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Sun Chemical - cosmetic lab in Germany

Sun Chemical’s cosmetic lab in Ludwigshafen provides FDA-certified pigments, natural ingredients and effect pigments for the beauty industry across Germany and Europe.

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Located at 5 Kaiser-Wilhelm-Straße in Ludwigshafen am Rhein, the cosmetic lab at Sun Chemical combines over 200 years of color expertise with modern innovation. The facility serves the beauty and personal care industries across Germany and Europe with:

  • FDA certified organic pigments and dyes
  • High purity iron oxides meeting Halal standards
  • Natural mica-based effect pigments
  • Specialized cosmetic dispersions

As part of Sun Chemical’s global network spanning from Rheinland-Pfalz to Asia Pacific, the lab develops sustainable color solutions while ensuring full regulatory compliance.

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Sun Chemical: A global leader in pigment manufacturing

Located in Ludwigshafen am Rhein, Germany, Sun Chemical operates a state-of-the-art cosmetic lab as part of its extensive manufacturing network. With over 22,000 employees worldwide, the company has established itself as a leading manufacturer of printing inks, coatings, and cosmetic ingredients.

A heritage of excellence in color innovation

Dating back to the early 1800s, Sun Chemical’s roots stem from Lorilleux and Samuel Morrill, building two centuries of expertise in color formulation. Today, the facility in Rheinland-Pfalz serves as a key center for research and development in the beauty industry.

Product portfolio and services

Specialized cosmetic solutions

The German facility produces:

  • FDA certified organic pigments
  • High purity iron oxides
  • Certified dyes and dispersions
  • Effect pigments for cosmetic applications

Natural and certified products

Sun Chemical’s dedication to natural ingredients is demonstrated through:

  • Timica® Terra natural mica-based effect pigments
  • SunPURO® iron oxides
  • Halal and Kosher certified products

Strategic location and market presence

The Ludwigshafen am Rhein facility benefits from its position in Germany’s chemical industry hub. This location enables direct access to European markets while maintaining high regulatory compliance standards. Operating in partnership with DIC, Sun Chemical generates annual sales exceeding 8.5 billion dollars.

Industry applications and expertise

The company serves various sectors through specialized divisions:

  • Cosmetics and personal care
  • Printing inks and coatings
  • Industrial adhesives
  • Masterbatches for plastic applications

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  • Local time

    August 20, 2025 12:19 am

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Sun Chemical manufactures the following product lines:

  • Color Products
    • FDA certified organic colorants
    • High purity iron oxides
    • Inorganic pigments
    • Certified dyes
    • Effect pigments
  • Natural Ingredient Lines
    • Timica® Terra mica-based pigments
    • SunPURO® iron oxides
    • Halal certified materials
    • Kosher certified materials
  • Industrial Solutions
    • Color dispersions
    • Masterbatches
    • Liquid compounds
    • Solid compounds

Sun Chemical provides these technical solutions:

Category Capabilities
Color Technology
  • FDA certification protocols
  • Color matching systems
  • Pigment development
Product Standards
  • Halal certification
  • Kosher certification
  • Regulatory compliance
Manufacturing
  • Pigment production
  • Dispersion processing
  • Quality control systems

The company maintains FDA, Halal, and Kosher certifications for applicable product lines.

Sun Chemical operates through a global network:

Global Headquarters
35 Waterview Boulevard
Parsippany, NJ 07054
United States

Operations include:

  • Manufacturing Facilities
    • North America
    • Europe
    • Asia Pacific
  • Research Centers
    • Color development labs
    • Application testing facilities
    • Quality control centers

The company employs 22,000 people across its global operations.

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