Chemistry

Innovation in pharmaceutical compounds and small molecules, polymers, agrochemicals, materials science, and energy is shaping the future, and securing strong intellectual property protection is essential. At De Clercq & Partners, our chemistry team combines scientific expertise with deep patent knowledge, ensuring robust protection for groundbreaking discoveries.

Our European patent attorneys, many with PhDs and industry experience, provide strategic patent drafting, prosecution, opposition, and litigation support at the EPO and national offices. We collaborate closely with our engineering and life sciences teams, offering seamless IP solutions across disciplines.

We serve multinational companies, startups, research institutions, and SMEs, helping them navigate complex patent landscapes and maximize their IP’s value.

Our expertise in chemistry includes

Pharmaceuticals, Specialty Chemicals & Medicinal Chemistry
Small molecules, drug formulations, cosmetics & skincare, and delivery systems.
Polymer & Material Science
Expertise in polymers, coatings, adhesives, catalysis, composites, and advanced materials.
Food Technology & Agriculture
Protecting innovations in food, food supplements, plant-based alternatives, agrochemical and biochemical innovations, water and soil chemistry.
Green & Sustainable Chemistry
Bio-based materials, biodegradable materials, recycling technologies, green solvents, and carbon capture.
Electronics & Semiconductors
Materials chemistry for semiconductors, batteries, displays, photonics, micro- & nanotechnology.
Construction & Water Purification
Concrete additives, insulation materials, and wastewater treatment.
Chemical & Process Engineering
Reactor engineering, purification and separation techniques, analytical chemistry, process chemistry, and printing technology.

De Clercq & Partners is the real diamond of European practices. The work is excellent, efficient, and has a lot of technical expertise to prosecute inventions in fields as diverse as life sciences and mechanical arts. It is truly the outfit of choice, especially for representing clients before the EPO.

IAM Patent 100 2025

With a strong track record in providing ‘diligence, availability and commitment,’ it is no wonder that De Clercq & Partners is heralded as the ‘go-to law firm for patent prosecution work in Europe’.

IAM Patent 100 2024

Sakina Bounaga and Caroline Hennin are striking litigators who bring invaluable academic prowess and specialist knowledge of science and technology to secure patrons’ business needs; they are making great strides where intellectual property meets organic, polymer and pharmaceutical chemistry.

IAM Patent 100 2024

De Clercq & Partners is one of the leading Belgian firms for patent protection and portfolio management work, particularly in the fields of biotechnology and chemistry.

Managing IP STARS Reviews 2024