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Overview
Stepan Company is a global manufacturer of specialty and intermediate chemicals used in a variety of industries including cleaning products, food processing, and personal care products. The company was founded in 1932 and is headquartered in Northfield, Illinois. Stepan operates manufacturing facilities and research and development centers in North and South America, Europe, and Asia. Stepan prides itself on its commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices. The company has received several awards and certifications for its environmental efforts, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Award and the Dow Jones Sustainability Index. The company offers a wide range of products, including surfactants, emulsifiers, solvents, and polyols, which are used in various household and industrial applications. Some of their popular brands include STEPANATE, STEPANQUAT, STEPANPOL, and STEPANTEX. Stepan has a diverse customer base, with its products being used in household cleaning products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners, personal care products, and more. The company also supplies chemicals to the agricultural, oilfield, and plastics industries. In addition to its core chemical manufacturing business, Stepan also has a consumer products division that develops and sells environmentally-friendly cleaning products under the brands BIOQUEST® and BiOH®. Overall, Stepan Company is a leading manufacturer and innovator in the chemical industry, known for its commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices.
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