Forchem

Forchem is a leading producer of bio-based chemicals derived from crude tall oil, a renewable byproduct of the wood pulping process. Based in Rauma, Finland, the company operates one of the world's most modern tall oil refineries, producing tall oil fatty acids, rosins, and distilled tall oil. In the life sciences and healthcare sectors, Forchem provides sustainable ingredients for animal nutrition and precursors for the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. Their products, such as tall oil fatty acids, are utilized in animal feed to promote gut health and improve nutritional efficiency. The company's sterols and fatty acids also serve as building blocks for various health-related applications. Following its acquisition by Respol in 2020, Forchem continues to focus on sustainable, wood-based alternatives to fossil-fuel-derived chemicals.