LANXESS manufactures high-quality chemicals, synthetic rubber, and plastics. The Basic Chemicals portfolio offers a comprehensive range of industrial chemicals and aromatic compounds. The Performance Chemicals include material protection products, rubber chemicals, and specialty chemicals for the plastics, leather, coatings, and adhesives industries, with organic and inorganic pigments, plasticizers, biocides, and preservatives. The Engineering Plastics are comprised of semi-crystalline nylon, PBT thermoplastic polyester, and blends. Synthetic rubber products range from butyl to polybutadiene rubber. LANXESS also manufactures rubber chemicals and technical rubber products. LANXESS subsidiaries include Sybron ion exchange resins, Rhein Chemie additives for the rubber industry, and Saltigo specialty chemicals. LANXESS stands for excellence in chemistry and technology, with high-performance products, optimized processes, and intelligent, creative solutions to help its customers excel.