A specialist portfolio connected through chemistry and innovation.

Key products, including Sodium Borohydride, Synhydrid®, Piperhydride®, and DMDS, enable efficient, reliable, and sustainable global cropprotection and agrochemical manufacturing processes.

We support the downstream industry with sulfiding agents, a wide range of additives and our marker and dye portfolio, for use in in gasoline, diesel, biorefineries and petrochemical production.

We provide reduction chemistry expertise and supply intermediates such as Timberlove® (ambroxide) and Sorbyl chemistry products for fragrance and flavour applications.

Our fiscal markers, specialty markers, and solvent dyes secure product authenticity and ensure compliance in regulated fuel markets.

Our portfolio integrates chemicals, lubricants, and EPC solutions, supporting industrial operations from raw material inputs to output optimisation.

We supply pulping agents, bleaching chemicals, and process additives that optimise efficiency, reliability, and sustainability throughout papermaking operations.

By applying intermediates and synthesis expertise from pharmaceutical and fragrances, we deliver advanced, high-performance solutions for personal care.

Supplying Sodium Borohydride, Synhydrid®, and specialised intermediates, we serve pharmaceutical manufacturing hubs across Europe, USA, China, and India.

A specialist portfolio connected through chemistry and innovation.

Chematek’s Oceania headquarters are in Perth, with representation, offices and warehousing across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and New Zealand.

Chematek’s presence in China, led by Topstar International since 2004, includes Shanghai headquarters with Shanghai and Tianjin warehouses.

Chematek India is a key international hub based in Nariman Point, Mumbai, with warehouses on both coasts to serve local and global markets.

Chematek USA specialises in reduction chemistry, sulfiding solutions, proprietary markers & dyes, and reduction step synthesis with local stock and warehouses on East and West Coast.

Our corporate headquarters are located in San Vittore Olona near Milan, serving as a central hub for our administrative and operating functions. Our EPC division is based in Livorno.

Chematek France combines sector expertise, local language capability and cultural understanding with direct access to Chematek’s global supply and technical infrastructure.

Chematek Singapore plays a strategic role linking Europe, Asia and Oceania. Optimised warehousing and logistics enable efficient stock positioning, shorter lead times and reliable access across Asia-Pacific.

Chematek Suisse supports customers in high-regulation, high-precision sectors. We reduce regulatory, legal and financial friction for Swiss-based and international partners.

Chematek UK provide local logistics, storage and compliance expertise backed by Chematek’s global sourcing network and corporate product portfolio.

A specialist portfolio connected through chemistry and innovation.

We deliver engineering, procurement, and construction solutions for water treatment and Oil & Gas. Our modular and mobile plants, plus certified designs, support leading global partners with innovative, scalable infrastructure.

With 50 years of expertise, our portfolio exceeds 100 products, including 30 EU REACH registered. We provide reducing agents, custom synthesis, global sourcing, and end-to-end supply chain services worldwide

Our lubricants serve automotive, industrial, agricultural, and transport industries. Through Verus, we deliver global development, manufacturing, and distribution expertise, offering stand-alone branding, co-brand partnerships, and exclusive ENI distribution rights in Australia.

We supply specialised sulfiding agents worldwide, including custom packaging and in-situ sulfiding services. Our portfolio includes fiscal markers, solvent dyes, and additives engineered to meet stringent legal, technical, and performance specifications globally.

Synhydrid® is a safer, versatile reducing agent replacing LAH and Dibal. Modified variants substitute hazardous reagents. Our portfolio includes Piperhydride®, Timberlove® ambroxide, and sorbyl-based products for Flavours, Fragrances, and Agri-Chem markets.

SAFE, SECURE & RELIABLE ALTERNATIVES

The Complete Guide to Synhydrid® & Piperhydride®

Discover the potential of Synhydrid® and Piperhydride® as reducing agents in organic synthesis.

Using detailed comparisons, learn how their properties differ from traditional reducing agents and how they are being used in real-world applications.

Content Provided

  • Synthesis and physicochemical properties of Synhydrid® and Piperhydride®.
  • A comparison with other reducing agents (LiAlH4, NaBH4).
  • The reaction mechanisms for various functional group transformations.
  • Applications in the synthesis across various categories including pharmaceuticals (Tolterodine, Sofosbuvir).

Key Takeaways

A Safer, More Versatile Alternative

Synhydrid® addresses the pyrophoric nature and hazardous handling associated with LiAlH4 and DIBAL-H and overcomes limitations of NaBH4 in reducing a wider range of functional groups.

Targeted Reductions

Synhydrid® provides better control over reduction reactions compared to LiAlH4.

Solve Solubility Constraints

Synhydrid® allows for selective reduction of target functional groups while minimising interference with others.

Partial Reductions

Piperhydride® facilitates selective reductions (esters to aldehydes, lactones to lactols) at lower temperatures

SYNHYDRID® VS SODIUM BOROHYDRIDE

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Find out how Synhydrid® is able to replace other metal hydride agents like Sodium Borohydride with greater safety and more selective reductions.

Take a look at our white paper today for information on handling, storage, and experimental procedures for using Synhydrid® and Piperhydride®.

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