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State-of-the-art biocides for the sustainable optimization of paints and coatings
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS – one of the world’s leading manufacturers of biocidal active ingredients and biocide formulations – recently started using a new formulation method for algicides in paints.
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Pigments and protection for coatings
Specialty chemicals company LANXESS is presenting its products for the paint and coatings industry under the theme “Pigments and Protection” at the European Coatings Show in Nuremberg, from March 19 to 21, 2013.
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Milestone in the treatment of wine
The European Union recently opened the door to additional applications for Velcorin in the wine industry. As a result, this LANXESS technology can now be deployed at all stages of wine production and for all wines.
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Specialties from the specialist
Specialty chemicals group LANXESS is presenting material protection products as well as organic and inorganic pigments that fulfill the most exacting of requirements at this year’s American Coatings Show.
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Well positioned in the United States
LANXESS' participation in this year's American Coatings Show, which is being held from May 8 to 10 in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, highlights the importance that the U.S. market holds for the specialty chemicals company.
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LANXESS expands Jhagadia site to serve booming Indian market
LANXESS is continuing to expand its Indian production site in Jhagadia, Gujarat state. The specialty chemicals group is underlining its commitment to the subcontinent by inaugurating three new plants this month to serve the growing India market. LANXESS has invested over EUR 70 million and created roughly 300 new jobs at the site.
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LANXESS acquires U.S. biocide specialist Verichem
LANXESS is strengthening its portfolio of biocides with the acquisition of Verichem Inc. based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As a result, the German specialty chemicals company will significantly bolster its position in the U.S. material protection market and broaden its global biocide manufacturing network. Both parties have agreed not to disclose financial details.
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Sustainable product optimization with biocides from LANXESS
A rising trend in the biocide market is the use of cost-efficient products that are effective against target organisms without additionally damaging the environment.
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LANXESS acquires Syngenta’s Material Protection business
LANXESS has agreed to acquire the Material Protection business of Switzerland’s Syngenta. As a result, the German specialty chemicals company will become one of the leading suppliers of biocides for construction materials.