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Parchem – fine & specialty chemicals is the premier supplier of organic intermediates and plasticizers such as phthalic anhydride. Phthalic anhydride [CAS 85-44-9] is versatile organic chemical intermediate for the plastics production industry. Phthalic anhydride plays a large role in plastic manufacturing processes as a chemical building block for a variety of phthalate esters, which are commonly used plasticizers. Phthalic anhydride is also used in the manufacture of polyester and alkyd resins for coating applications.

Parchem – fine & specialty chemicals is a proud member and corporate sponsor of Women in Flavor and Fragrance Commerce (WFFC). This year’s WFFC annual golf outing was a great success – attendance was excellent and included key flavor & fragrance industry leaders from across the country.

Parchem is the premier supplier of Salicylic Acid [CAS: 69-72-7], an organic white crystalline solid that is slightly soluble in water. Salicylic acid is a monohydroxybenzoic acid, a type of beta hydroxyl acid and a type of phenolic acid. Esters and salts of Salicylic acid are known as Salicylates, many of which are commonly found in personal care products. Salicylic acid is also known by its IUPAC name 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid and as ortho-hydroxybenzoic acid. Natural Salicylic acid is derived from the metabolism of Salicin, which is an anti-inflammatory agent produced from willow bark.

Parchem is a global supplier of natural cosmetic ingredients and raw materials