Connect Chemical

Connect Chemical is a global specialty chemical company headquartered in Ratingen, Germany, specializing in the development, production, and distribution of high-quality chemical intermediates and additives. The company serves as a strategic partner for the life sciences, personal care, and industrial sectors, offering a comprehensive portfolio that includes pharmaceutical intermediates, preservatives, and UV filters. In addition to its distribution business, Connect Chemical provides custom manufacturing (CMO/CDMO) services, leveraging its technical expertise and manufacturing facilities in China to support client-specific synthesis projects. In September 2022, the company was acquired by the KRAHN Chemie Group, a subsidiary of the Otto Krahn Group, to enhance its international distribution capabilities and product specialized knowledge. The firm is particularly recognized as a leading global supplier of Piroctone Olamine and other specialty actives for the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries.