Colloides Naturels, Inc.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Colloides Naturels (CNI) is the global leader in acacia gum (gum arabic) and is a major supplier to the food, beverage and industrial markets. Colloides Naturels has their US headquarters in NJ but is capable of serving worldwide clients with 8 global subsidiaries and an extensive distribution network. Acacia gums are all natural hydrocolloids obtained without any chemical treatment. They are nonpolluting, non-toxic, biodegradable and renewable.

PRODUCTS' SCOPE

CNI's specialty LITHOGUM[TM] products have proven performance as a desensitizing, film-forming and protective agent in all printing processes including: offset, lithography, silk screen, diazo processes, agua fortis and wetting solutions, and desensitization with dichromate. The LITHOGUM[TM] products offer an innovative, unique and economical range of eco-friendly products for the offset lithography industry. All LITHOGUM[TM] products are 100% acacia gum and have been purified through an innovative and proprietary process breakthrough in order to provide an extremely high level of functionality and effectiveness. Key applications are in plate finishers and fountain solutions.

MAJOR PRODUCTS

CNI offers a full line of LITHOGUMTM products which are functional in a variety of printing applications. Always a leader in technical innovation, CNI has recently launched two new LITHOGUMTM products designed as innovative solutions for film-forming desensitization in plate finishing and for all types of fountain solutions. CNI's newest LITHOGUM products offer the unique combination of superior performance and economical value.

TECHNICAL MISSION

CNI expertly applies the broad functionality of acacia gum to the specific needs of the printing industry. Non-image areas on metal plates are desensitized by applying a film of LITHOGUMTM through the plate finisher. This hydrophilic coating helps repel ink while providing resistance to abrasion, fingerprints or oxidation. LITHOGUMTM products are also very functional in Fountain solutions to yield clean, sharp printed images.

UNIQUE PRODUCTS

LITHOGUMTM products are unique in their natural sourcing and exceptional functionality. The new range of LITHOGUMTM products are composed of highly purified acacia gum that is light and clear in solution. They have been processed in a specialized way to limit the formation of salt precipitate in fountain solutions and plate finishers.

R&D CAPABILITIES

CNI operates a full scale research and development facility at their headquarters office in France with strong technical support from regional labs including the applications lab in Bridgewater, NJ. CNI also works closely with key lithography manufacturers, industry experts, and consultants to fully understand the current needs and requirements of the industry.

QC CAPABILITIES

CNI has extensive internal quality controls on every critical aspect of manufacturing from raw material selection all the way through to final product testing. LITHOGUMTM products are always evaluated on printing presses to confirm product functionality.

ISO AND ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS

CNI manufactures all LITHOGUM[TM] products in an ISO 9001 certified plant that also follows an HACCP plan. CNI is committed to protecting the environment and specifically focuses their development on renewable, all-natural and eco-friendly ingredients and processing.

CONCLUSION

CNI is the innovation leader and is ready to provide you with outstanding products, strong technical support and superior customer service. Contact us today to evaluate our newest LITHOGUMTM products.

Colloides Naturels, Inc.

1140 US Highway 22, Suite 102

Bridgewater, NJ 08807 USA

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Internet: www.CNIWORLD.com

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Founded: 1895

U.S. Headquarters & Lab: Bridgewater, NJ

Manufacturing: Serqueux, France

Marketing Contact: Benedicte Maheut [e-mail]

Sales Contact: Olivier Houalla [e-mail]

Technical Contact: Sebastien Baray [e-mail]