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Chemical Manufacturing in United Kingdom
A register of firms and the professionals working at them in the Chemical Manufacturing sector based in United Kingdom. Browse the public index, then filter or export on Kipplo.
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Johnson Matthey
Johnson Matthey (JM) is a world leader in platinum group metals (PGMs). For over 200 years, we have used advanced metals chemistry to tackle the planet’s biggest challenges. Many leading energy, chemicals and automotive companies depend on our technology and expertise to decarbonise, reduce harmful emissions and improve their sustainability. Our purpose, ‘Metals that matter, for a healthier world’, is rooted in our foundation, and alludes to the positive impact our solutions bring to people, communities and the environment. PGMs are the metals that matter. From improving air quality and enabling clean energy and transport, to advancing cancer diagnostics, our products and services are helping to create a healthier and more resilient world. And as the largest recycler of PGMs, we're embedding circularity at scale to help maintain a sustainable supply of these critical materials for the future.
5001 to 10000 staff
Croda
Since 1925 we have been the name behind sustainable, high-performance ingredients and technologies in some of the world’s most successful brands: creating, making and selling speciality chemicals that are relied on by industries and consumers everywhere. We are a FTSE 100 company with over 5,900 passionate and innovative employees, working across manufacturing sites and offices around the world with a shared Purpose to use Smart science to improve lives™. As part of this Purpose, and with around two thirds of our organic raw materials already from bio-based sources, we have committed to be the most sustainable supplier of innovative ingredients, becoming Climate, Nature and People Positive by 2030.
5001 to 10000 staff
Ineos
We are a global manufacturer of raw materials and a producer of energy used in everyday life. From medicines to mobile phones, agriculture to automotive, our products enhance standards of living for everyone around the world. We understand the challenge the world is facing, and we are working hard to help economies, businesses and individuals deliver a zero carbon emissions future to meet the commitments of the Paris Agreement. Our plans and actions revolve around implementing carbon emission reduction, making safe and sustainable products, investing in the energy transition, all while creating jobs, improving living standards worldwide. But we wouldn't be able to achieve any of these without our dedicated and talented colleagues. It is why we celebrate and reward individuals and teams who strive to push boundaries to constantly innovate and find new and better ways of doing things.
10001+ staff
Air Products Uki
Air Products (NYSE: APD) is a world-leading industrial gases company in operation for over 85 years focused on serving energy, environmental, and emerging markets and generating a cleaner future. The Company supplies essential industrial gases, related equipment and applications expertise to customers in dozens of industries, including refining, chemicals, metals, electronics, manufacturing, medical and food. As the leading global hydrogen supplier, Air Products develops, engineers, builds, owns and operates some of the world's largest hydrogen projects. Through its sale of equipment businesses, the Company also provides turbomachinery, membrane systems and cryogenic containers globally.
10001+ staff
Dulux
Decorating is more than just paint on walls – it’s self-expression. We know that colour impacts space, mood, and behaviour so whether it is your home or your clients, getting it right matters. When you are painting, you want to be sure of a perfect and professional finish. Our team of dedicated experts have been developing trusted paints with a creamy consistency and unrivalled formula for decades, delivering consistent results across both our retail and trade product ranges. Home to your favourite AkzoNobel brands: Dulux, Dulux Trade, Armstead Trade, Hammerite, Sikkens, Polycell, Dulux Academy, Heritage and Cuprinol. From great initiatives to brilliant campaigns, new product innovations to exciting announcements – we’ll be sharing it all here. Be sure to join the conversation on our Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok channels to stay up to date with all the other great things happening across our portfolio.
10001+ staff
Gowan Company
Gowan Company is a global, family-owned agricultural solutions business headquartered in Yuma, AZ. Gowan's employees are part of a shared mission to help farmers improve the health and productivity of their crops to contribute to the food security of a growing global population. Gowan began as a local crop consultancy in the desert Southwest and has since grown into a global company comprised of multiple entities in various countries across the world. There are many perks and benefits to working at Gowan, including monthly company luncheons, weekly happy half-hour celebrations, global meetings, competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, and paid time off as well as an annual company bonuses contingent on individual performance and profitability of the company.
