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18.03.2024

Solvay: Full-year 2023 results

  • Solvay’s FY 2023 financial statements reflect the Partial Demerger completed on December 9, 2023, with the Specialty businesses transferred to Syensqo classified as discontinued operations for 2023.
  • New Solvay leadership team committed to drive the transformation of the company.
  • Net sales for the full year 2023 at €4,880 million were down -12.6% organically versus 2022, driven primarily by volume declines. In Q4, net sales decreased organically by -18.9% from both lower volumes and prices.
  • Underlying EBITDA of €1,246 million for the full year 2023 was stable (+0.2%) on an organic basis compared to a record 2022, with positive Net Pricing and lower fixed costs offsetting the drop in volumes. EBITDA in the fourth quarter was down -24.5% organically vs Q4 2022, fully driven by lower volumes, with variable costs reduction offsetting price erosion, while fixed costs decreased slightly.
  • Underlying net profit from continuing operations was €588 million in 2023 compared to €740 million in 2022.
  • Free Cash Flow of €561 million in 2023 (+17.3% vs.
  • Solvay’s FY 2023 financial statements reflect the Partial Demerger completed on December 9, 2023, with the Specialty businesses transferred to Syensqo classified as discontinued operations for 2023.
  • New Solvay leadership team committed to drive the transformation of the company.
  • Net sales for the full year 2023 at €4,880 million were down -12.6% organically versus 2022, driven primarily by volume declines. In Q4, net sales decreased organically by -18.9% from both lower volumes and prices.
  • Underlying EBITDA of €1,246 million for the full year 2023 was stable (+0.2%) on an organic basis compared to a record 2022, with positive Net Pricing and lower fixed costs offsetting the drop in volumes. EBITDA in the fourth quarter was down -24.5% organically vs Q4 2022, fully driven by lower volumes, with variable costs reduction offsetting price erosion, while fixed costs decreased slightly.
  • Underlying net profit from continuing operations was €588 million in 2023 compared to €740 million in 2022.
  • Free Cash Flow of €561 million in 2023 (+17.3% vs. €479 million in 2022) resulting in a record FCF conversion ratio of 45.4%, thanks to the strong EBITDA performance and to the positive impact from working capital variation.
  • ROCE was 20.4% in 2023, -2.5pp compared to 2022 as a result of lower profit.
  • Solid balance sheet at the end of December 2023, in line with the target capital structure announced in November 2023, with an underlying net debt of €1.5 billion, which translates into a leverage ratio of 1.2x.
  • Total proposed gross dividend of €2.43 per share, subject to shareholders’ approval during the next Ordinary General Meeting of May 28, 2024.
  • Solvay continues to reduce its GHG emissions (-19% vs 2021, scope 1 and 2).
  • 2024 Outlook: Organic growth of the underlying EBITDA of -10% to -20% compared to restated 2023; Free cash flow of minimum €260 million

2024 outlook
Across its product portfolio, Solvay expects current demand levels to continue over the next few months and, as such, expects H1 2024 volumes to be broadly in line with H2 2023. At this point, there is little visibility on the second half of the year, however there are signs that the trend in the second half could improve. Solvay expects Soda Ash prices over FY 2024 to be lower than FY 2023, consistent with the current market environment, which will affect the business margin in 2024. Pricing trends across Solvay’s other businesses are forecasted to be more resilient year on year.

Lower energy and raw materials prices should offset some of the negative pressure on the topline. More importantly, Solvay has started to implement cost savings initiatives that will start to deliver results in 2024.

For full year 2024, Solvay expects an organic growth of the underlying EBITDA by -10% to -20% versus a high comparison base in 2023, especially in H1. This translates into a range of €925 million to €1,040 million at a 1.10 EUR/USD exchange rate.

The organic growth of the underlying EBITDA is calculated from a 2023 restated figure of €1,154 million (vs a reported figure of €1,246 million).

Free cash flow to Solvay shareholders from continuing operations is expected to be greater than €260 million, in line with the cash usage prioritization presented during the Capital Market Day in November 2023. It is supported by Solvay’s ability to manage its capex and working capital to ensure the financing of its businesses and the payment of dividends while keeping the strength of its balance sheet intact.

Solvay remains committed to implement its strategic roadmap and reconfirms its 2028 targets as communicated at the Capital Markets Day of November 2023.

Weitere Informationen:
Solvay chemicals financial year 2023
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Solvay

05.02.2024

Launch of ERCA Textile Chemical Solutions

In January 2024, ERCA Textile Chemical Solutions TCS was launched as an independent entity within the ERCA Group.

The decision to make ERCA TCS a separate company stems from the desire to focus exclusively on solutions for the textile industry and to build an agile entity oriented towards responsible research and production, while continuing to leverage a solid productive and financial background from ERCA S.p.A.

ERCA TCS aims to be the unique and innovative point of reference for textile companies in terms of products and services specifically designed for the needs of a sector that is currently facing challenges and opportunities related to sustainability and responsible production.

In January 2024, ERCA Textile Chemical Solutions TCS was launched as an independent entity within the ERCA Group.

The decision to make ERCA TCS a separate company stems from the desire to focus exclusively on solutions for the textile industry and to build an agile entity oriented towards responsible research and production, while continuing to leverage a solid productive and financial background from ERCA S.p.A.

ERCA TCS aims to be the unique and innovative point of reference for textile companies in terms of products and services specifically designed for the needs of a sector that is currently facing challenges and opportunities related to sustainability and responsible production.

ERCA TCS bases its activity on the principles of "green chemistry" to offer the textile industry chemical solutions that make concrete the concepts of safety, performance, and circularity. Its flagship product - REVECOL® - is born from critical waste materials (used vegetable oils) and present in abundance, which through a process attentive to environmental compatibility and safety, are transformed into a line of innovative, certified, high-performance chemical auxiliaries usable by the entire textile industry.

ERCA Group has six plants in three macro-regions: Europe, Latin America, and Asia and produces chemical specialties and auxiliaries with an approach of responsible innovation. Its production covers several markets: textile, cosmetics, polyurethanes, concrete. It has a turnover of 150 million euros and employs 350 people worldwide, 100 of whom are in the sole Grassobbio plant.

Quelle:

ERCA Textile Chemical Solutions (ERCA Group)

05.02.2024

ECHA: Strategic goals for 2024-2028

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has published its Strategy Statement 2024-2028. The strategy details the agency’s goals and priorities over the next five years to protect health and the environment through its work for chemical safety.

Main elements of the Strategy – Goals and Priorities

Be a trusted chemicals agency – ECHA aims to achieve this by delivering its legal mandate using independent expertise and robust data. The Agency, to support this, will:

  • Deliver transparent, independent, and high-quality scientific advice, opinions, and decisions;
  • Enhance decision and policy making through optimal use of data, knowledge, and competence; and
  • Facilitate the prioritisation and co-ordination of regulatory actions on substances and groups of substances with the European Commission (EC), EU agencies and Member State Authorities.

