Elementis
Elementis is a UK-listed global specialty chemicals company creating high-value additives for the coatings and personal care industries, serving customers worldwide through manufacturing operations across the Americas, Europe, and Asia.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1844
- Headquarters
- United States
- CEO
- Luc van Ravenstein
About
Elementis is a global specialty chemicals company dedicated to creating high-value specialty additives that enhance the performance of customers' products while making a positive change in the world. With a heritage spanning nearly two centuries, Elementis has established itself as a trusted partner for manufacturers across diverse industries including cosmetics, personal care, paints and coatings, automotive, construction, and ceramics. The company leverages its distinctive combination of expertise in rheology, surface modification, and formulation science combined with access to unique natural materials to deliver innovative solutions. Elementis operates through two primary business units - Coatings and Personal Care - serving customers worldwide via 17 manufacturing sites and 18 global locations. The company's commitment to sustainability drives its innovation strategy, focusing on biobased chemicals and natural ingredients that reduce environmental impact while meeting the evolving needs of markets ranging from decorative coatings to anti-perspirants.