Functional Materials & Solutions

Segment Functional Materials & Solutions (Photo)

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.

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)