A tradition of excellence in polymer science

Synthomer is an innovative global chemical company whose scientists make a difference to people’s everyday lives. In and around the home and workplace, and out and about, thousands of products have either been made possible or improved by our specialists.

First dispersions and resins plant opened in 1952

Synthomer’s origins date back to a production site at Harlow, UK, constructed in 1952. The primary products were polyvinyl acetate resin dispersions and solid polyvinyl alcohol resin. Today, Harlow is Synthomer’s global headquarters.

A tradition of excellence in polymer science

Synthomer continues to achieve steady growth by focusing on speciality niche segments of the markets, and by being faster and more responsive than its competitors. Success has been achieved by working closely with existing and potential customers to ensure that we understand their needs and surpass their product and service expectations. Today Synthomer markets a broad range of polymer dispersions and is the world-leader in:

? Nitrile latex for the household, industrial and medical/examination glove industry.
? Polyvinyl alcohol additives for the PVC industry.
? Styrene butadiene rubber (SBR) products for construction chemicals.

A global polymer company

Synthomer is active in all major regions of the globe: Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. We also have a network of carefully selected and trained distributors and agents. As a result, you can rely on prompt service, wherever your business is located. Synthomer is the largest business in the Yule Catto chemicals group, which is also based in Harlow, UK.