DKSH Opens New Specialty Chemicals Innovation Center in Thailand

DKSH Performance Materials has inaugurated its newly renovated, state-of-the-art Specialty Chemicals Innovation Center in Bangkok, Thailand, reinforcing its commitment to cutting-edge solutions for partners in the chemical industry. The upgraded facility features advanced technologies to support customized formulation development, technical training, and application expertise for a wide range of industrial uses.

Bangkok, Thailand, June 16, 2025 – DKSH’s Business Unit Performance Materials, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, has unveiled its newly renovated Specialty Chemicals Innovation Center in Bangkok, Thailand. This strategic enhancement further strengthens DKSH’s position as a value-added partner for innovation, formulation, and technical excellence.

As part of DKSH’s global network of 58 innovation centers, the renovated facility plays a key role in developing advanced formulations through global collaboration. By leveraging shared expertise and resources, the lab delivers solutions tailored to the requirements of diverse markets, supporting product development across key sectors including construction, paints and coatings, and printing ink.
 
The center features advanced equipment, including the QUV Accelerated Weathering Tester, and houses high-performance mixing tools such as the Shaker, capable of handling a wide range of formulations for applications in automotive, chemical, wood finishes, and R&D settings. In addition, the local experts offer comprehensive technical training for both local and international R&D teams to optimize formulations, accelerate product development, reduce time-to-market for their products, and increase their competitive advantage.

Atul Nagarkar, Vice President, Global Specialty Chemicals Industry, DKSH, commented: “Our new Specialty Chemicals Innovation Center in Thailand marks a significant milestone in our continued investment in innovation and technical excellence. As part of DKSH’s global network, it enables us to better support our customers with advanced formulation capabilities and specialized training for R&D teams worldwide.”

With this expansion, DKSH continues to deliver on its purpose of enriching people’s lives by providing reliable access to high-quality and sustainable products and solutions.