What Catalynt does

Catalynt Solutions, Inc. is a private, certified woman-owned chemical distribution and custom manufacturing company headquartered in Edmonds, Washington, with a manufacturing facility in Bensenville, Illinois. Founded in 1994, the company distributes chemical raw materials and ingredients — including acids, alcohols, amines, glycols, surfactants, specialty chemicals, and products such as Maleic Anhydride Briquettes, BHT, Ethylhexyl Glycerin, Rapeseed Lecithin, Caustic Soda, Citric Acid, and Glycerine — across 18 industry verticals including food ingredients, pharmaceuticals, personal care, water treatment, oil & gas, adhesives & sealants, and household & industrial cleaning. Catalynt sources from a global network of partners in 17 countries, stocking products in warehouses across the United States for distribution to North American industrial customers.

The company operates a sales-led B2B go-to-market model with dedicated customer service coordinators serving as single points of contact for account management, supplemented by an inside sales group and product line developers targeting industry-specific opportunities. Revenue is generated through two streams: transaction-fee distribution of raw materials and ingredients, and professional-services revenue from custom manufacturing and packaging at the Bensenville facility. Pricing is quote-based with no public disclosure, and standard sample weights of 0.5-1 kilogram support the customer evaluation process. The company holds SBA, WOSB, WBENC, and NGLCC certifications, providing preferred-vendor status with organizations seeking diverse suppliers, and maintains GHS regulatory compliance with 24-hour emergency response coordination.

Catalynt holds exclusive manufacturer relationships (including Giiava for Lecithin) and is investing in operational modernization through a November 2025 partnership with Agilis Commerce to deploy AI solutions for product master data management and customer engagement. Recent executive additions include a VP of Sales (February 2025) and VP of Brand & Quality Assurance (January 2026), reflecting investment in commercial scaling and brand governance. The company maintains an active thought leadership presence on tariffs, trade policy, and regulatory developments affecting the chemical distribution industry.

Name

Catalynt

Legal name

Catalynt Solutions, Inc.

Website

https://teamcatalynt.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Catalynt is a certified woman-owned chemical distributor and custom manufacturer supplying raw materials and ingredients across 18 industry verticals in North America from a global sourcing network spanning 17 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Chemical Distribution

NAICS

Chemical Manufacturing (325), Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing (32519), Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing (32518), All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing (325998)

SIC

Industrial Organic Chemicals (2860), Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890)

akta.pro primary industry

Chemicals & Petrochemicals (Non-Hazmat Specialized Handling) (TLAIALAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Packaging, Filling & Repacking Services (bottling, bagging, relabeling) (AFABAIAG), Custom Synthesis & Technical Active Ingredient (AI) Manufacturing (intermediates, actives) (AFABAIAI)

Keywords

• Chemical raw materials distribution
• Specialty ingredients supply
• Custom contract manufacturing
• Industrial chemical sourcing
• Import export logistics

Headquarters

HQ city

Seattle

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Raw Materials Distribution: Distribution of chemical raw materials and ingredients to industrial customers across multiple sectors including water treatment, oil & gas, food ingredients, personal care, and pharmaceuticals.
2. Custom Manufacturing & Packaging Services: Custom manufacturing and packaging services as a certified woman-owned custom manufacturing and packaging service provider.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Catalynt is a certified woman-owned supplier and distributor of chemical raw materials and ingredients serving 18+ industrial verticals including water treatment, oil & gas, food ingredients, personal care, pharmaceuticals, adhesives, coatings, and cleaning. Beyond distribution, the company offers custom manufacturing and packaging services from its Bensenville, IL facility, supplemented by value-added support such as dedicated customer coordinators, logistics, import/export expertise, compliance management, and sample programs.

