About Us
Company Overview
Founded in 1999 in Singapore, GME Chemicals has grown into a leading distributor of specialty chemicals, polymers, and life science products across Southeast Asia and China.
At GME Chemicals, we focus on delivering top-quality products and exceptional service to a diverse range of customers. Our customers remain at the center of everything we do, and we strive to provide a smooth, seamless, and reliable experience throughout the supply chain
Working closely with trusted global suppliers, we support manufacturers across industries including plastics, personal care, coatings, pharmaceuticals, and other industrial applications. By understanding our customers’ unique requirements, we provide reliable material solutions that help them succeed in their markets.
Our Regional Presence
With regional offices strategically located across Southeast Asia and China, Our teams provides localized support while maintaining a strong regional distribution network.
GME Chemicals operates in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, and China. This presence allows us to work closely with customers in each market while leveraging our broader regional capabilities.
By combining local market knowledge with regional coordination, we ensure reliable supply, technical support, and responsive service across the markets we serve.
Part of the Biesterfeld Group
Our growth reached an important milestone in 2021, when GME Chemicals became part of the Biesterfeld Group.
Founded in 1906 in Hamburg, Germany, the Biesterfeld Group is one of the world’s leading distributors and service providers for plastics, rubber, and specialty chemicals. With a global presence across more than 50 locations in Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa, and annual revenue of approximately €1.29 billion (FY 2024), the group continues to focus on sustainable and profitable growth.
As part of the Biesterfeld Group, GME Chemicals combines strong regional expertise in Southeast Asia with access to a broader global network of suppliers, technical knowledge, and market insights.
Being able to feel the pulse of the market, we at GME Chemicals are able to utilize this invaluable knowledge and experience to add value to our customers’ business strategy. By leveraging on our network of suppliers, market access and product knowledge, we are able to meet the needs of even the most demanding customer.
Mission
At GME Chemicals, we strive to be a trusted and reliable partner for our customers. We drive sustainable growth for our principals while upholding social and ethical responsibility in every business interaction. We are committed to creating a positive and empowering workplace for our employees, protecting the environment through sustainable operations, and delivering consistent value to our shareholders.
Vision
Our vision is to be the partner of choice, providing tailored materials and solutions that meet the unique needs of every business. We aim to drive shared success across dynamic markets through innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
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Our Commitments
We have adopted the Tripartite Standards
We are committed to building a fair and inclusive workplace and environment for our staff, and therefore have adopted a set of good employment practices that meet the requirements of the Tripartite Standards.
Currently, we have adopted:
We have been awarded the Progressive Wage Mark
We support the upliftment of lower-wage workers and are committed to paying progressive wages and upholding occupational standards. The Progressive Wage Mark affirms our efforts in fostering fairer and more inclusive
employment practices.
Quality & Sustainability
We uphold industry standards by keeping our certifications updated, ensuring our operations stay responsible and reliable.
