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Evonik Industries AG: Evonik acquires specialist in alternative preservation systems for cosmetic products from Hamburg, Germany - Seite 2

In doing so, we make an important contribution to optimizing our customers' development work."

Established in 1984, Dr. Straetmans was a pioneer of alternative preservative systems. The difference between these and conventional preservatives is, among others, that the functions they perform in the final product go beyond preservation, for example, by acting as an additional moisturizer. At the same time, it is becoming more and more important for cosmetics manufacturers to formulate their products sustainably. In doing so, customer demands as well as regulatory requirements must be taken into account.

The use of alternative preservative systems is complex, however. "The reason for this is that we're introducing larger amounts of surface active ingredients into the formulation. Our competencies in areas such as application and formulation allow us to maintain a stable emulsion," explains Jan Jänichen, the managing director of Dr. Straetmans. Wilfried Petersen, also managing director of Dr. Straetmans, adds: "In combination with Evonik's emulsifier expertise, we can provide our customers with even better support for developing formulations." In addition to its alternative preservative systems, Dr. Straetmans also offers selected conventional preservatives. The decades-long experience of both sides and the comprehensive product range mean that the companies can in future offer customers formulation concepts for sustainable use.




 

 

Company information

Evonik, the creative industrial group from Germany, is one of the world leaders

in specialty chemicals. Profitable growth and a sustained increase in the value of the company form the heart of Evonik's corporate strategy. Its activities focus on the key megatrends health, nutrition, resource efficiency and globalization. Evonik benefits specifically from its innovative prowess and integrated technology platforms.

Evonik is active in over 100 countries around the world with more than 35,000 employees. In fiscal 2016 the enterprise generated sales of around EUR12,7 billion and an operating profit (adjusted EBITDA) of about EUR2.165 billion.