OLEOCHEMICALS MARKET ANALYSIS

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Global Oleochemicals Market: Key Developments

In September 2020, Emery Oleochemicals announced the introduction of its new Fatty Acid Esters Product Line marketed under the brand name EMERY E. the product wil sever as an alternative to petrochemical- based materials and can be used in the formulation of a wide range of end use products including cosmetic emollient and dispersant, industrial lubricant and plastic additive among others.

In November 2019, Emery Oleochemicals announced the expansion of its distribution partnership with Omya Inc. Omya will provide technical support to Emery’s U.S. customers for green polymer additives (GPA) products such as release agents, antifogging, lubricants, and specialty plasticizers.

In October 2018, Emery Oleochemicals’ Germany-based subsidiary, Emery Oleochemicals GmbH, announced a new distributor agreement with Nordic IMCD. Nordic promotes, distributes, and provides technical assistance for Emery’s well-known brands such as EMEROX, EDENOL, and LOXIOL.

In November 2020, Vantage Specialty Chemicals announced capacity increase for N-Methyltaurine, a key key intermediate for the synthesis of taurate surfactants worldwide. The additional capacity will enable the company to serve effectively its end users and brands interested in its Metaupon™ range of Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate surfactants.

In November 2018, Vantage Specialty Chemicals, Inc. announced its acquisition of LEUNA-Tenside GmbH, a key player engaged in surfactant manufacturing. The strategic acquisition enables former to strengthen its foothold in European market.