About Sonneborn
Located at 6 Mainhavenweg in Amsterdam, the cosmetic lab Sonneborn brings over 120 years of expertise in high-purity specialty products to the Netherlands and global markets. From its Noord-Holland facility, Sonneborn provides:
- Natural plant-based emollients and white mineral oils
- Microcrystalline waxes and candle bases
- Industrial and polymer process oils
- Pharmaceutical and personal care ingredients
With ISO 14001 certification and an EcoVadis Silver Medal, the Amsterdam facility maintains high environmental and quality standards while serving diverse industries across Europe.
Frequently asked questions
Sonneborn produces high-purity specialty products in these categories:
- Oils and Lubricants
- White mineral oils
- Compressor lubricants
- Polymer and process oils
- Waxes and Bases
- Microcrystalline waxes
- Candle base materials
- Alkanes
- Emollients
- Natural plant-based emollients
- Sensory enhancing emollients
- Oxidized petrolatums
Additional product lines include ink oils and sodium sulfonates for industrial applications.
Sonneborn operates according to these manufacturing parameters:
- Quality Control
- ISO 14001 certification
- EcoVadis Silver Medal rating
- Environmental management systems
- Production Systems
- High-purity processing
- Chemical synthesis
- Material refinement
- Sustainability Measures
- Resource optimization
- Emissions control
- Waste reduction protocols
The company’s 120-year operational history supports established manufacturing processes and quality control systems.
Sonneborn serves multiple market sectors through global manufacturing facilities:
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The company maintains manufacturing facilities with ISO 14001 certification at the Petrolia location.
More details about Sonneborn
A century of expertise in specialty chemicals
Sonneborn, located at 6 Mainhavenweg in Amsterdam, Netherlands, stands as a global manufacturer of high-purity specialty products. With over 120 years of operation, the company has built a solid foundation in chemical processing and manufacturing.
Advanced manufacturing and research facilities
Operating as a cosmetic lab and industrial manufacturer, Sonneborn develops and produces a wide range of specialty chemicals. Their state-of-the-art facilities in Noord-Holland serve multiple sectors, from personal care to industrial applications.
Product range and applications
- Natural plant-based emollients
- Microcrystalline waxes
- White mineral oils
- Polymer and process oils
- Sodium sulfonates
Industry sectors and market reach
From their Amsterdam base, Sonneborn supplies products to diverse markets:
- Clean beauty and personal care
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Food and baking industry
- Industrial and metalworking
- Polymers and adhesives
Environmental commitment and certifications
Sonneborn demonstrates its dedication to environmental sustainability through its ISO 14001 certification. The company has also earned an EcoVadis Silver Medal, highlighting its commitment to responsible business practices in chemical innovation.
Manufacturing excellence
The Amsterdam facility maintains high standards in industrial manufacturing, offering customized solutions and maintaining consistent quality across all product lines. This positions Sonneborn as a reliable partner for businesses seeking specialty chemicals and industrial materials in the Netherlands and globally.
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