Industrial Chemical Solutions
Reliable supply, technical expertise, and responsive service for industrial operations across Utah and the Intermountain West.
Serving the Intermountain West and shipping nationwide.
Our Products
Chemical Categories
Select a category to see a detailed overview and the chemicals we supply within it.
Food & Beverage Sanitation
Food & Beverage Sanitation
Category Overview
Food and beverage sanitation chemistry covers the cleaners, sanitizers, and processing aids used to keep production lines, tanks, and packaging equipment in a validated, food-safe condition. These products are formulated to remove protein, fat, mineral, and biofilm soils quickly while remaining compatible with stainless steel, gaskets, and other food-contact materials.
Most plants run these chemistries through clean-in-place (CIP) and clean-out-of-place (COP) systems on a fixed sanitation schedule. Concentration, temperature, contact time, and mechanical action all have to work together, so product selection is driven by the soil profile, water hardness, and the equipment being cleaned.
ChemWest supplies food-grade and FDA-compliant sanitation chemistries with the documentation plants need for audits, including Safety Data Sheets and specification sheets on request.
Typical Applications
- Clean-in-place (CIP) circuits for tanks, lines, and fillers
- Foam and gel cleaning of exterior equipment and floors
- No-rinse sanitizing of food-contact surfaces
- Bottle and keg washing
- Membrane and heat exchanger cleaning
Representative Chemicals
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Sodium Hydroxide (50%)
Primary alkaline CIP cleaner for organic and protein soils. — Food-grade, bulk and tote quantities
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Peracetic Acid (5-15%)
No-rinse oxidizing sanitizer for food-contact surfaces. — Cold-temperature effective
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Sodium Hypochlorite (12.5%)
Chlorinated sanitizer and general-purpose disinfectant. — NSF-registered grades available
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Phosphoric Acid Blends
Acid CIP for mineral scale, beerstone, and milkstone removal. — Low-foaming formulations
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Chlorinated Alkaline Cleaners
Combined caustic and chlorine detergents for heavy protein soils.
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Quaternary Ammonium Sanitizers
Residual sanitizer for floors, drains, and non-food-contact surfaces.
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Enzymatic Cleaners
Low-temperature membrane and delicate-surface cleaning.
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Defoamers & Processing Aids
Foam control for washers, CIP returns, and process vessels.
Caustics & Alkalis
Caustics & Alkalis
Category Overview
Caustics and alkalis are the workhorse chemistries of industrial cleaning and pH control. They saponify fats and oils, dissolve protein soils, neutralize acidic waste streams, and serve as reagents in dozens of manufacturing processes.
Because these products are highly corrosive and generate heat on dilution, handling, storage, and dilution equipment matter as much as the chemistry itself. We help customers match concentration and packaging to their existing tank, pump, and dosing infrastructure.
Available in bulk tanker, tote, drum, and pail quantities with consistent assay and full documentation.
Typical Applications
- Alkaline CIP and washdown cleaning
- Wastewater pH adjustment and neutralization
- Scrubber solutions for acid gas control
- Paint and coating stripping
- Process reagent in manufacturing and refining
Representative Chemicals
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Sodium Hydroxide 50% Liquid
Standard caustic soda solution for cleaning and neutralization. — Bulk, tote, and drum
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Sodium Hydroxide Beads/Flake
Dry caustic for on-site make-down and low-volume use.
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Potassium Hydroxide 45%
Caustic potash for soaps, biodiesel, and specialty cleaning.
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Sodium Carbonate (Soda Ash)
Mild alkali for pH buffering and water treatment.
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Sodium Metasilicate
Alkaline builder with corrosion inhibition for soft metals.
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Potassium Carbonate
Buffering agent and process alkali.
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Built Alkaline Detergents
Formulated blends with surfactants, chelants, and builders.
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Sodium Bicarbonate
Gentle buffering and neutralization where pH control must stay mild.
Acids
Acids
Category Overview
Industrial acids dissolve inorganic scale, passivate stainless steel, adjust pH in process and waste streams, and act as reagents across manufacturing. Selecting the right acid depends on the deposit being removed and the metallurgy of the equipment.
