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Envalior at K 2025: Making applications smarter, safer, smaller, lighter, longer lasting, and more sustainable

Envalior at K 2025: Making applications smarter, safer, smaller, lighter, longer lasting, and more sustainable. Photo: EnvaliorEnvalior will make its debut at K 2025, The World’s No.1 Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber, at Messe Düsseldorf from October 8 to 15. The global materials company will present its Sustainable & High-Performance Engineering Materials portfolio across three industries: Mobility, Electrical & Electronics, and Consumer Goods. Reducing environmental impact will be a central theme, with applications made from bio- or recycled-based sources on display. Visitors can find Envalior in Hall 6, Booth B11. Experts will be available to explain how the company helps to speed up innovation through co-development at every stage of the design and manufacturing process.

Clariant's ShiftMax 100 RE catalyst powers INERATEC´s groundbreaking e-Fuels plant

ShiftMax 100 RE, Reverse water gas shift catalysts. © ClariantClariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today announced that its ShiftMax 100 RE catalyst is powering INERATEC's advanced e-Fuels production plant, “ERA ONE” in the industrial park Frankfurt Hoechst, Germany. The facility, officially opening on June 3, will recycle approximately 8,000 tons of CO₂ annually and transform it into up to 2,500 tons of synthetic fuels and waxes. This production capacity represents one of the largest Power-to-Liquids operations globally, positioning both companies at the forefront of sustainable fuel technology innovation.

Celebrating 50 years of flame retardants: Exolit AP leads the way to a more sustainable future

Clariant’s Intumescent coatings foam and expand when exposed to high heat, forming an insulating char that protects the underlying material. © Clariant In 2025, Clariant is proud to celebrate a significant milestone: 50 years of Exolit AP flame retardants protecting lives and property around the world. Based on advanced ammonium polyphosphate (APP) technology, these pioneering flame retardants have become the industry benchmark in a wide range of applications, including intumescent coatings, fire barrier sealing systems, thermoset composites for e-mobility battery housings and coatings, rigid polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation foams and more. As Clariant marks this golden anniversary, it is not just celebrating past achievements but actively shaping the future of fire protection.

Clariant launches Ceridust 1310 to address carnauba wax supply chain volatility in printing inks

Clariant’s bio-based wax enhances premium packaging and elevates luxury interior design. (picture: AI-generated) © ClariantClariant announces the launch of Ceridust 1310, an innovative wax solution designed to address the increasing supply chain complexities facing formulators who rely on carnauba wax for printing ink applications. This development demonstrates Clariant's understanding of market challenges and commitment to providing reliable solutions for its customers.

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.

A new, safer solution with exceptional fire performance: Clariant’s Exolit AP 422 A

Building tomorrow's safe and innovative spaces with Exolit AP 422 A. 
(picture: AI-generated)Clariant launched it’s next-generation melamine-free flame retardant, a safer and forward-thinking solution that provides superior fire resistance and meets the stringent demands of modern industries.

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