1001 to 5000 staff
Infineum
We are a Specialty Chemicals Company with powerful research and development capabilities around innovative chemistry. A joint venture between Shell and ExxonMobil, we are one of the world leaders in the formulation, manufacturing and marketing of petroleum additives for lubricants and fuels with worldwide production and research facilities. Delivering through powerful research and development capabilities around innovative chemistry, our technology supports areas such as; shear modification, cold flow and wax crystal modification, optimising formulations, anti-wear and detergency, modification of flow properties, stabilising carbonaceous and metal particles (carbon black) and combining chemically incompatible materials effectively, to name just a few. We maintain relentless focus on technology excellence, reliability, operational excellence and collaboration to deliver customers performance they can rely on.
1001 to 5000 staff
Linde
Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2025 sales of $34 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain, decarbonize and protect our planet. Linde serves a variety of end markets such as chemicals & energy, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, metals and mining. Linde’s industrial gases and technologies are used in countless applications, enabling space exploration and launch technologies, delivering ultra-high-purity and specialty gases for semiconductor manufacturing, providing life-saving medical oxygen and enabling clean hydrogen production and carbon capture to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Linde also delivers state-of-the-art gas processing solutions to support customer growth, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions. For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit Visit our careers website to take the next steps in your career with us. Legal Notice: Data Protection: https://dataprotection.linde.com/en/index.html
10001+ staff
Thor Group
You may not realise it, but THOR’s extraordinary ingredients are likely already a part of your life. Whether they’re preserving your washing up liquid or detergents, protecting your furniture or clothing in the event of fire, or enhancing your moisturisers and shampoos, THOR’s innovative solutions, born from a lifetime of chemistry-based curiosity, have been quietly improving the way we live for over 65 years. Now in our seventh decade, with sites in over 15 countries and customers in many more, we’re driven by our purpose of creating lasting solutions that enable the extraordinary.
1001 to 5000 staff
Air Products Europe
Air Products (NYSE: APD) is a world-leading industrial gases company in operation for over 85 years focused on serving energy, environmental, and emerging markets and generating a cleaner future. The Company supplies essential industrial gases, related equipment and applications expertise to customers in dozens of industries, including refining, chemicals, metals, electronics, manufacturing, medical and food. As the leading global hydrogen supplier, Air Products develops, engineers, builds, owns and operates some of the world's largest hydrogen projects. Through its sale of equipment businesses, the Company also provides turbomachinery, membrane systems and cryogenic containers globally. Air Products had fiscal 2025 sales of $12 billion from operations in approximately 50 countries. For more information, visit airproducts.com or follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook or Instagram.
10001+ staff
Arrow Solutions
Arrow Solutions was established in 1968, and supplies the UK and International markets with a wide range of industry leading cleaning and maintenance products. Based on our 16-acre site in Moira, Arrow works closely with our customers to produce the right product, every time.
201 to 500 staff
Belzona
Belzona is a global leader in manufacturing repair composites and protective coatings for industrial machinery and equipment. Since 1952, Belzona has empowered a wide range of industries including steel, oil & gas, power generation, mining, water, chemical processing, and marine to protect and restore critical assets against abrasion, erosion, corrosion, pitting corrosion, galvanic corrosion, chemical attack and mechanical damage. Our innovative solutions include high temp epoxy systems, industrial coatings, metal bonding compounds, and metal to metal adhesive technologies designed for long lasting preventative maintenance, emergency repair, and structural reinforcement. Applications include pump repair, pipe wrapping, pipe wraps, corrosion prevention systems, shimming and chocking solutions, and concrete repair. Belzona products are used to repair and protect pipework, tanks, pumps, structural steel, and concrete assets. Our systems are widely used for flange and pipeline corrosion protection, as well as rebuilding worn components exposed to extreme temperatures and aggressive environments. We also provide solutions for sealing, rebuilding and protecting equipment suffering from wear, corrosion and erosion. Available through a global network of Distributors, supported by headquarters in the UK, USA, Canada and Thailand, we provide 24-hour technical support and on-site assistance. Our engineered solutions are designed to reduce downtime, extend asset life, and minimise maintenance and replacement costs while supporting sustainable asset management. All solutions are backed by international accreditations and a proven track record in performance across demanding industrial environments. For more information, visit
201 to 500 staff
Chem-Aqua Europe
Water treatment is an important part of preventative maintenance programmes for boiler, cooling and process water systems. Chem-Aqua's total system approach provides water treatment solutions that protect these critical systems and lower the total cost of operation. A cutting-edge, bespoke water treatment programme from Chem-Aqua can significantly reduce your water and maintenance costs, while ensuring safe and reliable operation. Chem-Aqua is now part of Solenis. Visit solenis.com for more information.
