Divisions
The success story of ALTANA is significantly characterized by our four divisions BYK, ECKART, ELANTAS and ACTEGA.
BYK - Innovation, service, and customer orientation
The globally successful BYK division ecompasses the additives made by BYK-Chemie and the instruments business of BYK-Gardner.
ECKART - Brilliant, innovative solutions with metallic and pearlescent effect pigments
ECKART is a global leader of metallic and pearlescent pigments for the paints and coatings industry, the graphic arts, plastics, aerated concrete and cosmetics industries.
ELANTAS – Focus on Insulation and Protection
ELANTAS is a leading manufacturer of insulating and protective materials with focus on the global electrical and electronics industry. Our products are found in a wide range of end uses in the market segments automotive and power generation & distribution as well as industrial and consumer applications.
ACTEGA - Focus on packaging
ACTEGA develops and produces specialty coatings, inks, adhesives and sealing compounds with a focus on the packaging and printing industry.
Solutions / Applications
ALTANA products can be found in many products and applications. Many of our solutions are highly specialized for very specific applications; it is only through their use that certain everyday products acquire their distinct sheen.