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Johnson Matthey & Rennovia sign glucaric acid licence agreement with ADM
FOCUS Sasol’s $11 bn project on track The first units at Sasol's Lake Charles chemical project (LCCP) in Louisiana, USA, will come online in 2018. Currently, the project is 64% complete and is still within the budget of $11 bn, the company reports. During an investors' site visit on 24 Mar 2017, Sasol revealed that the ethylene oxide reactor, the heaviest vessel of the build project, was due to be lifted into place during Apr 2017. Original Source: Speciality Chemicals, Apr 2017, 37 (2), 53 (Website: http://www. specchemonline.com) © Quartz Chemicals Ltd 2017. Original Source: Sasol, 24 Mar 2017 (Website: www.sasol.com) © Sasol Ltd 2017
Johnson Matthey & Rennovia sign glucaric acid licence agreement with ADM Johnson Matthey and Rennovia have signed a licence agreement with Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) to provide catalyst and process technology for the catalytic production of bio-based glucaric acid. The licensed process, jointly developed by Johnson Matthey and Rennovia, combines the efficiency and selectivity of heterogeneous catalytic process technology with the use of renewable feedstocks to produce bio-based glucaric acid. Glucaric acid is an emerging platform chemical that has a wide range of applications in the detergents and cleaners, concrete formulations, de-icing and anti-corrosion markets. Original Source: Rennovia, 2017. Found on SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, 27 Feb 2017, (Website: http://www. specialchem4coatings.com)
SURFACTANTS Evonik unveils surfactant to meet VOC and regulatory compliances in coatings and inks Evonik has introduced Carbowet GA200 surfactant, a nonionic, nextgeneration grind aid surfactant that reportedly offers superior low-foam surfactancy for pigmented systems. This latest addition to its product line provides multifunctional benefits in a wide range of aqueous formulations and meets increasing global regulations and environment, health & safety (EH&S) considerations, the company says. Carbowet GA-200 surfactant is suitable
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for low-zero VOC, low emission and Ecolabel compliant formulations. It provides wetting, milling and compatibilization benefits without the adverse impacts on water sensitivity, foam or rheology typically found with other surfactants, Evonik claims. The performance characteristics of Carbowet GA-200 surfactant extend to a wide range of applications and formulations in which the combination of dynamic wetting, compatibilization and stabilization can provide unique benefits. Application areas include architectural paints, industrial and OEM coatings, paper coatings, pigment dispersions, and inks and graphic arts. Original Source: Evonik, 2017. Found on SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, 27 Mar 2017, (Website: http://www. specialchem4coatings.com)
Global fluorosurfactants market to reach $667.4 M by 2021 The global fluorosurfactants market was valued at $382.6 M in 2015 and is projected to reach $667.4 M by 2021, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.8%, according to a report published by MarketsandMarkets (M&M). The paints & coatings application segment accounted for the largest share of the market, followed by speciality detergents. The anionic segment of the fluorosurfactants market is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. In 2015, North America was estimated to be the largest market for fluorosurfactants, in terms of volume. However, Asia Pacific is projected to outgrow North America and Europe to become the largest market for fluorosurfactants during the forecast period. Original Source: MarketsandMarkets, 2017. Found on SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, 16 Mar 2017, (Website: http:// www.specialchem4coatings.com)
ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS Evonik is acquiring Dr Straetmans to complement preservatives specialities portfolio Evonik will acquire cosmetics specialist Dr Straetmans GmbH of Hamburg,
Germany. Established in 1984, the company specializes in developing and marketing alternative preservatives for the cosmetic industry. Its portfolio also includes solubilizers and emulsifiers. The move allows Evonik to complement the broad specialities portfolio of its cosmetics business and to further consolidate its position as one of the leading global partners for the cosmetics industry. The transaction is subject to approval by the relevant antitrust authorities. It is expected to be finalized in 1H 2017. Dr Straetmans, which employs more than 60 people, will continue to operate as a legal entity. The company's Hamburg site will become Evonik's global competence centre for preservative solutions. The precise purchase price has not been disclosed but is thought to be just under €100 M. Evonik reported net operating profit of €2.17 bn in 2016, down 12%, while net profits decreased to €930 M. Sales increased by 3% but turnover decreased by 6% to €12.7 bn due to falling prices. The Performance Materials Division recorded a 6% drop in turnover to €3.2 bn but its net operating result increased by 20% to €371 M. During the year the company successfully acquired the speciality additives business from Air Products and is now acquiring Huber's silica business ['Focus on Surfactants', Mar & Feb 2017]. Evonik expects positive impulses in 2017 from its growth divisions Nutrition & Care and Resource Efficiency, as well as from the successful integration of the Air Products' business. Original Source: Evonik, 2017. Found on SpecialChem Cosmetics and Personal Care Innovation and Solutions, 14 Mar 2017, (Website: http://www.specialchem4cosmetics. com). Original Source: Handelsblatt Wirtschafts- und Finanzzeitung, 13 Mar 2017, (Website: http://www.handelsblatt.com) (in German) © Verlagsgruppe Handelsblatt GmbH & Co KG 2017. Original Source: Farbe und Lack (Online Version), 6 Mar 2017, (Website: http://www.farbeundlack.de/) (in German) © Vincentz Network 2017
