24 Feb 2016
Clariant brings natural ingredients to the consumer care industry
Mumbai, February 24, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is presenting all-natural ingredients for the Indian personal and home care industry. With its range of specialty surfactants, natural oils, butters, emulsifiers, preservatives as well as actives, Clariant is supporting the consumer care industry with sulfate- and paraben-free natural solutions.
23 Feb 2016
Clariant’s got it covered at Drupa 2016
Muttenz, February 23, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will go all out to bring its full spectrum of support for the global digital printing industry to life at Drupa 2016, promising visitors an eye-catching insight into its worldwide customer service.
22 Feb 2016
Clariant Mining Solutions to present paper on breakthrough collector as xanthate alternative at SME 2016
Houston, TX, February 22, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, today announced that its Mining Solutions business will exhibit and present an important technical paper during SME’s Annual Conference and Expo held February 21-24, 2016, in Phoenix, Ariz. Representatives from Clariant Mining Solutions will be on hand in exhibit space 2032 to discuss its breakthrough HOSTAFLOT® collectors as well as its full line of products that help mining operations increase production efficiencies, improve sustainability efforts and lower costs.
18 Feb 2016
Bioethanol made from agricultural residues used for the first time in cleaning agents
Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, in cooperation with Werner & Mertz, the producer of Frosch® products, has launched a project which expands the possible applications of bioethanol made from agricultural residues such as straw to detergents, cleansers and cleaning agents. sunliquid® bioethanol has been used in Frosch® Bio-Spirit Multisurface-Cleaner since the beginning of the year. As part of this, Clariant supplied the cellulosic ethanol, also called bio spirit, at the end of 2015 from its pre-commercial plant in Straubing, where up to 1 000 tons of cellulosic ethanol are produced annually using the sunliquid® process.
18 Feb 2016
Clariant to Expand Global Manufacturing of Masterbatches for Engineering and High-Temperature Resins
Muttenz, February 18, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announced plans to invest more than CHF 7.5 million in specialized equipment and facilities to expand the capabilities and capacities for the production of color and additive masterbatches for use in engineering resins and high-temperature plastics like PEEK (polyether ether ketone). The largest investment has been earmarked for plants in Shanghai, Singapore, and at two plants in the U.S.A.
18 Feb 2016
Clariant to highlight three new dimensions of beauty for personal care products to look, care and feel better
Shanghai, February 18, 2016 – Clariant, a world-leader in specialty chemicals, is returning to the PCHi (Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients) China expo on March 1-3, 2016 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center. Regarded as China’s top sourcing platform for the global personal care industry, Clariant will feature during the tradeshow a new line-up of solutions dedicated to offering visual appeal, a luxurious feel and exceptional care performance to support the demand for more natural products that are both effective and offer increased sustainability properties.
17 Feb 2016
Clariant significantly improves cash flow and for the 7th consecutive year increases margins
“Despite the challenging economic environment throughout the year, we continued to improve our performance again and have shown resilience,” said CEO Hariolf Kottmann. “Clariant has significantly improved its cash flow and expanded its EBITDA margin on the back of a good performance of the Business Areas Care Chemicals, Catalysis and Natural Resources. With this positive development we have been able to offset the negative impact of the stronger Swiss franc and deliver a net result comparable to 2014. For 2016, in spite of the economic environment anticipated to become even more demanding, we want to further progress in profitability and cash flow generation by continuously launching new innovative solutions particularly in our higher margin Business Areas.”
16 Feb 2016
Clariant ready to bring inspiration & surprise to tomorrow’s beauty at in-cosmetics 2016
Muttenz, February 16, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is gearing up to take in-cosmetics 2016 visitors on a journey filled with surprises and inspiration for the future with exclusive insights into beauty trends and a showcase of new natural-based products, including “wow-factor” metamorphosis formulations, for the Personal Care industry.
11 Feb 2016
New Clariant Liquid Additive Masterbatch Reduces Yellowing in Recycled-PET Bottles
Muttenz, February 11, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has announced the introduction of a new liquid additive masterbatch that minimizes yellowing and greying of PET (polyester terephthalate) polymers caused by the introduction of post-consumer-recycled resin (PCR).
11 Feb 2016
Clariant Masterbatches Saudi Arabia Commences Construction of New Plant in Yanbu
Muttenz, February 11, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announces that construction work has begun on a new, state-of–the art masterbatch production unit in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia. The new manufacturing site belongs to Clariant Masterbatches Saudi Arabia, a joint venture of Clariant and Rowad National Plastic Company Ltd., a subsidiary of Tasnee, one of the largest industrial conglomerates in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
10 Feb 2016
Clariant expands MEVOPUR® capability for pre-colored compounds
Muttenz, February 10, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has expanded its capacity to produce pre-colored compounds for medical devices and pharmaceutical packaging. Facilities to process high-temperature polymers are also being expanded. The products are being featured at MD&M West 2016, Anaheim, CA (booth #2248), and at Pharmapack Europe 2016 in Paris (stand #430/431). The shows are being held between February 9 and 11.
9 Feb 2016
Clariant MEVOPUR® additive helps solve reliability issues in drug delivery devices
Muttenz, February 9, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is exhibiting at major medical/pharmaceutical trade shows on two continents to demonstrate how MEVOPUR® additives can help the makers of disposable drug-delivery devices to enhance product marketability and increase patient adherence to treatment. Clariant is exhibiting in booth #2248 at MD&M West 2016, Anaheim, CA, and on Stand #430/431 at Pharmapack Europe 2016 in Paris. The shows are being held between February 9 and 11.
