Chematek S.p.A. and Lučební závody a.s. Kolín today celebrate 25 years of uninterrupted collaboration on Synhydrid®. Since the early 2000s, Chematek has operated as the exclusive global distributor of Synhydrid®, a safer and highly effective alternative to traditional reducing agents like lithium aluminium hydride.
This long-standing partnership has played a pivotal role in delivering Synhydrid® to diverse industries worldwide, including pharmaceuticals, flavours and fragrances, and agrochemicals.
Synhydrid®, a 70% wt. solution of sodium dihydridobis(2-methoxyethoxo)aluminate (SDMA) in toluene, provides key advantages over conventional options:
• Enhanced Safety: Unlike lithium aluminium hydride, Synhydrid® is not pyrophoric at ambient conditions, significantly reducing handling risks.
• Extended Shelf Life: Under dry conditions, Synhydrid® boasts an unlimited shelf life, ensuring long-term usability and reliability.
• Versatile Solubility: It dissolves seamlessly in a wide range of solvents, including aromatic hydrocarbons and ethers, enabling flexible applications.
• Broad Applications: Synhydrid® is essential in the synthesis of antivirals, antihypertensive medications, antidepressants, pheromones for crop protection, luxury perfumes, and polyamides.
Lučební závody a.s. Kolín, with over 150 years of expertise in chemical manufacturing, continues to both innovate and expand production capabilities. Current production capacity now meets the entire global demand for Synhydrid®.
Chematek and Lučební závody a.s. Kolín remain dedicated to providing high-quality reducing agents. Together the partners support projects from laboratory research to industrial-scale production, driving the ongoing success of ventures in the pharmaceutical, flavours and fragrances, and agrochemical sectors.
About Chematek S.p.A.
Chematek S.p.A. is a leading global distributor of specialty chemicals, serving industries such as pharmaceuticals, flavours and fragrance (F&F), agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. Headquartered in Milan, Italy, Chematek focuses on innovative solutions and strategic partnerships to deliver value worldwide.
About Lučební Závody a.s. Kolín
Lučební závody a.s. Kolín is one of the Czech Republic's oldest chemical manufacturers, specializing in silicone-based products and specialty chemicals like Synhydrid®. With a legacy spanning over 150 years, the company operates advanced facilities in Kolín, emphasizing innovation, sustainability, and global compliance.
