Grade
C
ChemScore report card 2022
Lanxess
Lanxess is a German specialty chemicals company that was founded in 2004 through the spin-off of the chemicals division and parts of the polymers business from Bayer AG. The company produces, among other things, disinfectants, colorant additives, biocidal ingredients for microbial control and rubber chemicals for tires. In 2016, Lanxess began to focus on the market for additives for lubricants and fire retardants by acquiring Chemtura and placing its rubber business into a joint venture with Aramco.

Total score
19 / 48
Grade summary
Lanxess has made a significant improvement in this year’s ChemScore. It scores seven points more than last year and moves from 27th to 9th position in the ranking. This strong score leap – surpassed…
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