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Hartenstein, Germany

Eckart Gmbh


USPTO Granted Patents = 83

% Expired Patents = 22.9


Trademarks = 30

Forward Citations = 236

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97 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Günter Kaupp (32 out of 35 patents)

silverMedal Michael Grüner (21 out of 22 patents)

bronzeMedal Ulrich Schmidt (18 out of 19 patents)

4.  Dirk Schumacher (17 out of 17 patents)

5.  Ralph Schneider (14 out of 14 patents)

6.  Stefan Trummer (14 out of 17 patents)

7.  Frank Henglein (10 out of 14 patents)

8.  Oliver Struck (7 out of 16 patents)

9.  Christine Schilling (6 out of 6 patents)

10.  Oliver Bedford (6 out of 6 patents)

11.  Wolfgang Herzing (6 out of 6 patents)

12.  Thomas Schuster (6 out of 7 patents)

13.  Michael Becker (5 out of 5 patents)

14.  Dieter Proelss (5 out of 5 patents)

15.  Thomas Schneider (5 out of 5 patents)


Core Competencies:
Solvochromic Pigments
PVD Pigments
Pearlescent Pigments
Metallic Pigments
Nail Varnish
Cosmetic Formulations
High Chroma
Electrically Conductive
Corrosion Resistant
UV Ink
Laser Marking
Nanoparticle Coatings

83 patents:

1. 12735576 - Plate-like PVD aluminum pigment with a protective encapsulation and method for manufacturing a plate-like PVD aluminium pigment with a protective encapsulation (2026-09-15),
2. 12698401 - Coated metal effect pigments, method of production and use thereof (2026-08-04),
3. 12624217 - Coated pigment and method of making (2026-05-12),
4. 12584022 - Solvochromic effect pigments, method of production and use thereof (2026-03-24),
5. 12479999 - Weather stable pearlescent pigments (2025-11-25),
6. 12227654 - PVD-aluminum pigment dispersion and cosmetic formulations (2025-02-18),
7. 12157830 - Effect pigments coated with organic binders for powder paints, and a method for producing said coated effect pigments and their use (2024-12-03),
8. 12048757 - Embossed effect pigment and method of manufacture of embossed effect pigment (2024-07-30),
9. 11958979 - Radar frequency transparent effect pigment mixture, formulations and coatings thereof (2024-04-16),
10. 11702552 - Effect pigments coated with organic binders for powders paints, and a method for producing said coated effect pigments and their use (2023-07-18),
11. 11617707 - Nail varnish composition containing embossed effect pigments and surface-modified embossed effect pigments (2023-04-04),
12. 11594723 - ZnO nanoparticle coated exfoliated graphite composite, method of producing composite and use in Li-ion battery (2023-02-28),
13. 11427712 - Thin aluminum pigments having a narrow thickness distribution, method for producing same, and use of aluminum pigments (2022-08-30),
14. 11421111 - Radar frequency transparent effect pigment mixture, formulations and coatings thereof (2022-08-23),
15. 11377565 - Surface-modified effect pigment and nail varnish composition (2022-07-05),
Eckart GmbH, based in Hartenstein, Germany, specializes in the development and production of effect pigments that enhance the aesthetic appeal of various products. The company focuses on innovative technologies such as solvochromic, PVD, and pearlescent pigments, catering to diverse applications in cosmetics, automotive, and coatings. With a commitment to high-quality formulations, Eckart also explores electrically conductive pigments and high chroma solutions, positioning itself as a leader in the effect pigment industry.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 29 2026

Eckart Gmbh
83 Patents

#1 in Hartenstein

#694 in Germany

#9,133 in the World

Hartenstein, DE
Hartenstein, Germany

Eckart Gmbh

Forward Citations = 236

97 inventors:

goldMedal Günter Kaupp (32 out of 35 patents)

silverMedal Michael Grüner (21 out of 22 patents)

bronzeMedal Ulrich Schmidt (18 out of 19 patents)

4.  Dirk Schumacher (17 out of 17 patents)

5.  Ralph Schneider (14 out of 14 patents)

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