Honoring Victor Rincon’s Retirement

We would like to commemorate Victor Rincon on his retirement from plasticizer sales after a nearly 50-year long career in the chemical industry. His expertise and insights have been a valuable asset to ChemCeed in the past decade that he has served as an independent sales agent for the company. Victor graduated from Rutgers University... Read more »

Implications for Lubricant Manufacturers from Mexico’s Petroleum Theft Issue

In recent years, Mexico has faced a significant challenge in combating fuel theft, leading to substantial economic losses and environmental hazards. To address this issue, The Mexican Ministry of Energy (SENER) and Ministry of Economy published a modified agreement on October 23, 2023 “prohibiting importation into Mexico of 68 tariff categories of petroleum products, including... Read more »

NACD Is now ACD – Alliance for Chemical Distribution

  Alliance for Chemical Distribution Empowered Performance. Unrivaled Expertise. Congratulations to the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (Formerly NACD) on its new name! ChemCeed is proud to be a part of an organization that champions the chemical distribution experts the world depends on! About ACD ChemCeed is a proud member of the Alliance for Chemical Distribution, the... Read more »

Revolutionizing Waste: Turning Rubber into Gas

The world is facing an increasing waste crisis, and one of the most challenging materials to manage is rubber. With the vast amounts of rubber tires, industrial components, and customer products being discarded each year, finding innovative and sustainable solutions for rubber waste is more crucial than ever. Turning rubber into gas is one such... Read more »

A Focus on Sustainability: What Does it Mean for You?

The word “sustainability” and “circular economy” have quickly become buzzwords in our industry, but what do they really mean to you and your company? With most major corporations touting their lofty sustainable goals, it seems to mean something a little different to everyone. In fact, recently the oil giant Shell has caused controversy regarding its... Read more »

ChemCeed Receives Bronze Metal Rating in Sustainability Through EcoVadis

ChemCeed announced today that it has received a bronze metal rating in sustainability through EcoVadis, the world’s leading provider of business sustainability ratings. EcoVadis assesses companies on their environmental, social, and ethical performance. ChemCeed’s bronze metal rating is a testament to its commitment to sustainability and its efforts to reduce its environmental impact. EcoVadis medals... Read more »

Product Feature: Dioctyl Terephthalate (DOTP)

Dioctyl Terephthalate (DOTP) is the diester of terephthalic acid and the branched chain 2-ethylhexanol.  DOTP is a non-phthalate plasticizer and is often used as an alternative to ortho-phthalates, such as DEHP. Industrial Uses Dioctyl Terephthalate (DOTP) is used extensively as a PVC plasticizer.  It is also suitable for applications including film and sheet, calendaring, and... Read more »

ChemCeed to Showcase Lubricant Product Line at the 2023 ILMA Annual Meeting

ChemCeed will be attending the Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association (ILMA) annual meeting this year, as well as sponsoring the Fun Run and Sports Breakfast of Champions at this year’s event.  The event will be held October 7 – 10th, 2023 at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, CA.  This year marks the... Read more »

ChemCeed Joint in Celebrating Truck Driver Appreciation Week

Truck Driver Appreciation Week is an annual event in the United States that typically takes place in the third week of September. It is a time when individuals and businesses come together to show their gratitude and appreciation for the hardworking men and women who make up the trucking industry. This week-long celebration is important... Read more »