Mineral acids such as nitric, sulfuric, and hydrochloric deliver aggressive descaling power, while organic acids like citric and glycolic offer safer handling and better material compatibility for sensitive systems.
We supply technical, food-grade, and reagent-grade acids with the concentration and packaging that fit your dosing systems and containment.
Typical Applications
- Descaling boilers, heat exchangers, and cooling towers
- Stainless steel passivation after fabrication
- Acid CIP for mineral and beerstone deposits
- Wastewater and process pH adjustment
- Metal surface preparation and pickling
Representative Chemicals
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Nitric Acid (42° Bé / 67%)
Passivation and acid CIP for stainless systems. — Technical and food grade
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Phosphoric Acid (75-85%)
Scale removal, rust conversion, and pH control.
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Sulfuric Acid (93-98%)
Bulk pH adjustment and process reagent.
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Hydrochloric Acid (31-35%)
Aggressive descaling and regeneration of ion exchange resin.
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Citric Acid
Mild organic acid for chelation, descaling, and food applications.
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Glycolic Acid
Low-odor organic acid for iron and scale removal in boilers and wells.
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Acetic Acid
Process acid and mild pH adjustment.
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Sulfamic Acid
Dry acid for safer handling in scale removal applications.
Water Treatment
Water Treatment
Category Overview
Water treatment chemistry keeps industrial and municipal systems clean, compliant, and efficient. Programs typically combine coagulants and flocculants for solids removal, scale and corrosion inhibitors for asset protection, and biocides for microbiological control.
The right program depends on source water chemistry, system metallurgy, cycles of concentration, and discharge permit limits. Small changes in dosing can have a large effect on both performance and operating cost.
ChemWest supplies the full chemistry set for boiler, cooling tower, process water, and wastewater systems, backed by technical support on product selection and dosing.
Typical Applications
- Cooling tower scale, corrosion, and biological control
- Boiler water treatment and oxygen scavenging
- Clarification and solids dewatering
- Municipal drinking water treatment
- Industrial wastewater compliance and discharge
Representative Chemicals
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Aluminum Sulfate (Alum)
Primary coagulant for turbidity and phosphorus removal.
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Ferric Chloride
High-efficiency coagulant for wastewater and sludge conditioning.
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Polyaluminum Chloride (PAC)
Low-sludge coagulant effective across a wide pH range.
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Anionic & Cationic Polymers
Flocculants for clarification, thickening, and dewatering.
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Sodium Hypochlorite 12.5%
Disinfection and biological control.
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Scale & Corrosion Inhibitors
Phosphonate and polymer blends for cooling and boiler systems.
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Non-Oxidizing Biocides
Isothiazolinone and glutaraldehyde chemistries for biofilm control.
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Sodium Bisulfite
Dechlorination and oxygen scavenging.
Product availability, grades, and packaging vary. Contact our team for specifications and Safety Data Sheets.
Solvents & Degreasers
Solvents & Degreasers
Category Overview
Solvents and degreasers remove oils, greases, waxes, inks, and resins that water-based cleaners can’t touch. They’re used in parts washing, maintenance, surface prep before coating, and as carriers or diluents in manufacturing.
Selection balances solvency strength against flash point, evaporation rate, odor, VOC content, and worker exposure limits. Many operations are moving from traditional chlorinated solvents to lower-VOC and bio-based alternatives without giving up performance.
We stock both conventional and greener solvent options and can help evaluate substitutions against your existing process and compliance requirements.
Typical Applications
- Parts washing and immersion cleaning
- Surface preparation before painting or coating
- Equipment and tool maintenance degreasing
- Ink, adhesive, and resin cleanup
- Thinning and carrier applications
Representative Chemicals
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Isopropyl Alcohol (99% / 70%)
Fast-evaporating cleaner for precision and electronics work.
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Acetone
Aggressive solvent for resins, adhesives, and coatings.
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Mineral Spirits
General-purpose petroleum solvent for degreasing and thinning.
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D-Limonene
Citrus-derived, low-VOC degreaser for heavy grease.
