2006 Press Releases

Here you will find recent Cognis press releases. Some of these are already available as PDF or RTF files for downloading.

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December 18, 2006 - Polymers, Coatings & Inks

Foamaster 350 – a “green” defoamer for high-performance coatings and adhesives
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December 4, 2006 - Process Chemicals
Cognis’ Process Chemicals business unit expands Jinshan production site
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November 20, 2006 - Corporate News
Cognis reports increased sales and earnings for first nine months of 2006
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November 13, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis at Health Ingredients Europe: Strong ingredient brands create added value 
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November 9, 2006 - Polymers, Coatings & Inks
Cognis at Chinacoat 2006: high-performance surface solutions with environmental benefits
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November 1, 2006 - Polymers, Coatings & Inks
ICE 2006: Cognis presents sustainable coating solutions for improved performance
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October 30, 2006 - Polymers, Coatings & Inks
FoamStar – a new polymer molecule for high-performance, sustainable coatings
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October 30, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis to launch Omevital™ omega-3 fatty acids at HiE 
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October 26, 2006 - Nutriton & Health
Webcast Poll: Functional Food Leaders Validate Need for Help in Avoiding Costly Roadblocks to Launching New Products
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October 26, 2006 - Nutriton & Health
Cognis Targets Cold, Flu Season with Arsenal of Immunity-Enhancing Ingredients Backed by Science
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October 26, 2006 - Nutriton & Health
Recent Tonalin® CLA Study Focus of New Consumer PR Campaign: Supplements Help Avoid ‘Weight Creep’ from Turkey and Sugar Plums
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October 26, 2006 - Nutriton & Health
Cognis Launches 3 Natural, Non-GMO Health Ingredients at SupplySide West
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October 26, 2006 - Care Chemicals
Cognis at the 2006 CHI: Value-added ideas for enhanced well-being 
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October 20, 2006 - Care Chemicals
Dermican™ LS 9745 – an expert peptide for high tech anti-aging solutions 
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October 18, 2006 - Nutriton & Health
Lamequick CE 7203 – deliciously creamy textures with non-hydrogenated fats
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October 16, 2006 - Care Chemicals
Cognis at the 2006 SEPAWA: holistic product concepts for the wellness market 
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October 12, 2006 - Care Chemicals
Cognis at the 6th World Conference on Detergents: “Feelosophy” – a new approach to holistic product experiences 
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October 3, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis at the CPhI show: high-purity products and state-of-the-art manufacturing processes for the pharmaceutical industry
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October 3 , 2006 - Polymer, Coatings & Inks
Cognis at Eurocoat 2006: Improving performance, enhancing sustainability
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September 6, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis at the 2006 CPhI show: High-purity excipients for the pharmaceutical industry
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August 31, 2006 - Synlubes Technology
Cognis introduces new generation transmission lubricant
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August 30 , 2006 - Polymers, Coatings & Inks
Cognis at Eurocoat 2006: focusing on performance chemicals working in harmony with nature
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August 28, 2006 - Care Chemicals
Cognis at the 2006 SEPAWA congress – tailored solutions for the wellness trend 
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August 24, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Lametop S 80 – a new high-performance emulsifier for bakery applications
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August 21, 2006 - Corporate News
Cognis half-year results: Strong growth in sales and earnings - Review process completed: Shareholders continue investment
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August 15, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis and WILD offer free, live Webcast
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August 15, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
New Study suggests that Tonalin CLA May Serve Critical Role in Preventing Weight and Fat Gain
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July 24, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Spongolit 530 – a new universally applicable aerating agent for best performance
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July 13, 2006 - Corporate News / Nutrition & Health
Cognis receives GMP compliance for pharmaceutical excipients
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July 10 , 2006 - Polymers, Coatings & Inks
Cognis consolidates European manufacture of its rheology additive DSX range in Spain
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July 7, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis Introduces New Additions to Vegapure® Natural Plant Sterols and Sterol Esters – Now GRAS for More Foods and Beverages
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July 7, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis Bolsters Position in Food and Beverage Industry Following Major Announcements
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July 7, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis and WILD Flavors, Inc. Announce Agreement to Combine Health Ingredients with Flavor Systems for Broad Spectrum of Foods and Beverages
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June 23, 2006 - AgroSolutions
Cognis AgroSolutions receives Syngenta Purchasing Award 2006
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June 21, 2006 - Synlubes Technology