Product overview

Catalynt is a certified woman-owned custom manufacturing and packaging service provider and supplier of raw materials and ingredients in North America. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of chemical raw materials including acids, alcohols, amines, glycols, surfactants, and specialty chemicals, distributed across 20+ industries such as food ingredients, pharmaceuticals, personal care, water treatment, and industrial applications. Catalynt's offering combines product distribution with value-added services including dedicated logistics support, import/export expertise, compliance management, sample programs, and custom manufacturing capabilities. The company operates with exclusive manufacturer relationships and provides sourcing solutions, quality product alternatives, and personal customer service as a full-service supplier.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Raw Materials & Ingredients Distribution Distribution of chemical raw materials and ingredients — acids, alcohols, amines, glycols, surfactants, and specialty chemicals — to industrial manufacturers across food, pharmaceuticals, personal care, water treatment, adhesives, coatings, cleaning, oil & gas, and other sectors.
• Custom Manufacturing & Packaging Custom manufacturing and packaging services for raw materials and ingredients, operated from Catalynt's manufacturing facility in Bensenville, IL. Includes dedicated production runs and packaging configurations tailored to customer specifications.
• Support & Logistics Services Dedicated single point-of-contact customer service coordinator for each account, with inventory management, freight optimization, and customs clearance support for import/export operations.
• Import/Export Expertise & Partnerships Full-service distribution support including customs clearance, regulatory compliance reviews, product and manufacturing plant reviews, and management of pre-shipment samples and product specifications across global sourcing points.
• Compliance & Regulatory Management Transportation and carrier management, warehousing partnerships, supplier verification processes, GHS regulation compliance, and 24-hour emergency response coordination (INFOTRAC).
• Sample Program Product sampling service allowing customers to evaluate chemicals before purchase, with standard 0.5-1 kilogram samples shipped with appropriate documentation; processing fees may apply.
• Maleic Anhydride Briquettes High-purity chemical (CAS 108-31-6) for resins, adhesives, and coatings applications, distributed by Catalynt.
• Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT) Antioxidant and preservative chemical used across various industrial and consumer applications, distributed by Catalynt.
• Rapeseed Lecithin Food-grade emulsifier and lubricant (CAS 8002-43-5) sourced exclusively from manufacturer Giiava, available in powder and liquid forms, distributed by Catalynt across U.S. warehouses.
• Ethylhexyl Glycerin Versatile preservative booster and skin conditioner (CAS 70445-33-9) for cosmetic applications, distributed by Catalynt.
• Caustic Soda (Sodium Hydroxide) pH adjuster and alkaline chemical (CAS 1310-73-2) for water treatment, chemical neutralization, petroleum refining, and cleaning applications, available in solid, flake, and liquid forms.
• Citric Acid Natural preservative and flavoring agent (CAS 77-92-9) used in food, beverages, and cleaning products.
• Caustic Potash Flakes (Potassium Hydroxide) White odorless solid (CAS 1310-58-3) used in glass manufacture, cleaners, petroleum industry, and food processing.
• Calcium Carbonate Mineral substance (CAS 471-34-1) used in agricultural lime, calcium supplements, food, and cosmetics.
• Calcium Chloride Inorganic salt (CAS 10043-52-4) used in refrigeration plants, ice and dust control, and concrete applications.
• Coconut Oil Edible oil (CAS 8001-31-8) extracted from coconut kernel, used in food and pharmaceutical industries.
• Titanium Dioxide White pigment with high refractive index (CAS 13463-67-7) used in sunscreen, photocatalysts, and wastewater remediation.
• Glycerine Colorless, odorless, viscous liquid (CAS 56-81-5) used as humectant, solvent, and sweetener in food, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products.
• Propylene Glycol USP/K High-purity solvent and humectant (CAS 57-55-6) for cosmetics, industrial, and specialty applications.

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Agilis CommercecoreTechnology or Integration · 5 November 2025Catalynt appointed Agilis Commerce to modernize its systems using AI solutions, aiming to improve data integrity and customer service. The partnership addresses legacy system limitations and is expected to facilitate faster decisions and operational efficiency through streamlined product master data management.
• GiiavacoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerExclusive manufacturer relationship for Lecithin products. Giiava is a world-class, large-scale manufacturer of Lecithin. Catalynt imports and stocks various premium quality Lecithin grades in warehouses across the United States. Giiava ensures quality through rigorous multi-stage checks spanning from sourcing to processing, storage, and packaging.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• IMCD: Specialty chemicals and ingredients distributor with a focus on formulation and technical application support across personal care, food, pharmaceuticals, and industrial markets. Directly comparable in the specialty distribution model with exclusive manufacturer partnerships and value-added technical services.
• Azelis: Global specialty chemicals and food ingredients distributor serving personal care, pharma, food, and industrial markets with a strong emphasis on application development and exclusive supplier partnerships. Directly comparable business model centered on specialty distribution with value-added formulation support.
• Barentz: Specialty ingredients distributor focused on human nutrition, animal nutrition, personal care, and industrial markets with strong exclusive manufacturer relationships. Comparable in the specialty ingredients distribution model with exclusive partnerships and custom formulation services.
• ICC Chemical: Mid-sized specialty chemical distributor focused on industrial chemicals, food ingredients, and personal care materials with global sourcing capabilities. Comparable in scale and scope as a specialty distributor serving diverse industrial verticals.
• Hawkins, Inc. Mid-sized North American specialty chemical distributor serving water treatment, food, pharmaceutical, and industrial customers with both bulk and blended chemicals. Closely comparable in scale and vertical mix, with similar blend of distribution and custom blending services.
• Charkit Chemical: Specialty chemicals and ingredients distributor serving personal care, food, pharmaceutical, and industrial markets with a focus on niche and difficult-to-source materials. Closely comparable as a mid-sized specialty distributor with custom sourcing and customer service orientation.
• Caldic: Global specialty chemicals and ingredients distributor serving food, personal care, pharma, and industrial markets with a focus on formulation solutions and exclusive partnerships. Directly comparable in business model combining distribution with custom manufacturing and formulation services.

Broad incumbents

• Brenntag: Global market leader in chemical and ingredients distribution with operations across life science, personal care, food, and industrial end markets. Comparable in the chemicals distribution and specialty ingredients space, though with global scale and broader geographic reach than Catalynt.
• Univar Solutions: One of the largest North American chemical distributors, offering specialty and commodity chemicals across industrial, food, personal care, and pharmaceutical end markets. Comparable as a direct competitor in chemical raw materials distribution, though at vastly larger scale than Catalynt.

Regional players

• TER Chemicals: European-focused chemical distribution and trading company with presence in industrial chemicals, food, and personal care ingredients. Comparable as a mid-sized chemical distributor, though primarily serving European rather than North American markets.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/@TeamCatalynt
• Facebookfacebook.com/teamcatalynt
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/teamcatalynt
• Instagraminstagram.com/teamcatalynt

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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