We look at the key differences between caustic soda (NaOH) and caustic potash (KOH), their chemical properties, industrial applications, and which form, liquor, flakes, or pearls, is best suited for each use.

Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) is a powerful and widely used chemical compound renowned for its disinfectant properties. From purifying water to sanitising environments where cleanliness is key, it plays a critical role in maintaining public health and safety.

Winter brings significant challenges for industries, from icy surfaces to freezing systems that can disrupt operations. Using the right chemicals is essential to maintaining safety, efficiency, and reliability during the colder months.

We look at the 10 essential chemicals for pyrotechnics and combustion applications: From fireworks to industrial uses

The secret behind clean, safe water? It’s all about these essential chemicals! Discover how they protect your systems and improve efficiency.

Discover the versatile uses of hydrogen peroxide, a powerful oxidising agent and environmentally favourable solution for disinfection and bleaching

Discover the essential role of salt in water softening and why salt tablets are the preferred solution for maintaining efficiency and preventing scale buildup.

The reduction in UK wheat drillings due to a wet autumn and spring has made quality wheat straw for bedding a premium commodity.

Monarch Chemicals, one of the UK's leading distributors of commodity chemicals, has been acquired by Brenntag Essentials. This strategic move marks a significant milestone for Monarch Chemicals, facilitating expansion and enhancing their offering across the UK.

Keeping animal feed in peak condition is crucial for the health and productivity of your livestock. Feed spoilage from mould and bacterial growth not only reduces its nutritional value but also leads to significant financial losses.

Despite some concerns among horse owners, research supports that hay treated with organic acid preservatives is safe for equine consumption and does not adversely affect performance.

As forage farmers and baling contractors gear up for the first cut of the season, the challenge of preserving hay at its peak quality becomes paramount.

Continuing our commitment to investing in the future of Monarch Chemicals, we have recently finished the install of a bespoke purpose-built temperature controlled storage unit on site.

We are thrilled to announce our participation in the upcoming CHEMUK Expo, marking our fifth consecutive appearance at the UK’s largest Chemical Industry Supply Chain Expo, scheduled to take place at the NEC, Birmingham, on May 15th and 16th.

Breaking down the science behind industrial de-icers, we take a closer look at the chemicals that drive them and how specific formulations are better for certain uses.

The Secretary of State for the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has released an update on the proposed Alternative Transitional Registration Model.

In this article we explore how the use of special effects and makeup has evolved from its early origins to today’s cutting-edge innovations

As of October 1, 2023, important changes have come into effect regarding the sale of certain chemicals used as precursors to explosives.

From origins to cutting-edge innovation this article explores the fascinating chemistry behinds inks, paints and speciality coatings.

Glycerine, also known as glycerol or glycerin, plays a pivotal role in numerous industrial applications, threading its way through supply chains to become an indispensable ingredient in countless end products. 

Behind the effectiveness of cleaning products lies a fascinating world of chemistry. This article decodes the key ingredients of cleaning products and what makes them so powerful.

Continuing our series on ‘decoding the chemistry’ this time we take a look at the chemicals found in our favourite processed foods to understand the role they play in providing you with high quality, tasty meals, snacks and drinks. 

In this article, we dive into the world of cosmetic chemistry and decode the chemistry behind your favourite beauty products.

Exploring the composition, industrial manufacturing and worldwide applications of formic acid.

A versatile chemical compound with a range of uses across multiple industries, this article takes a look at acetic acid, what it is and its uses in everyday life.

Continuing from the theme of our last blog ’10 most common acids and their uses’ this time we go to the other end of the scale to look at 10 common alkalis and their uses or application in everyday life. 

We take a look at the 10 most common acids and their uses or applications in everyday life.

Returning for our 4^th year we will be back at the CHEMUK Expo on the 10^th and 11^th May at the Birmingham NEC

Often, understanding the terms and concepts used in the chemical industry offers great insight into how chemicals and compounds are used and the role they play within everyday formulations and products.

Although antifreeze and coolant are regularly considered as either/or products, they do not possess the same properties so depending on their application knowing the difference between how antifreeze works in a system compared to a coolant is essential.

A hugely important product within the water treatment industry, we take a closer look at Poly Aluminium Chloride (PAC) and the crucial role it plays

With a broad range of uses and applications this month we take a closer look at Trisodium Citrate

Now celebrating its 200^th anniversary, the Royal Highland Show takes place from 23^rd to 26^th June at the Royal Highland Showground, Ingliston.

Now in its third year, Monarch Chemicals will be returning to CHEMUK on the 11^th and 12^th May at the NEC, Birmingham.

As part of our commitment to investing in the future of Monarch Chemicals, our Sheerness location is currently undergoing another positive transformation as we build new, additional storage and blending facilities.

Lamma 2022, The UK’s leading agricultural machinery, equipment and technology show takes place this year on the 4^th-5^th May 2022 at the Birmingham NEC.

The latest campaign from the Royal Society of Chemistry is shining the spotlight on ‘paint stashers’ aiming to get more unused paint recycled for their valuable polymer content.

Make a difference at this year's CHEMUK by donating with a business card to one of our three chosen charities. For every business card, we’ll put £1 in the pot. 

The show will go on for the second annual CHEMUK event which is taking place on the 15^th and 16^th September 2021 at Birmingham NEC.