Cognis announces global launch of Breox and Emgard high-performance air compressor lubricants range
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June 20, 2006 - Corporate News / Functional Products
Cognis’ environmentally friendly surfactant systems win environmental award
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May 30, 2006 - Corporate News
Cognis sales and earnings increase significantly in first quarter of 2006
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May 22, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis to start global cooperation with WILD
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May 15, 2006 - Care Chemicals
Oxygen Complex LS 9641 – restoring skin’s youthful vitality 
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May 15, 2006 - Synlubes Technology
Cognis Synlubes Technology wins awards for marketing communications
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May 12, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis acquires Norwegian manufacturer of high-quality omega-3 fish oils
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May 11, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis to Showcase Healthy Yet Delicious Treats at IFT.
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May 10, 2006 - Corporate News
Cognis and Thai Oleochemicals agree fatty alcohols joint venture
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May 9, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
News from Vitafoods
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May 9, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis’ Tonalin® CLA success drives market growth
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May 9, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis pioneers Vegapure® plant sterols for food supplements in Europe
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May 9, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis has notified its Vegapure® plant sterols and sterol esters for rye bread in Europe
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May 2, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Lamequick BF 7318: a new whipping agent based on butter fat for a creamier sensation in the mouth
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April 27, 2006 - Corporate News
Cognis Poland gains ISO 9001 certification
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April 26, 2006 - Functional Products
Cognis at RadTech US 2006: high-performance customized solutions for the coatings industry
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April 26, 2006 - Corporate News
Cognis announces plans for new boiler construction at its Cincinnati Plant
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April 24, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis reagent achieves kosher certification
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April 20, 2006 - AgroSolutions
New manufacturing facility for environmentally friendly solvents in Zona Franca
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April 12, 2006 - Synlubes Technology
Cognis opens new polyol ester plant in China
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April 10, 2006 - Care Chemicals
Litchiderm LS 9704 – a fruity skincare active ingredient for a holistic wellness experience 
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April 10, 2006 - Care Chemicals
LS at In-Cosmetics 2006: innovative solutions for a holistic product experience 
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April 5, 2006 - Corporate News
Cognis reports an increase in sales for 2005 
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April 4, 2006 - Corporate News
Cognis and its shareholders start review of strategic options 
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March 23, 2006 - Care Chemicals
Cognis acquires polymer specialist to complete full-range portfolio in care specialties 
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March 20, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis Nutrition and Health Receives Frost & Sullivan Product Differentiation Innovation of the Year Award in the U.S. Vitamin E Markets.
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March 13, 2006 - Care Chemicals
Cognis Care Chemicals: a new approach for a holistic product experience themed "Feelosophy" 
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March 13, 2006 - Care Chemicals
Cognis at the PCIA 2006: innovations for cosmetic products of tomorrow 
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March 13, 2006 - Care Chemicals
Laboratoires Sérobiologiques – 60 years of innovation in cosmetics and wellness-oriented products 
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March 13, 2006 - Care Chemicals
Vit-A-Like - a botanical alternative to Retinol 
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March 13, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
From Europe to the United States, consumers, researchers and leading heath authorities are continuing to recognize Tonalin® CLA with a growing list of accolades for its science-based approach to reducing body fat and preserving muscle mass.
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March 1, 2006 - Corporate News
International recognition for Cognis' marketing communications
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February 20, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Cognis’ New Heart Choice™ Website Educates Consumers on Cholesterol-Lowering Benefits of Natural Plant Sterols
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February 20, 2006 - Corporate News
Cognis and Golden Hope: expansion of oleochemicals joint venture completed 
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February 10, 2006 - Corporate News
Cognis Innovation Award 2005 won by market-led innovations 
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February 10, 2006 - Care Chemicals
Cognis Innovation Award for anti-pollution purifying active ingredients for skin and hair 
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February 10, 2006 - Functional Products
Cognis Innovation Award for improved "green" solvent production processes 
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January 30, 2006 - Nutrition & Health
Tonalin® CLA Study Among ‘Most Noteworthy’ in ODS Annual Bibliography of Significant Advances in Dietary Supplement Research
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