Clariant
Clariant is a focused specialty chemical company led by the overarching purpose of “Greater chemistry – between people and planet.” By connecting customer focus, innovation, and people, the company creates solutions to foster sustainability in different industries. On 31 December 2024, Clariant totaled a staff number of 10 465 and recorded sales of CHF 4.152 billion in the fiscal year for its continuing businesses. Since January 2023, the Group conducts its business through the three Business Units Care Chemicals, Catalysts, and Adsorbents & Additives. Clariant is based in Switzerland.
Rothausstrasse 61
4132 Muttenz 1
Switzerland
6 Nov 2025
Clariant announces joint venture for novel flame retardants with FUHUA
Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today announced its strategic joint venture with FUHUA, focused on developing innovative non-halogenated flame retardants. The new initiative, which is subject to customary approval from relevant authorities, aims to create next-generation phosphorus-based flame retardants to serve several industries like building and construction, automotive, electric and electronic, directly addressing the tightening technical and regulatory environment in these sectors.
5 Nov 2025
Clariant celebrates Care Chemicals expansion at Daya Bay, strengthening its position in China
Marking a significant milestone in its Asian growth strategy, Clariant has unveiled its newly expanded state-of-the-art facilities at Daya Bay, China, following the completion of its strategic CHF 80-million investment, substantially boosts Clariant's manufacturing capabilities in one of its key growth markets.
4 Nov 2025
Clariant and Lucas Meyer Cosmetics unveil formulations, transforming daily care into sensorial experiences
At in-cosmetics Asia 2025 Clariant together with Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant is presenting its latest highlights for the personal care industry at in-cosmetics Asia 2025 (booth W50, hall 103). In the spotlight are three new formulation concepts that address evolving consumer demands while highlighting its commitment to the Asian market with the opening of a new production facility in China.
3 Nov 2025
Clariant Oil Services recognized by Petrobras with Best Suppliers Award for Chemical Products
Clariant Oil Services, a leading producer and supplier of specialty oilfield production chemicals and services to the oil and gas industry, has been recognized by Petrobras as the winner in the Chemical Products category at the 8th edition of the Petrobras Best Suppliers Award program. The award reflects Clariant’s strong presence and commitment to advancing oilfield innovation and operational excellence in Brazil.
15 Oct 2025
Clariant launches TexCare™ One Terra, a new polymer technology for ultra-concentrated laundry formulations
Clariant today unveiled TexCare One Terra, an innovative multifunctional polymer engineered to improve the performance of high-concentrate liquid laundry products, particularly laundry capsules. The latest addition to Clariant's established TexCare product range addresses the growing market trend toward compact laundry formulations while delivering exceptional cleaning effectiveness even at low temperatures and dosages.
14 Oct 2025
Clariant increases capacity in Daya Bay facility and expands Exolit™ OP portfolio for e-mobility
Clariant completes its CHF 100 million investment in the Daya Bay facility, with the second production line fully operational in November. This expanded capacity strengthens Clariant's ability to meet growing demand for more sustainable flame-retardant solutions in Asia and globally, particularly in the rapidly expanding e-mobility sector.
9 Oct 2025
Clariant unveils titanium-based catalyst solutions for more sustainable polyester production
Clariant presents its new AddWorks titanium-based catalyst solutions for polyester polymerization at K 2025, the world's premier trade fair for plastics and rubber.
Set to launch in 2026, this technology offers a more sustainable and high-performance alternative to traditional antimony-based catalysts, addressing both environmental concerns and supply chain challenges, and simplifying PET recycling to support circularity in the polyester industry. While the initial focus is on PET due to its large global market, Clariant’s titanium-based catalyst solutions are designed to work across the entire polyester family, including PETG, PCT, PBT, PTT, PBAT, TPEE, and even emerging polyesters like PEF, by acting as a highly effective transesterification/polycondensation catalyst.
25 Sep 2025
Beyond Carnauba: Clariant’s reliable bio-based wax for resilient printing inks and premium applications
How can you achieve flawless aesthetics and high-performance functionality in inks and coatings while meeting the world's demands for greater sustainability, transparency and supply chain resilience?
24 Sep 2025
Clariant SynDane™ catalyst achieves performance milestones at Wanhua maleic anhydride plant
Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today announced the solid performance of its SynDane 3142 LA catalyst at Wanhua Chemical's maleic anhydride plant in Yantai, Shandong province, China. The catalyst, which started up in 2024, has demonstrated very good operational results, delivering on its promise of efficiency and sustainability benefits.
23 Sep 2025
Clariant's HAIRMONIST concept - a new way for personalized hair care formulations
Clariant has unveiled HAIRMONIST: The Hair Symphony, a new hair care concept that harmonizes personalization, sustainability, and sensory experiences to meet evolving consumer demands. Developed by Clariant's Latin American team, this new approach demonstrates how the company's specialized ingredients enable beauty brands to create customized hair care solutions.
17 Sep 2025
Lucas Meyer Cosmetics advances sustainability with dual milestone achievements
From the Amazon rainforest to laboratory benches, Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant is transforming the cosmetics industry with two sustainability milestones that blend environmental protection with community empowerment. The company is reinforcing its enduring commitment to responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship with ambitious new 2030 sustainability goals for its lecithin platform and the celebration of 25 years of the pioneering Beraca Socio-biodiversity Enhancement Program.
12 Sep 2025
From Amazon rainforest to cosmetic excellence: The sustainable journey of Copaíba Oil
Deep within the primary Amazon rainforest lies a treasure of remarkable value born from the Brazilian sociobiodiversity – Copaíba oil. A key component in modern cosmetic formulations, its harvesting methods have changed from scattered individual practices to more sustainable, community-supporting extraction systems. Today, we explore how the journey of this valuable oil connects the guardians of biodiversity to high-performance skincare solutions.
