About Elementis
Located at 370 Stolberger Straße in Köln, the cosmetic lab of Elementis serves as a key facility for specialty chemicals development in Germany. With 1,300 employees across 20+ global locations, this FTSE 250 company provides:
- Rheology and surface modification solutions
- Personal care and construction materials
- Sustainable chemical manufacturing
- Environmental impact reduction programs
From its Nordrhein-Westfalen base, Elementis maintains a 200-year legacy in creating specialty ingredients while pursuing ambitious sustainability targets, including 25% emissions reduction and improved resource efficiency.
Frequently asked questions
Elementis manufactures specialty chemicals through two business units:
- Performance Specialties
- Rheology modifiers
- Surface treatment additives
- Coating ingredients
- Personal Care
- Cosmetic ingredients
- Skin care additives
- Formulation components
The company produces ingredients for these industries:
- Personal care and cosmetics
- Construction materials
- Industrial coatings
- Plastic compounds
Elementis operates with these defining characteristics:
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Elementis maintains a global operational network:
- Manufacturing Facilities
- 20+ production sites worldwide
- Regional distribution centers
- Research laboratories
- Corporate Structure
- Listed on London Stock Exchange (FTSE 250)
- 1,300 employees globally
- International sales offices
The company serves markets across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and emerging regions through direct operations and distribution partners.
More details about Elementis
A global leader in specialty chemicals based in Germany
Elementis stands as a prominent player in the *specialty chemicals* industry, operating from its facility in Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen. With a workforce of 1,300 employees across 20+ global locations, the company brings nearly 200 years of expertise in developing innovative chemical solutions.
Advanced solutions from a modern cosmetic lab
From its German headquarters, Elementis operates specialized facilities including a state-of-the-art cosmetic lab, focusing on the development of ingredients for personal care products. The company’s technical capabilities span rheology control, surface modification, and advanced formulation techniques.
Two focused business units
The company structure comprises two main divisions:
- Performance Specialties – delivering solutions for construction, coatings, and plastics
- Personal Care – developing ingredients for cosmetic and personal care products
Environmental commitment in chemical manufacturing
Operating from Stolberger Straße in Köln, Elementis implements sustainable practices in its operations. The company has earned recognition through:
- Four consecutive Ecovadis Gold Ratings
- Concrete environmental targets including:
- 25% reduction in emissions
- 20% reduction in fuel energy usage
- 10% decrease in water consumption
Strategic location in Germany’s chemical industry hub
The Köln facility benefits from its position in Nordrhein-Westfalen, a region known for its chemical industry infrastructure. This location provides direct access to European markets and supports efficient distribution of specialty ingredients across the continent.
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