Key highlights
- LANXESS implemented immediate price increases for its Polymer Additives portfolio.
- Price hikes: up to 35% for flame retardants and specialty additives, and up to 50% for plasticizers.
- Increase driven by cumulative cost rises for energy, critical raw materials and logistics amid geopolitical tensions.
Price adjustment
LANXESS is increasing prices for its Polymer Additives portfolio with immediate effect.
Scope and figures
Increases are up to 35% for flame retardants and specialty additives, and up to 50% for plasticizers.
Reasons cited
The company attributed the move to cumulative cost rises—notably energy, critical raw materials and logistics—exacerbated by ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Supply rationale
LANXESS said the adjustment is necessary despite efforts to mitigate costs, aiming to preserve long‑term supply reliability and sustainability.
