From its Cologne headquarters, LANXESS develops, manufactures and markets specialty chemicals, including intermediates, additives and consumer-protection products. The global group operates in 32 countries with about 11,500 employees, while its Rhein Chemie business is particularly known for rubber additives used to turn raw rubber into high-performance tires, seals and drive belts. LANXESS also provides custom manufacturing through its Saltigo subsidiary, producing active ingredients and intermediates at facilities in Leverkusen and Dormagen.