Clariant launches MegaGuard™ 700: a powerful iron guard for methanol synthesis catalysts

Shanghai, May 19, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, today announced the launch of its MegaGuard™ 700 catalyst guard at the Clariant Syngas Conference 2016 in Xi’an, China. MegaGuard 700 is designed to protect methanol synthesis catalysts, such as those of Clariant’s MegaMax® series, from iron poisoning. The new catalyst guard effectively traps and decomposes iron compounds, thus ensuring that the MegaMax series catalyst maintains its exceptional activity and selectivity throughout its long lifetime.

Scania trucks use second generation ethanol manufactured with Clariant’s sunliquid® technology

Scania trucks use second generation ethanol manufactured with Clariant's sunliquid® technology. (Photo: Clariant)São Paulo, May 17, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, and Scania, one of the world's top heavy-duty vehicle manufacturers, are celebrating the results and the opportunities generated by the partnership established last year, which involved an investment in sustainable technologies for cargo transportation.

Clariant organiza evento “Descubra la Belleza del Mañana” para clientes y prensa

La intención de BeautyForward® no es imponer una dirección, sino inspirarnos a repensar nuestro futuro – Clariant lanzó su guía de tendencias inspiradoras para el segmento del cuidado personal. (Fotografía: Clariant)San Pablo, 11 de mayo de 2016 – Clariant, una de las empresas líderes mundiales en especialidades químicas, lanza su nueva guía BeautyForward® para la industria de cuidados personales, brindándoles a sus clientes, formuladores y a la prensa una previsión de las tendencias globales que influirán en los productos de belleza del futuro. Clariant identificó cuatro tipos de consumidores relacionados a las tendencias globales: CARE, PURE, DARE y LOOK. Para cada uno, la guía presenta importantes insights para el mejor entendimiento de los perfiles y de las decisiones de compra.

Clariant Oil Services to present at 2016 SPE Oilfield Scale Conference and Exhibition

Houston, TX, May 10, 2016 – Clariant Oil Services today announced that it will present two technical papers at the Society of Petroleum Engineers biannual Oilfield Scale Conference and Exhibition, May 11 - 12, at the Aberdeen Exhibition and Convention Centre in Aberdeen, UK. In addition to presenting papers, a representative sat on the technical program selection committee, further demonstrating Clariant’s leadership in scale management.

Clariant features Low Emissions Technology at Metal + Metallurgy China exhibition 2016

Discover Value. Discover LE Technology. (Photo: Clariant)Shanghai, May 11, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is helping reshape the sustainable future of the Chinese foundry industry through its Low Emission (LE) Technology. GEKO® LE and ECOSIL® LE, a two-tiered bentonite solution for green sand casting, are going to be featured at the Metal + Metallurgy China Exhibition that will take place in Beijing, China on 17 - 20 May 2016. The products are the cornerstones of Clariant’s LE Technology that prevents emissions from the outset, supporting a more sustainable casting process and improving total cost of ownership for users.

Clariant gains preliminary EPA recognition for pollution prevention potential of Hostacor® AL corrosion inhibitor

Muttenz, May 10, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, says its recently-introduced Hostacor® AL water-dispersible corrosion inhibitor for use in the metalworking industry has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its potential to reduce environmental pollution. The recognition is provided as part of the EPA’s Pollution Prevention (P2) Recognition Project within its New Chemicals Program (NCP), which is intended to encourage chemical companies to develop “greener” chemistries.

Clariant’s R&D alliance with TUM, MuniCat, relocates to state-of-the-art Catalysis Research Center

The new Catalysis Research Center, and home of MuniCat, at the Technical University of Munich. (Photo: Andreas Heddergott, TUM)Munich, May 9, 2016 – Clariant congratulates the Technical University of Munich (TUM) on the inauguration of a new building for its Catalysis Research Center (CRC). The CRC is home to MuniCat, the Munich catalysis research alliance between TUM and the specialty chemicals company Clariant. Clariant’s Catalysts business unit is a leading global developer and producer of catalysts for industrial processes.

Clariant to feature BeautyForward® trend guide at Indonesian Cosmetic Ingredients exhibition

The four BeautyForward® profile types are setting trends for personal care solutions. (Photo: Clariant)Singapore, May 9, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is going to take part in the Indonesian Cosmetic Ingredients (ICI) exhibition due to take place in Jakarta International Expo, Indonesia on May 11-13, 2016. Making its debut to the Asian audience will be the BeautyForward® trend guide for personal care through Clariant's extensive industry knowledge and insights. In addition, its locally produced Halal certified range of ingredients will also be highlighted during ICI.

Clariant to present leading line of container desiccants at Indonesia Agro Expo

Container Dri® II desiccant products for protection of cocoa bean shipments in containers. (Photo: Clariant)Singapore, May 1, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will join the 16th annual Indonesia Agro Expo in Jakarta, Indonesia on May 5th-8th, 2016. As a leader in the cargo desiccant market, Clariant will present the Container Dri®II desiccants to the agricultural, food and beverage industry in the company’s debut on the Agro Expo.

Clariant with a good start into 2016 – improved sales and increased profitability

“Clariant had a good start into the year with solid sales growth and profitability improvement,” said CEO Hariolf Kottmann. “All our business areas performed well in the current mixed global economic environment and significantly expanded their EBITDA margins. This positive development in all business areas was achieved by a positive mix effect in our higher margin Business Areas as well as the first impact of the differentiated business steering in Plastics & Coatings. For 2016, we are on track to achieve our targets despite the continued challenging economic environment.”

Clariant emphasizes major steps to become China Insider at Chinaplas 2016

One Clariant Campus in Shanghai, China. Muttenz/Shanghai, April 27, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has emphasized the new strategy for Greater China during the Chinaplas press conference. The strategic frame work focuses on five local components – Local Insight, Competitiveness, Empowerment, Innovation and Partnerships – to progress Clariant’s commitment to becoming a true China Insider.

Clariant unveils AddWorks® solutions tailored to China’s flexible packaging industry needs

Shanghai, April 27, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has launched two AddWorks solutions at Chinaplas 2016 specifically to give the flexible packaging industry in Greater China and South East Asia new options for improving productivity, functionality and sustainability. In addition to their individual advantages, new AddWorks® PKG 902 and AddWorks LXR 408 both can help processors to reduce costs when producing high-quality flexible film for consumer packaging.