IOI Esterchem

IOI Esterchem Sdn Bhd Company Profile

IOI Esterchem Sdn Bhd is a Malaysian company that specializes in the manufacturing of oleochemical derivatives. It operates as a subsidiary of the IOI Group, a leading Malaysian conglomerate with extensive interests in sustainable palm oil plantations and resource-based manufacturing. Leveraging the IOI Group's integrated value chain, IOI Esterchem transforms palm oil and its derivatives into a wide array of high-value specialty chemicals.

The company's core business involves the production of various esters, including fatty acid esters and glycerol esters, alongside other advanced oleochemical products. These ingredients serve as crucial components in numerous industries globally, such as:

Food and Beverage (e.g., emulsifiers, stabilizers, defoamers)

Cosmetics and Personal Care (e.g., emollients, thickeners, surfactants)

Pharmaceuticals (e.g., excipients, solubilizers)

Plastics and Polymer Additives (e.g., internal and external lubricants, anti-fogging agents)

Industrial Applications (e.g., lubricants, coatings, textiles)

IOI Esterchem is dedicated to innovation and sustainability, developing products that meet stringent quality standards while adhering to responsible sourcing and environmental practices, in line with the IOI Group's commitment to sustainable development. They aim to provide customers with high-performance, sustainable chemical solutions.

Factory or Trader

IOI Esterchem Sdn Bhd is a manufacturer, which means it operates as a factory. The company possesses its own production facilities where it processes raw materials into finished specialty chemical products, engaging in direct manufacturing activities.

IOI Esterchem Malaysia produces and sells a diverse range of specialty oleochemical esters. These products are derived from natural oils and fats, and are utilized across various industries. Their primary product offerings include emollients, used extensively in personal care and cosmetic formulations; lubricants, for industrial applications and metalworking fluids; emulsifiers and surfactants, found in food, personal care, and various industrial processes; plasticizers, for polymer applications; and solvents, for a range of industrial uses. They also offer specialty esters tailored for applications in coatings, inks, and other industrial sectors. The specific types of esters include, but are not limited to, various fatty acid esters, methyl esters, and glycerol esters.