Worlee supplements its WorleeAqua Thix thickening range Worlee has supplemented its WorleeAqua Thix series with the addition of WorleeAqua Thix 200, a rheology modifier and thickening agent for formulations with low pH. While existing products WorleeAqua Thix 100 ['Focus on Surfactants', Jul 2014] and
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Johnson Matthey & Rennovia sign glucaric acid licence agreement with ADM Johnson Matthey and Rennovia have signed a licence agreement with Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) to provide catalyst and process technology for the catalytic production of bio-based glucaric acid. The licensed process, jointly developed by Johnson Matthey and Rennovia, combines the efficiency and selectivity of heterogeneous catalytic process technology with the use of renewable feedstocks to produce bio-based glucaric acid. Glucaric acid is an emerging platform chemical that has a wide range of applications in the detergents and cleaners, concrete formulations, de-icing and anti-corrosion markets. Original Source: Rennovia, 2017. Found on SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, 27 Feb 2017, (Website: http://www. specialchem4coatings.com)
SURFACTANTS Evonik unveils surfactant to meet VOC and regulatory compliances in coatings and inks Evonik has introduced Carbowet GA200 surfactant, a nonionic, nextgeneration grind aid surfactant that reportedly offers superior low-foam surfactancy for pigmented systems. This latest addition to its product line provides multifunctional benefits in a wide range of aqueous formulations and meets increasing global regulations and environment, health & safety (EH&S) considerations, the company says. Carbowet GA-200 surfactant is suitable
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for low-zero VOC, low emission and Ecolabel compliant formulations. It provides wetting, milling and compatibilization benefits without the adverse impacts on water sensitivity, foam or rheology typically found with other surfactants, Evonik claims. The performance characteristics of Carbowet GA-200 surfactant extend to a wide range of applications and formulations in which the combination of dynamic wetting, compatibilization and stabilization can provide unique benefits. Application areas include architectural paints, industrial and OEM coatings, paper coatings, pigment dispersions, and inks and graphic arts. Original Source: Evonik, 2017. Found on SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, 27 Mar 2017, (Website: http://www. specialchem4coatings.com)
Global fluorosurfactants market to reach $667.4 M by 2021 The global fluorosurfactants market was valued at $382.6 M in 2015 and is projected to reach $667.4 M by 2021, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.8%, according to a report published by MarketsandMarkets (M&M). The paints & coatings application segment accounted for the largest share of the market, followed by speciality detergents. The anionic segment of the fluorosurfactants market is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. In 2015, North America was estimated to be the largest market for fluorosurfactants, in terms of volume. However, Asia Pacific is projected to outgrow North America and Europe to become the largest market for fluorosurfactants during the forecast period. Original Source: MarketsandMarkets, 2017. Found on SpecialChem Coatings and Inks Formulation, 16 Mar 2017, (Website: http:// www.specialchem4coatings.com)
ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS Evonik is acquiring Dr Straetmans to complement preservatives specialities portfolio Evonik will acquire cosmetics specialist Dr Straetmans GmbH of Hamburg,
Germany. Established in 1984, the company specializes in developing and marketing alternative preservatives for the cosmetic industry. Its portfolio also includes solubilizers and emulsifiers. The move allows Evonik to complement the broad specialities portfolio of its cosmetics business and to further consolidate its position as one of the leading global partners for the cosmetics industry. The transaction is subject to approval by the relevant antitrust authorities. It is expected to be finalized in 1H 2017. Dr Straetmans, which employs more than 60 people, will continue to operate as a legal entity. The company's Hamburg site will become Evonik's global competence centre for preservative solutions. The precise purchase price has not been disclosed but is thought to be just under €100 M. Evonik reported net operating profit of €2.17 bn in 2016, down 12%, while net profits decreased to €930 M. Sales increased by 3% but turnover decreased by 6% to €12.7 bn due to falling prices. The Performance Materials Division recorded a 6% drop in turnover to €3.2 bn but its net operating result increased by 20% to €371 M. During the year the company successfully acquired the speciality additives business from Air Products and is now acquiring Huber's silica business ['Focus on Surfactants', Mar & Feb 2017]. Evonik expects positive impulses in 2017 from its growth divisions Nutrition & Care and Resource Efficiency, as well as from the successful integration of the Air Products' business. Original Source: Evonik, 2017. Found on SpecialChem Cosmetics and Personal Care Innovation and Solutions, 14 Mar 2017, (Website: http://www.specialchem4cosmetics. com). Original Source: Handelsblatt Wirtschafts- und Finanzzeitung, 13 Mar 2017, (Website: http://www.handelsblatt.com) (in German) © Verlagsgruppe Handelsblatt GmbH & Co KG 2017. Original Source: Farbe und Lack (Online Version), 6 Mar 2017, (Website: http://www.farbeundlack.de/) (in German) © Vincentz Network 2017
Worlee supplements its WorleeAqua Thix thickening range Worlee has supplemented its WorleeAqua Thix series with the addition of WorleeAqua Thix 200, a rheology modifier and thickening agent for formulations with low pH. While existing products WorleeAqua Thix 100 ['Focus on Surfactants', Jul 2014] and
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