Basel, Switzerland – August 14, 2025, AdvanSix Resins & Chemicals LLC and Arxada are pleased to announce that they have reached a comprehensive agreement resolving all outstanding patent litigation between the companies. The agreement, achieved through amicable discussions, resolves all pending patent disputes in all jurisdictions.
AdvanSix is the proprietor of EZ-BLOX® Anti-Skinning Agent. The key component of this product is 2-pentanone oxime (“2PO”), the use of which, as an additive in alkyd-based coating compositions, is the subject of EP 3 286 270. EP 270 has been validated in nearly two dozen countries within the European Patent Convention, including the United Kingdom, most of the EU, Switzerland, Norway and Turkey and remains in effect until April 2036. Troy will now source EZ-BLOX 2PO from AdvanSix, and make all downstream sales of patented anti-skinning compositions comprising 2PO co-branded with EZ-BLOX® and Troymax® Antiskin MP marks.
This resolution reflects both companies’ commitment to innovation and continued service to the chemical industry.
“We are pleased to have reached an agreement that not only resolves our differences but also opens the door to a productive commercial relationship,” said Paul Sanders, Vice President, Global Business Director at AdvanSix.
Sanjeev Rastogi, Chief Executive Officer at Arxada, added, “This agreement allows us to move forward with confidence and focus on delivering value to our customers through partnership with AdvanSix.”
The terms of the agreement are confidential.
AdvanSix
Janeen Lawlor
Vice President of Communications
janeen.lawlor@advansix.com
About Arxada
Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing, and process development help our customers safeguard nutrition, health, and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability. We offer a broad portfolio of ingredients and services for multiple end-markets, including Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Professional Hygiene, Paints & Coatings, and Wood Protection.
With customers in more than 100 countries, the company achieved sales of CHF 2 billion in 2024. Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, Arxada employs 3,200 associates across 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers, all committed to our customers’ success.
To learn more about Arxada visit our website arxada.com and Arxada on LinkedIn