Recent developments
Performance and delivery
AptarGroup reported Q4 and 2025 results, with Q4 sales up 14% but net income down 26%, and a new $600 million repurchase authorization. Beauty posted double-digit core sales growth on dispensing demand. In dispensing, NeoDropper Autoload introduces twist-activated dosing and hygiene improvements, with contamination levels four times lower than traditional droppers, and compatibility with glass recycling.
Sustainability and materials
On sustainability metrics, Symrise earned high CDP scores (A- climate and water; B forests) and outlined regenerative agriculture and renewable energy actions. Elkem’s MIRASIL N‑DML 15 won a SEAL award, pairing dimethiconol with a sunflower-based carrier for an ~80% natural origin index. Eastman and Kolmar will scale Esmeri technology for biodegradable cellulose ester micropowders. For packaging, INEOS introduced the Recycl-IN hybrid polymer grade rPP1025C with 70% PCR and FDA NOL.
Regional market moves
Fragrance and market access evolved: dsm-firmenich opened the Po ONE Lab in Riyadh, showcasing seven region-inspired fragrances and public exhibitions. Distribution reach grew as Brenntag expanded its Givaudan agreement to Malaysia and Singapore, adding formulation support at regional centers to meet demand for high-performance, sustainable actives.
Silicone cost pressures
Upstream costs tightened. WACKER will increase silicone prices by up to 25% from February 1, citing platinum catalyst costs that have more than doubled year over year. Adjustments may affect existing contracts and cover addition‑curing rubber, resins, silanes, and silicone-based release coatings.