Clariant to unveil three new ingredients at in-cosmetics Asia 2026, led by Eclipsogen™ CAP Duo Z for simpler hybrid sunscreen formulation

Clariant to unveil three new ingredients at in-cosmetics Asia 2026, led by Eclipsogen CAP Duo Z for simpler hybrid sunscreen formulation. 
(picture: AI-generated) © ClariantClariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, will present its latest personal care innovations at in-cosmetics Asia 2026 in Bangkok, led by Eclipsogen CAP Duo Z, a new hybrid UV filter system that simplifies the formulation of high-protection sunscreens. The showcase also includes two more new ingredients, the Sensotain ILS emollient for complex sun care and skin care formulas and the GlucoTain Pro P foam booster for mild cleansing, alongside the latest natural actives from Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant.

Syensqo materials help advance medical technologies from heart surgery to implants

Syensqo materials help advance medical technologies from heart surgery to implants. 
(Photo: Shutterstock, PR140)Advanced materials play an important role in the development of medical technologies. From devices used for complex heart surgery to pacemakers, spinal implants and surgical instruments, they can help make medical technologies lighter, more precise, compatible with the human body or better suited to medical imaging.

From the heart of the Cerrado: the journey of Pequi Oil

From the heart of the Cerrado: the journey of Pequi Oil. © Clariant In Brazil, every biome tells a different story through its plants. In the Cerrado, one of the country’s most distinctive native fruits is the pequi. For generations, the fruit of the pequi tree has been part of local cuisine and a source of income for rural communities. Today, it also has a place in the cosmetic industry, where its oil is valued as a premium emollient for hair care. But before Pequi Oil reaches a cosmetic formulation, it follows a journey that begins on the ground beneath a native tree.

Westfalia Fruit’s Tanzanian grower programme expands from four to more than 350 smallholder growers

Westfalia Fruit’s Tanzanian grower programme expands from four to more than 350 smallholder growers. 
(Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR063)Westfalia Fruit, a global leader in the avocado industry, is working with more than 350 smallholder avocado growers in Tanzania’s Njombe region through a grower development programme that started with four participants three years ago. Some of those growers have since made the step from smallholder to commercial grower. The company took a delegation of these growers to India to see at first hand how their fruit reaches Indian shoppers.

Syensqo recognized by Avio with Raw Material Supplier Award

Pictured left to right: Salvatore Mazzarella (AVIO), Stephane Souny (AVIO), Rosario Esposito (AVIO), Gerald Perrin (Syensqo), Gianluca Conti (AVIO), Giuliano Russo (Syensqo), Salvatore De Nicola (Syensqo). 
(Photo: Syensqo, PR139)Syensqo has been recognized by Avio with an award in the Raw Material supplier category during its supplier day event, held on October 15, 2026, at Avio's facility in Colleferro, Italy.

Archroma and Prosperity Textile to collaborate on denim innovation

Archroma and Prosperity Textile to collaborate on denim innovation. (Photo: Archroma)Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals, and Prosperity Textile, an international fabric manufacturer with production bases in China and Vietnam, have announced a partnership to drive denim innovation. They will collaborate to develop, evaluate and implement new approaches to improve denim aesthetics, durability and performance, with a shared commitment to sustainability.

Westfalia Fruit connects Colombia’s diverse avocado growing regions to the U.S. market

Westfalia Fruit connects Colombia’s diverse avocado growing regions to the U.S. market. 
(Photo: Westfalia Fruit, PR065)Westfalia Fruit, a global leader in the avocado industry, now grows and sources avocados from 7 key regions in Colombia. Each region brings its own climate, altitude and rhythm, and that diversity is what allows Westfalia Fruit to offer consistent, high-quality avocados all year round with promotable volume all season long.