Industrial Cleaning Chemicals Manufacturer

Since 1974, Chemex has manufactured high-performance cleaning chemicals for car washes, truck washes, tank washes, and industrial operations.
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Industries We Serve

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Car Wash

Tunnel, self-serve, and touchless formulas engineered for spotless results.
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Truck Wash

Heavy-duty degreasers and pre-soaks built to tackle road film and grime.
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Tank Wash

USDA-approved, VOC-compliant solutions for food-grade and chemical tankers.
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Private Label

Custom formulations, branded packaging, and dedicated account management.
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Years in Business

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Product Formulations

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States Served

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Avg. Customer Relationships

High-Performance
Industrial Cleaning Chemicals

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Truck Wash
Detergents

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Industrial Degreasers & Tar Removers

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Aluminum
Brighteners

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Protectants
& Floor Care

More Than a Supplier

A Partner

We don’t just sell chemicals. We provide the equipment, training, and ongoing support to help your wash operation run at peak performance.

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Custom Formulations

Proprietary blends developed in-house to match your specific water conditions and cleaning requirements.

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Equipment Programs

Free chemical dispensing equipment provided with ongoing chemical supply agreements no capital outlay required.

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Technical
Support

On-site training, troubleshooting, and optimization from our experienced team of chemical specialists.

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Reliable
Delivery

Direct-to-site delivery on your schedule. Consistent supply with no stockouts, no surprises.

FAQ's

We provide direct, reliable delivery to industrial parks, trucking fleets, and distribution centers throughout the Chicagoland area including southern Wisconsin and northern Indiana.

If approved on a project-to-project basis, we provide professional pressure washing equipment at zero cost when you partner with us for your chemical supply agreement. We handle the equipment installation and maintenance, while you focus on your business.

Yes, we manufacture USDA-approved and VOC-compliant food-grade tank wash solutions designed for facilities that handle edible products and beverages.

Car Wash Chemicals

Ask how they calculate cost per wash and how they support your site after delivery. The right answer should include dilution ratios, water conditions, equipment settings, and a plan for troubleshooting.

A manufacturer gives you better formulation control, faster technical answers, and more flexibility if you need custom chemistry or private label support.

Truck & Fleet Washing

For heavy road film, diesel soot, and aluminum surfaces, 2-step washing usually reduces labor and improves finish quality compared with a mild one-step soap.

Track chemical cost per unit, wash time, rewash rate, surface complaints, and whether drivers or wash staff are using extra product to get acceptable results.

Tank Wash & Compliance

Documentation helps prove that the chemical was appropriate for the application, supports employee safety, and reduces customer disputes after washout.

No. Food-grade residues, petroleum soils, agricultural products, and chemical tankers often require different chemistry, process controls, and documentation.

Manufacturing & Private Label

The advantage comes from stronger manufacturing control, easier technical support, shorter lead times, and clearer accountability. We take pride in sourcing domestically to ensure consistent quality and a reliable supply for all our customers.

Car wash operators, fleet wash programs, tank wash facilities, distributors, and industrial sites benefit when downtime, inconsistent supply, or formula drift would create real operating costs.

Yes, when the program is supported correctly. Private label products reduce direct price comparison and give distributors more control over positioning, support, and customer retention.

Most distributors should start with a focused group of 3 to 8 products. That is enough to look credible without creating slow-moving inventory.

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Chemex of Northern Illinois, LLC

Manufacturing high-performance cleaning chemicals since 1974.

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