XOM
2nd
ExxonMobil Holdings
$731.48Bn
177.89
-0.21%
+57.84%
The company produces high-margin performance chemicals and advanced materials, such as Proxxima™ systems and specialty chemical products for automotive and construction applications.
CVX
2nd
Chevron
$446.09Bn
225.78
+0.58%
+46.15%
Chevron develops and markets performance additives for lubricating oils and fuels, as well as investing in specialty chemical and specialty plastics markets.
PSX
2nd
Phillips 66
$116.12Bn
291.02
+0.14%
+123.28%
The company produces and markets specialty chemicals through its interest in Chevron Phillips Chemical and manufactures base oils and lubricants within its Marketing and Specialties segment.
GLW
Corning
$114.07Bn
132.42
-0.32%
+55.28%
Corning is a materials science company that manufactures formulated specialty glass and ceramic products, such as cover glass for mobile devices and materials for semiconductor manufacturing. These are high-margin, application-specific products differentiated by performance, fitting the Specialty Chemicals definition for advanced engineered materials.
SHW
2nd
Sherwin Williams
$81.61Bn
336.12
+1.34%
+1.47%
The Performance Coatings Group develops and sells performance-based resins and colorants, which are formulated specialty chemicals used as inputs for various coating applications.
ECL
2nd
Ecolab
$80.76Bn
288.11
+0.79%
+2.83%
The company develops and sells high-value chemical formulations, including detergents, sanitizers, disinfectants, and specialty programs for the petroleum and fuels industry.
HON
2nd
Honeywell International
$67.61Bn
213.32
+1.59%
+4.75%
Within its Process Automation and Technology segment, Honeywell manufactures and sells catalysts and specialty chemicals used in refining and chemical processing.
LYB
2nd
LyondellBasell Industries
$41.32Bn
63.96
+0.38%
+40.20%
Through its APS segment, the company develops and sells advanced polymer solutions, engineered compounds, and performance materials tailored for automotive and electrical applications.
ATI
Ati
$24.91Bn
182.96
-3.34%
+124.74%
ATI produces highly differentiated specialty materials, including nickel-based superalloys, titanium alloys, and specialty metals like zirconium and hafnium. These are formulated performance materials sold to aerospace, medical, and electronics customers, fitting the description of specialty chemicals and advanced engineered materials.
Q
Qnity Electronics
$24.75Bn
118.32
-0.50%
+24.16%
Qnity manufactures performance and specialty chemicals formulated for specific applications, such as cleaning chemistries, sealants, and thermal management solutions. These products are differentiated by formulation and performance for high-value electronics applications rather than being bulk commodities.
PPG
2nd
Ppg Industries
$24.16Bn
108.66
+1.03%
+6.35%
The company produces specialty products such as OLED materials, optical lens materials, and TESLIN substrates, which are formulated performance materials for electronics and labels.
IFF
International Flavors & Fragrances
$23.29Bn
91.21
+0.27%
+41.10%
IFF manufactures performance and specialty chemicals formulated for specific applications, including flavors, fragrances, and functional ingredients. These products are sold to manufacturers in the food, beverage, and personal care industries to enhance sensory appeal and product performance.
DOW
2nd
Dow
$22.18Bn
30.70
+2.06%
+41.93%
The company manufactures performance and specialty chemicals, including silicone-based materials and acrylic monomers, used in electronics and personal care products.
DD
DuPont de Nemours
$17.94Bn
132.88
+2.73%
+30.77%
DuPont manufactures high-performance, application-specific formulated chemicals and materials such as MOLYKOTE specialty lubricants, BETAFORCE structural adhesives, and AMBERLITE ion exchange resins. These products are differentiated by performance and formulation for mission-critical industries rather than being sold as bulk commodities.
MKSI
2nd
Mks
$14.27Bn
211.14
-1.98%
+49.13%
Through its Materials Solutions Division, the company sells advanced chemical processes and specialty chemistry solutions for surface modification, electroless and electrolytic plating, and functional surface finishing for automotive and industrial markets.
AVY
Avery Dennison
$13.52Bn
178.12
+1.45%
+11.15%
Avery Dennison is a leader in materials science, manufacturing pressure-sensitive label materials, performance tapes, and functional materials. These are formulated specialty chemicals and engineered materials sold to converters and manufacturers for specific applications in food, pharmaceutical, and automotive markets.
