J R Hess & Company is an ISO 9002 registered distributor with facilities based in Cranston, RI. Our distribution reach extends to companies throughout the Northeastern United States, as well as to other areas of the country and abroad. . . Learn More

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As a leader in surface active chemistries, we handle a range of anionic, cationic, nonionic and amphoteric surfactants . . . Learn about new surfactant technology from leading suppliers.

Surfactants & Custom Processing from Hess

We are fortunate to align with a diverse range of the industry’s top specialty chemical suppliers from around the globe. View Our Suppliers

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Incorporated in 1969, John R. Hess & Co., Inc. continues its dedication to the responsible development and distribution of specialty chemicals and raw materials to a diverse and growing range of industries, formulators and manufacturers . . . Learn more about our company.

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Specialty Chemical Solutions

J R Hess & Co. Inc. delivers specialty chemical solutions through a unique combination of product design, development and distribution services. We are the proud provider of specialty chemical products and value added services to a diverse and growing range of manufacturers and industries throughout the Northeastern U.S. and beyond.

Our goal is to maintain our long standing customer and supplier relationships while contributing to the growth of new markets through an understanding of product goals, formulation requirements and the technical demands of particular applications.

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