There are very few commercial industries which the laboratory chemicals and analytical reagents industry does not influence. From aerospace technology to medical devices to zip ties, chemicals are infused in nearly every aspect of our lives. Purity and consistency of both feed chemicals and reaction processes are key in maximizing product quality. Laboratory chemicals and analytical reagents can be used for simple compounds, or woven into multi-layer projects for disparate purposes. There are tens of thousands of analytical reagents alone, which help oxidize contaminants, detect alkaloids, and test for reducing sugars.

As consumer demands shift, so does this industry. There is a constant push to develop procedures which utilize these chemicals and reagents more efficiently – both maximizing speed and minimizing waste. There is also an emphasis on shifting towards chemicals and reagents that are natural and safe for both the environment and those who use them and their byproducts.