RPM
2nd
Rpm International
$12.77Bn
100.13
+0.63%
-10.62%
The company produces specialty chemical products such as edible coatings for the pharmaceutical and food industries, as well as high-performance polymer floorings and specialty glazes.
FN
2nd
Fabrinet
$12.74Bn
355.62
-1.91%
-12.74%
Fabrinet designs and fabricates customized optics and glass that are sold separately in the merchant market, which constitutes a specialty engineered materials business.
ALB
2nd
Albemarle
$11.30Bn
95.76
+1.20%
-0.40%
The company manufactures a wide range of specialty chemicals, including brominated fire safety compounds, bromine specialties for food and water safety, and catalysts for hydroprocessing and fluidized catalytic cracking.
AVTR
2nd
Avantor
$11.25Bn
16.63
+2.09%
+9.55%
The company manufactures proprietary high-purity specialty chemicals under the J T Baker brand and high-purity silicone via NuSil for human implants and aerospace applications.
SSL
2nd
Sasol
$10.41Bn
15.91
+1.34%
+188.22%
Sasol manufactures differentiated and specialty chemicals such as phenolics, wax, comonomers, safol, and cobalt catalysts.
SOLS
Solstice Advanced Materials
$10.02Bn
63.06
+4.28%
+30.29%
The company manufactures a wide array of formulated, application-specific performance chemicals, including low global warming potential refrigerants, blowing agents, and laboratory life science chemicals. These products are differentiated by performance and patented technology, serving specialized markets like HVAC/R, pharmaceutical, and semiconductor industries.
TWST
2nd
Twist Bioscience
$8.94Bn
142.70
+2.10%
+335.86%
The company serves the chemicals and materials sector, providing synthetic biology products used for enzyme engineering and sustainable chemical production, generating 93.2 million dollars in revenue from this segment.
ESI
Element Solutions
$8.69Bn
35.65
-0.25%
+37.01%
Element Solutions develops and sells specialty chemicals and material process technologies, such as surface mount technology fluxes, thermal management materials, and metal/plastic finishing chemistries. These are formulated, high-margin products sold for specific applications in electronics and industrial surface finishing rather than bulk commodities.
VIAV
2nd
Viavi Solutions
$8.58Bn
34.73
-0.71%
+163.91%
The company's Optical Security and Performance Products segment designs and manufactures formulated specialty chemicals, including Optical Variable Pigment (OVP) and Optical Variable Magnetic Pigment (OVMP) used in anti-counterfeiting inks for banknotes.
NEU
Newmarket
$8.09Bn
880.02
-0.01%
+17.36%
NewMarket's core business is the production of performance-driven specialty chemicals, specifically lubricant and fuel additive packages including detergents, dispersants, and antiwear agents. These products are formulated for specific applications to enhance engine efficiency and are sold to integrated oil companies and lubricant manufacturers.
WLK
2nd
Westlake
$8.01Bn
62.70
+0.66%
-16.83%
The Performance and Essential Materials segment supplies specialty chemicals and polymer compounds formulated for specific performance characteristics in automotive, aerospace, electronics, and medical device applications.
EMN
Eastman Chemical
$7.26Bn
63.50
+1.60%
+3.18%
Eastman describes itself as a specialty materials company and operates an 'Advanced Materials' segment producing differentiated polymers and films like Tritan copolyesters and Saflex interlayers. Its 'Additives & Functional Products' segment further focuses on high-margin, application-specific products such as Therminol specialty fluids and care additives.
HXL
Hexcel
$6.91Bn
91.35
-0.29%
+44.50%
Hexcel manufactures performance and specialty chemicals including resins, adhesives, and prepregs formulated for high-performance applications. These materials, along with their carbon fiber fabrics, constitute the Composite Materials segment which accounts for approximately 80% of total net sales.
ICL
2nd
Icl
$6.30Bn
4.88
-0.20%
-21.79%
The company manufactures specialty chemicals including bromine-based compounds for flame retardants, phosphorus-based flame retardants, and magnesium products for industrial applications.
INGR
2nd
Ingredion
$6.11Bn
96.84
+0.53%
-20.32%
The company's Texture & Healthful Solutions segment develops innovative, customized formulations, clean label texturizers, and hydrocolloids. These are application-specific performance chemicals used to enhance texture and healthful attributes in food and industrial products.
