Every morning begins with gestures so familiar we rarely stop to consider what makes them possible: turning on the tap, preparing breakfast, making tea. Yet behind each of these simple actions lies something essential, often invisible — chemistry.
At Esseco UK, we develop chemical solutions that support everyday life in subtle but significant ways. From water treatment to food safety, from winter resilience to beverage production, our work touches millions — even if it often goes unnoticed.
Clean water: a silent essential
One of Esseco UK’s most impactful products is sodium bisulfite, a key ingredient in water purification. It plays a vital role in removing chlorine from drinking water across the UK, helping ensure safety, taste, and consistency.
“Without drinking water, nobody survives,” says Rob Smart, Commercial Manager at Esseco UK.
“And sodium bisulfite is crucial in making that water safe and reliable.”
It’s chemistry with a direct impact on public health — present in every glass, every kettle, every sip.
From the oven to your table: chemistry in food
In the food industry, our chemical expertise enables consistency, quality, and shelf life.
Leavening agents like sodium bicarbonate and ammonium carbonate help baked goods rise and achieve the perfect texture. Other additives, like Calpro (distributed by Addcon, part of the Esseco Group), preserve freshness and help reduce waste.
Whether it’s a crumpet at breakfast or toast in the evening, our chemistry helps ensure that food stays safe, reliable, and good to eat.
Chemistry that keeps the world moving
Our solutions also power the unseen infrastructure of global mobility.
- De-icers like SafeGrip® help keep airports and roads operational during harsh winters.
- In the energy sector, sodium allyl sulfonate prevents corrosion in North Sea oil wells, extending the life of critical assets.
- In the beverage industry, ammonium bisulfite is used in caramel colouring — key to the flavour and look of popular soft drinks.
These are just a few of the ways our products contribute to essential systems — keeping them running, protected, and efficient.
Trust, quality, and local presence
At Esseco UK, it’s not just about what we make, but how we work.
Our customers value our products for their performance, but they stay for the trust, flexibility, and long-term relationships we build.
With short lead times, high standards, and a deeply collaborative approach, we offer peace of mind — especially in sensitive sectors like food and water, where there’s no room for compromise.
Invisible but essential
From the safety of your drinking water to the rise of your morning toast — from industrial operations to national infrastructure — Esseco UK’s chemistry is part of the systems that support daily life.
You might not see it. But it’s there — in every product we touch, every partnership we build, and committed to helping make life better.
