United‐Guardian, Inc. (NASDAQ: UG) is a specialty chemical and consumer products company headquartered in New York. Founded in the mid‐20th century as a small manufacturing operation, the company has built a reputation for custom formulation and contract manufacturing services. Over its multi‐decade history, United‐Guardian has expanded from basic household products into a diversified portfolio of ingredients and finished goods for a variety of end markets.
The company’s offerings span several core areas: personal care preservatives, industrial and household disinfectants, therapeutic soaps and skin care products, and specialty emulsifiers and solubilizers for cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Notably, its GreenShield line of sanitizers and alcohol‐free disinfectants is used in healthcare settings, schools, and commercial facilities. United‐Guardian’s R&D team collaborates closely with customers to develop tailored formulations that meet regulatory, performance, and sustainability criteria.
United‐Guardian serves clients across North America and has established distribution partnerships in Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Its 70,000‐square‐foot manufacturing and laboratory complex near Buffalo, NY, houses pilot‐scale production, quality control, and analytical capabilities. This integrated facility model enables rapid scale‐up from laboratory concepts to full‐scale commercial output while maintaining rigorous safety and regulatory compliance.
The company’s leadership team is led by President and Chief Executive Officer James R. Kelsoe, who brings more than 25 years of experience in specialty chemicals and personal care markets. Supported by vice presidents of research, operations, and global sales, United‐Guardian continues to pursue growth through new product innovation, strategic partnerships, and expansion into emerging markets for clean‐label and eco‐friendly formulations.