SXT
Sensient Technologies
$5.76Bn
135.35
+1.74%
+39.81%
Sensient Technologies is widely known as a manufacturer of specialty chemicals, specifically flavors, colors, and fragrances used in food, beverage, and cosmetic applications. While the provided profile is sparse on product details, the company's operational identity as a provider of high-margin, application-specific formulated chemicals aligns with the Specialty Chemicals classification.
BCPC
Balchem
$5.48Bn
171.62
+0.70%
+13.83%
Balchem manufactures performance and specialty chemicals formulated for specific applications, including human-grade choline nutrients, specialty vitamin K2, and microencapsulation solutions for the food and pharmaceutical industries. These products are differentiated by formulation and performance rather than bulk commodity pricing.
CE
2nd
Celanese
$5.22Bn
47.55
-0.67%
+15.86%
The company operates an Engineered Materials segment that produces high-performance specialty polymers, such as liquid crystal polymers and polyoxymethylene, which are formulated for specific applications in medical devices and consumer electronics.
CSW
2nd
Csw Industrials
$5.18Bn
289.66
+0.73%
+19.29%
The Specialized Reliability Solutions segment manufactures high-performance specialty lubricants, sealants, and contamination control products like Jet-Lube and Whitmore for industrial assets.
MTRN
2nd
Materion
$5.00Bn
239.83
-1.65%
+78.58%
The company produces advanced chemicals, vapor deposition targets, and high-temperature braze materials for semiconductor and industrial applications, which are formulated specialty chemicals.
CLMT
Calumet
$4.92Bn
56.05
+0.92%
+198.46%
Calumet's Specialty Products and Solutions segment manufactures and markets formulated specialty chemicals, including solvents, waxes, customized lubricating oils, and esters, which are sold as raw material inputs for consumer and industrial goods.
PRM
2nd
Perimeter Solutions
$4.43Bn
27.06
+2.85%
+22.00%
The company produces phosphorus pentasulfide used as a formulated specialty chemical for lubricant additives, pesticide and mining chemicals, and emerging battery technologies.
CBT
Cabot
$3.80Bn
73.67
+0.29%
+4.33%
Cabot is a specialty chemicals company producing high-margin, application-specific materials such as fumed metal oxides, aerogel, and conductive additives for batteries. These products are formulated for specific performance characteristics in electronics, pharmaceuticals, and automotive applications.
AXTI
2nd
Axt
$3.74Bn
57.09
+0.53%
+1,062.73%
The company sells high-performance compound materials and critical inputs such as purified gallium, indium phosphide base material, and gallium magnesium alloy to third-party customers for use in their own semiconductor and optoelectronic processes.
AVNT
Avient
$3.70Bn
40.35
+2.13%
+26.37%
Avient manufactures formulated specialty chemicals and performance materials, including specialty compounds, colorants, and additives. Its revenue is derived from high-margin, application-specific products like long fiber thermoplastics and structural composites used in defense, healthcare, and transportation.
ASH
Ashland
$3.29Bn
71.74
+0.74%
+43.68%
Ashland is primarily a specialty ingredients company producing high-margin, application-specific formulated chemicals. Its Life Sciences and Personal Care segments provide specialized polymers, biofunctionals, and rheology modifiers for pharmaceutical, nutrition, and cosmetic formulators.
FUL
2nd
Fuller H B
$2.72Bn
50.56
-0.92%
-14.44%
The company describes itself as a marketer of 'specialty chemical products' in addition to adhesives. Its Engineering Adhesives segment provides customized solutions for high-performance applications in electronics and aerospace, which aligns with the formulated specialty chemicals described in M-02.
KWR
Quaker Chemical
$2.72Bn
158.05
+1.29%
+19.54%
Quaker Houghton develops and markets formulated specialty chemicals such as metal removal fluids, corrosion inhibitors, and rolling lubricants. These are high-margin, application-specific products tailored to the production needs of heavy industrial customers in the steel, aluminum, and automotive sectors.
HWKN
Hawkins
$2.72Bn
130.99
-0.33%
-19.73%
Hawkins formulates and blends specialty ingredients for the food, pharmaceutical, and nutrition markets, including vitamins, enzymes, and botanicals. The company provides value-added formulation and processing services to create application-specific chemical solutions for its customers.