10001+ staff
Fuchs Uk
FUCHS UK is the UK's largest independent lubricant manufacturer. We manufacture and supply innovative lubricating products and bespoke support packages - providing a complete service to our customers. The headquarters of the UK subsidiary is located at our modern, highly automated production plant in Stoke-on-Trent. The FUCHS Group has a worldwide reputation for outstanding performance and product quality, and we pride ourselves on having our UK manufacturing plant audited to the highest levels. We have expertise and experience in supplying lubricants across a wide variety of industries, including automotive, industrial and motorcycle applications. Our team of experts are on hand to help provide the right solution for your needs. LUBRICANTS. TECHNOLOGY. PEOPLE
201 to 500 staff
Hylomar
Hylomar Limited manufactures a wide range of high performance sealants and adhesives used by some of the leading OEM’s in the world of automotive, aerospace, power generation/distribution, and general engineering. Hylomar products are also widely used and respected in the automotive, aerospace and industrial aftermarkets with Hylomar Universal Blue and Hylomar M probably being the leading non-setting gasket & jointing compounds in the world. Hylomar Aerograde, Aerograde Ultra and Advanced Formulation are specified by various aero-engine manufacturers; including Rolls-Royce and Pratt & Whitney. Hylomar Aerograde is also specified by NATO. Hylomar RTV silicone sealants are used to seal engines, gearboxes and transmissions for leading vehicle manufacturers around the globe with our amine curing products being particularly favoured. In addition, unlike many sealant and adhesive companies, Hylomar Limited are manufacturers and product formulators. Therefore, if commercially viable, we can develop products to specific customer requirements.
201 to 500 staff
Industrial Chemicals Ltd
Industrial Chemicals Limited (ICL) is a trusted supplier to a diverse range of industries across the UK, Europe, and parts of Asia. Our customers include global blue-chip corporations as well as independent family-run businesses, reflecting our ability to cater to organisations of all sizes with the same commitment to quality and service. As a privately owned company with significant resources, ICL combines the agility of an independent business with the capabilities of a large-scale manufacturer. Our flexible structure enables us to design and implement manufacturing processes—both large and small—on timelines that would be unachievable for larger PLCs. This adaptability allows us to respond swiftly to customer needs, ensuring tailored solutions and seamless implementation. Beyond our core offerings in water treatment chemicals, flocculants, and detergents, ICL operates state-of-the-art grinding, milling, drying, and spray-drying facilities. These resources are available for contract processing, providing businesses with scalable, high-quality solutions on both a short- and long-term basis. At ICL, we are committed to chemical innovation and customer satisfaction, delivering efficient, high-performance solutions that drive success for our partners.
201 to 500 staff
Molecular Products
Molecular Products is a world leader in the design and manufacture of life critical devices for the treatment of breathable gases. Where there is a finite quantity of air, Molecular Products’ leading edge technologies will sustain human life independently, or collectively, to maintain a breathable environment. Our innovative technology portfolio includes activated carbon filtration media for use in air purifying respirators, to carbon dioxide absorbers for the removal of carbon dioxide during anaesthesia. These products are exported to over 80 countries for a broad range of markets including medical, defence, diving and industrial safety. Molecular Products business has grown from its beginnings as a small producer of lab-based and industrial chemicals, to an international manufacturer of cutting edge solutions to maintain breathable atmospheres in some of the most challenging environments. Our global footprint includes two manufacturing facilities, five sales office, six regional logistics hubs and a team of truly innovative people. Our business is fuelled by our values. Respect, integrity, pride and community sit at the core of everything we do.
51 to 200 staff
Nch Europe
Industrial solutions since 1919 At NCH, we don’t just sell products—we deliver solutions that keep businesses moving. For over a century, we've been at the forefront of industrial maintenance; providing innovative solutions in water treatment, lubrication, parts cleaning and industrial maintenance prevention and repair. With a global presence in >160 countries, we help industries operate smoother, safer and more efficiently every day. NCH is now part of Solenis. Visit solenis.com for more information.
