BYK – Additive Experts
BYK is a key division of the ALTANA Group and one of the world’s leading suppliers of additives and instruments for coatings, plastics, inks, adhesives and sealants. Headquartered in Germany, BYK operates globally with more than 2 500 employees and maintains technical and manufacturing sites in Europe, the US and China. Its products improve rheology, dispersion, surface finish and durability, while its measurement instruments ensure precise quality control. BYK’s innovations address industry trends towards PFAS‑free and low‑VOC formulations.
- Company Snapshot: BYK supplies additives and measuring instruments for coatings, plastics, inks, adhesives and sealants and operates globally within the ALTANA Group.
- Key Products Available Through Target: Wetting agents, dispersants, rheology modifiers, defoamers, adhesion promoters, UV stabilisers and instruments for measuring viscosity, surface tension and gloss.
- Primary Applications: Architectural and industrial coatings, plastics compounding, composite manufacturing, printing inks, adhesives and sealants.
- Differentiators / Why It Matters: BYK additives improve processing, surface quality and mechanical strength. Target maintains local inventory and provides technical service to help customers adapt formulations quickly.
- Sustainability / Innovation Highlights: EcoVadis‑rated sustainability programme; PFAS‑free and low‑VOC additives support compliance with environmental regulations.
- Value Proposition for Customers: Target enables higher‑quality coatings and plastics with fewer defects and lower waste, backed by rapid local support and sustainable additive options.
