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Optical brighteners, also known as fluorescent whitening agents (FWAs), are additives used to enhance the perceived whiteness and brightness of materials. They function by absorbing ultraviolet (UV) light and re‑emitting it as visible blue light, counteracting yellow or dull tones in finished products.

13.07.2026

Spezialchemikalien

Advanced Silane Solutions for Adhesion, Durability, and Surface Performance with Luna-sil

Advanced Silane Solutions Luna-sil

Delivering high-performance formulations in rubber, coatings, plastics, and adhesives requires versatile and reliable solutions. DKSH Performance Materials introduces Luna-sil, a comprehensive silane range designed to enhance adhesion, durability, and surface performance across multiple applications.

10.07.2026

Inhaltsstoffe für Lebensmittel und Getränke

Formulating for the 2026 Food and Beverage Landscape: Synergizing Premium Carbohydrates with Macro-Trend Evolution

Market Insights Glico Nutrition Co., Ltd •••

Consumer demand is reshaping the food and beverage industry, with growing interest in products that support physical, digestive, and mental wellness. Innova Market Insights’ 2026 trends highlight the importance of combining health benefits, functionality, and indulgent experiences, creating opportunities for brands that can source high-quality functional ingredients reliably.

10.07.2026

Podcast | The Hidden Complexity Behind Scaling Knowledge in Science-Driven Organisations – with Mavic AI

Mavic AI Podcast

In this episode of The Digital Chemical Playbook, Florian Brunet speaks with Jess Tang, Founder and CEO of Mavic AI, to unpack the reality behind one of the most overlooked challenges in complex industries: how knowledge breaks when organisations grow.

29.06.2026

Spezialchemikalien

Polyester Resin Alternatives: Maintaining Formulation Stability with VYLON® Copolyester Resins from TOYOBO

TOYOBO VYLON® •••

The polyester resin landscape is evolving, prompting coating and adhesive manufacturers to reassess their formulation strategies and supplier dependencies. DKSH Performance Materials, together with TOYOBO, is a key partner supporting customers with VYLON® high-molecular-weight copolyester solutions to address these evolving supply challenges.

26.06.2026

Pharmazeutische Inhaltsstoffe

The 2027–2033 Patent Cliff: Turning Post-Patent Opportunities into Pipeline Success

Generic Development loss of exclusivity (LOE)

Between 2027 and 2033, the pharmaceutical industry will face one of the largest waves of loss of exclusivity (LOE) events in its history. Industry analyses indicate that nearly 200 drugs are expected to lose patent protection by 2030.

09.06.2026

Pharmazeutische Inhaltsstoffe

Is Your API Supply Chain at Risk? Why A Second Supplier is Now a Must-Have

API sourcing Dual sourcing •••

With over 40 years of experience in global API sourcing, DKSH has built one of the industry’s most robust and actively managed supplier networks, covering both established and emerging API manufacturers.

25.05.2026

Spezialchemikalien

Precision Drying and VOC Flexibility for Coatings and Inks with Luna-nol

Coatings and Inks Luna-nol

DKSH Performance Materials introduces the Luna-nol range, a versatile portfolio of coalescents designed to give formulators greater control over drying behaviour and final coating performance.

22.05.2026

Spezialchemikalien

Engineered for Stronger Adhesion and Lasting Performance in Coatings: Discover Luna-vin

Luna‑vin® Vinyl Terpolymers •••

The Luna‑vin® range from DKSH Performance Materials is a series of vinyl terpolymers developed to support formulators facing adhesion and durability challenges across diverse coating applications.

19.05.2026

Pharmazeutische Inhaltsstoffe

DKSH Solutions for Mucosal Drug Delivery & Protection: Advanced Ingredients & Formulation Support for Pharma Applications

Mucosal drug delivery medEctoin®

Mucosal drug delivery is gaining increasing attention in pharmaceutical development due to its potential for local therapeutic action, rapid onset, and improved patient compliance. Across therapeutic areas such as ophthalmology, nasal allergy, respiratory care, and women’s health.

07.05.2026

Spezialchemikalien

From Protection to Performance: How Coatings Are Evolving in the Digital Age

The Digital Chemical Playbook Sustainability •••

What if coatings were no longer just about protection, but about performance, intelligence, and system-level impact? Catch the full episode on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, or click here to watch the full episode on YouTube.

29.04.2026

Inhaltsstoffe für Lebensmittel und Getränke

Fueling the Elite: Why Cluster Dextrin™ is the Future of Sports Nutrition

Cluster Dextrin™ energy source

Enter Cluster Dextrin™ (Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin)—the next generation of performance carbohydrates designed to keep you moving when traditional sugars fail. Produced by Glico Nutrition Co., Ltd., this isn’t just another maltodextrin; it’s a precision-engineered energy source for serious athletes.

28.04.2026

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