Founded in England in 1926, Thomas Swan & Co. Ltd. is a leading[citation needed] independent manufacturer of performance and fine chemicals. The company manufactures over 100 products, from kilogram to multi-tonne quantities, and offers an experienced and flexible custom manufacturing service. With offices in the United States and China and a global network of distributors, Thomas Swan exports to over 80 countries worldwide and is well placed to service British and international markets.[citation needed]
History
Thomas Swan & Co. Ltd. was founded by ‘Tommy’ Swan at its present site in Consett, County Durham in the North East of England. From early beginnings as a road surfacing company, using the waste product (slag) from the local steel industry as a raw material, Thomas Swan has diversified into a wide range of performance chemical products and processes.[citation needed]