ROG
Rogers
$2.45Bn
136.82
+1.55%
+59.43%
Rogers Corporation manufactures high-performance engineered materials, including laminates, specialty substrates, and elastomeric compounds formulated for specific applications like EV power modules and aerospace systems. These are higher-margin, application-specific functional chemicals and materials rather than bulk commodities.
IOSP
Innospec
$2.44Bn
99.16
+1.19%
+33.30%
Innospec is a global specialty chemicals company that develops and manufactures tailored chemical formulations for high-value applications. Its Performance Chemicals segment provides technology-driven solutions for personal care, home care, and industrial markets, which are differentiated by formulation and performance rather than bulk commodity pricing.
NGVT
Ingevity
$2.43Bn
70.56
+0.21%
+25.60%
Ingevity manufactures a wide array of formulated performance chemicals, including caprolactone-based specialty polymers for bioplastics and elastomers, as well as agrochemical dispersants. These products are differentiated by application-specific performance and sold to specialized customers like bioplastics firms and agrochemical companies.
WTTR
2nd
Select Water Solutions
$2.38Bn
18.76
+1.35%
+65.29%
The Chemical Technologies segment develops and manufactures specialty chemicals for hydraulic fracturing and well completions, such as friction reducers, crosslinkers, and surfactants.
CC
2nd
Chemours
$1.95Bn
12.98
+2.85%
-2.48%
The company's Advanced Performance Materials segment manufactures high-end polymers and advanced materials such as Teflon, Viton, and Nafion. These are formulated specialty chemicals providing specific performance attributes like chemical inertness and thermal stability for the semiconductor and medical markets.
MTX
2nd
Minerals Technologies
$1.95Bn
62.56
+0.34%
+2.93%
The company manufactures specialty additives and functional components, such as precipitated calcium carbonate, for use in the pharmaceutical, food, and plastics industries.
OLN
2nd
Olin
$1.73Bn
15.16
-0.20%
-34.80%
The company operates an Epoxy segment that produces formulated solutions, liquid and solid epoxy resins, and additives, representing 20% of its 2025 sales.
PAHC
2nd
Phibro Animal Health
$1.57Bn
38.80
-1.37%
-4.48%
The Performance Products segment manufactures and markets specialty ingredients for the personal care, industrial chemical, and chemical catalyst industries.
HUN
Huntsman
$1.44Bn
8.33
-0.12%
+2.46%
Huntsman describes itself as a manufacturer of differentiated and specialty chemical products, focusing on higher-margin, application-specific formulations. Its Advanced Materials segment provides epoxy resins for aerospace composites and adhesives for electronic assembly, while its Performance Products segment supplies amines for oil field chemicals and surfactants for personal care.
SCL
Stepan
$1.44Bn
63.29
+1.52%
+38.89%
Stepan focuses on performance-based chemical solutions, specifically formulating surfactants, polyurethane polyols, and specialty chemicals for personal care, food flavoring, and pharmaceutical applications. These are higher-margin, application-specific products differentiated by formulation and performance rather than bulk commodity pricing.
ECVT
2nd
Ecovyst
$1.10Bn
10.07
-0.59%
+23.26%
The company produces and sells specialty chemicals, including aluminum sulfate and ammonium bisulfite solutions, used for lubricant improvement and other specific industrial applications.
KODK
2nd
Eastman Kodak
$879.14Mn
8.98
+0.45%
+34.03%
The Advanced Materials and Chemicals segment manufactures specialty chemicals, solvents, and functional printing materials for applications such as printed electronics and transparent antennas. The company also produces unregulated key starting materials for pharmaceuticals and electric vehicle batteries.
FTK
Flotek Industries
$872.12Mn
24.08
-1.71%
+55.76%
Flotek's Chemistry Technologies (CT) segment designs, develops, and manufactures optimized chemistry solutions for hydrocarbon producers to improve returns and lower operational costs. These are formulated, application-specific performance chemicals rather than bulk commodities.
KOP
Koppers Holdings
$787.29Mn
41.63
-3.07%
+54.13%
Koppers is a global leader in wood preservation chemicals, manufacturing specific formulations such as micronized copper azole, alkaline copper quaternary amine, and chromated copper arsenate. These are performance chemicals formulated for the specific application of wood treatment and are sold to lumber treating companies.
