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Syensqo Acquires Ceramides Specialist Jinyoung Bio

Syensqo announced the acquisition of JinYoung Bio, a specialty cosmetic ingredients supplier based in South Korea. This investment expands Syensqo’s portfolio toward more natural and high-value specialty skin care solutions with functional and active ingredients.

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Clariant Completes Acquisition of Lucas Meyer Cosmetics

Clariant, a specialty chemical company, announced it has completed the acquisition of Lucas Meyer Cosmetics, a provider of high-value ingredients for the cosmetics and personal care industry, from IFF for an Enterprise Value (EV) of $810 million (€746 million). The purchase price will be subject to customary net debt and working capital adjustments.

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Clariant to Acquire Lucas Meyer Cosmetics

Clariant today announced that it has agreed to acquire Lucas Meyer Cosmetics, a provider of high-value ingredients for the cosmetics and personal care industry, from International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) for a total cash consideration of €765 million ($810 million).

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The State of the US Specialty Chemicals Industry
Reshaping Specialty Chemicals Manufacturing

The State of the US Specialty Chemicals Industry

SOCMA's Jenn Klein examines how specialty chemical manufacturers — the invisible backbone behind pharmaceuticals, electronics, agriculture, and energy — are navigating supply chain shifts, policy uncertainty, and constant change while remaining resilient, disciplined, and focused on execution.