Engelhard

Engelhard Corporation was a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Iselin, New Jersey, United States. It was a global provider of performance technologies and services used in a wide variety of industries including chemical, pharmaceutical, paper, packaging, energy, electronics, and automotive. Its products included catalysts, pigments, coatings, surface treatments, and specialty chemicals.

Engelhard's history dates back to 1902 with the founding of the Charles Engelhard Company. Throughout the 20th century, the company grew through acquisitions and internal development, expanding its product offerings and geographic reach.

Key areas of focus for Engelhard included environmental technologies, such as catalytic converters for automotive emissions control, and performance materials used in a range of industrial applications. The company was a major player in the precious metals industry, refining and fabricating platinum group metals, gold, and silver.

In 2006, Engelhard was acquired by BASF, a German multinational chemical company. Following the acquisition, the Engelhard name largely disappeared as BASF integrated its operations and brands. Some of Engelhard's former divisions and product lines continue to operate under the BASF umbrella. The company's legacy includes contributions to catalysis, materials science, and environmental protection.