Founded in 1932, Stepan Company operates through three main business segments: Surfactants, Polymers, and Specialty Products. The Surfactants segment, which accounts for the majority of its sales, provides active cleaning agents for detergents, shampoos, and disinfectants. The Polymers segment produces polyurethane polyols used in rigid foam insulation, plastics, and building materials. The Specialty Products segment supplies chemicals, flavors, and emulsifiers for the food, nutritional supplement, and pharmaceutical industries. With manufacturing facilities across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, Stepan is recognized as one of the largest global merchant manufacturers of anionic surfactants. The company also notably operates a facility authorized to import and process coca leaves for medicinal and beverage applications.
