Agriculture and Animal Feed


Clariant EnviCat N2O-S catalyst expected to cut 275 KT/Y CO2eq at Sichuan Lutianhua nitric acid plant

Clariant's EnviCat N2O-S secondary N2O abatement catalyst system successfully installed in the ammonia oxidation burner at Sichuan Lutianhua's nitric acid plant. © Sichuan Lutianhua Co. LtdClariant, 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.

Clariant leads the way in sustainable chemistry with complete PFAS-free additive portfolio

Clariant's PFAS-free solutions - Because our world is worth it. 
(picture: AI-generated)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.

Clariant EnviCat N2O-S catalyst to cut CO2eq by 690,000 tons/year at Hengli’s nitric acid plant in China

Clariant EnviCat N2O-S catalyst removes nitrous oxide (N2O) from the off-gas of nitric acid (HNO3) plants. © Clariant 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.

Rice bran wax: a sustainable and superior alternative to montan wax

Rice bran wax: a sustainable and superior alternative to montan wax. 
(AI-generated)In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, the materials we choose for our products have never been more important. For decades, montan wax has been a staple in the coatings and plastics industries, valued for its performance and cost-effectiveness. However, it's time to rethink our reliance on fossil-based materials like montan wax. Enter rice bran wax - a biobased, renewable option that offers performance comparable to montan wax while minimizing environmental impact.

Clariant’s EnviCat® Green series catalyst chosen for major green ammonia project in China

EnviCat Green series catalyst remove oxygen for high-purity green hydrogen. 
(AI Photo created using MidJourney™)Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today announced that a deoxygenation catalyst from its EnviCat Green series was selected for a major green ammonia project in China. The catalyst will be used to remove trace oxygen from green hydrogen produced at the facility, before conversion into green ammonia. Carbon-free production of ammonia greatly reduces the environmental impact of this valuable base chemical needed for vital applications, such as fertilizer production. Green ammonia is also expected to play a key role in the world’s energy transition, offering versatile applications in transportation, power, and hydrogen supply.

Clariant and OMV aim to reduce carbon footprint of ethylene and ethylene oxide derivatives

Clariant Innovation Center located in Frankfurt, Germany.Clariant, a sustainability focused specialty chemical company, and OMV today announced their intended collaboration for the supply of ethylene with a lower carbon footprint. In response to increasing consumer demand for more sustainable options, and with a particular focus on Europe, this partnership will help both companies meet their sustainability targets and deliver on the carbon reduction strategies of their customers.

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