ACDC
2nd
ProFrac Holding
$733.95Mn
4.03
-0.98%
+2.28%
Through its Flotek segment, the company sells specialty green chemistry solutions designed to improve hydrocarbon recovery and reduce environmental impact.
DQ
2nd
Daqo New Energy
$698.31Mn
10.32
+2.18%
-62.38%
The company has expanded into the production of polysilicon specifically destined for semiconductor applications, which represents a higher-margin, application-specific specialty material.
BAK
2nd
Braskem
$669.65Mn
1.68
-1.75%
-30.00%
The company operates a 'specialties' business line within its Brazil Segment and produces bio-based products like PE I’m green™, which are differentiated, higher-value materials compared to standard commodity plastics.
LWLG
Lightwave Logic
$641.33Mn
4.16
+5.05%
-18.43%
Lightwave Logic develops and sells the Perkinamine family of electro optic polymer materials, which are formulated specialty chemicals designed for specific high-speed optical modulation applications. These materials are sold to semiconductor foundries and device designers as high-margin, application-specific performance materials.
MATV
Mativ Holdings
$636.69Mn
11.55
+1.32%
+7.14%
Mativ manufactures performance and specialty materials, including high-performance filtration media, nanofiber webs, and composite fabrics. These are formulated, application-specific materials sold to industrial and healthcare manufacturers for use in filters and medical masks.
PKE
Park Aerospace
$565.10Mn
25.65
-1.87%
+27.74%
Park Aerospace manufactures advanced composite materials, including thermoset curing prepregs, film adhesives, and proprietary resin formulations using epoxies and polyimides. These are formulated specialty chemicals designed for specific high-performance aerospace applications, matching the M-02 description of engineered materials and specialty polymers.
RYAM
Rayonier Advanced Materials
$473.44Mn
7.00
+1.74%
-4.89%
The company is a global leader in cellulose specialties, producing high-purity cellulose tailored for specific applications in pharmaceuticals, food, and impact-resistant plastics. These are formulated, high-margin specialty chemicals rather than bulk commodities.
LXFR
2nd
Luxfer Holdings
$462.13Mn
17.27
+0.17%
+31.13%
The company produces zirconium powders used as excipients in the pharmaceutical industry and for automotive catalysis, which are formulated specialty chemicals/materials.
ASPN
Aspen Aerogels
$443.16Mn
5.34
+0.38%
-35.74%
Aspen Aerogels manufactures high-performance aerogel materials, such as the Pyrogel and Cryogel lines, which are formulated specialty materials for specific thermal management applications. These products are differentiated by their performance (two to five times the thermal performance of traditional materials) rather than being bulk commodities.
LPTH
2nd
Lightpath Technologies
$402.44Mn
7.54
+0.53%
-13.63%
The company produces proprietary raw materials and specialty optical glass, such as its BlackDiamond glass, and sells infrared and visible components made from germanium, silicon, and zinc selenide.
MAGN
Magnera
$396.66Mn
11.08
+0.91%
+14.82%
Magnera describes itself as a global supplier of innovative specialty materials comprised of organic and synthetic raw ingredients. It sells these formulated materials for specific applications in healthcare, personal care, and filtration to leading brands and private label producers.
OEC
Orion
$301.83Mn
5.34
-0.37%
-7.93%
Orion produces specialty carbon black grades formulated for specific functional needs such as electrical conductivity for batteries, UV protection for agriculture film, and jetness for automotive base coats. These are high-margin, application-specific performance chemicals sold to coating and ink formulators and battery producers.
NNDM
2nd
Nano Dimension
$295.17Mn
1.40
-1.41%
-24.32%
Through its Adaptive3D segment, the company develops and supplies specialty resins specifically formulated for additive manufacturing processes.
ALTO
Alto Ingredients
$276.17Mn
3.56
+2.01%
+215.04%
Alto Ingredients is a leading producer of specialty alcohols used in cosmetics, sanitizers, and distilled spirits. These are formulated, high-value performance chemicals sold to personal care and food manufacturers, fitting the specialty chemicals profile.
ASPI
ASP Isotopes
$264.20Mn
2.03
-1.46%
-80.21%
The company's core business is the production of high-value, low-volume enriched isotopes such as carbon-14, silicon-28, and ytterbium-176 for specialized applications in semiconductors and pharmaceuticals. These are formulated, application-specific materials rather than bulk commodities.
