Catalysis

A catalyst is a substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed more readily and more selectively than it would on its own. It is a fundamental tool in most commercial processes to reduce energy and raw material consumption and ensure more efficient use of natural resources. Additionally catalysts can be used to clean emissions from many industrial processes and combustion engines. Clariant´s catalysis platform

• delivers products with leading edge performance that ensure long-term competitiveness of our customers’ operations
• increasingly targets use of alternative feedstocks as raw materials for chemicals and fuels
• develops technologies that address the global challenges of raw material scarcity, energy efficiency, and responsible care for our environment
• entertains strategic partnerships with academia to deepen our insights in fundamentals and ensure early access to new technology developments