About Lowenstein
Jos. H. Lowenstein & Sons, Inc., a Brooklyn-based cosmetic lab, has been producing premium raw materials for hair colors since 1897, offering a wide range of dyes, surfactants, and stabilizers along with expert technical support.
Frequently asked questions
Lowenstein Jos H and Sons manufactures and supplies:
- Dye Products
- Fur dyes
- Hair colorants
- Leather dyes
- Laboratory Services
- Color formulation
- Quality testing
- Chemical analysis
- Technical Equipment
- Gas Chromatographs
- High-pressure Liquid Chromatographs
- Infrared Spectrophotometers
The company operates manufacturing facilities with over 100,000 square feet of production and warehouse space.
The company maintains these operational capabilities:
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The facilities support production and distribution of dye products for international markets.
Lowenstein Jos H and Sons maintains manufacturing and research facilities in two locations:
- North America
- Corporate headquarters in Brooklyn, New York
- Five research laboratories
- Quality control facilities
- Europe
- Manufacturing facility in Belgrade, Serbia
- Liquid products production
- Distribution center
Both locations operate manufacturing facilities with matching capabilities for liquid product production.
More details about Lowenstein
A century of expertise in dyestuff manufacturing
Lowenstein Jos H and Sons started as a modest paint store in Brooklyn, New York in 1897. From its initial $500 investment, the company has grown into a global leader in dyestuff manufacturing and cosmetic lab operations.
Advanced research and manufacturing facilities
The company operates from a 100,000-square-foot facility in Brooklyn, housing state-of-the-art equipment including Gas Chromatographs and Infrared Spectrophotometers. Five research laboratories at the New York headquarters focus on quality control and product development.
Technical capabilities and innovation
The laboratories combine color technology expertise with chemical research to develop specialized dye formulations. This technical foundation supports the company’s work in fur, hair, and leather industry applications.
Global presence and expansion
While maintaining its Brooklyn roots, Lowenstein Jos H and Sons has expanded internationally. In 2017, the company established an advanced manufacturing facility in Belgrade, Serbia. By 2022, this location matched the liquid products manufacturing capabilities of the Brooklyn headquarters.
Leadership and continued growth
Under the leadership of David Lowenstein, who became President in 2012, the company maintains its position as an industry leader. The firm’s commitment to technological innovation is evident in its continuous investment in research laboratories and manufacturing facilities.
Services and specializations
- Color formulation development
- Quality control testing
- Industrial dyes production
- Research and development
- Global distribution services
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