Clariant achieves significant breakthrough in lowering 3-MCPD values

Clariant achieves significant breakthrough in lowering 3-MCPD values. (Photo: Clariant)Munich, September 18, 2013 - At the oils+fats 2013 trade event in Munich, Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, demonstrated its excellent position in functional minerals– and in particular the development of bleaching earth solutions to lower 3-MCPD values in edible oils and fats.

Clariant included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index

Muttenz, September 12, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, was included today in the European Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI Europe). In taking this step the analysts of RobecoSAM have confirmed that when it comes to sustainability, Clariant is among the leading companies in the chemical industry. In order to be listed in the DJSI, the company had to record an outstanding and sustainable performance in the economic, environmental and social dimension.

De-icing products and know-how on display at airport expo in Munich

Muttenz, September 6, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will present the latest in aircraft and runway de-icers at the 19th inter airport Europe trade show, which will run from 8-11 October at the Trade Fair in Munich, Germany.

Clariant Certifies Cellulosic Ethanol Plant under European Directives

ISCC-certified: sunliquid® demonstration plant for the production of cellulosic ethanol from agricultural residues. (Photo: Clariant/Rötzer)Muttenz, September 3, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has received the International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC) for its sunliquid® demonstration plant in Straubing (Germany), which was opened in July 2012. The certificate confirms that the cellulosic ethanol from agricultural residues produced with the sunliquid® technology is compliant with the sustainability criteria set out in the European Renewable Energy Directive (RED).

Clariant signs long-term joint development and commercialization agreements with Lummus Novolen Technology on polypropylene catalyst

Muttenz, August 22, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, today announced that its Business Unit Catalysts has signed long-term cooperation agreements with CB&I's Lummus Novolen Technology GmbH business unit. The two companies will combine and ramp up R&D efforts to develop improved polypropylene catalyst and donor technologies. When successful, existing and future Lummus Novolen licensees and other polypropylene producers will be supplied with the new catalyst developed by a new state-of-the-art Ziegler-Natta polypropylene catalyst production line.

Clariant Molybdenum-Filled Nylon Compounds Lend Lubricity and Toughness to Molded Products

Parts machined from bar stock, like the bushings on the left, can be costly. By injection molding Clariant MoS2 lubricated nylon 66 to near-finished shape before machining, processors can make the same parts (right) in less time and with minimal material waste. (Photo: Clariant)Charlotte, August 14, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, today announced the availability of injection-molding grades of molybdenum-disulfide-filled nylon 66 compounds that are ideal for applications requiring toughness, high compressive strength and lubricity. Mechanical properties of the material are impressive.

Clariant and Tasnee Establish Masterbatches Joint Venture in Saudi Arabia

Muttenz, August 9, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, and Tasnee, one of the largest industrial conglomerates in Saudi Arabia, today announced the signing of an agreement to establish a masterbatches joint venture in Saudi Arabia.

New Clariant Foaming Agents for Plastics Achieve Mass Reduction in Interior Auto Parts

Charlotte, August 7, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, today announced commercialization of new HYDROCEROL® chemical foaming agents that can help automakers cut the weight of many plastic interior car parts without adversely affecting appearance or performance. Mass reduction, as it is known in the industry, is critical to achieving new, progressive fuel-economy standards.

Clariant launches first dedicated pigment range for agricultural seeds

Muttenz, August 6, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, launches its new Agrocer® pigments for seed coloration - the first dedicated range of colorants for the agricultural industry. The unique offering will ease color choice and purchasing for seed companies and manufacturers of seed treatment products, in particular those looking to differentiate their brand amid growing competition in this highly-attractive market.

Clariant presents the EcoTain® life cycle for safer, long lasting lubricants

Muttenz, August 2, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, unveils its portfolio of EcoTain® products for the industrial lubricants sector. The EcoTain life cycle and labeling system clearly identifies Clariant products that offer "sustainable excellence at every step".

Clariant capacity expansion for Pigments approved

Muttenz, July 31, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is proceeding with a 50% expansion in capacity at its Azo pigments and pigment preparations plants in Roha, India, underlining the company's commitment to provide customers in the region with high quality products specifically tailored to their needs. This recently approved investment will also enhance the capabilities and output at the site in a sustainable manner by reducing energy consumption and expanding the range of low VOC-containing pigments preparations offered to the market.

Clariant signs up to UN Global Compact

Muttenz, July 31, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, today announced that it has signed the declaration of membership of the UN Global Compact. In doing so, the company is emphasizing its all-round commitment to sustainable development and being a good corporate citizen based on the UN initiative's 10 general principles in human rights, labor, environmental protection and anti-corruption.