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Catalynt is proudly certified as a woman-owned supplier—But what does that mean for the industry?
Catalynt Solutions is more than just a certified woman-owned supplier; it is a driving force in shaping the chemical industry through leadership, innovation, and advocacy. Megan Gluth’s role in the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) is a testament to this commitment, as she actively helps businesses navigate the increasing complexity and challenges of the industry.
Catalynt’s leadership is exemplified by Megan’s historic position as the first woman on the ACD board, paving the way for greater diversity in industry governance. The company drives innovation by challenging the status quo and leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and transparency. Additionally, Meg is engaged in regulatory advocacy, lobbying for pro-business policies that foster growth and stability in the sector.
Leveraging its expertise in regulatory advocacy and active role in industry policy discussions, Catalynt has guided manufacturers through compliance hurdles by providing updated regulatory insights on restricted ingredients, recommending compliant alternatives, and facilitating supplier relationships to ensure long-term regulatory alignment.
As a result, manufacturers have successfully met compliance deadlines and avoided potential financial losses. Beyond regulatory guidance, Catalynt delivers tangible value to both customers and suppliers, offering high-quality ingredients, strategic market insights, and solutions that address evolving industry needs.
What sets Catalynt apart as a global supplier and manufacturer?
Catalynt operates at the intersection of distribution, sourcing, and manufacturing, combining global reach with localized expertise to navigate today’s increasingly complex supply chains. Here’s what distinguishes the company:
Multi-Region Sourcing Capabilities – With an extensive global supplier network, Catalynt ensures ingredient availability even when traditional supply routes face disruptions, mitigating risks for customers.
Regulatory Mastery – Whether navigating EU REACH, U.S. FDA regulations, or Asia-Pacific compliance standards, Catalynt provides fully vetted, compliant ingredients, ensuring seamless market entry.
Agility & Responsiveness – Catalynt quickly adapts to supply chain disruptions and regulatory changes, offering flexible, real-time solutions to meet customer demands.
By integrating these capabilities, Catalynt delivers a competitive edge to customers, ensuring reliability in an unpredictable marketplace. As an example, when manufacturing customers recently faced an ingredient shortage of a key ingredient used to stabilize their product, Catalynt provided alternative supply options that met both performance and regulatory requirements – as a result, the manufacturers avoided production delays, maintained consistent product availability, and strengthened their resistance to future disruptions.
How does Catalynt secure hard-to-source products and quality alternatives?
Catalynt’s strength lies in proactively identifying supply chain vulnerabilities and securing alternative solutions ahead of industry shortages.
One notable example is: Preservative Systems That Anticipate Regulatory Shifts.
1. Challenge: The EU’s scrutiny on phenoxyethanol meant many brands were caught off-guard, needing urgent preservative alternatives.
2. Solution: Catalynt partnered with suppliers offering multi-functional botanical extracts with antimicrobial properties, reducing the need for traditional preservatives.
3. Impact: Customers secured long-term stability in their formulations while aligning with consumer demand for “clean” beauty.
What are the emerging trends shaping the market in 2025 and beyond?
The personal care industry continues its evolution, driven by sustainability initiatives, regulatory tightening, and technological advancements. Based on Catalynt’s market intelligence, here are the most pressing trends:
(a) Regulations and technology
• The personal care industry must adapt to regulatory tightening, which continues to drive new technological innovations.
• Catalynt’s role: We are engaging directly with cosmetic chemists to support new product development by providing samples and documentation.
(b) Supply chain disruptions & regionalization
• Data Insight: According to the WTO, global chemical supply chains have experienced a 12% increase in lead times due to geopolitical instability and logistics bottlenecks.
• Industry Shift: Companies are shifting toward nearshoring and regional suppliers to reduce risks.
• Catalynt’s Role: We are proactively diversifying supply options to prevent disruptions before they happen.
(c) Sustainability & ethical sourcing
• Rising Demand for Carbon-Neutral Ingredients – Brands are moving toward biodegradable raw materials and requiring full carbon footprint transparency from suppliers.
• Ethical Palm Oil & Biotech Solutions – RSPO-certified ingredients are in higher demand, while biotech-derived actives (e.g., fermented ceramides, lab-grown collagen) are gaining traction.
• Catalynt’s Response: We are prioritizing partnerships with suppliers that provide verified ethical sourcing and carbon-neutral manufacturing.
About our Interviewee: Chris Karber, Vice President of Sales, Catalynt
As Vice President of Sales, Chris’s role is to lead and empower Catalynt’s national sales team by providing them with the tools, strategy, and support needed to drive growth. Chris focuses on optimizing sales processes, strengthening customer relationships, and ensuring that his team is equipped to deliver exceptional value to customers and suppliers.
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