Pilot Chemical Company

Employee Size

201-500

Organization Type

Privately Held

Headquarters

West Chester, OH

Founded

1952

Since its founding in 1952 by John Morrisroe, Pilot Chemical Company has grown as a privately owned, independent specialty-chemical manufacturer while remaining under third-generation Morrisroe family ownership. Based in West Chester, Ohio, Pilot is known for its proprietary sulfation technology and serves formulators and manufacturers in markets ranging from household and institutional products to personal care. The company holds ISO 9001:2015 certification and participates in the American Chemistry Council’s Responsible Care® program.

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