Chemische Fabrik Budenheim KG

Chemische Fabrik Budenheim KG is a leading German specialty chemicals company founded in 1908 as 'Chemische Fabrik Budenheim Utz and Hensel' in Budenheim on the Rhine. Originally focused on producing tartaric acid salts from raw cream of tartar, the company has evolved into one of the world's most comprehensive phosphate specialists over more than a century of operations. Today, Budenheim operates globally with approximately 1,250 employees across multiple continents, manufacturing over 230,000 tonnes of phosphates annually for diverse applications including food additives, pharmaceutical excipients, water treatment solutions, and technical applications. The company serves approximately 3,000 customers in over 100 countries, with international business accounting for 75% of turnover. Budenheim's extensive product portfolio includes more than 1,000 different phosphate-based products, ranging from calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, and ferrous phosphates to specialized compounds for specific industry requirements. The company maintains significant global manufacturing presence through subsidiaries including Budenheim Ibérica in Spain, Budenheim Eqisa in Mexico, Emaphos in Morocco, Budenheim Shanghai in China, Budenheim India, and Budenheim US in Columbus. Their business segments span polymers, ceramics, baking solutions, nutrition, pharmaceuticals, metal treatment, building and construction, and savory food applications. Budenheim has pioneered innovative technologies including the patented ExtraPhos method for phosphate recovery from sewage sludge, demonstrating commitment to circular economy principles. The company's pharmaceutical division provides high-quality phosphate-based excipients for oral solid dosage forms and active pharmaceutical ingredients for biopharmaceutical applications. With revenues estimated at approximately $230 million USD, Budenheim continues to lead innovation in specialty phosphate chemistry while maintaining its position as a trusted partner to global food, pharmaceutical, and industrial customers.