 
Respond to emerging challenges and changes in their legal landscape – ECHA will prepare for new tasks and inform EU chemical and environmental policy. To support this goal, it will focus on the following priorities:

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has published its Strategy Statement 2024-2028. The strategy details the agency’s goals and priorities over the next five years to protect health and the environment through its work for chemical safety.

Main elements of the Strategy – Goals and Priorities

Be a trusted chemicals agency – ECHA aims to achieve this by delivering its legal mandate using independent expertise and robust data. The Agency, to support this, will:

  • Deliver transparent, independent, and high-quality scientific advice, opinions, and decisions;
  • Enhance decision and policy making through optimal use of data, knowledge, and competence; and
  • Facilitate the prioritisation and co-ordination of regulatory actions on substances and groups of substances with the European Commission (EC), EU agencies and Member State Authorities.

 
Respond to emerging challenges and changes in their legal landscape – ECHA will prepare for new tasks and inform EU chemical and environmental policy. To support this goal, it will focus on the following priorities:

  • Implement new legal requirements using existing and new synergies and experience;
  • Work with relevant EU agencies and bodies to deliver Chemical Strategy for Sustainability (CSS) actions and objectives; and
  • Provide scientific and technical advice on chemicals to EU policy makers.

 
Communicate and Engage – by collaborating with stakeholders and partners, ECHA will strengthen public confidence in chemicals regulation. In support of this goal, the Agency will:

  • Deepen their network of engagement with EU institutions and agencies and Member States;
  • Collaborate and provide tools, advice, and support to industry; and
  • Promote awareness and understanding of ECHA's work to stakeholders representing workers, the public and the environment.

 
Lead on chemical knowledge and expertise – the Agency will advance knowledge and understanding on chemical safety. To achieve this, it will:

  • Contribute proactively to expanding scientific and technical competence and knowledge on chemical safety;
  • Promote the development and use of alternative methods for the assessment of hazards and risks of chemicals; and
  • Support the EC to enhance engagement and synergies at international level.

 
Invest in people and organisational excellence – ECHA is committed to working together to achieve their vision. In order to achieve this they will:

  • Develop and empower their people for success;
  • Create optimal ways of working for the Agency, its bodies, its people, and the environment; and
  • Adopt an IT delivery model that is cost-effective, streamlined, modular, interoperable, cloud based and centralised.
Quelle:

European Chemicals Agency

26.01.2024

Solvay reduces transportation carbon footprint

Solvay is partnering with transportation providers KIITOSIMEON and ADAMS LOGISTICS to reduce the carbon footprint of its facility in Voikkaa, Finland. Known for its hydrogen peroxide technology, the site has a yearly capacity of 85 kilotons, making it the largest hydrogen peroxide unit in the country and one of the largest in Europe. However, the transportation of its products results in more than 850 tons of CO2 emissions annually, attributed to the several thousands deliveries conducted each year.

While the Voikkaa site has been operating on 100% wind-generated electricity since 2023, the journey towards decarbonization takes another step forward as it transitions transportation fuel from diesel to biofuel in the first quarter of 2024. This shift will result in a significant annual reduction of over 700 tons of CO2 emissions, representing more than 8O% reduction in the site's transportation carbon footprint.

Solvay is partnering with transportation providers KIITOSIMEON and ADAMS LOGISTICS to reduce the carbon footprint of its facility in Voikkaa, Finland. Known for its hydrogen peroxide technology, the site has a yearly capacity of 85 kilotons, making it the largest hydrogen peroxide unit in the country and one of the largest in Europe. However, the transportation of its products results in more than 850 tons of CO2 emissions annually, attributed to the several thousands deliveries conducted each year.

While the Voikkaa site has been operating on 100% wind-generated electricity since 2023, the journey towards decarbonization takes another step forward as it transitions transportation fuel from diesel to biofuel in the first quarter of 2024. This shift will result in a significant annual reduction of over 700 tons of CO2 emissions, representing more than 8O% reduction in the site's transportation carbon footprint.

As part of its commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050, Solvay has outlined a sustainability roadmap with around 40 energy transition projects. These projects focus on eliminating coal usage, emphasizing renewable energy sources, prioritizing energy efficiency, and driving process innovation. Solvay has further committed to reduce its emissions* along the value chain by 20% by 2030.

*scope 3 emissions, focus 5 categories, 2021 baseline

Quelle:

Solvay

Devan high cooling Photo: Devan Chemicals
09.01.2024

Devan Chemicals presents latest sustainable textile finishes at Heimtextil 2024

Devan will showcase the newest additions to their R-Vital NTL Range and Thermic High Cooling technology.

R-Vital® NTL enables textile manufacturers to boost their textiles with a range of active, natural ingredients that have a positive effect on the body and mind. Elements such as Chamomile oil and Arnica Montana are absorbed by the skin and have relaxing, moisturizing or hydrating effects. The biobased content of the R-Vital well-being technology is +97%, readily biodegradable (OECD 301B).

R-Vital® NTL Regenight™: Devan and Lucas Meyer Cosmetics join forces to launch a ground-breaking technology, R-Vital NTL Regenight™, a technology which improves sleep quality and also improves nighttime skin recovery. Using an upcycled oil soluble fraction obtained from Australian Tea tree oil distillation process, Regenight™ acts through both inhalation to improve nighttime rest and through topical action to provide skin recovery.

Tested in real-life context using proven biometric technology, the dual action provided individually by Regenight™ proposes a breakthrough approach to reduce the impact of poor-quality sleep on the skin.

Devan will showcase the newest additions to their R-Vital NTL Range and Thermic High Cooling technology.

R-Vital® NTL enables textile manufacturers to boost their textiles with a range of active, natural ingredients that have a positive effect on the body and mind. Elements such as Chamomile oil and Arnica Montana are absorbed by the skin and have relaxing, moisturizing or hydrating effects. The biobased content of the R-Vital well-being technology is +97%, readily biodegradable (OECD 301B).

R-Vital® NTL Regenight™: Devan and Lucas Meyer Cosmetics join forces to launch a ground-breaking technology, R-Vital NTL Regenight™, a technology which improves sleep quality and also improves nighttime skin recovery. Using an upcycled oil soluble fraction obtained from Australian Tea tree oil distillation process, Regenight™ acts through both inhalation to improve nighttime rest and through topical action to provide skin recovery.

Tested in real-life context using proven biometric technology, the dual action provided individually by Regenight™ proposes a breakthrough approach to reduce the impact of poor-quality sleep on the skin.

R-Vital® NTL Chamomile oil: Chamomile oil is known for its moisturizing and soothing properties. Additionally, this oil is believed to have antioxidant and inflammatory properties. Furthermore, chamomile oil is renowned for its calming effects and potential to reduce stress and anxiety, helping improve sleep quality.

R-Vital® NTL Warming: Engineered to deliver a gentle warmth, the R-Vital NTL Warming technology ensures a cozy and comfortable sleeping experience. This blend is a solution that infuses a sense of warmth, promoting physical and emotional well-being.

R-Vital NTL Arnica Montana: Harnessing the natural benefits of Arnica Montana, this ingredient, is celebrated for its potent healing and recovering properties.

