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Enhancing Candle Quality with VYBAR Polymers Additives

Candles come in many shapes and sizes; and for as many shapes and sizes as there are, a diverse range of materials go into the candle-making process. Whether we’re discussing recreational candlemakers or industrial candle companies, the process of making candles often boils down to chemistry over craftsmanship.

This starts simply enough. The base of all candles is wax. While luxury, organic waxes exist—palm wax, soy wax and beeswax, for instance—most candles today use paraffin wax. There are a few reasons for this. First and foremost, paraffin wax is the cheapest material on the market. More importantly, the chemical properties of paraffin waxes are incredibly well-suited for candles. They boast good strength, provide consistent burn times, and boast a good compatibility with a wide range of fragrance types.

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They may not burn as cleanly as other materials (you’ll notice black soot after burning), but their general characteristics have largely cemented themselves as the default for most candle makers. However, paraffin wax is just the start of this discussion.

What Are VYBAR Polymers?

VYBAR polymers are a tried and tested candle additive manufactured in the same location since its original inception, and currently produced by NuCera Solutions.��

Paraffin wax is rarely used by itself in professional applications. Most candles mix in a VYBAR polymer candle additive: one of several types of VYBAR polymers depending on the type of candle. Generally speaking, VYBAR polymers are a type of organic polymer that builds off the good characteristics of paraffin, with a range of benefits that are nothing short of incredible.

When added to a candle, VYBAR increases:

• Opacity
• Fragrance Loads
• Consistency in batches
• Plasticity/Malleability
• Hardness
• Dye Dispersion
  
• Surface gloss

VYBAR improves on the material properties of candle wax across the board. Increased strength enables paraffin candles to stand tall, even while burning—making essential for column candles. The added opacity and dye dispersion greatly improves a candle’s appearance. When this is coupled with the improved fragrance load, candles look and smell better; and this improvement isn’t subtle.

reduces a phenomenon called mottling in the candle. Mottling refers to the splotchy patterns (the snowflakes) that appear when wax hardens.

If you’re looking for a consistent, uniform candle surface, VYBAR polymers are a necessity. In addition to��, VYBAR also:

• Reduces cracking
• Reduces the time to cool
• Reduces raw material costs
• Eliminates oil bleed
• Eliminates surface bubbling

With all these traits in mind, VYBAR polymers are truly the secret ingredient for creating incredible, professional candles.��

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How to Choose the Right VYBAR Polymer

In our “benefits” list, we referenced both improved plasticity and improved hardness. How is that possible? Up to this point, we’ve been using “VYBAR” as a catch-all term. There’s more than one type of VYBAR polymer on the market. VYBAR is branded numerically. We’ve broken it down into the following table for clarity:

Innovative VYBAR polymers provide solutions to your paraffin candle problems, improve candle performance, and deliver value that you will recognize. VYBAR polymers are hyper-branched polyalphaolefins recognized worldwide for their ability to improve the total performance and value of candles based on paraffin waxes.

If you’re interested in learning more about VYBAR polymers for candles, reach out! Our team is more than happy to discuss the unique needs of your application. After all, when it comes to VYBAR polymers, there’s no one better to trust than the original inventors!

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Understanding the Real Benefits of Biopolymers in Skincare Products

The science behind skin care is as deep and robust as the cosmetics themselves. Cosmetic chemistry utilizes cutting-edge science to continuously push for improved performance and sensory experiences in both color cosmetics and skin care products. One of these developments merges the natural properties of bio-based raw materials (plant-based materials, for instance) with the high-performance characteristics of synthetic polymers. To best exemplify how plant-based polymers are utilized in the cosmetics industry, we will look at our PERFORMA V biopolymers and disclose testing results that showcase their unique characteristics.

PERFORMA V-55 and PERFORMA V-150 biopolymers combine sustainable plant-based raw materials like Soybean oil (Glycine Soja) with high-performance safe-synthetic waxes. ��This blog will look at the advantages of using these additives and discuss a few applications that directly benefit from these biopolymers.

