Clariant launches two new pigment dispersions for the Indian printing industry

Dr. Deepak Parikh, Vice Chairman and Managing Director, Clariant Chemicals India Ltd inaugurating Asia Coat + Ink Show 2015 in Mumbai on March 2, 2015. (Photo: Clariant)Mumbai, March 2, 2014 – Clariant, a world leader in Specialty Chemicals, today announced the launch of two new pigment dispersions for the Indian printing industry, at the Asia Coat + Ink Show 2015. With the launch of Permajet IN-C and Flexonyl WF, Clariant will actively demonstrate its commitment to creating value for its customers. These pigment dispersions are launched to address the needs of the non-impact printing and packaging industries, respectively.

Clariant completes the sale of its Energy Storage Business to Johnson Matthey

ClariantMuttenz, March 2, 2015 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, today announced the completion of the sale of its Business Line Energy Storage to Johnson Matthey Plc, which was announced on October 29th,2014. The sale was closed on February 28th 2015.

Forty years on, Perstorp's Capa™ commitment is stronger than ever

This year is the 40th anniversary of Capa™, the multi-talented range of caprolactone monomer, aliphatic polyester polyols and thermoplastics from Perstorp. The Sweden-based global supplier of specialty chemicals continues to innovate with Capa™, to bring ground-breaking high-end performance to products and processes in adhesives, biopolymers, coatings, elastomers, and resins used in a wide range of applications. (Photo: Perstorp)This year is the 40th anniversary of Capa™, the multi-talented range of caprolactone monomer, aliphatic polyester polyols and thermoplastics from Perstorp. The Sweden-based global supplier of specialty chemicals continues to innovate with Capa™, to bring ground-breaking high-end performance to products and processes in adhesives, biopolymers, coatings, elastomers, and resins used in a wide range of applications.

Clariant to showcase moisture solutions for furniture at IFEX 2015

ClariantSingapore, February 26, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will showcase its leading desiccant products and its locally produced line of container desiccants, Container Dri® II dedicated to the furniture market in Indonesia during the International Furniture Expo 2015 (IFEX 2015) to be held on March 12-15, 2015 at the Jakarta International Expo, Indonesia.

Rapid Granulator and Eldan now in the same ownership - giving customers more choice than ever

Heading the two companies is Dr. Toni Reftman, who holds a Ph.D. in recycling, has been appointed to the post of CEO and Director of both companies.  (Photo: Rapid Granulator, RAPPR039)Bredaryd, Sweden - February 25, 2015 - Following the acquisition of Rapid Granulator by Lifco, customers will now - for the first time - be able to directly access a unique portfolio of granulators and shredders, as the company joins forces with sister company Eldan, which is also owned by Lifco.

ARCHROMA RECEIVES FDA FOOD CONTACT APPROVAL FOR NEW CARTAGUARD® KST OIL AND GREASE RESISTANCE ADDITIVE

Archroma's Cartaguard® KST molecules prevent grease drops from soaking paper. (Photo: Archroma)Reinach, 25 February 2015 - Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals, announces FDA approval for the use of its new Cartaguard® KST in the manufacture of paper and board for food packaging.

Funds advised by Apax Partners agree to acquire Azelis from 3i

Azelis3i, Azelis and Apax Partners today announce that Atlas Holding S.A., the holding company of the Azelis Group (the "Company") has signed a binding agreement to sell the Company, a pan-European speciality chemical distributor to funds advised by Apax Partners, a global private equity firm.

Univar gets personal at in-cosmetics 2015 with new profile-specific trend textures for today's women

Univar gets personal at in-cosmetics 2015 with new profile-specific trend textures for today’s women. (Photo Univar, UNPR076)London, England - February 23, 2015 - Univar will reveal exciting new trend-focused, texture-driven Skin Care and Make-up formulations, alongside attention-grabbing colours support for Personal Care customers, at in-cosmetics 2015.