Reaxis

MILWAUKEE (February 4, 2025) TIB Chemicals AG (“TIB Chemicals”), headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, has announced that it has acquired Reaxis, Inc. (“Reaxis”), a leading U.S. manufacturer of tin catalysts and metal-based specialty additives. By acquiring Reaxis, TIB Chemicals strengthens its presence in the North American market and reinforces its position as a global leader in tin chemicals, particularly tin catalysts. Together, TIB Chemicals and Reaxis are poised to continue delivering innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of global markets. Grace Matthews advised Reaxis on the transaction.

ABOUT REAXIS, INC.
Reaxis, Inc. is a leading U.S. supplier of tin catalysts and specialty metal-based additives. Reaxis has built an industry reputation for its product development expertise, scale-up know-how, and dedicated technical support. Reaxis’ chemistries play a pivotal role in delivering cutting-edge performance in its customers’ products and are used in various end markets including polymer synthesis and crosslinking, surface finishing, water treatment, performance chemicals, oil and gas, and peroxide stabilization. For more information, please visit www.reaxis.com.

ABOUT TIB CHEMICALS AG
Founded in 1872, TIB Chemicals AG is a globally oriented, mid-sized company specializing in the development, production, and distribution of high-quality chemicals. With a diverse portfolio of over 1,000 products spanning basic chemicals, inorganic specialty chemicals, and coating systems, TIB Chemicals serves a wide range of international customers through its locations in three countries. With more than 450 dedicated employees who share a passion for chemistry, TIB Chemicals stands out for its extensive 150-year legacy as a family-owned business in the chemical industry.  For more information, please visit www.tib-chemicals.com. 

ABOUT GRACE MATTHEWS
Grace Matthews, Inc., a Milwaukee-based investment bank, provides merger, acquisition, and corporate finance advisory services to private and public companies across the chemical and material science value chain. Over the past 25 years, Grace Matthews has successfully completed over 150 transactions on behalf of private, middle-market companies, private equity firms, and large multi-national corporations. For more detailed information on Grace Matthews, visit www.gracematthews.com.