What is a Biopolymer?

Biopolymers are defined as materials for which at least a portion of the polymer consists of material produced by or derived from renewable raw materials. Typically, these products are classified into two types, naturally occurring biopolymers derived from living organisms/plants (like, cellulose) and synthetic biopolymers that are produced from renewable resources but require polymerization (like, PLA- polylactic acid). NuCera’s PERFORMA V-55 and V-150 are plant-based synthetic biopolymers. ��

These particular biopolymers are the first products of their kind to combine the skin-conditioning and moisturization benefits of Glycine Soja with the nontacky, film-forming properties of synthetic wax.��They provide a non-greasy, smooth skin-feel when compared with traditional petroleum-based products. ��As a result, PERFORMA V-55 and V-150 biopolymers are compatible with natural and synthetic cosmetic formulas and help to bring the performance of both systems together. ��

How NuCera’s Solutions Biopolymers are Different

Plant-based oils are a rich source of essential omega-6 fatty acids which are known to protect and nourish the skin. By combining the sustainable plant-based properties with synthetic wax, we created a new and novel biopolymer that resulted in a new line of products with physical properties ranging from liquids to low melting solids.

Depending on the exact grade, this biopolymer may contain 50% to 100% biobased content with variable levels of polarity. By using up to 100% biobased content, these biopolymers are predominantly comprised of easily renewable materials. This creates a sustainable, green solution that competes head-to-head with traditional compounds. The benefits go beyond this. Biopolymers come with the following advantages:

• Increased Sustainability
• Nontoxic Formula
• Innate Skin Conditioning Properties
• Light and Non-Greasy Aesthetic
• Biodegradable Solution
• Petroleum-free Compound

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Biopolymer Uses and Applications

PERFORMAV biopolymers can be used in applications from lipsticks to hair serums. In anhydrous systems, they provide gloss even in very matte bases and help to prevent oil bleed in stick applications.�� In hair serum formulations, shine and smoothness are easily achieved on all hair types.

Additionally, PERFORMAV biopolymers provide non-tacky, smoothness, softness, and moisturizing to the skin. With the blending of PERFORMA V biopolymer can replace petrolatum in lip care formulations.

Biopolymers like PERFORMAV may be the right choice for your application. If you’d like to learn more, please contact us, and our representatives would be happy to answer any inquiries or questions.

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September 6, 2022, Westwood, MA – ���ϳԹ��� (NYSE American: CCF), a leading global manufacturer of protective materials for high-reliability applications across diverse market sectors, completed on September 1, 2022 the previously announced acquisition of NuCera Solutions, (“NuCera” or the “Company”) from SK Capital (a private equity firm headquartered in New York) for $250 million, pending any working capital adjustments and excluding acquisition-related costs.��

The purchase was funded by utilizing Chase’s existing revolving credit facility and available cash on hand. Chase expects this acquisition to be accretive to earnings within the first year of ownership, with meaningful long-term synergy opportunities. Chase will be modestly levered (~1.2x pro-forma net leverage) post acquisition and maintains ongoing financial flexibility.��

Adam P. Chase, President and Chief Executive Officer of ���ϳԹ���, commented, “We are pleased to have completed this important strategic acquisition. The acquisition of NuCera is transformational in advancing Chase’s strategic growth priorities. NuCera’s culture and technology-driven growth oriented mindset closely align with those of Chase, and we are excited to welcome the NuCera team to ���ϳԹ���.”��

Steven McKeown, Chief Executive Officer of NuCera, commented, “The Nucera team is excited to become an important part of ���ϳԹ���. We are confident that our track-record of growth and innovation will be enhanced under Chase and we thank SK Capital for their support in helping us reach this new phase of our business. On behalf of everyone at NuCera, we look forward to beginning our journey with the Chase team.”��

