Vertellus is a global manufacturer of specialty chemicals and intermediates, formed in 2006 through the combination of Reilly Industries and Rutherford Chemicals. Headquartered in Indianapolis, the company serves markets including healthcare and personal care, nutrition, crop protection, coatings, lubricants, and polymers.
Its portfolio includes pyridine and picoline derivatives (including vitamin B3/niacin and niacinamide), biobased citrate plasticizers (Citroflex), insect repellent actives such as DEET, polymer and lubricant additives, and specialty intermediates for pharmaceuticals and advanced materials. Vertellus operates manufacturing and R&D facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia.