Director Timothy Go resigns from Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE) Board

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Celanese Corporation reported that on February 27, 2026, Timothy Go resigned from its Board of Directors, effective the same day. The company states that his resignation was not due to any disagreement regarding operations, policies, or practices. The Board and the company expressed appreciation for his service as a director.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 4, 2026 (February 27, 2026)

CELANESE CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

001-32410

98-0420726

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer Identification No.)

222 West Las Colinas Blvd. Suite 900N, Irving, TX 75039

(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (972) 443-4000

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each Class			Trading Symbol(s)			Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered
Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share			CE			The New York Stock Exchange
4.777% Senior Notes due 2026			CE /26A			The New York Stock Exchange
2.125% Senior Notes due 2027			CE /27			The New York Stock Exchange
0.625% Senior Notes due 2028			CE /28			The New York Stock Exchange
5.337% Senior Notes due 2029			CE /29A			The New York Stock Exchange
5.000% Senior Notes due 2031			CE /31			The New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Emerging growth company  ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.  ☐

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

(b) On February 27, 2026, Timothy Go resigned from the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Celanese Corporation (the “Company”), effective as of such date. Mr. Go’s resignation is not the result of any disagreement with the Company on any matter related to the Company’s operations, policies, or practices. The Board and the Company are grateful for Mr. Go’s service as a Director.

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

			CELANESE CORPORATION
			By:			/s/ Ashley B. Duffie
			Name:			Ashley B. Duffie
			Title:			Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
			Date:			March 4, 2026

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FAQ

What did Celanese Corporation (CE) disclose in this Form 8-K?

Celanese Corporation disclosed that director Timothy Go resigned from its Board of Directors effective February 27, 2026. The company emphasized the resignation was not due to any disagreement on operations, policies, or practices and thanked him for his service.

When did Celanese Corporation director Timothy Go resign from the Board?

Timothy Go resigned from the Board of Directors of Celanese Corporation effective February 27, 2026. This date is specifically identified in the disclosure and is the effective date of his departure from the company’s Board service.

Did Timothy Go’s resignation from Celanese Corporation (CE) involve any disagreement?

The company states that Timothy Go’s resignation did not result from any disagreement with Celanese Corporation. This includes no dispute regarding its operations, policies, or practices, indicating a non-contentious and orderly departure from the Board.

What reason did Celanese Corporation give for Timothy Go’s departure from the Board?

Celanese Corporation did not provide a specific reason beyond noting Timothy Go’s resignation. It explicitly clarified that his departure was not due to disagreements on company operations, policies, or practices, and expressed gratitude for his service as a director.

Who signed the Celanese Corporation (CE) Form 8-K announcing the director resignation?

The Form 8-K was signed on behalf of Celanese Corporation by Ashley B. Duffie. She is identified as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, acting as the duly authorized officer for this report.

On what date was the Celanese Corporation Form 8-K regarding Timothy Go filed?

The report is dated March 4, 2026, in connection with the disclosure of Timothy Go’s February 27, 2026 Board resignation. This filing date reflects when Celanese Corporation formally reported the change in its Board composition.

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