NuCera will expand Chase’s global reach into new, blue-chip customers and attractive high-growth end markets such as personal care, polymer additives, coatings, diversified consumer products and masterbatches. Chase will continue to market under NuCera brands and the business will be integrated into Chase’s Adhesives, Sealants and Additives reporting unit. Chase expects the integration process to run efficiently given its history of successfully integrating acquisitions. Throughout this process, Chase remains committed to ensuring its customers and NuCera’s customers continue to receive excellent products and services.��

About NuCera Solutions��

With an 85-year history of innovative chemistry, NuCera is a global leader in the development and manufacture of highly differentiated specialty polymers for markets that require high quality and performance: Adhesives, Coatings, Imaging, Masterbatches, Personal Care, Plastics and other consumer applications. NuCera supplies performance chemistry to global markets from its highly flexible manufacturing facilities in Barnsdall, OK which are supported by R&D and applications laboratories as well as pilot plant facilities. Nucera employs approximately 130 people globally. For more information, please visit /nucerasolutions��

About ���ϳԹ�����

���ϳԹ���, a global specialty chemicals company founded in 1946, is a leading manufacturer of protective materials for high-reliability applications throughout the world. More information can be found on our website /��

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures��

The Company uses non-GAAP financial measures in our press releases. Adjusted net income, Adjusted diluted EPS, EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Free cash flow are non-GAAP financial measures. The Company believes that Adjusted net income, Adjusted diluted EPS, EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Free cash flow are useful performance measures as they are used by its executive management team to measure operating performance, to allocate resources to enhance the financial performance of its business, to evaluate the effectiveness of its business strategies and to communicate with its board of directors and investors concerning its financial performance. The Company believes Adjusted net income, Adjusted diluted EPS, EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Free cash flow are commonly used by financial analysts and others in the industries in which the Company operates, and thus provide useful information to investors. However, Chase’s calculation of Adjusted net income, Adjusted diluted EPS, EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Free cash flow may not be comparable to similarly titled measures published by others. Non-GAAP financial measures should be considered in addition to, and not as an alternative to, the Company’s reported results prepared in accordance with GAAP.��

Cautionary Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements��

Certain statements in our press releases are forward-looking. These may be identified by the use of forward-looking words or phrases including, but not limited to, “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “should,” “planned,” “estimated” and “potential.” These forward-looking statements are based on ���ϳԹ���’s current expectations and include statements relating to the expected timing of the acquisition described in this press release, the expected benefits of the transaction, including future financial and operating results, cost savings, enhanced revenues and accretion to reported earnings that may be realized from the transaction. The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a “safe harbor” for such forward-looking statements. To comply with the terms of the safe harbor, the Company cautions investors that any forward-looking statements made by the Company are not guarantees of future performance and that a variety of factors could cause the Company’s actual results and experience to differ materially from the anticipated results or other expectations expressed in the Company’s forward-looking statements. The risks and uncertainties which may affect the operations, performance, development and results of the Company’s business include, but are not limited to, the following: uncertainties relating to the timing of the acquisition and receipt of required regulatory approvals; the risk that the businesses involved in the acquisition will not be integrated successfully or that such integration may be more difficult, time-consuming or costly than expected; the risk that expected revenue synergies and cost savings from the transaction may not be fully realized or realized within the expected time frame; the risk that revenues following the acquisition may be lower than expected; uncertainties relating to operating costs, potential customer loss and business disruption following the transaction, including, without limitation, the risk that difficulties in maintaining relationships with employees, may be greater than expected; uncertainties relating to economic conditions including inflation; uncertainties relating to customer plans and commitments; the pricing and availability of equipment, materials and inventories; technological developments; performance issues with suppliers and subcontractors; economic growth; delays in testing of new products; the effectiveness of cost-reduction plans; rapid technology changes; the highly competitive environment in which the Company operates; as well as expected impact of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic on the Company’s businesses. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date the statement was made. The Company does not assume any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement made in this release or that may from time to time be made by or on behalf of the Company. Additional information regarding the factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements is available in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the risks and uncertainties identified in Part I, Item 1A – Risk Factors of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended August 31, 2021.��

