Our Pillars

Chemicals

Our focus is on future-fit chemistry that performs, protects and progresses.

We recognise that chemicals are essential to modern life—powering industries, protecting health, and supporting daily living. But as the world demands more transparency, safety and sustainability, so too must our chemistry evolve. That’s why we’re pioneering smarter, safer, and more responsible chemical solutions across industrial, specialty and food-grade sectors. From green surfactants in home and personal care, to eco-efficient industrial formulations, to technical support that ensures safety and compliance—we’re creating value not only for our customers, but for the communities and environments they serve.

Annual Production Capacity in Chemicals

350,000+ Tonnes

Our Strategic Imperative

Safer Chemistry for a Changing World

We see sustainability not as a trend but as a transformation. Our responsibility is to lead the industry with solutions that are safer for people, smarter for business, and kinder to the planet.  We’re reimagining what’s possible—one molecule at a time.

Business Units

AECI Chemicals is a diversified business made up of four specialised units that serve key sectors across the continent. From essential raw materials in Industrial Chemicals, to high-value formulations in Speciality Chemicals, and critical solutions in Agri Health and Water, the group delivers impact at scale. Together, these business units enable AECI to drive growth, sustainability, and innovation across Africa’s industrial and environmental landscape.

Chemical innovation that drives performance

From chemistry to capability