Solenis

Solenis is a global specialty chemicals company that develops and manufactures chemistry and related services for processing industries. It focuses on water treatment and process optimization for water-intensive sectors, including pulp and paper, oil and gas, mining, and power generation. The company provides a range of products and services designed to improve efficiency, performance, and sustainability.

Solenis was formed in 2014 as a joint venture between BASF and the private equity firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, combining BASF’s paper and water chemicals businesses with CD&R’s portfolio. Since its inception, Solenis has pursued growth through internal development and acquisitions, expanding its geographic reach and product portfolio.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Solenis operates globally with manufacturing sites, technical centers, and regional offices in more than 120 countries. It serves customers across multiple industries, delivering both standard product lines and customized solutions.

The company’s offerings are organized into three core segments: water treatment and process chemicals for industrial and municipal applications; specialty chemistries for pulp and paper production, including drainage and retention aids and other additives for fiber processing; and chemical processing solutions for other sectors such as oil and gas and mining, including flocculants, scale inhibitors, corrosion inhibitors, and biocides. Solenis also provides digital tools and technical services to support monitoring, optimization, and sustainability goals.