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Libra Speciality Chemicals are delighted to announce that we have cut ground on our latest multi-million-pound capital investment programme in Irlam, UK, continuing our commitment to the future of the UK chemical industry. Read More

About Libranox AO 12/14

Libranox AO12/14 is compatible with a variety of surfactants and provides excellent viscosity control, foam boosting, and grease cutting properties in a number of formulations. Libranox AO12/14 exhibits synergistic effects when formulated into both anionic and non-ionic surfactant systems. It is also stable in both acidic and alkaline formulations. Additionally, Libranox AO12/14 creates dense clinging foam when injected into highly alkaline surface cleaners. Read More

Libra Speciality Chemicals have been the proud distributor of Kolb’s range of ethoxylates in the UK for an impressive 35 years. With a wide range of products that complement Libra’s own range of manufactured surfactants, our enduring partnership with Kolb is one which brings tremendous value to our customers. Read More

About Libratex MS3

Libratex MS3 is suitable for use in a wide range of personal care applications, due to it being naturally based. It generates a very dense foam which makes it an ideal component for use in shampoo, foam bath and body wash formulations. Libratex MS3 produces a very mild product that is kind to skin and reduces eye irritation, making it the perfect anionic surfactant for use in the personal care industry. Read More

About Libranol CDG

Libranol CDG is a non-ionic surfactant which is compatible with most surfactant types. Libranol is a high-quality alkanolamine, a chemical compound that contains amino (-NH, -NHR, and -NR) and hydroxyl (-OH). The compound is a viscous liquid which produces moderate foam, as well as excellent wetting and thickening properties making it useful for a variety of applications. Read More

About Libramul IPA

Libramul IPA is a high-quality anionic surfactant that can be used in a variety of industries. It is an amine salt and functions as an emulsifying agent for organic solvents, waxes, and mineral oils. Read More

To celebrate National Chemistry Week, we at Libra would like to detail our positive impact on the chemical industry and what we have achieved in just under half a century since we started our mission to be a leading UK chemical manufacturer and global distributor of surfactants and speciality industrial chemicals. Read More

The UK Department for International Trade, supported by ChemUK, is launching its own virtual chemical trade show this year. Libra Speciality Chemicals are pleased to announce that we will be attending this digital exhibition, UK ChemOnline, this November 19^th-20^th. Read More

Libra Speciality Chemicals are pleased to announce that we will be attending the Chemspec Digital exhibition this November 11^th-12^th. Despite the postponement of Chemspec Europe due to the Covid-19 outbreak, we can still offer consumers the opportunity to learn more about our products thanks to Chemspec Digital. Read More