Clariant Company Research Report
Company Overview
Name and Mission
Name: Clariant
Mission: Clariant's mission involves creating value with innovative and sustainable specialty chemical solutions that cater to customer needs across various industries. The purpose is captured in their phrase “Greater chemistry – between people and planet,” which reflects their commitment to sustainability.
Foundation and Founders
Founded: No information is available
Founders: No information is available
Key People
- CEO: Conrad Keijzer
Headquarters
Headquarters: No information is available
Number of Employees
As of 31 December 2023, Clariant employed a total workforce of 10,481.
Revenue
For the fiscal year 2023, Clariant reported sales of CHF 4,377 million.
Recognition
Clariant is renowned for its specialization in sustainable solutions for various sectors. This includes a focus on energy efficiency, renewable raw materials, and emission-free mobility, serving a wide range of industries.
Products
Overview
Clariant’s product portfolio is divided into three main business units:
1. Care Chemicals
2. Adsorbents & Additives
3. Catalysts
Detailed Product Information
EnviCat® Green Series Catalyst
- Description: Used for deoxygenation processes to purify hydrogen by removing trace oxygen.
- Key Features:
- Superior gas hourly space velocity (GHSV)
- Efficient deoxygenation requiring smaller reactors
- High mechanical strength and long lifetime
ActiSorb® Product Line
- Description: Various adsorbents and catalysts for removing contaminants in gas and liquid-phase applications.
- Key Features:
- Tailored formulations for specific applications such as mercury, sulfur, and arsenic removal.
- High efficiency and capacity for specific pollutants.
AmoMax® Catalysts
- Description: Used for ammonia synthesis.
- Key Features:
- Enhanced activity and stability in green ammonia production.
- High compatibility with fluctuating renewable energy sources.
Recent Developments
Recent Product Launches
EnviCat® Green Series Catalyst
- Chosen for a green ammonia project in China to purify hydrogen by removing trace oxygen, highlighting superior GHSV and CAPEX, OPEX savings.
New Features
No details on additional features added to existing products were provided.
Partnerships and Strategic Alliances
Clariant & OMV Collaboration:
- Aim: Reduce the carbon footprint of ethylene and derivatives.
- Focus: Use of renewable, low-carbon footprint ethylene.
- Significance: Enhancements to bio-based ethylene oxide derivatives portfolio and strengthening supply chains in Europe.
Clariant & KBR Strategic Collaboration:
- Expansion to boost low-carbon ammonia production.
- Integration of Clariant’s AmoMax catalysts with KBR’s K-GreeN® technologies.
- Target: Support green ammonia projects and facilitate energy transition.
Disclaimer
This report was created based on the information available at the time of writing. Any data fields not provided have been noted as "No information is available."