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Catalyzing Chemistry for a Cleaner Future
Advanced specialty ingredients for detergents, cleaning agents, personal care and industrial applications - engineered to help formulations perform better.
Catalyzing Chemistry
Performance chemistry for Cleaner everyday products
Advanced specialty ingredients for detergents, cleaning agents, personal care and industrial applications - engineered to help formulations perform better.
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Performance for
industrial progress

Our HI&I solutions are engineered to meet the demands of professional cleaning, industrial processes and institutional applications.
High efficiency cleaning
Process optimization
Safety & compliance by design
Sustainable by nature
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Application Expertise

Learn about our services and research & development expertise.

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Tailored Chemical Solutions

Performance chemistry built around your needs.
High-performance specialty chemicals and formulation solutions designed to deliver measurable results in demanding applications.

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R&D Expertise That Delivers

Innovation that turns chemistry into performance.
Deep chemical expertise, application know-how and continuous development help create solutions that address real-world formulation challenges. Catexel explicitly positions continuous innovation as a core part of its business.

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Performance Across Applications

One chemistry partner. Multiple possibilities.
From Home Care and industrial cleaning to Personal Care and other specialty applications, Catexel combines a broad portfolio of functional ingredients with application-oriented expertise.

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Sustainable Chemistry

More performance. Less environmental impact.
Catexel develops chemistry with sustainability in mind—from resource efficiency and lower-temperature cleaning to reducing environmental impact across products and processes. The company describes sustainability as a core element of its mission and strategy.

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From Development to Reliable Supply

Turning innovation into solutions customers can use.
Catexel combines specialty-chemical expertise with an international operating footprint, helping customers move from technical requirements toward dependable commercial solutions and supply. Catexel currently lists locations in Germany, the Netherlands and the United States.

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A Partner for Long-Term Performance

Innovation. Sustainability. Quality.
Catexel positions itself as a dynamic and reliable partner built around these three principles—supporting customers with performance-driven chemistry designed for evolving market requirements.
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    Who We Are

    Founded in 1996, Catexel has grown into a trusted partner for companies in a wide range of industries.

    With our deep technical expertise and customer-focused approach, we deliver innovative chemical solutions that help our customers succeed in a rapidly changing world.

    Our headquarters are in Germany, and we operate internationally with a strong presence in Europe, North America and Asia.

    Our success is built on the dedication of our people, a culture of collaboration and a commitment to continuous improvement.

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    What we do

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    Our Purpose. Our Expertise.

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    Leiden | Netherlands

    Catexel BV
    Biopartner Center Leiden,
    Galileiweg 8,
    2333 BD Leiden
    +31 (0) 3322221
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    Monthey | Switzerland

    Catexel Production Switzerland GmbH
    Rte de l'Ile-au-Bois 372
    1870 Monthey
    Schweiz

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    Wiesbaden | Germany

    Catexel GmbH
    IP Kalle Albert/Building H 578,
    Kasteler Strasse 45,
    65203 Wiesbaden
    +49 611 962 5648

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    West Chester | USA

    Catexel Nease Sales & Administration
    9774 Windisch Road,
    West Chester, OH 45069
    +1 (513) 587-2800

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    Harrison | USA

    Catexel Nease Manufacturing
    10740 Paddys Run Road,
    Harrison, OH 45030
    +1 (513) 738-1255

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    What Our People Say
    “What I love about Catexel is the mix of expertise, teamwork and the freedom to make a real impact. Every day brings new challenges – and the chance to grow together.”
    Emma L.
    Application Chemist
    “What I love about Catexel is the mix of expertise, teamwork and the freedom to make a real impact. Every day brings new challenges – and the chance to grow together.”
    Emma L.
    Application Chemist
    “What I love about Catexel is the mix of expertise, teamwork and the freedom to make a real impact. Every day brings new challenges – and the chance to grow together.”
    Emma L.
    Application Chemist
    “What I love about Catexel is the mix of expertise, teamwork and the freedom to make a real impact. Every day brings new challenges – and the chance to grow together.”
    Emma L.
    Application Chemist
      Our Purpose. Our Expertise.

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      WHY WORK AT CATEXEL?

      More than a job.
      A purpose.

      We are a global specialty chemicals company with a passion for innovation, quality and sustainability. Our teams work together across borders and disciplines to develop high-performance solutions that create real value for our customers – and a better future.

      Global impact

      Work in an international environment with colleagues around the world.

      Growth & development

      We invest in your development and support your ambitions.

      Innovative thinking

      Be part of solutions that meet the challenges of tomorrow.

      People & culture

      Open, respectful and collaborative – that’s how we work.
      REVIEWS
      Employee testimonials
      “What I love about Catexel is the mix of expertise, teamwork and the freedom to make a real impact. Every day brings new challenges – and the chance to grow together.”
      Emma L.
      Application Chemist
      “What I love about Catexel is the mix of expertise, teamwork and the freedom to make a real impact. Every day brings new challenges – and the chance to grow together.”
      Emma L.
      Application Chemist
      “What I love about Catexel is the mix of expertise, teamwork and the freedom to make a real impact. Every day brings new challenges – and the chance to grow together.”
      Emma L.
      Application Chemist
      “What I love about Catexel is the mix of expertise, teamwork and the freedom to make a real impact. Every day brings new challenges – and the chance to grow together.”
      Emma L.
      Application Chemist
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        OUR VALUES. OUR FOUNDATION.

