About Carlo Sessa
Located in Sesto San Giovanni, Lombardia, the cosmetic lab Carlo Sessa has served the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries since 1909. From its headquarters at Via Venezia 39, the company manages:
- Import and export of active ingredients
- Pearl pigment and natural color production
- Pharmaceutical raw material distribution
- Quality control laboratories
Through its ESSENCIA project, Carlo Sessa selects and supplies ingredients to manufacturers across Italy, maintaining strict quality standards in its Lombardia facilities.
Frequently asked questions
Carlo Sessa supplies raw materials for multiple industries:
- Pharmaceutical Materials
- Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs)
- Narcotic and psychotropic substances
- Medicinal plants
- Natural Products
- Aromatics
- Spices
- Bee products
- Industry Materials
- Cosmetic ingredients
- Nutraceutical components
- Chemical raw materials
The company operates under GDP/GMP compliance standards for all material categories.
Carlo Sessa maintains multiple certifications and authorizations:
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Carlo Sessa operates from a central facility in Italy:
Headquarters & Main FacilitySesto San Giovanni
Milan, Italy
The headquarters includes:
- Administrative offices
- Quality control laboratories
- Storage warehouse
- Distribution center
The company manages import/export operations through this location, serving both EU and non-EU markets.
More details about Carlo Sessa
A century of expertise in pharmaceutical and cosmetic ingredients
Carlo Sessa, established in 1909 in Milan, has grown from an import/export venture into a leading supplier of pharmaceutical raw materials and ingredients. The company’s evolution marked a significant shift in 1919 when the Sessa family acquired the business, focusing on specialized chemical and pharmaceutical materials.
Modern facilities serving the cosmetic industry
Operating from Sesto San Giovanni in the Lombardia region, Carlo Sessa’s headquarters integrates a cosmetic lab, warehousing facilities, and administrative offices. This strategic location in northern Italy’s industrial hub enables efficient distribution across Europe.
Services and specializations
The company provides:
- Supply of active pharmaceutical ingredients
- Distribution of cosmetic ingredients
- Processing of medicinal plants
- Nutraceutical components
- Quality testing and verification
Quality standards and certifications
Carlo Sessa maintains high operational standards through:
- GDP/GMP compliance certification
- ICEA organic certification since 2007
- AIFA authorization for pharmaceutical substance imports
- Ministry of Health authorization for controlled substance handling
Industry leadership and expertise
The company’s commitment to industry development is evidenced by its co-founding of Assoerbe in 1981, strengthening its position in the medicinal plant sector. This initiative reflects Carlo Sessa’s role in shaping Italy’s pharmaceutical and cosmetic ingredient supply chain.
Product range and applications
The company specializes in supplying ingredients for:
- Pharmaceutical formulations
- Cosmetic products
- Natural remedies
- Aromatherapy solutions
- Nutraceutical supplements
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