Lanxess AG

About Lanxess AG

LANXESS Aktiengesellschaft operates as a global specialty chemicals enterprise, engaged in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of a diverse portfolio including chemical intermediates, various additives, specialized chemicals, and plastics. Its operations are structured into four key business units: The Advanced Intermediates division supplies sophisticated industrial chemical components, fundamental and refined chemicals, organometallic compounds, and inorganic pigments. These products cater to industries such as agriculture, automotive, construction, flavor and fragrance, semiconductor and photovoltaic sectors, and the color pigment industry. The Specialty Additives segment delivers a range of additives, including lubricants, flame retardants, plasticizers, and bromine derivatives. These find application in various fields like rubber, plastics, paints, construction, and electrical systems. Focusing on consumer safety and well-being, the Consumer Protection segment offers products for material preservation, disinfectant and hygiene solutions, preservatives, flavors and fragrances, and critical precursors and intermediates for agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and other specialty chemicals. It also develops technologies for treating water and other liquids. Finally, the Engineering Materials division produces high-performance technical plastics, glass fibers, fiber composites, and urethane-based elastomers. These materials are utilized in the automotive, electrical/electronics, construction, and medical industries, as well as in sports and leisure applications. Established in 1863, the company maintains its headquarters in Cologne, Germany.