About Chemie Research & Manufacturing

Chemie Research & Manufacturing Co., Inc. was founded in the 1970s by Dr. Harich and remains family-run. The company is recognized as the original producer of grapefruit seed extract, a broad-spectrum botanical antimicrobial ingredient. Chemie’s grapefruit seed extract is used as a natural preservative or preservative booster. It helps in stabilizing creams, lotions, gels, and cleansers by inhibiting microbial growth. Their ingredient technology supports “clean label” and botanical claims in personal care while meeting microbial protection needs.