Founded in 1869, Robinson Brothers is one of the UK's largest independent chemical manufacturers of speciality/fine chemicals and rubber accelerators. We offer a wide range of custom manufactured intermediates on a commercial scale from kilograms to multi-tonnes, all produced to the highest possible quality and environmental standards.

Our technology is built upon a long established expertise in catalytic hydrogenation and organo-sulfur chemistry. Today we offer extensive range of sophisticated chemistries by handling challenging reagents, such as: Carbon disulfide, Chlorosulfonic acid, Phosgene, Bromine, Hydroxylamine and Dimethyl sulfate. In addition, our unit process portfolio includes Diels Alder and Freidel Crafts reactions, vacuum distillation and cyclisation to produce heterocyclic molecules.

Certified to ISO 9001:2015 and GMP compliant, we are well-respected as a consistent and quality manufacturer to the Pharmaceutical, Agrochemical, Life Science, Personal Care, Photographic and general chemical industry. We offer a range of services, including: research chemicals & intermediates, process intensification, process optimisation, custom synthesis, contract/toll manufacture.

Having strong policies regarding IP Protection, we are a very reliable and trusted partner for many international companies. Our team of highly-skilled Chemists have the expertise to support all stages of a product life cycle - from conception right through to maturity.

Our Customer Service team is fully conversant with all aspects of shipping worldwide. Our team are fully trained in IMDG, ADR and IATA, and can advise on the best options to deliver your order safely and efficiently.  Our in-house Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA) ensures the safe transport of hazardous goods. Queries ranging from your original quotation through to final payment are handled in one department to streamline communication.

Robinson Brothers is a member of the Chemical Industries Association - a leading organisation that represents chemical and pharmaceutical companies across UK.
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In April 2008, Robinson Brothers Group acquired Endeavour Speciality Chemicals Ltd. Originally founded in 1991, Endeavour Speciality Chemicals holds a core focus on sulfur and heterocyclic chemistry. Their expertise in such chemistries enables Endeavour Speciality Chemicals to design and synthesise reactive intermediates utilised in a variety of industries, including: pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, materials sciences and flavours & fragrances. With over 25 years of experience, Endeavour Speciality Chemicals has become a specialist UK manufacturer of high-impact aroma chemicals; serving the flavour and fragrance market across the globe.