Americhem, Inc.

Americhem, Inc. is a global manufacturer specializing in custom color and additive solutions, as well as engineered compounds for the polymer industry. Established in 1941, the company's mission is to deliver innovative polymer solutions, emphasizing performance, solutions, and trust through close collaboration with its customers. Americhem's world headquarters are located in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, with a global operational footprint that includes manufacturing facilities and sales offices across North America, Europe, and Asia.

The company's product portfolio includes custom color masterbatches, additive masterbatches, and engineered compound products, such as single pigment dispersions and various concentrates. These offerings incorporate functional technologies like UV stabilizers, flame retardants, softening agents, and antimicrobials. Americhem serves a diverse range of high-stakes market segments, including healthcare, fibers, building and construction, automotive, consumer, transportation, electronics, and industrial sectors. Beyond products, Americhem provides comprehensive services such as analytical testing, product design, custom manufacturing, customer process simulation, and field support.

In a significant development, Pritzker Private Capital announced an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Americhem, a transaction expected to close in the first quarter of 2025. John Richard serves as the CEO, with Rick Juve continuing as Chairman on the Board of Directors post-acquisition. The company maintains a strong focus on sustainability, evidenced by its EcoVadis Gold rating in 2026, placing it among the top 5% globally for sustainability performance. Recent innovations include the launch of PFAS-free products like EcoLube MD for medical devices and nDryve for functional fibers. Americhem has also expanded its global presence with a new R&D center in Silvassa, India, and a new clean compounding facility in Suzhou, China.