At Heimtextil Devan will also present a new high cooling technology that provides an optimal and refreshing sleeping climate, ensuring a cool and restful night's sleep. Thermic High Cooling is based on reactive microencapsulated Phase Change Materials (PCMs). The smart heat exchange mechanism keeps the body within its comfort zone. This makes the body suffer less from night sweats, and results in a longer, healthier and more comfortable sleep with fewer awakenings. This new formulation with high cooling level and high solid content, presents around 30% more cooling than standard PCM formulations. One padding allows to achieve high cooling level (no need to run multiple applications). A Bio-based version is also available - Thermic® Bio, where the PCMs are derived from sustainable, natural sources.

Quelle:

Devan Chemicals

AZL Aachen GmbH: Kick-Off-Meeting zum Projekt "Trends und Designfaktoren für Wasserstoffdruckbehälter" (c) AZL Aachen GmbH
21.12.2023

AZL Aachen GmbH: Kick-Off-Meeting zum Projekt "Trends und Designfaktoren für Wasserstoffdruckbehälter"

Das Kick-Off-Meeting zum Projekt "Trends und Designfaktoren für Wasserstoffdruckbehälter", das kürzlich bei der AZL Aachen GmbH stattfand, war eine erfolgreiche Veranstaltung, die mehr als 37 Top-Experten auf dem Gebiet der Verbundtechnologien zusammenbrachte. Mit diesem Treffen wurde ein solides Fundament für das Joint Partner Projekt gelegt, das derzeit ein Konsortium von 20 Unternehmen aus der gesamten Wertschöpfungskette der Verbundwerkstoff-Druckbehälter umfasst: Ascend Performance Materials, Cevotec GmbH, Chongqing Polycomp International Corp. (CPIC), Conbility GmbH, Elkamet Kunststofftechnik GmbH, F.A. Kümpers GmbH & Co. KG, floteks plastik sanayi ticaret a.s., Formosa Plastics Corporation, Heraeus Noblelight GmbH, Huntsman Advanced Materials, Kaneka Belgium NV, Laserline GmbH, Mitsui Chemicals Europe GmbH, Plastic Omnium, Rassini Europe GmbH, Robert Bosch GmbH, Swancor Holding Co. Ltd, TECNALIA, Toyota Motor Europe NV/SA, Tünkers do Brasil Ltda.

Das Kick-Off-Meeting zum Projekt "Trends und Designfaktoren für Wasserstoffdruckbehälter", das kürzlich bei der AZL Aachen GmbH stattfand, war eine erfolgreiche Veranstaltung, die mehr als 37 Top-Experten auf dem Gebiet der Verbundtechnologien zusammenbrachte. Mit diesem Treffen wurde ein solides Fundament für das Joint Partner Projekt gelegt, das derzeit ein Konsortium von 20 Unternehmen aus der gesamten Wertschöpfungskette der Verbundwerkstoff-Druckbehälter umfasst: Ascend Performance Materials, Cevotec GmbH, Chongqing Polycomp International Corp. (CPIC), Conbility GmbH, Elkamet Kunststofftechnik GmbH, F.A. Kümpers GmbH & Co. KG, floteks plastik sanayi ticaret a.s., Formosa Plastics Corporation, Heraeus Noblelight GmbH, Huntsman Advanced Materials, Kaneka Belgium NV, Laserline GmbH, Mitsui Chemicals Europe GmbH, Plastic Omnium, Rassini Europe GmbH, Robert Bosch GmbH, Swancor Holding Co. Ltd, TECNALIA, Toyota Motor Europe NV/SA, Tünkers do Brasil Ltda.

Das Projekt folgt dem bewährten AZL-Ansatz eines Joint Partner Projekts, das darauf abzielt, Technologie- und Markteinblicke sowie Benchmarking verschiedener Material- und Produktionskonzepte zu ermöglichen und gleichzeitig die Experten entlang der Wertschöpfungskette zu vernetzen.

Das Kick-Off-Meeting diente nicht nur als Plattform, um neue Kontakte zu knüpfen und sich über die Expertise und Interessen der Konsortiumsmitglieder im Bereich Wasserstoffdruckbehälter zu informieren, sondern legte auch den Grundstein für die Ausrichtung der kommenden anspruchsvollen Projektphasen. Als Grundlage für die interaktive Diskussionsrunde erläuterte das AZL den Hintergrund, die Motivation und den detaillierten Arbeitsplan. Im Mittelpunkt des Dialogs standen die Hauptziele, die größten Herausforderungen, der Beitrag zur Wettbewerbsfähigkeit und die Prioritäten, mit denen die Erwartungen der Projektpartner am besten erfüllt werden können.

Die Diskussionen betrafen regulatorische Fragen, die sich wandelnde Wertschöpfungskette sowie die Versorgung mit und die Eigenschaften von Schlüsselmaterialien wie Kohlenstoff- und Glasfasern und Harzen. Das Konsortium definierte Untersuchungen zu verschiedenen Fertigungstechnologien, um deren Ausgereiftheit und potenziellen Nutzen zu bewerten. Konstruktionsauslegungen, einschließlich Liner, Boss-Design und Wickelmuster, werden unter Berücksichtigung ihrer Auswirkungen auf die mobile und stationäre Lagerung eingehend geprüft. Die Gruppe interessiert sich ebenfalls für kosteneffiziente Prüfmethoden und Zertifizierungsverfahren sowie für die Aussichten auf ein Recycling zu Endlosfasern und die Verwendung nachhaltiger Materialien. Es wurde um Einblicke in die künftige Nachfrage nach Wasserstofftanks, in die Bedürfnisse und Strategien der OEMs und in technologische Entwicklungen zur Herstellung wirtschaftlicherer Tanks gebeten.

Die Sitzung unterstrich die Bedeutung von CAE-Entwürfen für Fasermuster, die Eignung von Software und den anwendungsabhängigen Einsatz von duroplastischen und thermoplastischen Entwürfen.

Das erste Report Meeting wird auch den Rahmen für die nächste Projektphase abstecken, in der das AZL Ingenieurteam Referenzdesigns erarbeitet. Diese Designs werden eine Reihe von Druckbehälterkonfigurationen mit einer Vielzahl von Materialien und Produktionskonzepten abdecken. Ziel ist es, Modelle zu entwickeln, die nicht nur die aktuellen technologischen Möglichkeiten widerspiegeln, sondern auch tiefe Einblicke in die Kostenanalyse verschiedener Produktionstechnologien, deren CO2-Fußabdruck, Recyclingaspekte und Skalierbarkeit bieten.

Das AZL Projekt ist weiterhin offen für zusätzliche Teilnehmer. Unternehmen, die an einer Teilnahme an dieser zukunftsorientierten Initiative interessiert sind, sind eingeladen, sich mit Philipp Fröhlig in Verbindung zu setzen.

11.12.2023

Syensqo officially demerged from Solvay and launched on Euronext

Syensqo announces the successful listing of its shares on Euronext Brussels and Euronext Paris under ticker SYENS. After the completion of the spin-off from Solvay, the listing marks a historical milestone as the company embarks on a journey focused on delivering superior growth and value creation.

