Inline & offline digital printing primers certified for use with HP Indigo presses.
Water-based overprint coatings increase durability and enhance the look & feel of inkjet-printed materials.
High-performance primers for inkjet that improve print quality & ink adhesion on film & paper.
Advanced materials designed to enhance the performance and processing of agricultural products.
Recyclable water-based coatings that confer high barrier to paper-based packaging and wraps.
Enhancing composite performance through optimized fiber-polymer interface adhesion
Water-based sizing solutions designed to optimize interfacial adhesion in composites using carbon fiber.
2030 Goals
Michelman is committed to sustaining our planet by continually reducing our footprint and bringing planet-positive solutions to the marketplace.
Sustainable Packaging
Future proofing, problem solving, and above all, collaborating. Our people, our planet, shaping the circular economy of tomorrow.
Thinking Ahead
Michelman’s water-based coatings enable recyclable, repulpable paper cups for hot beverages across global markets.
News (Thursday, 6 November 2025)
Michem® Coat 9250 enables recyclable paper cups with improved creamer resistance and strong fiber tear on high-speed lines.
News (Tuesday, 4 November 2025)
Michelman was featured by Texpertise Network for sustainable innovation in the textile industry with our PFAS-free Unyte® coatings.
News (Friday, 31 October 2025)
We thank John for his leadership, insight, and lasting contributions during his nine years of service on our Board of Directors.
Our corporate values are a testimony of our highest priorities as individuals and as a company.
Our Board Members provide expert guidance to enable global success.
Michelman's thought leadership around sustainability and the circular economy.
A Legacy of Innovation
Collaborating with like-minded partners to move industries forward.
Supporting our local communities.
Whether you are a customer or supplier, Michelman Values are at the core of our business relations.
Michelman is a global company with offices in the Americas, Asia and Europe.
Located all over the world, Michelman distribution partners have the expertise to help you win.
News (Tuesday, 14 September 2021)
Our BPI-certified compostable coatings provide oil, grease, and water resistance in fiber-based food packaging.
News (Wednesday, 18 August 2021)
Based on the latest CDC updates, Michelman's Americas region now requires all onsite visitors and delivery personnel to be fully vaccinated …
News (Tuesday, 10 August 2021)
Michelman recognized for workplace culture by United Way of Greater Cincinnati, Great Place to Work in Luxembourg, and SkillsFuture SG in Singapore.
News (Wednesday, 4 August 2021)
Mr. Pasha Solel joins our Flexible Packaging business segment & Mr. Gianluigi Rankin is named to the Digital Print for Packaging US Advisory Board.
News (Tuesday, 20 July 2021)
Michelman hires Mr. Jon Hunter as Director, Global EH&S, and Ms. Sonia Razzaque as Vice President of Regulatory Compliance & Product Stewardship.
News (Thursday, 15 July 2021)
Michem® Guard 200 & 201 additives deliver a more natural appearance when used in water-based varnishes for flooring and other applications.
News (Wednesday, 9 June 2021)
Dr. Rick Michelman will become President & CEO on January 1, 2022, and Steve Shifman will assume the role of Executive Chairman.
News (Thursday, 27 May 2021)
Michelman announces new distribution agreement with Omya to be the exclusive distributor of Michelman surface modifiers and wax emulsions in Canada.
News (Thursday, 13 May 2021)
Michelman UV overprint varnish strengtheners allow HP Indigo digitally-printed labels to endure harsh environments during packing and transport.
News (Thursday, 29 April 2021)
Michelman further invests in its Printing & Packaging business segment by adding two new associates to better anticipate and serve its custo…