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ECOLAB INC. 8-K Report, Acquisition Completed (Dec 1, 2021)

Reports
Acquisitions & Dispositions·Other Events·Exhibits & Filings
Filing Date
Filed December 1, 2021
Period End
December 1, 2021
Security
ECL
In the record · 2016–202610-K1110-Q328-K144

ECL filed 11 annual reports (10-K), 32 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 144 current reports (8-K) between 2016 and 2026.

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  2. Restructuring8-K · Feb ’21Feb ’21
  3. Restructuring8-K · Nov ’22Nov ’22
  4. Leadership change8-K · May ’26May ’26

01—Abstract

Summary

Summary of the 8-K filed December 1, 2021. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

Ecolab Inc. (ECL) announced the completion of its acquisition of Purolite Corporation's filtration and purification resins business on December 1, 2021.

This strategic transaction, valued at approximately $3.7 billiona in cash, significantly expands Ecolab's capabilities in high-growth segments of the water treatment and life sciences markets. The acquisition was funded through a combination of new term loan borrowings and existing cash.

This move is expected to enhance Ecolab's product portfolio and global reach, particularly in areas like biopharmaceutical purification and industrial water treatment. Investors should monitor the integration progress and the impact of this acquisition on Ecolab's future revenue growth and profitability, as it represents a substantial investment aimed at bolstering the company's competitive position in critical purification technologies.

02—Key points

Key Highlights

  1. Ecolab Inc. has completed the acquisition of Purolite Corporation's filtration and purification resins business for approximately $3.7 billion in cash.
  2. The acquisition was finalized on December 1, 2021, pursuant to a Stock and Asset Purchase Agreement dated October 28, 2021.
  3. The purchase price was funded through borrowings under Ecolab's Term Credit Agreement and existing cash on hand.
  4. The transaction involves acquiring Purolite's subsidiaries, certain affiliated entities, and substantially all assets related to its filtration and purification resins business.
  5. Ecolab also assumed liabilities connected to the acquired business.
  6. The press release announcing the closing of this transaction was filed as an exhibit to the 8-K.
  7. This acquisition is expected to strengthen Ecolab's position in the water treatment and life sciences sectors.

03—Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What was acquired in this transaction?

    Ecolab acquired the shares of Purolite Corporation's subsidiaries and certain affiliated entities, along with substantially all of Purolite's assets used in its filtration and purification resins business. This includes the associated liabilities.

  2. How was the acquisition financed?

    The approximately $3.7 billion purchase price was financed through proceeds from borrowings under Ecolab's Term Credit Agreement, dated November 19, 2021, and cash on hand.

  3. What is the strategic importance of this acquisition for Ecolab?

    This acquisition is expected to enhance Ecolab's capabilities in high-growth areas such as biopharmaceutical purification and industrial water treatment, expanding its product portfolio and global presence in critical purification technologies.

  4. When did the transaction close?

    The transaction closed on December 1, 2021.

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