Ecovyst (NYSE:ECVT) is a global specialty chemicals company that develops, manufactures and markets performance-enhancing products for industrial applications. The company’s core offerings include catalysts, phosphorus-based additives and barium carbonate materials, all designed to improve process efficiency, product quality and environmental performance. Ecovyst serves a diverse customer base in the energy, refining, chemical, polymer, food and consumer goods industries.
The company’s Catalysts segment supplies fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) and hydroprocessing catalysts that help petroleum refiners maximize fuel yield, reduce sulfur emissions and meet increasingly stringent environmental standards. These catalyst systems are formulated to deliver consistent activity, selectivity and mechanical strength under high-temperature, high-pressure operating conditions, supporting the production of cleaner transportation fuels and petrochemical feedstocks.
Within its Phosphates and Barium Carbonates segments, Ecovyst offers an array of specialty chemicals tailored to markets such as food and beverage, water treatment, pharmaceuticals, plastics, electronics and ceramics. Its phosphate-based products include stabilizers, antioxidants and processing aids, while barium carbonate applications range from glass-to-metal seals and electronic components to ceramics and color pigment production. These materials are backed by technical support and custom formulation services to address specific customer challenges.
Ecovyst operates manufacturing and research facilities across North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific, enabling close collaboration with customers and rapid development of application-driven solutions. The company’s global footprint and commitment to innovation underpin its ability to meet evolving industry demands for higher performance, sustainability and regulatory compliance.