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Milliken Acquires German Chemicals Company Zebra-chem

Article-Milliken Acquires German Chemicals Company Zebra-chem

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Zebra-chem’s peroxide masterbatches facilitate integration of recycled content into new plastics.

Materials science specialist Milliken & Co. announced today that it has formally acquired Zebra-chem GmbH, a global chemicals company known for its peroxide and blowing agent masterbatches. With more brands and governments globally setting goals to increase their use of recycled materials, plastics manufacturers are faced with the challenges of using recycled plastics effectively, said Milliken in the announcement. Peroxide masterbatches make it possible to incorporate up to 100% recycled content into these new plastics.

“Milliken’s long-term focus on innovation and sustainability encourages us to consider how we contribute to some of today’s leading challenges, like how to effectively incorporate recycled plastics in manufacturing,” said President and CEO Halsey Cook. “I’m excited to welcome the exceptional talent within Zebra-chem as they join the passionate team at Milliken to move the needle on sustainable innovation.”

Headquartered in Bad Bentheim, Germany, Zebra-chem has developed a portfolio of chemical blowing agents and peroxide masterbatches for application in most thermoplastics and engineering plastics.

“Zebra-chem’s leading position in Europe allows Milliken to leverage its congruent innovation platforms, global presence, and commercial expertise to accelerate market solutions that improve and increase manufacturing with recycled plastics,” said Wim Van de Velde, Vice President, Europe, Middle East, and Africa, for Milliken’s Chemical Division. “Our combined skill sets will facilitate faster and more customized solutions that achieve our customers’ sustainability goals.”

Combining the strengths of Milliken and Zebra-chem opens up new potential to expand solutions that accelerate and improve plastic recycling. Customers will benefit from enhanced research and development capabilities, shared knowledge, and a broadened product portfolio from trusted, leading manufacturers, said Milliken.

As Zebra-chem integrates into Milliken, daily operations will continue without interruption, including relationships with existing suppliers and customers, added the company.

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