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Clariant: A Global Leader in Specialty Chemicals

Clariant is a globally leading specialty chemicals company headquartered in Muttenz, near Basel, Switzerland. Guided by its purpose "Greater chemistry – between people and planet," Clariant is committed to creating sustainable value through innovative chemical solutions that address some of the world's most pressing challenges. The company operates through multiple business areas including Care Chemicals, Catalysts, and Adsorbents & Additives, serving diverse industries from personal care and agriculture to oil and gas, plastics, and coatings.

With approximately 10,300 employees and a strategic global footprint encompassing 71 manufacturing sites worldwide, Clariant follows a regional production model that enables the company to serve local markets efficiently while maintaining supply chain security. This approach positions Clariant as a responsive and reliable partner to customers across continents, demonstrating stable performance in a dynamic global market.

Clariant aims to move toward top-quartile results in specialty chemicals in terms of growth, profitability, sustainability, and people. The company's purpose-led strategy encompasses four key dimensions:

1. Customer focus – shaping the future with customers and collaborating for meaningful impact
2. Innovative chemistry – accelerating innovation that expands what is possible for the benefit of all
3. Leading in sustainability – driving the transition toward sustainability and positioning customers at the forefront of a sustainable world
4. People engagement – building a culture of possibilities where shared passion and an inclusive environment empower everyone to achieve greater outcomes. This strategy reflects Clariant's ambition to create value with innovative chemistry and a sustainability focus, putting customers, employees, and the planet at the center of all activities.

At the core of Clariant's holistic approach to value creation lies a deep appreciation for people, characterized by a culture of dialogue and mutual respect, dedication to sustainable and innovative technologies, and unwavering commitment to transparency and integrity in all stakeholder relationships. This people-centric philosophy extends to customers, suppliers, shareholders, and public policy platforms, fostering collaborative partnerships that drive meaningful change across industries and communities worldwide.