Clariant AG is planning the acquisition of a controlling majority in Süd-Chemie AG, having signed a contract with the majority shareholders.

MUTTENZ, Switzerland – Clariant AG is planning the acquisition of a controlling majority in Süd-Chemie AG, having signed a contract with the majority shareholders.

Süd-Chemie operates two business units that hold a leading position in the areas of process catalysts and adsorbents. Furthermore, Süd-Chemie has a strong research and development pipeline for new business areas with substantial growth potential.