FF
FutureFuel
$241.25Mn
5.50
-1.43%
+31.26%
The company's largest revenue source (54%) is the custom manufacturing of specialty chemicals, producing unique proprietary molecules for third-party customers. It also produces performance chemicals such as polymer modifiers, specialty solvents, and surfactants sold based on technical specifications.
HDSN
Hudson Technologies
$223.07Mn
5.30
+3.11%
-40.91%
Hudson Technologies manufactures and sells reclaimed and virgin refrigerants, including hydrofluoroolefins and hydrofluorocarbons, which are performance chemicals formulated for specific refrigeration applications. These products are sold to commercial, industrial, and governmental customers, as well as OEMs like Lennox International Inc.
NAGE
2nd
Niagen Bioscience
$198.06Mn
2.51
+0.40%
-65.19%
The company produces and sells Niagen as a proprietary food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade ingredient to manufacturers of dietary supplements and foods. This constitutes the sale of a formulated specialty chemical/ingredient for specific applications.
MVST
2nd
Microvast Holdings
$192.27Mn
0.50
-1.96%
-91.74%
The company operates a Battery Components segment that develops and sells proprietary cathode, anode, electrolyte, and separator materials to third-party battery manufacturers.
PLG
2nd
Platinum Group Metals
$130.58Mn
1.16
+3.57%
-54.86%
Through its interest in Lion Battery Technologies Inc., the company may generate income from the sale of platinum and palladium based catalyst materials for batteries, which are formulated specialty chemicals.
ACNT
Ascent Industries
$124.15Mn
13.78
+1.85%
+13.51%
Ascent Industries develops and manufactures performance-driven chemical solutions, including surfactants, defoamers, lubricating agents, and flame retardants. These are formulated specialty chemicals sold as critical ingredients for applications in personal care, water treatment, and oilfield production.
CBUS
2nd
Cibus
$106.23Mn
1.39
+6.11%
-16.27%
The company operates a Sustainable Ingredients segment that produces bio-based alternatives such as biofragrances and lauric oils for consumer-packaged goods companies, which are formulated specialty chemicals.
UFI
2nd
Unifi
$102.04Mn
5.49
-1.96%
+22.00%
The company produces specialty, solution-dyed, and recycled fibers under the REPREVE brand, which are differentiated by sustainability and traceability for specific brand partners.
KBLB
Kraig Biocraft Laboratories
$89.23Mn
0.08
-11.11%
-11.11%
Kraig Biocraft manufactures recombinant spider silk fibers, which are advanced engineered materials formulated for specific high-performance applications. These fibers are sold as specialty inputs to manufacturers of performance apparel, luxury fashion, and flexible composites.
FSI
Flexible Solutions International
$80.69Mn
6.32
+0.00%
-27.36%
The company develops and manufactures specialty chemical products, specifically thermal polyaspartates (TPAs), which are formulated for specific applications such as corrosion and scaling prevention in oilfields and utilities. These products, including brands like EX-10 and Amisorb, are performance-based functional chemicals rather than bulk commodities.
ARQ
Arq
$79.77Mn
1.86
+4.49%
-73.43%
Arq manufactures and sells activated carbon products, including powdered, granular, and colloidal carbon powder, which are formulated specialty chemicals used for capturing impurities and pollutants. These products are sold as high-margin, application-specific consumables to coal-fired power plants and water treatment facilities.
FEAM
2nd
5E Advanced Materials
$77.03Mn
2.57
+0.00%
-58.55%
The company has a dedicated segment for Downstream Advanced Boron Material Processing, developing higher-value boron-derived materials like meta boric acid for specialty applications.
NTIC
Northern Technologies International
$73.12Mn
7.70
-0.26%
+3.22%
The company's primary revenue driver is the ZERUST® line, which provides formulated corrosion prevention solutions including liquids, coatings (Axxatec™, Axxanol™), and vapor-phase inhibitors. These are performance-based specialty chemicals designed for specific industrial applications in automotive, mining, and oil and gas sectors.
CPSH
2nd
Cps Technologies
$67.47Mn
3.48
+0.29%
-13.43%
The company specializes in advanced materials and formulated specialty polymers/compounds, specifically metal matrix composites that combine metals and ceramics to achieve specific thermal and structural performance properties.
