Clariant starts-up new capacity for phosphate-esters at Gendorf

Clariant has announced the start-up of additional capacity for Phosphate Esters (P-Esters) at its plant in Gendorf, Germany, to extend existing production at its Knapsack facility.

P-Esters enhance the performance of a wide range of industrial and consumer applications through their use as emulsifiers, wetting and dispersing agents, antistatic agents and as extreme pressure/antiwear additives for metalworking fluids. The new capacity at Gendorf enables Clariant to support global demand from customers in the market segment industrial lubricants, as well as in the paints & coatings, crop solutions and personal care segments. Furthermore, the investment creates opportunities for Clariant to extend its portfolio with innovative developments for emerging application areas.