Evonik Industries AG (EVK)

Overview

Evonik Industries AG is a global leader in the production of specialty chemicals, serving a diverse range of markets including Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Central and South America, and North America. The company structurally organizes its vast product offerings into five key segments: Specialty Additives, Nutrition & Care, Smart Materials, Performance Materials, and Technology & Infrastructure. Each segment caters to specific industry needs, ranging from construction and automotive to nutrition, healthcare, and beyond. Evonik's innovative approach is underpinned by a rich history that dates back to 1873, with its headquarters in Essen, Germany. As a subsidiary of RAG-Stiftung, Evonik stands out for its commitment to sustainability, technology-driven solutions, and integrated services that support and advance chemical production worldwide.

Products and Services

• Specialty Additives

  This segment provides crucial components for a variety of applications, including polyurethane coatings, paints, and adhesives. Key products include matting agents for paints and coatings, fumed silicas for paints and printing inks, isophorone and epoxy curing agents for coatings and composites, and additives for improving oil lubricants in construction machinery and the automotive sector.

• Nutrition & Care

  Evonik caters to the animal nutrition industry with essential amino acids such as D-/L-methionine and lysine. In the healthcare sector, it produces pharmaceutical active ingredients, biocompatible and bioresorbable materials for orthopedic applications, and also offers system solutions for the cosmetics and detergent industries.

• Smart Materials

  Under this segment, Evonik delivers inorganic materials such as fumed and precipitated silicas and silanes, peroxides for the paper and textile industries, specialty catalysts, polymers like polymide 12, and various alkoxide-based products. These smart materials are designed for high-efficiency and sustainability in industrial applications.

• Performance Materials

  This segment's offerings include C4 derivatives like butadiene and MTBE, superabsorbents for hygiene products, and other key chemicals for the automotive industry. The focus here is on enhancing performance and efficiency in consumer goods and industrial processes.

• Technology & Infrastructure

  Providing vital support services, Evonik helps optimize energy management, maintenance, process safety, and overall operational excellence in chemical production. This includes digital solutions, integrated plant support, logistics, and strategic site development services tailored to the intricate needs of the chemical industry.