As a global specialty chemicals company, Budenheim maintains a leading position in the market for halogen-free flame retardants.


FR CROS® specialties, acting as charring initiators in intumescent coatings, combine multiple functional components and are designed for a wide range of applications. Whether applied to steel, wood, textiles, or composites, FR CROS® intumescent ingredients offer innovative, non-toxic, and environmentally friendly fire protection under various climate conditions, while complying with international safety regulations. Primarily based on both uncoated and coated grades of ammonium polyphosphates (APP), FR CROS® charring catalysts play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of performance and stability in finished flame-retardant coatings.


With a long-standing tradition, Budenheim is committed to delivering top levels of safety and quality. Its two production sites ─ located in Spain and China ─ enable close proximity to customers, ensuring superior delivery flexibility and supply security. A dedicated technical team of passionate experts from the coatings industry supports customers in product development.