Umicore’s expertise in high-quality metal carboxylates brings unmatched value to the rubbers and elastomers industry. Our extensive range includes homogeneous hydrogenation catalyst precursors, polymerization catalysts and vulcanizing agents, each designed to meet specific performance demands.

Our two flagship product lines, VALIKAT and VALIREX, provide versatile solutions to optimize rubber properties. VALIKAT neodymium and cobalt products are ideal for polymerization applications, supporting high cis-content polybutadiene production. This property is crucial for applications like green tires, where reduced rolling resistance improves fuel efficiency and reduces environmental impact. Meanwhile, VALIREX products, including cobalt, nickel, and zinc carboxylates, enhance rubber durability, elasticity and heat resistance in a range of demanding applications.

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