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The Medicine Maker Roundtable Blog - Part 4
Hear from three experts on cross-coupling about how catalysis research is relevant towards the chemical industry.
Tool materials
Umicore provides high-quality cobalt, tungsten, and carbide powders, lab services, and sustainable cobalt recycling for hard metals and industrial applications.
Average blood lead levels drop further near Umicore site in Hoboken

Brussels, 3 June 2025 – The Provincial Institute of Hygiene (PIH) today announced the results of half-yearly measurements of lead in the blood of children living near Umicore's Hoboken site. The average blood lead level dropped to 2.05 micrograms per deciliter (µg/dl) this spring from 2.34 µg/dl in the fall of 2024.

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Potassium Carboxylate - VALIKAT K 1410 HR
Potassium Carboxylate - VALIKAT K 1509 HR
Overview of infrared
Overview of Infrared Infrared (IR) is the name given to the light spectrum incorporating wavelengths that are longer than the visible spectrum. Ultra-Violet (UV) is the name for wavelengths that are shorted than the visible spectrum. IR and UV light are both invisible to the naked eye. See Figure 1.
High Durability Anti Reflection 8µm-12µm
Bismuth Carboxylate - VALILUBE Bi 20
Zinc Octoate - VALIREX Zn 22.5
Media
Welcome to the Umicore Precious Metals Chemistry Media Hub, your gateway to the latest developments, insights, and innovations shaping our industry. Embark on a journey through our blog, press releases, and downloadable resources to uncover the transformative power of our chemistries in enhancing synthetic processes. Delve deep into our...
Ready Stock™ Catalog
Umicore Precious Metals Canada serves the North American precious metals industry with refining services and fabricated products since 1914.
Electromobility myth #4
Significant improvements are expected for: Limited drive range, lack of charging infrastructure and long charging times dampen enthusiasm for electric vehicle.