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Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK)
Strong solvent for coatings and surface preparation.
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Glycol Ethers
Coupling solvents for water-based cleaner formulations.
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Water-Based Degreasers
Alkaline surfactant blends for parts washers and washdown.
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Heavy-Duty Solvent Blends
Formulated cleaners for tar, asphalt, and carbon deposits.
Product availability, grades, and packaging vary. Contact our team for specifications and Safety Data Sheets.
Corrosion Inhibitors
Corrosion Inhibitors
Category Overview
Corrosion inhibitors form protective films on metal surfaces or neutralize the conditions that drive corrosion. In closed loops, boilers, pipelines, and cooling systems, a well-managed inhibitor program is far cheaper than the equipment it protects.
Programs are built around the metallurgy present, the water or process fluid chemistry, temperature, and oxygen exposure. Filming amines, phosphonates, molybdates, and azoles each target different mechanisms and metals.
ChemWest supplies inhibitor chemistries for water systems, oil and gas production, and manufacturing, with support on program design and residual monitoring.
Typical Applications
- Cooling water and closed-loop systems
- Boiler condensate line protection
- Pipeline and production tubing protection
- Hydrostatic testing and layup
- Metalworking fluid and coolant stabilization
Representative Chemicals
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Filming Amines
Condensate and steam line protection against carbonic acid attack.
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Phosphonate Blends
Combined scale and corrosion control for cooling water.
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Sodium Molybdate
Low-toxicity anodic inhibitor for closed-loop systems.
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Tolyltriazole (TTA)
Yellow-metal inhibitor for copper and brass components.
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Sodium Nitrite Blends
High-performance closed-loop and layup protection.
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Oxygen Scavengers
Sulfite and DEHA chemistries for boiler feedwater.
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Vapor Phase Corrosion Inhibitors
Protection for voids, tanks, and equipment in storage.
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Oilfield Corrosion Inhibitors
Batch and continuous treatments for production systems.
Product availability, grades, and packaging vary. Contact our team for specifications and Safety Data Sheets.
Specialty Chemicals
Specialty Chemicals
Category Overview
Specialty chemicals cover the products that don’t fit a standard category: custom blends, performance additives, and application-specific formulations developed for a particular process, substrate, or compliance requirement.
These are typically built around a defined performance target — a foam profile, a viscosity, a dry time, a regulatory listing — rather than a commodity specification. That means sourcing and formulation work up front, and consistent supply once the product is qualified.
Our team works with customers to identify, source, or blend the chemistry that fits their operation, including private-label and custom-packaged programs.
Typical Applications
- Custom-blended cleaners and process aids
- Defoamers, surfactants, and wetting agents
- Dust suppression and soil stabilization
- Odor control and air treatment
- Private-label and custom packaging programs
Representative Chemicals
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Defoamers
Silicone and non-silicone foam control for process and waste streams.
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Surfactants & Wetting Agents
Anionic, nonionic, and amphoteric surfactants for formulation.
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Chelating Agents
EDTA, NTA, and biodegradable alternatives for hard-water control.
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Dust Control Agents
Chloride and polymer-based suppressants for roads and stockpiles.
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Odor Control Chemistry
Masking and neutralizing products for wastewater and processing.
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Antifreeze & Heat Transfer Fluids
Inhibited glycol formulations for industrial loops.
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Custom Blends
Formulated to your specification and packaged to your requirements.
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Performance Additives
Viscosity modifiers, biocidal preservatives, and process aids.
Product availability, grades, and packaging vary. Contact our team for specifications and Safety Data Sheets.
Lubricants & Greases
Lubricants & Greases
Category Overview
Industrial lubricants and greases reduce friction and wear across bearings, gearboxes, chains, compressors, and hydraulic systems. The right product and interval keep equipment running at temperature and extend service life significantly.
Selection is driven by load, speed, operating temperature, water exposure, and any food-contact or environmental requirements. Food processing environments in particular need H1-registered products wherever incidental contact is possible.
We supply mineral, synthetic, and food-grade lubricants in packaging from cartridge to drum.
