About KLK Emmerich
Located at 9 Steintor in Emmerich am Rhein, KLK Emmerich operates one of Germany’s leading oleochemical manufacturing facilities. With over 100 years of history and 450 employees across sites in Emmerich and Düsseldorf, the company delivers:
- Fatty acids and glycerine production
- Fatty alcohols and esters manufacturing
- Sustainable chemical solutions
- Industrial chemical processing
As part of the KLK OLEO division in Nordrhein-Westfalen, KLK Emmerich serves the European market from its strategic location in Germany’s industrial heartland.
Frequently asked questions
KLK Emmerich produces oleochemical products including:
- Basic oleochemicals
- Fatty acids
- Glycerine
- Fatty alcohols
- Fatty esters
- Industrial chemicals
- Process oils
- Surfactants
- Emulsifiers
- Sustainable chemicals
- Bio-based products
- Renewable raw materials
- Natural derivatives
All manufacturing follows European chemical industry standards and regulations.
KLK Emmerich maintains the following industry position:
- Corporate structure
- Part of KLK OLEO division
- 100+ years of operation
- Acquired by KLK in 2010
- Manufacturing capabilities
- European production center
- Industrial-scale facilities
- Chemical processing units
- Market focus
- Oleochemical production
- Industrial applications
- Chemical manufacturing
KLK Emmerich operates two manufacturing sites in Germany:
| Location | Details |
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| Emmerich am Rhein |
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| Düsseldorf |
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Total workforce: 450 employees across both locations
More details about KLK Emmerich
A century of expertise in chemical manufacturing
KLK Emmerich, established over 100 years ago in Germany, stands as a significant player in the oleochemical industry. In 2010, the company became part of Kuala Lumpur Kepong Berhad (KLK), strengthening its position in the global market.
Advanced facilities and operations
Operating as a cosmetic lab and chemical manufacturing facility, KLK Emmerich maintains two strategic locations in Germany. The main site at Steintor 9, Emmerich am Rhein, and the Düsseldorf facility work in synergy to serve the European market. These locations employ approximately 450 skilled professionals.
Specialized production capabilities
The company focuses on manufacturing various chemical compounds including:
- Fatty acids
- Glycerine
- Fatty alcohols
- Fatty esters
Strategic location in Nordrhein-Westfalen
Based in Emmerich am Rhein, the facility benefits from its position in Germany’s industrial heartland. The 2015 integration of the Düsseldorf production plant expanded the company’s manufacturing capabilities, creating a robust industrial chemicals network in the region.
Part of a global network
As a member of the KLK OLEO division, KLK Emmerich contributes to sustainable chemical production in Europe. The company’s location enables efficient distribution across European markets while maintaining high production standards in chemical processing.
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