US-based regional chemical distributors ChemSolv and Chemisphere have announced a new joint platform for sales services across 43 states and multiple international locations.
The new platform will operate as the Integrity Partners Group (IPG), leveraging both companies’ combined resources and long-standing expertise in the supply and distribution of personal care ingredients toA complete array of customized solutions, including blending, packaging, quality testing, white label formulations, custom logistics, repurchase, and solvent recycling services,” detailed a company press release regarding the announcement, addressed to manufacturers and suppliers in the industry, including surfactants for product formulation.
To learn more about Chemsolv and Chemisphere, the background to IPG’s founding, and the platform’s potential impact on US manufacturers and suppliers of personal care products, CosmeticsDesign interviewed IPG CEO Darren J. Birkleback for insights. Ta.
CDU: Can you give us some background information about ChemSolv?
Darren J. Burklebuck (DJB):ChemSolv is a US distributor of industrial chemicals, solvents, lubricants, metalworking fluids and specialty products. The company is based in Roanoke, Virginia, and he serves more than 1,400 customers across the Mid-Atlantic and East Coasts.
ChemSolv works with strategic suppliers and other trusted manufacturers to provide high quality, innovative products for beauty and personal care.
ChemSolv is known for its customer-focused blending, tolling and distillation offerings in addition to its excellent product portfolio. The company has its own hot room, white room and abundant manufacturing and storage space.
Importantly, ChemSolv is a member of the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) and is dedicated to meeting the organization’s exacting standards in order to provide the highest level of trust to our neighborhoods and customers.
CDU: Can you give us some background information about Chemisphere?
DJB:Chemisphere is a chemical distribution company based in St. Louis, Missouri serving the Midwest. The company has over 44 years of experience and, like ChemSolv, offers manufacturing, packaging and other services that complement distribution.
For example, Chemisphere offers custom blends, contract manufacturing products, ethanol- and acetone-based products, and supplies pure and denatured alcohols for a variety of applications, from hand sanitizers and lotions to air fresheners and detergents. .
Chemisphere is also NACD certified and committed to safety.
CDU: Can you give some background information on the establishment and launch of IPG?
DJB:IPG was born from the acquisition of ChemSolv and Chemisphere by OpenGate Capital. Both companies are highly regarded in their respective regions and together cover 43 states. With a strategic vision and a shared commitment to excellence, IPG will combine the strengths and expertise of both operating companies to create unique capabilities with a broad portfolio of solutions, technical expertise and unmatched customer service. Offers.
Moving forward, IPG will pursue organic growth while continuing its acquisition strategy to build a full-line chemical distribution and formulation platform.
CDU: Were there any challenges in establishing and launching IPG?
DJB:As expected, the establishment of IPG certainly had its challenges. Enhancing collaboration between two different entities always requires careful planning and coordination.
Challenges include aligning organizational culture, streamlining operations and processes, and effectively communicating the newly formed IPG’s vision and goals to all stakeholders. However, with a dedicated team and a structured integration strategy, we have successfully overcome these challenges and built a full-line chemical distribution and blending platform to serve key markets in selected geographies.
CDU: What are IPG’s main goals for the cosmetics and personal care products industry?
DJB:We are expanding our capabilities through lab activities, application-specific formulations and additional product lines to serve the cosmetic and personal care markets. Our first step is to ensure that acquisitions and new suppliers bring complementary product lines to her IPG’s existing portfolio.
Additional acquisitions are attractive, but so are larger acquisitions that bring us even closer to more customers across the United States. We are also exploring ways to further enhance our extensive blending capabilities.
CDU: What is the potential impact of IPG on manufacturers and suppliers in the cosmetics and personal care products industry?
DJB:IPG is a chemical distribution platform with two operating companies, ChemSolv and Chemisphere. In total, approximately 19% of our sales go into the personal care industry. Providing solutions for cosmetic chemistry is an important part of our business.
Today, we offer products such as antioxidants, vegetable oils, emollients, fragrances and cosmetic grade solvents. Our goal is to expand our portfolio and services, as well as expand our offering of sustainable solutions, plants and other products that enhance consumer well-being and connection with nature while respecting the environment. intend to do something.
Beyond the products we offer, what makes IPG unique is our competence and integrity. We exceed your expectations with our blending, tolling, distilling and more services. ChemSolv and Chemisphere have 2.7 million gallons of storage capacity, 80,000 gallons of mixing capacity and 35,000 square feet of manufacturing space. We also offer creative logistics with 24/7 delivery and over 50 truck dedicated fleets. We do what is necessary and do it responsibly and safely.
CDU: What are IPG’s plans for the future?
DJB:IPG will grow organically and inorganically. We will continue to grow our business in the personal care market. At the same time, we will expand into other key markets we serve, including food, beverage, industrial and pharmaceutical.
