Heubach (Sudarshan) – Pigments & Color Solutions
Heubach, with roots dating back to 1806, is a global leader in organic, inorganic, anticorrosive and effect pigments. After acquiring Clariant’s pigments business in 2022, Heubach became one of the world’s broadest pigment suppliers. In 2025, Sudarshan Chemical Industries acquired Heubach, creating a combined pigments platform with global manufacturing, a wide color space and strong application know-how.
- Company Snapshot: Global pigment manufacturer with heritage brands from Heubach and Clariant Pigments, now integrated into Sudarshan to form one of the industry’s most comprehensive pigment portfolios.
- Key Products Available Through Target: Organic and inorganic pigments, anticorrosive pigments, pearlescent and metallic effect pigments, dispersions and tailored pigment preparations.
- Primary Applications: Automotive and industrial coatings, architectural paints, plastics compounding and masterbatch, packaging and printing inks, cosmetics and specialty applications requiring weathering, chemical and heat resistance.
- Differentiators / Why It Matters: Broad pigment technology base, from high-performance coatings to cosmetics; reinforced by Sudarshan’s scale, R&D, and market presence. Reliable supply and extensive shade coverage support compliance and innovation.
- Sustainability / Innovation Highlights: Commitment to low-VOC, APEO-free and heavy-metal-free solutions; EcoVadis-rated sustainability program; pigments designed for extended coating lifecycles reduce environmental impact by cutting repaints.
- Local Support: Target provides fast color-matching services, dispersion guidance and local inventory for rapid supply and reformulation.
- Value Proposition for Customers: A wide pigment portfolio ensuring durable, brilliant and compliant colors across industries, with local technical support that reduces risk and accelerates product launches.
