Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Chemical and Engineering Consultants Since 1928
Founded in 1928, we are a distinguished non-profit membership organization dedicated to connecting clients with highly qualified chemical consultants and chemical engineers. Our members specialize in diverse technical areas including chemical process design, regulatory affairs, forensic analysis, and litigation support, serving industries such as pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, and environmental sciences. We provide a complimentary referral service to help clients identify experts tailored to their specific challenges, while offering members resources to enhance their consulting practices.With nearly a century of experience, our organization remains committed to advancing chemical and engineering knowledge, fostering ethical standards, and delivering reliable solutions to complex technical and business problems.
Services
Chemical Consulting
Expert Witness Services
Process Design
Regulatory Compliance
Litigation Support
Technical Due Diligence
Product Development
Details
- Year established: 1928
Highlights and features
- We offer 95+ years of experience connecting clients with chemical consulting experts.
- Our members specialize in niche areas like forensic analysis and expert witness testimony.
- We provide complimentary, obligation-free consultant referrals for technical challenges.
- Our network includes specialists in regulatory compliance and process optimization.
- We support members with professional development and client acquisition resources.
Services
Chemical Consulting
Our chemical consultants provide expert guidance on process design, materials analysis, and regulatory compliance. Serving pharmaceutical, petrochemical, and manufacturing sectors, we deliver solutions for complex technical challenges. Our members combine advanced scientific knowledge with practical industry experience to optimize operations and ensure safety standards.
Expert Witness Services
We connect legal professionals with qualified expert witnesses for litigation involving chemical processes, product failures, or regulatory disputes. Our consultants provide court testimony, technical reports, and forensic analysis. Members have extensive experience in intellectual property cases and industrial accident investigations.
Regulatory Compliance
Our experts assist with FDA, EPA, and international regulatory requirements for chemical products and manufacturing facilities. Services include compliance audits, documentation preparation, and risk assessment. We help clients navigate complex regulations for pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and industrial chemicals.
Process Optimization
We identify improvements for chemical manufacturing processes to enhance yield, reduce costs, and improve safety. Our consultants analyze production workflows, recommend equipment upgrades, and implement quality control measures. Solutions are tailored to specific industry needs in polymer production and specialty chemicals.
Litigation Support
Our members provide technical expertise for legal cases involving chemical patents, product liability, and environmental regulations. Services include document review, expert reports, and courtroom testimony. Consultants have specialized knowledge in areas like chemical exposure litigation and industrial accident reconstruction.
People
J. Stephen Duerr
Treasurer and Webmaster
Ph.D. chemist specializing in forensic analysis and materials failure investigations with 30+ years of experience in pharmaceutical and chemical industries.
Ronald Zager
Consulting Chemist
Expert in fluorochemicals and process chemistry with extensive litigation support experience for chemical and pharmaceutical companies.
Richard M. Goodman
Surface Chemistry Consultant
Recognized surface chemistry expert providing technical due diligence and product development solutions for graphic arts and chemical suppliers.
Edward Richman
Process Development Consultant
Specializes in custom synthesis and startup advisory services, with expertise in FDA regulatory guidance and technology commercialization.
Bernard Ennis
Litigation Consultant
P.E. with focus on power industry litigation support, accident investigation, and environmental compliance assessments for global energy facilities.
Questions
How do I find a chemical consultant for a specific project?
Use our online member directory to search consultants by expertise area or submit a Consultant Help Inquiry for personalized referrals.
What industries do your members serve?
Our consultants work across pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, environmental sciences, legal sectors, and manufacturing industries globally.
Are your consultants available for expert witness testimony?
Yes, many members specialize in litigation support, providing expert witness services for chemical-related legal cases.
How can I become a member?
Submit an application demonstrating your chemical consulting experience and professional qualifications through our membership portal.
Do you offer regulatory compliance assistance?
Yes, our members provide FDA, EPA, and international regulatory compliance consulting for chemical products and manufacturing processes.
