics with Borealis and SINTEF
Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today announced the successful completion of a collaborative pilot-scale project with Borealis, a leading provider of advanced and circular polyolefin solutions, and SINTEF, one of Europe's largest independent research organizations. The partnership successfully demonstrated Clariant's pyrolysis oil (pyoil) upgrading technology, marking a significant milestone in advancing circular economy solutions for the plastics industry.
3 Mar 2026
Clariant Zeolites partners with Vertimass to scale-up innovative CADO biofuels technology
Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today announced a strategic collaboration with Vertimass LLC aiming to accelerate the development and commercialization of advanced zeolite catalysts for the catalytic conversion of biobased alcohols via Vertimass Consolidated Alcohols Deoxygenation and Oligomerization (CADO) process. The envisaged project combines Vertimass' novel technology with Clariant's six decades of expertise in zeolite catalyst development to advance sustainable processing.
25 Feb 2026
Clariant achieves EU Commission approval for renewable rice bran wax additives in food-contact plastics
Clariant has achieved a regulatory milestone with the EU Commission approval based on the EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) positive safety assessment for its renewable rice bran wax additives in food-contact plastics. This authorization, published in the (EU) 2026/245 amending Annex I to Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 on February 2, 2026 positions Clariant's Licocare RBW product line as a sustainable and compliant solution for applications intended to come into contact with food across the European plastics industry.
5 Feb 2026
Unlocking ultra-high-pressure reserves: why Shenandoah is a milestone for deepwater engineering and advanced chemistry
When Beacon Offshore Energy's Shenandoah field achieved 100,000 barrels of oil per day (bopd) after 75 days, it didn't just exceed all regional ramp-up benchmarks and set a new performance standard for deepwater operations, it validated decades of innovation in extreme offshore environments and collaborative engineering. For Clariant Oil Services, Shenandoah represents a proving ground where meticulous testing meets reality under some of the most severe production conditions on Earth: pressures exceeding 20,000 psi (1,400 bar) and water depths approaching 6,000 feet (1,800 metres).
27 Jan 2026
Why antimony no longer works for modern adhesives
The changing landscape of flame retardant technology
Fire safety remains a critical concern across industries, with adhesives playing an essential but often overlooked role in preventing ignition, limiting flame spread, and reducing heat release during fire events. For decades, antimony trioxide (ATO) in combination with halogenated flame retardants has been an industry standard additive in adhesive formulations. However, significant market shifts and regulatory pressures are driving manufacturers to seek more sustainable alternatives.
17 Dec 2025
Clariant Catalysts drives innovation in China through continued sponsorship of National Catalysis Achievement Award
Clariant, a sustainability focused specialty chemical company, today announced the laureate of the National Catalysis Achievement Award at the 22nd National Congress on Catalysis of China (NCC 2025). Presented by the Catalysis Society of China, and sponsored by Clariant, the prestigious award recognizes Prof. Dr. Zhang Tao from Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics for his exceptional contributions to catalysis research. The ceremony took place during the congress opening at Xiamen International Conference Center, marking Clariant's fourth consecutive collaboration with the Catalysis Society of Chinese Chemical Society to honor breakthrough innovations in the field.
16 Dec 2025
Partnering for success: Inside Clariant's Industrial Applications Innovation Center in North America
In today's rapidly evolving coatings, inks, and adhesives industries, formulators face increasingly complex challenges. From meeting stringent regulatory requirements to enhancing product performance while reducing environmental impact, the pressure to innovate has never been greater. At Clariant's Industrial Applications Innovation Center, located in Mount Holly, North Carolina, we've created a collaborative ecosystem where expertise, cutting-edge technology, and customer-focused solutions converge to address these challenges head-on.
10 Dec 2025
Clariant’s CATOFIN™ Catalyst Innovation Boosts Performance in Ningxia Runfeng’s PDH Operations
Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today announced the continued excellent performance of its high-efficiency CATOFIN catalyst and heat-generating material (HGM) at Ningxia Runfeng New Material Technology Co., Ltd.’s propane dehydrogenation (PDH) unit.
8 Dec 2025
How recyclable carpets could transform the flooring industry
Most carpets still end up in landfill or incineration, locked out of the circular economy. In Europe, an estimated 1.6 million tonnes of carpet waste reach the end of their lives every year. According to data from Deutsche Umwelthilfe from 2017, the vast majority of it, nearly 98%, is either incinerated or sent to landfill. While the use of polyester has improved recycling rates, this improvement remains in the low single-digit percentage range. Germany alone contributes around 400,000 tonnes to this waste stream annually.
3 Dec 2025
Clariant's sustainability-driven innovations earn global recognition at Gulf Energy Information Excellence Awards 2025
In an era where chemical producers face mounting pressure to reduce environmental impact without sacrificing operational efficiency, two groundbreaking technologies from Clariant Catalysts are proving that sustainability and performance can go hand-in-hand. The Chromium-Free HySat™ catalyst platform and EDHOX™ technology (jointly developed with Linde) recently won in two major categories at the Gulf Energy Information Excellence Awards 2025, demonstrating how innovative catalyst technology can revolutionize established chemical processes.
2 Dec 2025
Clariant awarded 2025 Schneider Electric Outstanding Supplier Award
Clariant’s Additives business has been honored with a 2025 Schneider Electric Outstanding Supplier Award at Schneider Electric’s Global Supplier Day in Copenhagen. Notably, Clariant received this recognition despite not being a direct supplier, highlighting the strategic importance of Clariant’s innovative flame retardant technologies in Schneider’s upstream value chain.
