- The acquisition includes Fluka and Sigma-Aldrich solvents and inorganics.
- The acquired business employs about 200 people, mainly in Seelze.
- Honeywell's Seelze plant produces most of the acquired products.
Acquisition Overview
Honeywell has completed the acquisition of the laboratory research chemicals business from Sigma-Aldrich, based in Seelze, Germany. This acquisition broadens Honeywell's offerings in high-purity solutions for drug discovery, medical diagnostic testing, and other laboratory applications.
Included Brands and Products
The acquisition encompasses the Fluka-branded solvents and inorganic chemistry portfolio globally, and the Sigma-Aldrich-branded solvents and inorganic chemistry portfolio within the European Economic Area. These are now part of Honeywell's research chemicals portfolio, which also includes Riedel-de Haën® and Burdick & Jackson® brands.
Operational Integration
The acquired business employs approximately 200 people, primarily in Seelze, with sales and marketing personnel across Europe. Honeywell's Seelze plant, which already manufactures Riedel-de Haën-branded products, will produce the majority of the acquired products. The business will be integrated into Honeywell's Fine Chemicals division and led by the existing leadership team.
Product Lines and Applications
Honeywell's portfolio now includes six product lines: Fluka® chemicals and reagents, Hydranal® Karl Fischer titration reagents, Chromasolv® high-purity solvents, Riedel-de Haën® research chemicals, Burdick & Jackson® high-purity solvents and reagents, and Sigma-Aldrich® solvents and inorganics for the EEA. These products serve various applications, including drug synthesis, food, environmental, chemical, and forensic testing.
Strategic Impact
With production sites in Seelze and Muskegon, Michigan, the combined business unit will enhance Honeywell's capabilities in developing and manufacturing high-purity research chemicals and materials for new drug discovery and other laboratory applications.
