Union Chemicals Lanka PLC

Union Chemicals Lanka PLC, established in 2002 and formerly a subsidiary of Union Carbide Corporation USA, is a prominent manufacturing and trading organization in Sri Lanka. Specializing in waterborne polymer dispersions, the company caters to diverse industries, including paints, inks, packaging, detergents, cosmetics, rubber, latex, textiles, food, and pharmaceuticals.

The company has evolved significantly since its inception in 1984 as Union Carbide Ceylon Ltd. In 2000, Dow Chemicals acquired Union Carbide Corporation, which was renamed Union Chemicals Lanka Ltd. In 2003, Dow Chemicals divested its interests, leading to the establishment of Union Chemicals Lanka PLC.

Union Chemicals Lanka PLC is dedicated to innovation and quality as a publicly listed company on the Colombo Stock Exchange. The company pioneered the production of waterborne polymer dispersions in Sri Lanka and has expanded its product range to include waterborne coatings for wood and leather.

With strategic partnerships with leading global brands such as Dow Chemicals (USA), Eastman (USA), Macropolymers Pte Ltd (India), Dominian Color Corporation (Netherlands), and Sunflag Chemicals (India), Union Chemicals Lanka PLC continues to supply high-quality chemical products to meet the demands of various industries.

The company aims to expand its operations to Bangladesh, focusing on paint binders and water-based wood coatings, further solidifying its position as a leader in the chemical manufacturing sector.