About Penreco
Cosmetic lab Penreco, located at 1060 N Capitol Ave in Indianapolis, leverages over 100 years of gel technology expertise in their state-of-the-art facility. From their Indiana headquarters, they provide:
- Proprietary gelled hydrocarbon products
- Pharmaceutical-grade mineral oils
- Custom product formulation
- FDA and international certifications
With recent multimillion-dollar investments in U.S. manufacturing and in-house R&D capabilities, Penreco delivers high-purity solutions for cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications nationwide.
Frequently asked questions
Penreco manufactures the following product lines:
- Gelled hydrocarbons
- Versagel technology products
- Clear and colorless formulations
- Thermally reversible materials
- White mineral oils
- Pharmaceutical grade oils
- USP/NF compliant products
- Industrial grade materials
- Petrolatums
- Technical grade
- Pharmaceutical grade
- Industrial applications
All products undergo quality testing and comply with regulatory standards.
Penreco maintains these regulatory certifications and standards:
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Penreco operates manufacturing facilities in the United States:
- Production capabilities
- Mineral oil processing
- Gel technology manufacturing
- Product blending operations
- Support facilities
- Research laboratories
- Quality control center
- Product development area
- Manufacturing standards
- FDA registered facilities
- GMP compliant operations
- ISO certified processes
More details about Penreco
A century of expertise in specialized product development
Penreco, located in Indianapolis, Indiana, brings over 100 years of experience in specialized product development. As a leading cosmetic lab in the United States, the company has established itself through its innovative approach to product formulation and manufacturing.
Advanced technology and product development
The company specializes in proprietary Versagel technology, creating unique formulations by combining mineral oils with various substrates. Their products feature specific characteristics that set them apart in the industry:
- Clear and colorless appearance
- Hydrophobic properties
- Thermal reversibility
- Syneresis-free formulations
Quality standards and certifications
Operating from their Indianapolis facility, Penreco maintains high quality standards through multiple certifications, including:
- FDA approval
- USP certification
- International pharmacopoeia registrations (EUP, BP, DAB, JIS)
Research capabilities and manufacturing excellence
The company conducts all research and development in-house, supported by recent multimillion-dollar investments in their U.S. manufacturing facilities. This investment strengthens their position in developing specialized hydrocarbon materials and mineral oil-based products.
Product applications and services
Penreco’s expertise extends to various applications, with a focus on:
- White mineral oil refinement
- Petrolatums development
- Gel technology applications
- Custom formulation services
Location and accessibility
Based at 1060 N Capitol Ave Suite 6-401 in Indianapolis, Penreco serves clients across the United States. Their central location in Indiana positions them strategically to support pharmaceutical grade product development throughout North America.
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