- In January 2022, Huber Engineered Materials completed the acquisition of MAGNIFIN Magnesiaprodukte GmbH & Co KG (MAGNIFIN). The product range formerly managed by MAGNIFIN and represented by Martinswerk GmbH has now been fully integrated into Huber's Fire Retardant Additives (FRA) strategic business unit. This acquisition significantly strengthens Huber's global presence in the market, expanding its portfolio of halogen-free fire retardants, smoke suppressants, and specialty aluminum oxides
- In December 2021, Clariant began construction of a new flame retardant production facility at its Daya Bay site in Guangdong Province, China. This expansion is designed to boost production capacity and enhance Clariant’s ability to meet the rising regional demand for flame retardant solutions
- In November 2021, Italmatch Chemicals SpA launched “Liquid Masteret,” a new phosphorus-based flame retardant. The product features concentrated blends of stabilized and micro-encapsulated red phosphorus (RP), addressing the growing market demand for halogen-free fire protection solutions across various industries