10001+ staff
Reabrook Limited
Reabrook is a major UK manufacturer and distributor of specialised aerosol and liquid products to every facet of the private and public sector. We produce over 20 million litres of liquid products and over 10 million aerosols each year and have the ability to react to additional capacity demands when necessary. Both through branded and private label channels Reabrook has reacted to market changes, customer demands and BRC/ISO approvals, to maintain our reputation for innovation and quality. As part of our commitment to quality and innovation we have an in-house Research and Development laboratory, where a team of qualified chemists and technicians are constantly improving upon existing product ranges and developing new ones. We can also formulate to demand and are able to contract fill to customer supplied formulations.
201 to 500 staff
Scapa
Scapa Group is a diversified Healthcare and Industrial company focused on bringing best-in-class innovation, design and manufacturing solutions to its customers.
1001 to 5000 staff
2k Polymer Systems
2K Polymer Systems is an inventor and manufacturer of custom-engineered, safety-critical chemical anchoring products that add durability, function, and protection for the construction industry. For decades, 2K has been investing in technical expertise and resources to our customers manufacture and distribute their internationally approved 2-component private-label chemical anchoring adhesives, access the entire supply chain without having to build their own networks, and preserve their own capital to focus on building their brand image.
51 to 200 staff
Alfa Aesar
Alfa Aesar is now part of Thermo Fisher Scientific. To see what’s new, go to Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.(NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science, with revenues of $17 billion and approximately employees in 50 countries. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We help our customers accelerate life sciences research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics and increase laboratory productivity. Through our premier brands – Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific and Unity Lab Services – we offer an unmatched combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and comprehensive support. For more information, please visit
501 to 1000 staff
Alfa Chemicals Limited
Alfa Chemicals is a speciality chemicals distributor supplying the UK, Ireland & the Nordics. We have 3 dedicated divisions serving the Industrial Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Personal Care industries. Over half of Alfa’s employees are dedicated to sales, marketing and customer service. Our industry-specific sales teams employ chemists with specialist industry training and experience to ensure they can offer the highest levels of technical advice and support to our customers. Our warehouse and logistics operations are specialists in handling pharmaceutical and hazardous chemicals to ensure we can supply products safely and on time. Alfa has built up successful and long-lasting partnerships with quality chemical manufacturers ranging from multinational organisations to small specialty producers serving niche markets. Our targeted product portfolio enables us to meet the specific needs of the markets we serve.
51 to 200 staff
Apollo Roofing Solutions
Apollo Roofing Solutions is a UK manufacturer of adhesives, liquid coatings, sealants and primers for roofing system suppliers. We have over two decades of experience serving the roofing market, providing private-labelled products to the biggest roofing system suppliers across the globe. Our vision is to become our customers’ unseen department. Our policy is to never supply contractors. Instead we work in partnership with our customers to develop the best solution for a wide range of markets, including single-ply (EPDM, TPO, PVC), felt, VCL/carrier membrane and insulation adhesives, and also cold liquid-applied flat roof and balcony coatings. We are renowned in the industry for offering you innovative products. Your contractors’ requirements are always central to our product development. We were the first UK manufacturer to develop solvent-free MCPU adhesives. We pioneered MCPU canisters, revolutionising application techniques and providing savings in cost and time onsite. You can have confidence in the products we supply. All of our products are subject to rigorous internal and independent testing. We were the first UK manufacturer to independently test our adhesives for resistance to dynamic wind uplift pressure. At Apollo Roofing Solutions, our brand promise is to deliver ‘More than adhesives’. Our Technical Department is key to this brand promise. The department consists of expert chemists and application technologists. Each has many years experience of working within the roofing market, which provides us with key knowledge to ensure you get the most out of your product, whether this is speed of application, improving efficiency or reducing cost/waste. Our brand promise is reflected throughout our company. We work tirelessly to add value throughout our entire supply chain, from production, technical, logistics and compliance to sales and marketing. In January 2022, Apollo became part of the global and well-respected adhesive manufacturer, H.B. Fuller.
51 to 200 staff
