Connecting Chemistry, Innovation, and Integrity
Based in Switzerland and founded in 1997, CM Fine Chemicals has built a reputation as a trusted global partner in fine and specialty chemicals, intermediates, ingredients, and niche APIs. From sourcing and distribution to custom manufacturing, the company’s mission is simple yet ambitious:
to deliver high-quality chemical solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations — guided by reliability, transparency, and a commitment to sustainability.
CM Fine Chemicals supports the Life Science and Industrial communities with an extensive network that spans Europe, China, India, Japan, and the United States, offering both GMP and non-GMP production standards through its unique CRAMS (CRO/CMO/CMDO) partner network. Its R&D joint ventures further strengthen its capabilities across all scales — from lab projects to commercial production.
A Global Partner for Complex Needs
With almost three decades of experience, CM Fine Chemicals provides efficient, confidential, and tailored sourcing solutions. The company works with customers of all sizes — from major global corporations to research organisations — across a wide range of sectors, including:
- Pharma / Biotech
- Food / Feed
- Personal Care / Nutraceuticals
- Flavours / Fragrances
- Agrochemicals / Coatings / Polymers
CM Fine Chemicals partners with renowned producers such as Arxada (Lonza), Evonik, Solvay, BASF, and Sasol, as well as emerging start-ups focused on sustainability and environmental protection.
Its values — reliability, confidentiality, integrity, transparency, agility, and innovation — define how the company operates and how it builds long-term trust with customers and suppliers alike.
Responsibility Beyond Chemistry
CM Fine Chemicals integrates sustainability and ethics into every part of its business. The company is a proud supporter of the UN Global Compact, aligning with its ten principles on Human Rights, Labour, Environment, and Anti-Corruption. Environmental protection is a key part of its innovation pipeline, with ongoing efforts to promote green chemistry processes and products that contribute to global health and environmental well-being.
Growing with INDIS
As the exclusive INDIS Group member for Switzerland, CM Fine Chemicals joined the network in 2020/2021, quickly becoming an active and collaborative participant. Despite being one of the newer members, the company has already realised several joint projects with other members — expanding into new markets and developing new product opportunities through shared expertise.
Together with other INDIS members, CM Fine Chemicals has elevated its business to a new level — combining global insight with the local precision and service that define Swiss quality.
Beyond the professional benefits, CM Fine Chemicals values the trustworthy, reliable, and family-like atmosphere within INDIS — a community that connects generations and geographies while sharing the same spirit of integrity, respect, and curiosity that drives its own success.
Condensed Member Profile
Company: CM Fine Chemicals
Headquarters: Switzerland
Founded: 1997
Joined INDIS: 2020/2021
Core Areas: Global sourcing, distribution, and custom manufacturing of fine chemicals, intermediates, ingredients, specialties, and niche APIs
Key Insight: “Together with INDIS members, we’ve opened new markets and opportunities through shared expertise.”
INDIS Value: Collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to reliability, transparency, and sustainable growth
Website: www.cm-finechemicals.com
