LANXESS exhibits consumer protection portfolio at PCHi in China

LANXESS exhibits consumer protection portfolio at PCHi in China Photo: LANXESS

Shanghai, February 15, 2022 – German specialty chemicals company LANXESS is showcasing at PCHi in Guangzhou its comprehensive portfolio and concentrated expertise in the field of active ingredients and formulations for personal and home care products which are part of the Consumer Protection segment. This segment is characterized by strong brands with high product quality, innovative technologies and a global sales and service network to protect people and their environment.

Sustainable low carbon products

This is the first time that the Flavor & Fragrances (F&F) business unit exhibits at an exhibition in China since LANXESS established the business unit following the acquisition of Emerald Kalama.

F&F is presenting its comprehensive portfolio for personal and home care, including Kalaguard® SB, Purox® B, Purox® S, Solbrol®, and Purolan® brand products. They are widely used in various consumer goods, such as cosmetics, personal care products as well as home care products like fabric softener or hand dish liquid.

Purox ®S sodium benzoate combines low odor and high purity, which is suitable for infant skin care products and baby wet wipes. Purolan® PD-LO (pentylene glycol) has a very low odor, which is a good choice for preservative-free cosmetic and wipe formulations.

All F&F products including Sodium Benzoate and Benzyl Alcohol will be available based on sustainable raw materials, reducing their carbon footprint. At the same time, the business unit has further reduced the CO₂ emissions of manufacturing sites due to the use of green energy.

Safe and effective product portfolio

LANXESS is also presenting its new business line CARE, which was established following the acquisition of the microbial control business from U.S. corporation International Flavors & Fragrances and further strengthens the company’s consumer protection segment by serving the personal and home care as well as the health care industry with high-quality, sustainable and safe products. This business line is integrated in LANXESS’s Material Protection Products (MPP) business unit, which specializes in microbial and preservative applications.

In this PCHi, MPP CARE is exhibiting its safe and effective product portfolio to protect personal and homecare products.

NEOLONE™ PH 100 and BIOBAN™ PH100 are high standard Phenoxyethanol products with high purity. They provide excellent preservation and protection for many kinds of personal care products and offer strong stability over a wide pH and temperature range. Kathon CG Plus preservatives with superb physical and chemical compatibility, provides formulators with an economical, effective, and environmentally acceptable alternative to other commercial preservatives.

NEOLONE™ PHCG is a preservative containing Phenoxyethanol and Caprylyl Glycol with cost efficient, low odor active and an optimized ratio of ingredients. It is used in creams, lotions, shampoos and wipes, designed to protect personal care products from contamination by bacteria, yeasts and molds.

Moreover, MPP Care has a global network of regulatory and microbiology experts who support the development of safe, high quality and effective products. The business line represents long standing expertise and well recognized and trusted brands for preservation solutions in leave-on and rinse-off products.

About LANXESS

LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 6.1 billion in 2021. The company currently has about 13,200 employees in 33 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS is listed in the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World and Europe) and FTSE4Good.

LANXESS China

On January 31, 2005, the company was initially listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and LANXESS Chemical (China) Co., Ltd. officially started operations. LANXESS now has 13 subsidiaries, 6 R&D centers and 7 production sites with around 1,200 employees in Greater China. LANXESS works closely with its local partners to develop market-oriented solutions that meet local market needs.

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