Syensqo’s portfolio of market leading solutions addresses environmental and social challenges, through electrification, lightweighting, connectivity and resource efficiency. In addition, Syensqo is at the heart of the transition towards a net-zero economy, which is expected to drive new sources of value and support the company’s long-term growth.

With more than 13,000 employees and activities spread across the world (with 41% of FY2022 net sales in the Americas, 36% in Asia-Pacific and 23% Europe), Syensqo’s long-term ambition is to be the prime innovation partner for its customers, growing on average at around two times the rate of its main end markets, while further improving its best-in-class margin and returns.

Syensqo announces the successful listing of its shares on Euronext Brussels and Euronext Paris under ticker SYENS. After the completion of the spin-off from Solvay, the listing marks a historical milestone as the company embarks on a journey focused on delivering superior growth and value creation.

Syensqo’s portfolio of market leading solutions addresses environmental and social challenges, through electrification, lightweighting, connectivity and resource efficiency. In addition, Syensqo is at the heart of the transition towards a net-zero economy, which is expected to drive new sources of value and support the company’s long-term growth.

With more than 13,000 employees and activities spread across the world (with 41% of FY2022 net sales in the Americas, 36% in Asia-Pacific and 23% Europe), Syensqo’s long-term ambition is to be the prime innovation partner for its customers, growing on average at around two times the rate of its main end markets, while further improving its best-in-class margin and returns.

Upon listing, Syensqo has 105,876,417 ordinary shares in issue, each carrying one voting right. The Syensqo share price started its journey at a value of € 90 at market open (9.00 am CET), which corresponds to a market capitalization of € 9.53 billion.

Weitere Informationen:
Syensqo Solvay chemicals
Quelle:

Syensqo

20.10.2023

CHT: Von adidas als "TOP PERFORMER" ausgezeichnet

In seiner jüngsten Evaluierung hat adidas eine Rangliste der Zulieferer von chemischen Produkten und Hilfsstoffen erstellt, die bei der Herstellung seiner Produkte verwendet werden. Mit 98 % ZDHC Level 3 Hilfsmitteln und Farbstoffen im Portfolio ist CHT der bevorzugte Lieferant in diesem Ranking. Dies honoriert zum einen die Innovationskraft der unternehmenseigenen Forschung und Entwicklung, zum anderen zeigt es deutlich, dass CHT der bevorzugte Partner für die nachhaltige chemische Behandlung von zertifizierbaren Markenprodukten ist.

CHT investiert in nachhaltige textile Wertschöpfungsketten
Im Jahr 2022 erwirtschaftete die CHT Gruppe 77 % ihres Gesamtumsatzes mit nachhaltig klassifizierten Produkten. Die unternehmenseigene Forschung und Entwicklung arbeitet unermüdlich daran, die gesamte textile Wertschöpfungskette nachhaltiger zu gestalten.
Kunden aus der produzierenden Textilindustrie profitieren vom Know-how der CHT und technischer Kompetenz in der maschinellen Anwendung.

In seiner jüngsten Evaluierung hat adidas eine Rangliste der Zulieferer von chemischen Produkten und Hilfsstoffen erstellt, die bei der Herstellung seiner Produkte verwendet werden. Mit 98 % ZDHC Level 3 Hilfsmitteln und Farbstoffen im Portfolio ist CHT der bevorzugte Lieferant in diesem Ranking. Dies honoriert zum einen die Innovationskraft der unternehmenseigenen Forschung und Entwicklung, zum anderen zeigt es deutlich, dass CHT der bevorzugte Partner für die nachhaltige chemische Behandlung von zertifizierbaren Markenprodukten ist.

CHT investiert in nachhaltige textile Wertschöpfungsketten
Im Jahr 2022 erwirtschaftete die CHT Gruppe 77 % ihres Gesamtumsatzes mit nachhaltig klassifizierten Produkten. Die unternehmenseigene Forschung und Entwicklung arbeitet unermüdlich daran, die gesamte textile Wertschöpfungskette nachhaltiger zu gestalten.
Kunden aus der produzierenden Textilindustrie profitieren vom Know-how der CHT und technischer Kompetenz in der maschinellen Anwendung.

CHT und Textilstandards
In diesem Zusammenhang ist CHT bereits seit 2019 als ZDHC Contributor mit einem umfassenden Sortiment von mehr als 2200 zertifizierten Produkten aktiv. Davon sind 70 % Textilhilfsmittel und 30 % Farbstoffe im Portfolio, die nach Level 3 ZDHC, bluesign® oder C2C-Standards zertifiziert sind.
CHT unterstützt seine Kunden und Geschäftspartner umfassend und investiert intensiv in Compliance- und Regulierungsmaßnahmen. Insbesondere im Textilbereich arbeitet die Unternehmensgruppe mit renommierten Standards und Labels zusammen. Unter anderem bluesign®, C2C oder GOTS. Insbesondere im Rahmen des ZDHC-Programms ist CHT weltweit ein der führenden Unternehmen. Mehr als 2200 von CHT zertifizierte Produkte erreichen derzeit LEVEL 3, die höchstmögliche Stufe für sichere Textilchemie. Besonders erwähnenswert ist, dass dies sowohl Textilhilfsmittel (70 %) als auch Farbstoffe und Pigmente (30 %) umfasst.

Die CHT Gruppe ist an mehreren ZDHC-Arbeitsgruppen beteiligt und ist auch Mitglied der ZDHC-internen Beratungsgruppe der chemischen Industrie (CIAG).

Quelle:

CHT Germany GmbH

12.10.2023

OETI Indien: ZDHC-Schulungen für nachhaltiges Chemikalienmanagement

OETI, ein Mitglied der TESTEX-Gruppe, ist offiziell-zugelassener ZDHC-Lösungsanbieter im Rahmen des ZDHC-Programms „Roadmap to Zero“. Nachdem OETI bereits als weltweit zugelassene ZDHC MRSL-Zertifizierungsstelle für OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT tätig ist, bietet es darüber hinaus nun in Indien auch umfassende ZDHC-Schulungsdienste an.

Das ZDHC (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals) Roadmap to Zero Programm treibt nachhaltiges Chemikalienmanagement in den globalen Wertschöpfungsketten für Textilien, Leder, Bekleidung und Schuhe voran. Die Expert*innen von OETI schulen Markenunternehmen, Hersteller*innen und andere ZDHC-Stakeholder in nachhaltigem Chemikalienmanagement, das sich an den ZDHC-Richtlinien, Plattformen und Lösungen orientiert.

OETI, ein Mitglied der TESTEX-Gruppe, ist offiziell-zugelassener ZDHC-Lösungsanbieter im Rahmen des ZDHC-Programms „Roadmap to Zero“. Nachdem OETI bereits als weltweit zugelassene ZDHC MRSL-Zertifizierungsstelle für OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT tätig ist, bietet es darüber hinaus nun in Indien auch umfassende ZDHC-Schulungsdienste an.