LNZA
2nd
LanzaTech Global
$66.10Mn
5.05
+3.06%
-81.80%
LanzaTech utilizes synthetic biology and specialized microbes to create high-value chemicals and derivatives, fitting the profile of performance and engineered materials.
SLSN
2nd
Solesence
$63.58Mn
0.90
+1.12%
-76.80%
The company manufactures and supplies active pharmaceutical ingredients, specifically surface-engineered zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, to global personal care manufacturers. These are formulated specialty chemicals used as active ingredients in sunscreens and skin health products.
CITR
CitroTech
$58.98Mn
2.62
-9.03%
—
The company develops and markets non-toxic, food-grade flame retardants and fire suppression products like MFB31-CitroTech™ and MFB34-CitroTech™. These are formulated specialty chemicals designed for specific applications such as wildfire defense and treating lumber to inhibit fire and mold.
BRLL
2nd
Barrel Energy
$56.37Mn
0.50
+0.00%
-43.18%
The company manufactures and distributes proprietary eco-friendly cleaning products under the Happy Traps Cleaners brand, which are formulated for specific use in commercial kitchen environments.
ZTEKF
Zentek
$49.58Mn
0.46
+12.20%
-46.51%
Zentek develops and sells functionalized graphene additives and advanced nanomaterials, which are performance-based specialty chemicals. These products are formulated for specific applications in clean technology and green energy solutions.
SCIA
SCI Engineered Materials
$45.83Mn
10.00
+1.32%
+139.81%
The company manufactures advanced, application-specific materials such as sputtering targets, evaporation sources, and transparent conductive oxides used for PVD thin film applications. These are formulated specialty materials sold to customers in the aerospace, automotive, and semiconductor industries, fitting the description of high-margin, performance-based specialty chemicals/materials.
FTEK
2nd
Fuel Tech
$43.08Mn
1.38
+0.73%
-55.48%
The FUEL CHEM segment provides proprietary TIFI targeted in furnace injection chemical programs designed to control slagging, fouling, and corrosion in boilers.
VRDR
2nd
Verde Resources
$39.13Mn
0.03
-25.00%
-66.67%
The company develops and sells proprietary specialty chemicals and formulated agents, such as the Verde V24 cold mix emulsifying agent and the TerraZyme enzyme-based soil stabilizer, which are differentiated by their specific performance and environmental applications.
EXOZ
Exozymes
$38.61Mn
4.16
+4.79%
-65.90%
Exozymes engineers advanced enzymes to produce high-value compounds and specialty chemicals, such as isobutanol for sustainable aviation fuel. Its revenue model is based on licensing its technology platform and selling specialized enzymes for these specific industrial applications.
UG
2nd
United Guardian
$31.06Mn
6.76
-0.73%
-10.46%
The company manufactures and sells specialty cosmetic and sexual wellness ingredients, which account for approximately 29% of sales, through distributors like Ashland Specialty Ingredients and Brenntag Specialties.
BCHT
2nd
Birchtech
$22.96Mn
1.18
-1.67%
-65.29%
Birchtech produces specialty activated carbon technologies and performance-based sorbents, which are formulated specialty chemicals used for specific purification applications.
RDGL
2nd
Vivos
$22.77Mn
0.05
+0.00%
-37.50%
Vivos generates revenue from the sale of PLGA g PEG polymers and PrecisionGel, which are formulated specialty polymer and hydrogel products used for delivering active pharmaceutical ingredients.
CSCIF
COSCIENS Biopharma
$20.66Mn
6.49
+0.00%
+147.71%
COSCIENS manufactures and sells formulated, plant-based active ingredients such as beta glucan, avenanthramides, and oat peptides. These are high-margin, application-specific specialty chemicals sold to manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetic, and medical industries.
NNUP
Nocopi Technologies
$19.96Mn
1.70
+0.00%
+3.66%
Nocopi Technologies develops and markets specialty reactive inks, such as rubbing-activated and invisible inks, which are formulated for specific performance applications in entertainment and security. These are high-margin, application-specific functional chemicals rather than bulk commodity chemicals.
PMEC
2nd
Primech Holdings
$16.90Mn
0.44
+7.32%
-79.53%
The company manufactures and trades cleaning chemicals and detergents under the D'Bond brand for external sale, which falls under formulated specialty chemicals.
