About Us

IMCD at a glance

IMCD is creating a world of opportunity as a global leader in the distribution, sales and formulation of speciality chemicals and ingredients.

About IMCD UK & Ireland

IMCD UK & Ireland, a subsidiary of IMCD Group, started its journey in 2007 with the successful acquisition of Honeywill & Stein Limited.

Since then, the company has significantly expanded its portfolio and has cemented itself as a market leader in the distribution of speciality chemicals across the UK & Ireland. IMCD UK & Ireland operates two technical centres in the heart of England, providing state of the art facilities for our Beauty & Personal Care & Homecare and I&I divisions.

About IMCD Group

Our story can be traced back to a small group of companies that came together in 1995 with a vision for the industry. Today, guided by the entrepreneurial spirit of our founders, we operate in more than 60 countries across six continents and proudly employ over 5,246 professionals. In 2025, thanks to the passion and ambition of our team, we generated revenues of EUR 4,779 million.

Our aim is to help our suppliers simplify and grow their business operations through our extensive local networks, market intelligence and technical expertise. 

Our customers benefit from direct access to a large portfolio of high-quality products, avoiding the complexity of dealing with multiple points of contact.
 
As a responsible distributor of speciality chemicals and ingredients, our strategy for growth is underpinned by balancing the needs of our people, the environment, and the communities within which we operate.

We are rightfully proud of our team's diversity, which draws from a range of backgrounds and nationalities, and enables us to benefit from fresh perspectives and ways of problem-solving.

Our core competencies

With in-depth formulation expertise, we cater to local market needs in various applications through strategic marketing and distribution of specialty chemicals.

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About IMCD United Kingdom - Leader in formulation, distribution