Das ZDHC (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals) Roadmap to Zero Programm treibt nachhaltiges Chemikalienmanagement in den globalen Wertschöpfungsketten für Textilien, Leder, Bekleidung und Schuhe voran. Die Expert*innen von OETI schulen Markenunternehmen, Hersteller*innen und andere ZDHC-Stakeholder in nachhaltigem Chemikalienmanagement, das sich an den ZDHC-Richtlinien, Plattformen und Lösungen orientiert.

Das Schulungs-Programm “ZDHC CMS Framework Training für Lieferanten“ vermittelt ein umfassendes Verständnis von Chemikalienmanagement-Systemen, dem sogenannten Chemical Management System (CMS) und deren praktischer Umsetzung in der Textil- und Lederindustrie. Das Training zielt auf verschiedene Abteilungen in einem Unternehmen ab, einschließlich Management, Chemieteam, Beschaffung, Compliance und Nachhaltigkeit. Dadurch soll die Zusammenarbeit dieser Abteilungen in Bezug auf ein nachhaltiges Chemikalienmanagement gefördert und noch besser verankert werden.

OETI Indien veranstaltet in den kommenden Monaten Schulungen in Tirupur, Delhi, Bangalore und Ahmedabad, auch maßgeschneiderte Schulungen für spezifische Anlagen oder Cluster können angeboten werden.

Weitere Informationen:
ZDHC Chemikalienmanagement OETI Seminar
Quelle:

OETI

28.09.2023

EcoVadis Gold Rating für DOMO Chemicals

DOMO Chemicals, ein führender Hersteller technischer Materialien, bestätigt sein Engagement für Nachhaltigkeit mit dem Erhalt des EcoVadis Gold Ratings. Verbessert um 13 Punkte im Vergleich zum Vorjahr gehört DOMO zu den besten 5% aller von EcoVadis bewerteten Unternehmen. EcoVadis ist eine führende Plattform für die Nachhaltigkeitsbewertung von Unternehmen mit mehr als 100.000 Mitgliedsunternehmen.

Yves Bonte, CEO von DOMO Chemicals: " Innerhalb eines Jahres ist es uns gelungen, von den Top 25% in die Top 5% aufzusteigen, was DOMO zu einem der besten Unternehmen der Branche macht. Dies zeigt unser Engagement für unser ehrgeiziges Ziel, bis 2030 der Maßstab für Nachhaltigkeit in der Branche zu werden."

DOMO Chemicals, ein führender Hersteller technischer Materialien, bestätigt sein Engagement für Nachhaltigkeit mit dem Erhalt des EcoVadis Gold Ratings. Verbessert um 13 Punkte im Vergleich zum Vorjahr gehört DOMO zu den besten 5% aller von EcoVadis bewerteten Unternehmen. EcoVadis ist eine führende Plattform für die Nachhaltigkeitsbewertung von Unternehmen mit mehr als 100.000 Mitgliedsunternehmen.

Yves Bonte, CEO von DOMO Chemicals: " Innerhalb eines Jahres ist es uns gelungen, von den Top 25% in die Top 5% aufzusteigen, was DOMO zu einem der besten Unternehmen der Branche macht. Dies zeigt unser Engagement für unser ehrgeiziges Ziel, bis 2030 der Maßstab für Nachhaltigkeit in der Branche zu werden."

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DOMO Chemicals EcoVadis
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DOMO Chemicals

Devan’s R-vital NTL with high durability (c) Devan Chemicals NV
11.08.2023

Devan’s R-vital NTL with high durability

Devan, part of Pulcra Chemicals, has announced its R-Vital NTL technology.

R-Vital NTL enables textile manufacturers to boost textiles with a versatile range of micro-encapsulated active ingredients. This functional finish provides added value for textiles and allows manufacturers to create products that differentiate them from competitors. Furthermore, the bio-based and biodegradable well-being technology achieves a durability of 50 washes.

The main concept behind micro-encapsulation is that active ingredients, present on textiles, are gradually released on the skin. When using the textiles or while wearing the clothing, the microcapsules burst by friction and release their assets. Since not all capsules break at the same time, a continuous and gradual release of the actives is obtained.

The natural range comprises five distinct products, each with specific attributes:

Devan, part of Pulcra Chemicals, has announced its R-Vital NTL technology.

R-Vital NTL enables textile manufacturers to boost textiles with a versatile range of micro-encapsulated active ingredients. This functional finish provides added value for textiles and allows manufacturers to create products that differentiate them from competitors. Furthermore, the bio-based and biodegradable well-being technology achieves a durability of 50 washes.

The main concept behind micro-encapsulation is that active ingredients, present on textiles, are gradually released on the skin. When using the textiles or while wearing the clothing, the microcapsules burst by friction and release their assets. Since not all capsules break at the same time, a continuous and gradual release of the actives is obtained.

The natural range comprises five distinct products, each with specific attributes:

  • Aloe vera: Known for its skin-smoothing and softening properties.
  • Avocado seed oil: Known for its skin-moisturizing capabilities.
  • CBD: Known for its relaxation properties.
  • Multivitamin: A blend of provitamin D, vitamins C and E, and ginger.
  • Vitamin E: Known to offer protection against free radicals and premature aging
Quelle:

Devan Chemicals NV

23.06.2023

DOMO Chemicals veröffentlicht Nachhaltigkeitsbericht

DOMO Chemicals, ein weltweit führender Anbieter von technischen Materiallösungen und Dienstleistungen auf Polyamidbasis, hat seinen neuesten jährlichen Nachhaltigkeitsbericht veröffentlicht, in dem er seine Fortschritte auf dem Weg zur Nachhaltigkeit, einschließlich einer bemerkenswerten Reduzierung der Treibhausgasemissionen, detailliert darlegt. DOMO hat es sich zur Aufgabe gemacht, Polyamid-Lösungen zu entwickeln, die zu einer besseren, nachhaltigeren Welt beitragen. Mit der Veröffentlichung seines zweiten jährlichen Nachhaltigkeitsberichts tritt DOMO in eine neue Phase seines Strebens nach Dekarbonisierung ein. Das Unternehmen ist zuversichtlich, dass es bis 2030 den Standard für Nachhaltigkeit in der Branche setzen wird.

Der Nachhaltigkeitsbericht beschreibt detailliert, was DOMO im Jahr 2022 auf dem Weg zur Verwirklichung seiner Nachhaltigkeitsziele für 2030 erreicht hat. In Bezug auf die Dekarbonisierung und umfassendere ökologische Errungenschaften hat das Unternehmen im Vergleich zum Ausgangsjahr 2019 folgende Fortschritte bewirkt:

DOMO Chemicals, ein weltweit führender Anbieter von technischen Materiallösungen und Dienstleistungen auf Polyamidbasis, hat seinen neuesten jährlichen Nachhaltigkeitsbericht veröffentlicht, in dem er seine Fortschritte auf dem Weg zur Nachhaltigkeit, einschließlich einer bemerkenswerten Reduzierung der Treibhausgasemissionen, detailliert darlegt. DOMO hat es sich zur Aufgabe gemacht, Polyamid-Lösungen zu entwickeln, die zu einer besseren, nachhaltigeren Welt beitragen. Mit der Veröffentlichung seines zweiten jährlichen Nachhaltigkeitsberichts tritt DOMO in eine neue Phase seines Strebens nach Dekarbonisierung ein. Das Unternehmen ist zuversichtlich, dass es bis 2030 den Standard für Nachhaltigkeit in der Branche setzen wird.

