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 2023, Clariant totaled a staff number of 10 481 and recorded sales of CHF 4.377 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.
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4132 Muttenz 1
Switzerland
21 Jan 2025
Customer sustainability journey simplified: Clariant puts product carbon footprint data at fingertips
Clariant has announced a significant milestone in its commitment to sustainability transparency and customer support. Since January 2025, the Product Carbon Footprints data (PCFs) for a large part of its Care Chemicals products are available for download on ClariHub, the company's digital customer platform.
15 Jan 2025
科莱恩与天津大学成功续签催化剂研究合作协议，续写合作新篇章
专注于可持续发展的特种化学品公司科莱恩今日宣布，公司将延长与国内著名高校天津大学的催化剂研究合作伙伴关系。随着“科莱恩-天津大学学会”于2020年成立，双方的合作正式拉开帷幕。此次的四年续约，主要归功于双方在上个合作期内共同取得的重要成果，包括一款新型加氢催化剂的成功商业化以及对现有催化剂的优化。合作双方将继续利用天津大学的尖端研究能力和化工专业知识，推动催化领域的创新和可持续发展。
16 Dec 2024
Clariant begins construction of second high performance additives production line in Cangzhou, China
Clariant is expanding its Cangzhou production site for the manufacture of the multifunctional additive Nylostab S-EED. The new, second production line in the Hebei Province of China, will jointly be owned and operated by Clariant and its local partner Beijing Tiangang Auxiliary Co., Ltd. A commencement ceremony for the site was today hosted by the leadership teams of the two companies.
11 Dec 2024
Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant unveils new Beauty ColLABoration House, marking a new era in cosmetic innovation
Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant announces the opening of its new Beauty ColLABoration House near Los Angeles, California. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to revolutionize the way cosmetic formulations and concepts are developed, emphasizing direct collaboration with the specific needs from customers in this region.
9 Dec 2024
CHEMVISION™: Intelligent Chemical Management System Transforms Offshore Operations
The energy industry is witnessing a transformative shift toward data-centric operations, especially in offshore chemical management. At the heart of this shift is Clariant’s innovative CHEMVISION platform, designed to deliver real-time insights, increase operational efficiency, and provide actionable data-driven decision-making capabilities.
5 Dec 2024
Clariant EnviCat™ N2O-S catalyst expected to cut 275 KT/Y CO2eq at Sichuan Lutianhua nitric acid plant
Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today announced that its EnviCat N2O-S nitrous abatement catalyst is performing successfully at Sichuan Lutianhua's nitric acid plant and is projected to reduce annual emissions by 275 kilotons of CO2eq. Sichuan Lutianhua is one of the winners of Clariant's 2021-2022 global Climate Campaign, which offered a free load of the catalyst to nitric acid producers lacking N2O abatement technology. Located in Sichuan Province, China, the 135 KTA nitric acid plant started operating in 2009 with no N2O removal system in place.
28 Nov 2024
Clariant leads the way in sustainable chemistry with complete PFAS-free additive portfolio
Clariant has completed its transition to a fully per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)-free additive portfolio as of December 2023, reaffirming its commitment to more sustainable and customer-focused innovation. As the world looks toward stricter regulations on PFAS substances, Clariant’s proactive measures demonstrate both foresight and a deep dedication to fostering safer, more responsible solutions for industries globally.
27 Nov 2024
Clariant’s MegaMax™ catalysts will power China’s first biomass-to-green methanol project
Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today announced that its MegaMax catalyst was selected for a China’s biomass gasification-to-green methanol project. The plant will use a combination of farm waste and wind power to produce up to 250,000 tons per annum of green methanol in two phases by 2027. Construction of the first plant phase began in March 2024 and is expected to start producing green methanol in the first half of 2025 as China’s first commercialized biomass gasification-to-green methanol plant.
25 Nov 2024
The secret to a better mattress? High-performance polymers
As a manufacturer in industries like mattresses, furniture, automotive interiors, textiles or hygiene, you know that creating high-quality products requires more than just the right base materials. A critical element behind the durability, comfort, and sustainability of these products is fabric reinforcement and lamination using high-performance polymers. These advanced materials ensure the longevity and efficiency of textile products, offering unmatched bonding capabilities, especially in fabric applications, along with significant sustainability benefits.
25 Nov 2024
Clariant introduces new high-performing excipients at the CPHI India 2024 trade show
Clariant is excited to present the company’s latest portfolio of products for the healthcare industry at the upcoming CPHI India tradeshow in Delhi NCR on November 26 through 28, 2024. This year’s event will showcase Clariant Health Care’s Made in India products, local Bonthapally operations, and expertise in biologics, generics, and excipient production. This includes a range of reliable, high-quality, cost-effective, and tailored solutions for the growing Indian healthcare market.
18 Nov 2024
Clariant EnviCat™ N2O-S catalyst to cut CO2eq by 690,000 tons/year at Hengli’s nitric acid plant in China
Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today announced the successful installation of its EnviCat N2O-S catalyst at the nitric acid plant of Hengli Petrochemical. EnviCat N2O-S was installed as part of Clariant’s global Climate Campaign, which offered a free load of the N2O removal catalyst to nitric acid producers with no abatement technology. One of the winners of the campaign is Hengli which operates a 300,000 metric ton per annum nitric acid plant in Dalian, China. With the successful installation of the catalyst in June 2024, the plant is projected to reduce its N2O emissions by 690,000 tons of CO2eq annually.
13 Nov 2024
A symphony of innovation and nature
The combined strengths of Clariant and Lucas Meyer Cosmetics introduce a blend of natural innovation and scientific prowess into the skincare industry.
