Functional Materials & Solutions In the Functional Materials & Solutions segment, we bundle system solutions, services and innovative products for specific sectors and customers, especially the automotive, electrical, chemical and construction industries, as well as applications for household, sports and leisure. Our portfolio comprises catalysts, battery materials, engineering plastics, polyurethane systems, automotive coatings, surface treatment solutions and concrete admixtures as well as construction systems like tile adhesives and decorative paints. (XLS:) Download Key data Functional Materials & Solutions (million €) 2017 2016 Change in % Sales 20,745 18,732 11 Thereof Catalysts 6,658 6,263 6 Construction Chemicals 2,412 2,332 3 Coatings 3,969 3,249 22 Performance Materials 7,706 6,888 12 EBITDA 2,251 2,906 (23) Income from operations (EBIT) 1,545 2,199 (30) EBIT before special items 1,617 1,946 (17) More in this chapter: Segment ProfileProducts and InvestmentsBusiness Review back next