Netherland

Stepan Company was founded in 1932 by Alfred C. Stepan Jr., and the chemical manufacturing company remains family-owned today.  Stepan manufactures basic and intermediate chemicals, including surfactants, specialty products, germicidal and fabric softening quaternaries, phthalic anhydride (P.A.), polyurethane polyols and special ingredients for the food, supplement and pharmaceutical markets.

Stepan is committed to profitable growth through disciplined investment, continuous improvement, operational excellence and innovation.  Stepan is committed to developing, recognizing, and respecting people, and to being an exemplary corporate citizen through community outreach and Responsible Care^®.