LANXESS

Publicly listed specialty chemicals company: intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. About 11,500 employees in 32 countries.

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Cologne, Germany HQ
11,500 employees
2004 founded

What is LANXESS?

LANXESS is a specialty chemicals company headquartered in Cologne, Germany. Its core business is developing, manufacturing and marketing chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products, including biocides and preservatives used in home and personal care, paints and coatings, water treatment and food and beverage applications. It reported sales of EUR 5.7 billion in 2025 and has about 11,500 employees in 32 countries. Founded in 2004, it is a public company.

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Most LANXESS roles are in manufacturing, research and corporate functions at its sites, so remote roles are uncommon. The ones it does post are typically customer-facing commercial roles covering a sales territory, open only to people already living in that territory, sometimes employed through a third-party provider. Check each posting's location and contract terms.

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Frequently asked questions

What does LANXESS do?
LANXESS develops, makes and sells specialty chemicals: chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products such as biocides and preservatives.
Does LANXESS hire remotely?
Rarely. Most roles are site-based. Its remote roles tend to be regional sales positions open only to residents of that region.

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