Der Nachhaltigkeitsbericht beschreibt detailliert, was DOMO im Jahr 2022 auf dem Weg zur Verwirklichung seiner Nachhaltigkeitsziele für 2030 erreicht hat. In Bezug auf die Dekarbonisierung und umfassendere ökologische Errungenschaften hat das Unternehmen im Vergleich zum Ausgangsjahr 2019 folgende Fortschritte bewirkt:

  • Reduktion der Scope-1- und Scope-2-Treibhausgasemissionen um 27% – ein bedeutender Fortschritt auf dem Weg zum Ziel einer 40-prozentigen Reduktion bis 2030 und Klimaneutralität bis 2050
  • Erhöhung des Anteils an Strom aus erneuerbaren Energien im gesamten Unternehmen auf 12%
  • Verringerung der Abfallmenge um 24%
  • Reduzierung des Wasserverbrauchs um 4,5%

Zudem hat DOMO als Anbieter von nachhaltigen und kreislauforientierten Lösungen auf Polyamidbasis Folgendes erreicht:

  • 11,3% des Umsatzes wurden mit technischen Materialien erzielt, die auf nachhaltigen Rohstoffen basieren, was einen großen Fortschritt auf dem Weg zu seinem Ziel von 20% im Jahr 2030 darstellt
  • 25% der Forschungs- und Entwicklungsressourcen werden zur Verbesserung des Recyclings eingesetzt

Darüber hinaus ist für DOMO als verantwortungsvollem Arbeitgeber die Förderung von Talenten und die Sicherstellung des Wohlergehens der Belegschaft für ein nachhaltiges Wachstum von entscheidender Bedeutung. Zu den wichtigsten Fortschritten des Jahres 2022 zählen:

  • Erhöhung des Anteils von Frauen in Führungspositionen von 22% im Jahr 2021 auf 30% im Jahr 2022
  • Förderung eines sicheren und integrativen Arbeitsumfelds, das die persönliche und berufliche Entwicklung sowie eine globale Sicherheitskultur fördert
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DOMO Chemicals

Photo: Pulcra Chemicals
19.06.2023

Pulcra Chemicals and Inditex develop Dyeing Process

Pulcra Chemicals and Inditex develop Sustineri Coloring, a combined pretreatment and dyeing process for cotton and polyester/cotton resulting in water, time and energy savings. This process is the result of a joint research between Pulcra Chemicals and Inditex with the goal to mitigate the impact of standard dyeing processes and to reduce the use of natural resources.

Sustineri Coloring is based on newly engineered process chemicals which allow a one bath pretreatment and dyeing process for dark, medium and light shades of cotton and polyester/cotton fabrics by exhaust method. This results in shorter processing time and less use of water and energy.

The process is already used by selected mills and it showed that Sustineri Coloring is reducing in pretreatment and dyeing the processing time by up to 60 % and the water and energy consumption by up to 80 and 60% respectively. The state-of-the-art products allow a one bath treatment which is the key in saving resources.

Pulcra Chemicals and Inditex develop Sustineri Coloring, a combined pretreatment and dyeing process for cotton and polyester/cotton resulting in water, time and energy savings. This process is the result of a joint research between Pulcra Chemicals and Inditex with the goal to mitigate the impact of standard dyeing processes and to reduce the use of natural resources.

Sustineri Coloring is based on newly engineered process chemicals which allow a one bath pretreatment and dyeing process for dark, medium and light shades of cotton and polyester/cotton fabrics by exhaust method. This results in shorter processing time and less use of water and energy.

The process is already used by selected mills and it showed that Sustineri Coloring is reducing in pretreatment and dyeing the processing time by up to 60 % and the water and energy consumption by up to 80 and 60% respectively. The state-of-the-art products allow a one bath treatment which is the key in saving resources.

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Pulcra Chemicals

(c) wet-green GmbH
01.06.2023

wet-green GmbH earns USDA Certified Biobased Product Label

wet-green GmbH announced today that it has earned the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Certified Biobased Product Label for wet-green® OBE 1 tanning agent for Olivenleder®.

wet-green® OBE 1 is made of 100% biobased raw materials coming from by-products of olive growing, covered by a global patent. wet-green® OBE 1 is applied as a pre-tanning agent and replaces standard tanning technologies e.g. Chromium, Glutaraldehyde, Zeolites etc., is non-corrosive, metal-free, free of synthetic reactive tanning chemicals, formaldehyde-free, glutaraldehyde-free, bisphenol-free, syntan free, viscous, pumpable and pleasant smelling. wet-green® OBE 1 is the next generation vegetable tanning agent suitable for a wide range of leather articles and applied since many years in areas e.g. automotive, upholstery, garments, shoes and accessories.

The wet-green® tanning agent for Olivenleder® can now display a USDA label that highlights its percentage of biobased content. Third-party verification for a product's biobased content is administered through the USDA BioPreferred® Program, which strives to increase the development, purchase, and use of biobased
products.

wet-green GmbH announced today that it has earned the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Certified Biobased Product Label for wet-green® OBE 1 tanning agent for Olivenleder®.

wet-green® OBE 1 is made of 100% biobased raw materials coming from by-products of olive growing, covered by a global patent. wet-green® OBE 1 is applied as a pre-tanning agent and replaces standard tanning technologies e.g. Chromium, Glutaraldehyde, Zeolites etc., is non-corrosive, metal-free, free of synthetic reactive tanning chemicals, formaldehyde-free, glutaraldehyde-free, bisphenol-free, syntan free, viscous, pumpable and pleasant smelling. wet-green® OBE 1 is the next generation vegetable tanning agent suitable for a wide range of leather articles and applied since many years in areas e.g. automotive, upholstery, garments, shoes and accessories.

The wet-green® tanning agent for Olivenleder® can now display a USDA label that highlights its percentage of biobased content. Third-party verification for a product's biobased content is administered through the USDA BioPreferred® Program, which strives to increase the development, purchase, and use of biobased
products.

Biobased products help address climate change by offering renewable alternatives to petroleum-based products; sequester carbon dioxide, lowering the concentration of greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere that contribute to climate change; create and expand markets; are generally safer for people and the environment than their petroleum-based counterparts; and represent incredible technological advances and innovations.

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wet-green GmbH Leather chemicals
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wet-green GmbH

01.06.2023

ERCA, Patagonia® and YKK announce implementation of ERCA’s REVECOL®

ERCA, Patagonia® and YKK announce the implementation of ERCA’s REVECOL®, a sustainable, innovative chemical agent, in YKK’s dyeing processes at their Vietnam production sites transforms common waste material, such as exhausted vegetable cooking oil, into an upcycled, certified high performance, safe textile chemical. ERCA has invested in circular practices to take waste material and use them as feedstocks to create new responsible chemical products.

