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CJEU upholds annulment of titanium dioxide powder carcinogen classification
The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has dismissed appeals by France and the European Commission, confirming the annulment of the classification of titanium dioxide in certain powder forms...
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Bodo Möller Chemie acquires Rocktin and expands presence in Asia
Through the acquisition of distributor Rocktin, Bodo Möller Chemie strengthens its position in the Asian market and consolidates its role as a Henkel partner in the field of electronics adhesives.
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Epsilon Carbon appoints Munish Bakshi as Vice President Sales and Marketing
Epsilon Carbon has appointed Munish Bakshi as Vice President Sales and Marketing to lead its Carbon Black portfolio across domestic and global markets. With over two decades of leadership experience in...
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IMCD increases EBITA to EUR 275 million – Six acquisitions strengthen market position
IMCD reports EBITA of EUR 275 million for the first half of 2025 and continues its growth trajectory with six acquisitions. Despite currency headwinds, the speciality chemicals distributor maintains...
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RPM announces leadership appointments in investor relations, sustainability and procurement
RPM International has appointed Matthew E. Schlarb as Vice President Investor Relations and Sustainability and Paul R. Darwin as Vice President Procurement. Both leaders bring extensive experience to advance...
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DKSH and Sunrise sign distribution deal for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland
DKSH Performance Materials has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with Sunrise, a manufacturer of metal pigments and specialty chemicals. The agreement covers Germany, Austria, and Switzerland,...
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Guest editorial: Measuring sustainable impact in coil coatings
Dr Susana Hult Torron, Global Product Sustainability and R&D Capabilities Director at Beckers Group, stresses the importance of using different tools to measure the sustainable impact of every product...
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Brenntag launches CO₂ emission-free distribution site in Austria
Brenntag has officially inaugurated its site in Traun, Austria, as the company’s first chemical distribution facility to operate entirely without CO₂ emissions. Following an extensive energy-focused...
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Kansai Helios opens powder coatings facility in the U.S.
Kansai Helios has acquired a state-of-the-art production facility in Johnstown, Ohio (USA). On the approximately 28-acre (around 11.3-hectare) site, innovative powder coatings will be produced for the...
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Akzo Nobel lifts Q2 profitability to 15%
Akzo Nobel has reported its second-quarter 2025 results, showing stable organic sales and improved profitability despite continued currency pressure. The company’s focus on cost efficiency and pricing...
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Orion to shut down multiple carbon black production lines
Specialty chemicals manufacturer plans to close three to five carbon black lines in the Americas and EMEA.
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BASF adjusts 2025 forecast downward
Due to ongoing macroeconomic uncertainties and weaker demand, BASF has revised its forecast for the full year 2025 downward. The chemical group now expects EBITDA before special items to be between 7.3...
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Challenges ahead: an update on the European decorative paint market
The European decorative paint market remains challenging. However, there are some positive signs that the economic environment may improve. The construction sector is still under pressure, and DIY consumers...
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DKSH to distribute Ashland’s full additives portfolio in France
Following strong demand, the full range of specialty additives will now be marketed across France.