        What drives us – every day.

        People first

        We care for our people and work as one team.

        Excellence

        We pursue the highest standards in everything we do.

        Sustainability

        We take responsibility for our planet and future generations.

        Integrity

        We act with honesty, respect and accountability.
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        MARKET FOCUS

        Your challenges.
        Our solutions.

        From demanding performance requirements to regulatory pressure and sustainability goals, markets face complex challenges.

        Catexel combines innovative chemistry with technical expertise to deliver tailored solutions that improve performance, reduce impact and help your business grow.

        How we add value

        Rising performance expectations

        Our advanced chemistries help you achieve superior results and reliability.

        Sustainability pressure

        Biodegradable and eco-friendly solutions that support your sustainability targets.

        Regulatory complexity

        We help you navigate evolving regulations with safe and compliant solutions.

        Cost and efficiency demands

        Solutions that optimize formulations and improve operational efficiency.

        APPLICATIONS EXPERTISE

        Beyond products.
        Partnership and expertise.

        Our dedicated application laboratories and experienced chemists work side-by-side with you to develop, test and optimize formulations that meet your unique needs.

        Advanced lab capabilities

        State-of-the-art equipment for testing and analysis.

        Tailored formulation support

        From concept to scale-up, we support every step.

        Performance validation

        Testing to ensure results you can rely on.
        PRODUCTS FOR YOUR MARKET

        Explore our solution portfolio

        Bleach Activators

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        Builders

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        Catalysts

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        Dispersants

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        Emulsifiers

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        Hydrotropes/Solubilizers

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        Optical Brightener

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        Rheology Modifiers

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        Soil Release Polymers

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        Surfactants

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          OUR COMMITMENT

          Responsibility is our way of doing business

          Catexel places sustainability at the core of its corporate strategy. The company’s approach connects ethical and transparent governance, climate protection and resource efficiency, circular economy and sustainable products, engaged people and workplace safety, and responsibility across the supply chain.

          The aim is continuous improvement: reducing environmental impact, strengthening responsible sourcing, protecting people and developing chemistry that supports customers’ own sustainability goals.

          Reports & Policies

          Reports & important Information

          Catexel places sustainability at the core of its corporate strategy. The company’s approach connects ethical and transparent governance, climate protection and resource efficiency, circular economy and sustainable products, engaged people and workplace safety, and responsibility across the supply chain.

          The aim is continuous improvement: reducing environmental impact, strengthening responsible sourcing, protecting people and developing chemistry that supports customers’ own sustainability goals.

          Explore our Responsibility

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          CERTIFICATIONS & RECOGNITION

          Proof of our commitment

          ISO 9001

          Quality Management
          Certified management system

          ISO 45001

          Occupational Health & Safety
          Certified management system

          ISO 50001

          Energy Management
          Certified management system

          ISO 14001

          Environmental Management
          Wiesbaden production site
          Product

          WeylClean® CC

          Chelating / complexing agent for cleaning formulations
          WeylClean CC is a biodegradable chelating agent that effectively binds calcium and magnesium ions in hard water, boosting the performance of cleaning formulations across a wide range of home care and industrial applications.
          Key Benefits

          Superior performance in every formulation

          Effective Sequestration

          Binds calcium and magnesium ions to prevent scale and deposit formation.

          Enhanced Cleaning Performance

          Improves the efficiency of surfactants and builders in hard water conditions.

          Readily Biodegradable

          Designed to break down easily, supporting a more sustainable future.

          Formulation Friendly

          Stable, easy to handle and compatible with a wide range of ingredients.

          Versatile Application

          Suitable for home care, industrial cleaning, and I&I formulations.
            Applications

            Built for a wide range of cleaning solutions

            • Household cleaners (laundry detergents, dishwashing, all-purpose cleaners)
            • Industrial & institutional (I&I) cleaners
            • Formulation in liquid, powder and concentrated formats
            Typical Properties

            Product specifications

            PropertyTypical Value
            Appearance (20 °C)
            Clear, colorless to light yellow liquid
            Active content (as GLDA)
            48 – 51 %
            pH (1 % solution)
            7.0 – 8.5
            Density (20 °C)
            1.15 – 1.20 g/cm³
            Solubility in water (20 °C)
            Fully soluble
            Biodegradability
            Readily biodegradable (OECD 301)

            Product Description

            PropertyPeractive® PPeractive® P Super Fine
            Appearance
            Pale yellow free flowing powder
            Pale yellow free flowing powder
            Active content (%)
            Min. 99
            Min. 99
            Particle size range (μm)
            45 – 150
            45-200
            Recommended usage level (%)
            1-15
            1-15

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