Always searching for new sustainable innovations, REVECOL® caught the attention of Patagonia®. Driven by the goal to utilize non-extractive chemistry in their supply chain wherever possible, the brand teamed up with ERCA and trim supplier YKK to deploy REVECOL®.

REVECOL® LV-TS has a carbon footprint that is 72% lower* than the more conventional chemical auxiliaries produced by ERCA. Today ERCA produces a wide range of high-performance chemical auxiliaries made from used vegetable oil that are ZDHC, bluesign® approved and GRS certified.

ERCA is one of the first companies to have GRS certified chemical products, opening the door to circular chemical auxiliaries.

ERCA, Patagonia® and YKK announce the implementation of ERCA’s REVECOL®, a sustainable, innovative chemical agent, in YKK’s dyeing processes at their Vietnam production sites transforms common waste material, such as exhausted vegetable cooking oil, into an upcycled, certified high performance, safe textile chemical. ERCA has invested in circular practices to take waste material and use them as feedstocks to create new responsible chemical products.

Always searching for new sustainable innovations, REVECOL® caught the attention of Patagonia®. Driven by the goal to utilize non-extractive chemistry in their supply chain wherever possible, the brand teamed up with ERCA and trim supplier YKK to deploy REVECOL®.

REVECOL® LV-TS has a carbon footprint that is 72% lower* than the more conventional chemical auxiliaries produced by ERCA. Today ERCA produces a wide range of high-performance chemical auxiliaries made from used vegetable oil that are ZDHC, bluesign® approved and GRS certified.

ERCA is one of the first companies to have GRS certified chemical products, opening the door to circular chemical auxiliaries.

As part of their Sustainability Vision 2050, YKK is constantly working to deploy more sustainable chemical processes in their production. The ability to replace a commonly used dye chemical with a lower impact version was a no-brainer for YKK’s Vietnam management. REVECOL® is not only more sustainable, it is also more efficient, reducing the use of the dyeing auxiliary by 20% to 30%, thus  helping to lower YKK’s overall chemical usage.

* bluesign® Product Carbon Footprint Report

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ERCA SPA

(c) Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited
17.05.2023

Indorama Ventures upgraded MSCI ESG Ratings

Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, a global sustainable chemical producer, was upgraded to "A" from "BBB" in MSCI’s ESG rating, reaffirming the company’s effective management of sustainability related risks and opportunities.

MSCI (Morgan Stanley Capital International), an independent provider of research-based indices and analytics, ranked Indorama Ventures among the top 14% of 65 companies worldwide in the commodity chemicals industry. The rating has placed it in the top quartile for opportunities in clean tech, water stress, corporate governance, and corporate behavior.

Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, a global sustainable chemical producer, was upgraded to "A" from "BBB" in MSCI’s ESG rating, reaffirming the company’s effective management of sustainability related risks and opportunities.

MSCI (Morgan Stanley Capital International), an independent provider of research-based indices and analytics, ranked Indorama Ventures among the top 14% of 65 companies worldwide in the commodity chemicals industry. The rating has placed it in the top quartile for opportunities in clean tech, water stress, corporate governance, and corporate behavior.

Indorama Ventures is committed to reducing water intensity by 10% by 2025 and 20% by 2030. It developed a Water Risk Assessment Report on its contributions to achieving sustainable management of water targets and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). For improved corporate governance, the company provides whistleblowers with protection from retaliation, and has policies on business ethics and anti-corruption. Relating to opportunities in clean tech, Indorama Ventures’ is investing in recycling technology and biomass feedstock under its Vision 2030, and is also investing in operational efficiencies, carbon capture technology, renewable energy, and phasing out coal to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions.

MSCI ESG Ratings aim to measure a company’s resilience to long-term ESG risks. Companies are scored on an industry-relative AAA-CCC scale across the most relevant key issues based on a company’s business model. Investors, including pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, and asset managers, commonly consider the ratings to assess financial risks in the investment process.

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Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited

10.05.2023

Indorama Ventures reports improved quarterly earnings

  • 1Q23 Performance Summary
  • Revenue of US$4B, an increase of 3% QoQ and a decline of 9% YoY
  • Reported EBITDA of US$301M, an increase of 269% QoQ and decrease of 62% YOY
  • Operating cash flows of US$201M
  • Net Operating Debt to Equity of 1.00x
  • Reported EPS of THB 0.14

Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited (IVL), a global sustainable chemical producer, reported improved quarterly earnings as headwinds continue to ease from the previous quarter’s peaks, although still below normalized levels. The company continues to focus on enhancing its global competitiveness as the full benefit of China’s reopening spurs volumes through the year, and as volatile energy costs and the destocking trend by customers begin to normalize.

  • 1Q23 Performance Summary
  • Revenue of US$4B, an increase of 3% QoQ and a decline of 9% YoY
  • Reported EBITDA of US$301M, an increase of 269% QoQ and decrease of 62% YOY
  • Operating cash flows of US$201M
  • Net Operating Debt to Equity of 1.00x
  • Reported EPS of THB 0.14

Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited (IVL), a global sustainable chemical producer, reported improved quarterly earnings as headwinds continue to ease from the previous quarter’s peaks, although still below normalized levels. The company continues to focus on enhancing its global competitiveness as the full benefit of China’s reopening spurs volumes through the year, and as volatile energy costs and the destocking trend by customers begin to normalize.

Indorama Ventures achieved Reported EBITDA of $301 million in 1Q23, an increase of 269% QoQ and a decline of 62% YoY. Sales volumes dropped 8% YoY amid the heavy destocking trend that is impacting the chemical industry globally, although volumes rose 5% QoQ as the pace of destocking begins to slow from the peak in 4Q22. With China reopening from pandemic lockdowns and economic activity increasing, there has been marginal improvement in benchmark spreads, albeit below historical levels. In Europe, the warmer-than-expected winter contributed to lower energy prices and alleviated the cost pressures faced last year.

The Group reported an overall decline in Q1 earnings on a year-on-year basis as continued destocking by customers kept sales volumes below consumer consumption levels. CPET posted Reported EBITDA of $142 million, a 74% decrease YoY as sales volumes dropped 9%. Fibers segment achieved Reported EBITDA of $32 million, a decrease of 69% YoY as all three verticals reported declining sales. Integrated Oxides and Derivatives (IOD) segment posted a 4.4% growth in YoY Reported EBITDA to $128 million as volumes rose 4.4% YoY.

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Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited

22.03.2023

ChemSec’s PFAs Movement: Brands want the EU to ban PFAS chemicals

  • Harmful PFAS chemicals, used in thousands of consumer products, are shaping up to be the big environmental and health threat of our time. The EU is now the first in the world to propose a broad ban on these chemicals.
  • Consumer brands worth more than €130 billion support the ban on PFAS.  
  • Investors with assets in PFAS-producing companies are calling for an end to production.

Many companies are taking a stand against PFAS chemicals as the EU invites the public to give its opinions on the proposed ban on these harmful chemicals.