Typical Applications
- Bearing and gearbox lubrication
- Hydraulic and compressor systems
- Conveyor chain and open gear lubrication
- Food-processing equipment with incidental contact
- High-temperature and high-load applications
Representative Chemicals
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Lithium Complex Grease
General-purpose grease for bearings and heavy equipment.
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H1 Food-Grade Grease
NSF H1-registered for incidental food contact.
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Synthetic Gear Oils
PAO and PAG oils for extended drain and high-temperature service.
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Hydraulic Fluids (AW 32/46/68)
Anti-wear hydraulic oils for industrial systems.
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Compressor Oils
Rotary screw and reciprocating compressor lubricants.
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Chain & Conveyor Lubricants
Dry-film and wet lubricants for conveying systems.
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Open Gear Lubricants
High-tack compounds for mining and heavy industry.
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Penetrating Oils & Sprays
Maintenance products for seized fasteners and light lubrication.
Product availability, grades, and packaging vary. Contact our team for specifications and Safety Data Sheets.
Cleaning Agents
Cleaning Agents
Category Overview
Industrial cleaning agents cover the day-to-day products that keep facilities, floors, walls, and equipment clean and safe. They range from neutral daily cleaners to heavily built alkaline degreasers for the worst production soils.
Formulation matters: surfactant package, builder level, foam profile, and rinsability all determine whether a product works in a pressure washer, a floor scrubber, a foamer, or a soak tank.
We supply concentrated cleaners in packaging from pail to bulk, along with dilution guidance to control cost per use.
Typical Applications
- Floor scrubbing and facility housekeeping
- High-pressure equipment washdown
- Foam cleaning of walls and exterior surfaces
- Soak tank and parts cleaning
- Drain and grease trap maintenance
Representative Chemicals
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Heavy-Duty Alkaline Degreaser
Built cleaner for grease, carbon, and production soils.
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Neutral pH Floor Cleaner
Daily-use cleaner safe on sealed and coated floors.
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Foaming Cleaner Concentrate
Clinging foam for vertical surfaces and equipment exteriors.
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Acid Washroom Cleaner
Removes mineral scale, soap scum, and hard-water deposits.
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Chlorinated Degreaser
Combined cleaning and sanitizing for production environments.
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Solvent-Fortified Cleaner
Water-based cleaner boosted for oily and waxy soils.
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Enzyme Drain Maintainer
Biological treatment for drains and grease traps.
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Glass & Surface Cleaner
Streak-free cleaning for offices and control rooms.
Product availability, grades, and packaging vary. Contact our team for specifications and Safety Data Sheets.
Lab Chemicals
Lab Chemicals
Category Overview
Laboratory chemicals support quality control, process monitoring, and R&D work. Purity and traceability matter more than volume here — results depend on the grade and the certificate behind it.
We supply ACS, reagent, USP, and HPLC grades along with buffers, titrants, and calibration standards, in the small packaging labs actually use.
Certificates of Analysis and Safety Data Sheets are available for every lot on request.
Typical Applications
- Titration and wet chemistry analysis
- pH meter and instrument calibration
- HPLC and GC sample preparation
- Microbiological media preparation
- Glassware cleaning and preparation
Representative Chemicals
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ACS-Grade Acids
Nitric, hydrochloric, and sulfuric acids for analytical work. — Certificate of Analysis available
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pH Buffer Solutions
Color-coded 4.00, 7.00, and 10.00 calibration buffers.
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HPLC-Grade Solvents
Acetonitrile, methanol, and water for chromatography.
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Standardized Titrants
Normalized NaOH, HCl, and EDTA solutions.
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Reagent Salts
Sodium chloride, potassium phosphate, and other reagent-grade salts.
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Indicator Solutions
Phenolphthalein, methyl orange, and starch indicators.
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Culture Media & Agars
Prepared and powdered media for microbiological testing.
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Laboratory Glassware Detergent
Low-residue cleaner for critical glassware.
Product availability, grades, and packaging vary. Contact our team for specifications and Safety Data Sheets.
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We source a wide range of industrial chemicals. Contact our team to discuss your specific requirements.