DYAI
2nd
Dyadic International
$14.21Mn
0.39
+2.63%
-65.49%
Through its Dapibus platform, the company produces non-animal proteins and enzymes for food, nutrition, and bio-industrial markets, which are formulated specialty chemicals.
PURE
Pure Bioscience
$9.10Mn
0.07
-12.50%
-12.50%
Pure Bioscience manufactures specialty antimicrobial chemicals based on stabilized ionic silver (Silver Dihydrogen Citrate), which are formulated for specific applications in food safety and personal care. The company sells SILVÉRION as a raw material ingredient for personal care manufacturers and PURE Control as a processing aid for the food industry.
BON
Bon Natural Life
$9.02Mn
1.11
+0.00%
-41.88%
Bon Natural Life manufactures performance and specialty chemicals formulated for specific applications, including fragrance compounds like ambroxide and sclareol for perfume and detergent producers. Its revenue is derived from high-margin, application-specific natural ingredients sold to the personal care, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical sectors.
NAII
2nd
Natural Alternatives International
$6.99Mn
1.16
+0.87%
-57.04%
The company generates revenue through the direct sale of raw materials and licensing of intellectual property related to beta-alanine, specifically through brands like CarnoSyn®, SR CarnoSyn®, and TriBsyn™. These are formulated specialty chemicals sold as inputs for nutritional products.
YMAT
2nd
J-Star Holding
$5.61Mn
2.01
+9.84%
-58.12%
The company develops and sells carbon fiber prepreg sheets and proprietary resin systems (such as Nano-CT and Nano-GS), which are formulated specialty chemicals used as high-performance materials.
INM
InMed Pharmaceuticals
$5.58Mn
1.34
-2.19%
-37.67%
The company generates its current revenue primarily through its subsidiary BayMedica LLC, which manufactures and sells bulk rare cannabinoids like cannabichromene and cannabidivarin. These are sold as specialty chemical ingredients to B2B customers in the nutraceutical, cosmetic, and functional food sectors.
GURE
2nd
Gulf Resources
$5.46Mn
3.01
+1.69%
-47.19%
The company manufactures formulated chemical products for specific applications, including oil and gas field exploration agents, papermaking chemicals, and materials for human and animal antibiotics.
ADMT
2nd
Adm Tronics Unlimited
$3.38Mn
0.05
+0.00%
-44.44%
The company develops and sells water-based chemical additives and specialty topical formulations for medical and cosmetic applications, which are formulated performance chemicals.
CNEY
Cn Energy
$2.00Mn
0.40
+0.00%
-79.59%
CN Energy manufactures wood-based activated carbon, which is a performance-based specialty material used for specific applications in pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and water purification sectors. Its revenue is derived from selling these high-purity formulated materials to wholesalers and deep-processing firms.
VYST
2nd
Vystar
$1.72Mn
0.07
+0.00%
-41.67%
The company produces a specialized, deproteinized version of natural rubber latex (Vytex) formulated for specific high-value applications where allergen reduction is paramount, fitting the profile of a performance/specialty chemical.
DXST
2nd
Decent Holding
$786.50K
1.21
-9.02%
-96.47%
The company generates 16.15% of its revenue from the sale of standalone microbial products, including COD-decreasing bacteria, algae removal bacteria, and ammonia nitrogen decreasing bacteria, which are formulated specialty chemicals for water quality enhancement.
TANH
Tantech Holdings
$466.74K
10.13
+1.81%
-87.94%
Tantech manufactures formulated specialty chemicals and functional products under the Charcoal Doctor brand, including air purifiers, deodorants, bamboo vinegar-based detergents, and sanitizers. These are high-margin, application-specific products differentiated by their bamboo-based formulation.
SMTK
SmartKem
$226.01K
0.44
-6.38%
-99.63%
SmartKem develops and sells formulated organic semiconductor inks and materials, specifically its TRUFLEX® semiconductor polymer platform. These are high-margin, application-specific performance chemicals used for thin film transistors, which fits the description of specialty chemicals.
TSEOQ
Trinseo
$0.00
0.00
—
-100.00%
Trinseo focuses on specialty material solutions, producing customized compounds, high-performance rigid thermoplastic compounds (PC/ABS blends), and specialty PMMA resins for automotive, medical, and electronics applications. Its Engineered Materials segment emphasizes differentiation through high-performance grades and sustainable formulations, which aligns with the specialty chemicals definition.