  • Harmful PFAS chemicals, used in thousands of consumer products, are shaping up to be the big environmental and health threat of our time. The EU is now the first in the world to propose a broad ban on these chemicals.
  • Consumer brands worth more than €130 billion support the ban on PFAS.  
  • Investors with assets in PFAS-producing companies are calling for an end to production.

Many companies are taking a stand against PFAS chemicals as the EU invites the public to give its opinions on the proposed ban on these harmful chemicals.

108 companies dedicated to phasing out PFAS chemicals from products and processes have joined the PFAS Movement, an advocacy campaign initiated by environmental NGO ChemSec that calls for comprehensive regulation of PFAS in the EU. The members comprise many well-known brands, such as Inditex, Urbanears and the Cookware Company, representing various industries— fashion, home goods, food, and personal care. The members are worth more than €130 billion in total revenue.

“A European ban on PFAS chemicals will have huge repercussions for all manufacturing industries and require much work for companies in the global supply chain. However, some parts of the industry oppose this ban, claiming that the change is too big to be justified. That’s why the support for a ban from such influential consumer brands as those in the PFAS Movement is so important. It’s a strong sign that businesses want to eliminate PFAS chemicals in products and processes”, says Anne-Sofie Bäckar, Executive Director at ChemSec.

A Hollywood Helping Hand
ChemSec’s PFAS Movement is not only supported by the brands but also by Hollywood actor Mark Ruffalo who became a PFAS activist after his involvement in the film Dark Waters. The film depicts the real-life events following the massive uncovering of PFAS contamination in the USA. As a result, several PFAS producers in the USA are now involved in multimillion-dollar lawsuits.

The health and environmental threats of PFAS, along with all the lawsuits, have also created attention among another influential group: institutional investors. Last year, 47 institutional investors with US$8 trillion in assets sent a letter to 54 chemical companies named by ChemSec, calling for them to halt the production of persistent “forever chemicals”.

The EU ban on PFAS
The proposed EU ban on PFAS is extensive and the first of its kind worldwide. The idea was initially initiated by Sweden, Denmark, the Netherlands, Germany and Norway, who have spent almost three years mapping the implications of a ban on PFAS chemicals in a dossier that expands over nearly 2000 pages. The proposal shows, among other things, that the emissions of PFAS were 75 000 tonnes in 2020. If this continues, the emissions are expected to sit at 4.4 million tonnes in 30 years. The emissions originate from the production and use of the many products that contain PFAS; furniture, cosmetics, electronics and many more.

Weitere Informationen:
ChemSec PFAS chemicals
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ChemSec

17.03.2023

ERCA's new business unit: ERCA TCS (Textile Chemical Solutions)

January 2024 marks the official birth of ERCA TCS (Textile Chemical Solutions), a business unit of ERCA S.p.A. with a focus on the textile market. Founded in the 1960s, ERCA S.p.A. is an Italian company, present with six plants in three macro-regions: Europe, Latin America and Asia. The ERCA group produces specialty and auxiliary chemicals with a responsible innovation approach and its production covers several markets: textiles, cosmetics, polyurethanes, concrete.

Why a business unit that caters solely to the textile industry? The decision to give birth to ERCA TCS comes from the desire to be a unique and innovative reference point for ERCA's customers, with products and
services designed specifically for the needs of today's textile industry, grappling with the challenges and
opportunities of sustainability and responsible production.

January 2024 marks the official birth of ERCA TCS (Textile Chemical Solutions), a business unit of ERCA S.p.A. with a focus on the textile market. Founded in the 1960s, ERCA S.p.A. is an Italian company, present with six plants in three macro-regions: Europe, Latin America and Asia. The ERCA group produces specialty and auxiliary chemicals with a responsible innovation approach and its production covers several markets: textiles, cosmetics, polyurethanes, concrete.

Why a business unit that caters solely to the textile industry? The decision to give birth to ERCA TCS comes from the desire to be a unique and innovative reference point for ERCA's customers, with products and
services designed specifically for the needs of today's textile industry, grappling with the challenges and
opportunities of sustainability and responsible production.

ERCA TCS bases its activities on the principles of "Green Chemistry" with the aim of offering the textile industry chemical solutions that make the concepts of safety, performance and circularity a reality. The chemical auxiliaries of ERCA TCS are the result of a vision that incorporates responsible innovation, continuous research, and a desire to offer to the market effective yet ethically, environmentally, and economically sustainable solutions.

The green, high tech and circular commitment of ERCA TCS is demonstrated by a product and brand range that is totally based on the circular economy, which started from a problem - the disposal of used vegetable oil - and turned it into a resource, into a raw material for the production of chemical auxiliaries for the textile industry: REVECOL®, the circular range of high-performance, made-in-Italy, GRS-certified chemical auxiliaries. The REVECOL® range can be used on any type of fiber, recycled or not.

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ERCA S.p.A. / classecohub

(c) Devan Chemicals NV
03.01.2023

Devan launches new allergen control technology at Heimtextil

Belgian textile innovator Devan Chemicals will launch Purissimo® NTL, a biobased and readily biodegradable allergen control technology, at the upcoming Heimtextil trade show in Frankfurt (January 10-13, 2023). It is based on probiotic encapsulation technology and can be applied to textiles during the finishing stage of the textile manufacturing process. Purissimo® NTL cleans up pet dander, pollen and house dust mite allergens in textiles throughout the home.

Purissimo® NTL is based on Devan’s already well-established probiotics, incorporated into a new microcapsule shell. The shell is based on a natural crosslinked biobased polymer, which results in microcapsules that are up to 97% biobased and readily biodegradable (OECD 301B).

Belgian textile innovator Devan Chemicals will launch Purissimo® NTL, a biobased and readily biodegradable allergen control technology, at the upcoming Heimtextil trade show in Frankfurt (January 10-13, 2023). It is based on probiotic encapsulation technology and can be applied to textiles during the finishing stage of the textile manufacturing process. Purissimo® NTL cleans up pet dander, pollen and house dust mite allergens in textiles throughout the home.

Purissimo® NTL is based on Devan’s already well-established probiotics, incorporated into a new microcapsule shell. The shell is based on a natural crosslinked biobased polymer, which results in microcapsules that are up to 97% biobased and readily biodegradable (OECD 301B).

Firstly, dormant probiotic bacteria (spores) are encapsulated. The microcapsule product is then integrated into textiles. Friction opens the capsules and releases the spores. The spores absorb humidity, self-activate and start to multiply. The probiotic bacteria start to consume the allergens that cause allergic reactions and asthma. Due to lower allergen concentration, individuals with respiratory allergies such as house dust mite matter, pet allergens and pollen allergens will have milder to no symptoms and hence a better well-being feeling.

Purissimo® NTL can be used on a wide range of textiles such as mattresses, pillows, bedcovers, blankets but also upholstered furniture, carpets, curtains and public transportation and pet items, such as bedding. It is Oeko-tex® compliant, has a long-lasting effect and a wash durability up to 30 washes is achievable.

Quelle:

Devan Chemicals NV