As soon as the days get longer, and the sun begins to emerge from the clouds we know that growing season has well and truly arrived where will we see a sharp rise in sales of Nitric Acid.

Monarch Agri is the new collective name for our agricultural range of products.

Businesses and hauliers trading between Great Britain and the EU have been urged to ensure they meet necessary requirements before travelling to the border, as the Government warns that expected traffic could increase next week. 

Now a permanent group of products in our portfolio, the Cleantec Protect range was launched in April last year in direct response to market demands for high performing and trustworthy sanitising and disinfection products. 

A collection of the best 'elfies from Team Monarch's Christmas Jumper Day

The Department for International Trade (DIT) is holding a virtual trade show, UK ChemOnline, that will be running on 19th & 20th November 2020

The government have recently updated their guidance on how to comply with the EU’s REACH chemical regulations when using, making, selling or importing chemicals in the EU and what can be done to prepare for 1st January 2021.

Hypochlorous Acid (also referred to as HOCl) has been known about for hundreds of years but only recently, particularly during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, has it grown in popularity.

Monarch Chemicals has recently joined forces with a luxury boutique hotel and golf resort offering them their own brand of anti-bacterial hand sanitiser.

Reflecting the unprecedented situation with regard to current Covid-19 (Coronavirus) fears, apprehension and uncertainty, plus the concern of exhibiting companies on the show floor the organisers of CHEMUK have decided to postpone the show.

YAMS – The Yorkshire Agricultural Machinery Show returns for its seventh year on Wednesday 5th February at the York Exhibition Centre. 

Registration is now open for CHEMUK: The UK Chemical Industry and Supply Chain Expo which returns for its second year at Event City, Manchester on the 16^th and 17^th September.

Based in the South East our Sheerness location is one of our key chemical distribution sites and home to our blending and manufacturing facilities.

From their ancient origins in 200BC fireworks have taken thousands of years of discovery, experiments and technological advancements to become the spectacle they are today. 

This month we shine the spotlight on Monopropylene Glycol; a hugely versatile chemical used in a broad mix of industries from cosmetics and pharmaceuticals to agriculture, food and e-cigarettes. 

Electronic devices contain a huge number of different elements, some of which are set to be fully mined in the next 100 years.

Based at our Sheerness site we have an apprenticeship available for a works chemist to join our team

From its origins as a small fledgling business in Kent to a multi-site UK chemical distribution company, Monarch Chemicals celebrates 30 years in business this July. 

Monarch Chemicals are pleased to announce that following the success of this year’s CHEMUK UK Chemical Industries Supply Chain Expo that they will be returning next year for CHEMUK 2020 taking up a spot in the CHEMSOURCE zone.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a new role within Monarch Chemicals for an IT apprentice 

Meet with Monarch Chemicals at this year’s Royal Highland Show to discuss your feed preservation requirements for 2019/2020.

Contribute to one of our selected charities at this year's CHEMUK with just your business card.

The National Beef Association returns for another year with their highly anticipated Beef Expo 2019 at North West Auctions, J36 Rural Auction Centre, Cumbria.

Monarch Chemicals are happy to announce that they will be exhibiting at the new CHEMUK - Chemical Industry Supply Chain Expo and Conference in May of this year.

Monarch Chemicals are pleased to be exhibiting once again at Lamma 2019 showcasing the range of Perstorp performance additives.

The difference between Propylene Glycol and Ethylene Glycol in antifreeze comes down to both toxicity levels and efficiency of performance. Ethylene glycol possess far superior heat transfer properties whereas Propylene Glycol carries a very low toxicity. 

AgriScot returns for another year to the Royal Highland Centre (RHC) in Edinburgh and is poised to be the best yet with a whole host of commercial and technical advice, along with displays, demonstrations and business seminars to create the ultimate Farm Business Event.

We are delighted to have obtained the revised standard ISO9001:2015 as well as ISO14001:2015. 

Monarch Chemicals installs new sodium hypochlorite and effluent treatment tanks at their Sheerness site.

With news of increased fraudulent cyber activity in the chemicals industry, it is becoming more important to open up communication channels, share details of breaches and collaborate in order to reduce risk and prevent this activity from making an impact.

The glorious weather and packed events schedule attracted almost 200,000 visitors to this year’s 178^th Royal Highland Show in Ingliston. 

Developed by Perstorp in Sweden, we are happy to announce the launch of a new organic acid additive, designed specifically for the feed industry  to improve feed quality and reduce production costs.

More than 1,100 members from the Chemical Business Association attended the 95th annual lunch at this year’s event in London.

From 1 ^st  January 2020 a new label element will be required on all products which are classified as carrying health hazards under CLP regulations.

REACH is a significant piece of legislation within the chemicals industry, having an impact on the way we manufacture and source chemicals. This article explains what it all means and what you can do to ensure you're compliant.

We are delighted to announce the launch of the new and refreshed Monarch Chemicals website

From food and drink through to cleaning products and cosmetics, citric acid is a key component within modern processing and manufacturing. 

Acetic acid is a colourless liquid with a distinct sour taste. Although most commonly known as vinegar, this acid also has a wide variety of other uses across multiple industries. 

Monarch Chemicals have recently added four new Mercedes Antos to their fleet as part of their commitment to improving distribution, efficiency and safety.