Investor & Media Contact:��

Michael Cummings or Jackie Marcus
Alpha IR Group
Phone: (617) 982-0475
E-mail: CCF@alpha-ir.com��

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Shareholder & Investor Relations Department
Phone: (781) 332-0700
E-mail: investorrelations@chasecorp.com
Website: www.chasecorp.com��

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Formed through the carve-out of Baker Hughes’ specialty polymer business, NuCera is a recognized leader in the production and development of high-end polymer technologies and polymerization methods serving demanding applications. NuCera differentiates itself with a broad portfolio of approximately 120 functional polyethylene and specialty polymers that serve as mission critical performance additives to customers worldwide. The Company operates globally with headquarters in Houston, Texas, a primary production facility in Barnsdall, Oklahoma, and international sales offices in France and Singapore.��

“It has been a pleasure to support the development and growth of NuCera,” said Mario Toukan, Managing Director of SK Capital. “SK invested heavily in NuCera’s people, capabilities and facilities, establishing a leading platform of technology-oriented, specialty polymers. We believe NuCera is well-positioned to continue its growth under ���ϳԹ���’s ownership and we wish them continued success.”��

Steven McKeown, Chief Executive Officer of NuCera, commented, “After a notable period of growth, we are very excited to join the Chase family which offers a strong cultural and strategic alignment to our business. Our portfolio of innovative, high-performance products is well aligned with Chase’s core philosophy of making a material difference. On behalf of everyone at NuCera, we greatly look forward to beginning our journey with the Chase team.”��

“The acquisition of NuCera is transformational in advancing Chase’s strategic growth priorities. The Company’s competitive positioning, North American manufacturing footprint and captive synthesis capabilities will allow us to gain additional scale and know-how to broaden our offerings across multiple new end markets, while maintaining both a strong balance sheet and financial flexibility. NuCera’s growth trajectory and internal culture closely align with those of Chase and we are excited to welcome NuCera and their highly differentiated products to ���ϳԹ��� and its customers,” said Adam Chase, President & Chief Executive Officer of ���ϳԹ���.��

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. Lincoln International acted as sell side advisor and Goodwin Procter LLP as legal counsel to SK Capital and NuCera. Moelis acted as buy side advisor and Nelson Mullins acted as legal counsel to ���ϳԹ���.��

About NuCera Solutions��

With an 85-year history of innovative chemistry, NuCera is a global leader and pioneer in the development and manufacture of highly differentiated specialty polymers and polymerization technologies for markets that require high quality and performance: Adhesives, Candles, Coatings, Imaging, Masterbatches, Personal Care and Plastics. NuCera supplies performance chemistry to global markets from its highly flexible manufacturing facilities in Barnsdall, OK, which are supported by R&D and applications laboratories as well as pilot plant facilities. For more information, please visit www.nucerasolutions.com.��

About ���ϳԹ�����

���ϳԹ���, a global specialty chemicals company that was founded in 1946, is a leading manufacturer of protective materials for high-reliability applications throughout the world. More information can be found on our website /.��

About SK Capital��

SK Capital is a private investment firm with a disciplined focus on the specialty materials, chemicals and pharmaceuticals sectors. The firm seeks to build strong and growing businesses that create substantial long-term��economic value. SK utilizes its industry, operating and investment experience to identify opportunities to transform businesses into higher performing organizations with improved strategic positioning, growth and profitability as well as lower operating risk. SK Capital’s portfolio of businesses generates revenues of approximately $15 billion annually, employs more than 20,000 people globally, and operates 191 plants in 32 countries. The firm currently has approximately $6.6 billion of assets under management. For more information, please visit

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