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    Emd Performance Materials Corp.

    Leading North American provider of high-tech materials for electronics, optics, and specialty applications, EMD Performance Materials Corp. is the U.S. arm of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

    Company Overview

    EMD Performance Materials Corp. is the North American high-tech materials division of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, specializing in advanced materials for electronics, optics, and specialty industries. The company offers a broad portfolio including optical thin-film deposition materials, high-purity chemicals, and specialty solutions for semiconductors, displays, and medical imaging. EMD Performance Materials serves as a critical supplier to technology-driven sectors across the U.S. and beyond.

    Key Metrics

    450

    Import Shipments

    6

    Distribution Centers

    1.2B

    Annual Revenue

    2001

    Founded

    Company Profile

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    Markets Served

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    Recent Developments

    EMD Performance Materials has recently focused on expanding its advanced materials portfolio for semiconductors, displays, and optical applications, aligning with rapid growth in electronics and photonics.

    Strategic Expansion

    Investment in new R&D and manufacturing facilities for semiconductor and OLED materials

    Market Expansion

    Strategic efforts to expand market presence and reach new customer segments.

    Technology Adoption

    Implementation of advanced technologies to improve service delivery and customer experience.

    Business Information

    EMD Performance Materials Corp. delivers innovative materials solutions for the electronics, semiconductor, optics, and specialty chemical industries. Its product lines include the Patinal® range for optical thin-film deposition and the Optipur® range for high-purity materials used in UV optics and medical imaging. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Merck KGaA, the company leverages global R&D and manufacturing capabilities to serve demanding applications in consumer electronics, lighting, coatings, and energy. EMD Performance Materials is recognized for its commitment to quality, technological leadership, and customer collaboration.

    Headquarters

    Branchburg, New Jersey, USA

    Founded

    2001

    Stock Symbol

    Private company