Clariant, a specialty chemical manufacturer, announced the launch of Ceridust 1310, an innovative wax solution designed to address the increasing supply chain complexities facing formulators who rely on carnauba wax for printing ink applications.
Addressing market volatility
While carnauba wax remains a valuable renewable resource, its supply chain faces multiple challenges including seasonal harvesting limitations, climate dependencies, and labor-intensive collection processes in northeastern Brazil. These factors, combined with growing global demand across various industries, create significant supply and price volatility for formulators.
“The printing ink industry needs reliable solutions that can ensure consistent production schedules,” explains Ray Gonzales, Clariant’s head of global marketing coatings and adhesives. “Ceridust 1310 offers formulators the stability they need, reducing their vulnerability to carnauba wax supply fluctuations while maintaining high-performance standards.”
Superior performance through controlled manufacturing
As part of Clariant’s aim to serve the coatings and ink industry, the company has extended its RBW-based portfolio to with the new Ceridust 1310. This micronized rice bran wax blend is manufactured through controlled industrial processes, ensuring consistent quality that helps formulators avoid the production adjustments often needed with naturally sourced waxes.
This bio-based wax delivers performance across a range of high-end applications, including premium packaging with premium matte finishes, glossy magazines, specialty labels, and water-based topcoats that demand superior scuff resistance and clarity.
Building on sustainable innovation
As sustainability becomes a key priority, Ceridust 1310 provides formulators with an alternative that meets shifting demands while maintaining production. This innovative product builds on Clariant’s expertise in developing solutions that support consumer health and environmental stewardship, following on from the success of innovations such as Licocare RBW Vita rice bran waxes and PFAS-free additives.
Meeting industry needs
“Formulators need options that can help them navigate supply chain uncertainties while maintaining product quality,” adds Gonzales. “Ceridust 1310 isn’t about replacing carnauba wax, it’s about giving our customers the flexibility they need to maintain consistent production despite market volatility.”
The growing complexity of global supply chains has highlighted the importance of having reliable alternatives to Carnauba-based materials. Ceridust 1310 represents Clariant’s response to these challenges, offering formulators a solution that helps stabilize their production planning while delivering the performance that customers expect.
