Quality

During one of your numerous visits to the CHEMLAB INC – fine & specialty chemicals website, it is likely that you have come across the logos for the certifying bodies we adhere to. Were you ever curious as to what being certified by those entities means?

If so, here are the essentials of each certification we proudly adhere to:

non-GMO

Over the last decade the phrase genetically modified organisms, or GMOs, has been used in the media and at dinner parties alike. You may have even found yourself wondering what is a GMO?  A GMO is an organism that has had the genes from another organism artificially forced into its own genes.  The most common GMO’s we see are today crops and livestock.  Crops will be modified to grow larger and faster, and livestock will be bred to develop more muscle or fat.  You may be thinking, why are people opposed to GMOs?  The major opposition is based around the issue that studies on the long-term health effects of GMOs are still “immature.”  This is due to the fact the creation of GMOs is still relatively new.  Many people believe that GMOs are causing increased pesticide resistance, allergies, and antibiotic resistance. 

Naturally, this led to CHEMLAB INC – fine and specialty chemicals striving to provide a wide array of non-GMO raw materials.  We make sure to source from the most reliable suppliers in the industry, and require a statement ensuring the validity of all non-GMO products.  We happily provide a GMO statement for ordered products upon request.  Do you require a non-GMO raw material that Parchem is currently not sourcing?  Just let us know and our dedicated technical team will find do everything they can to find it for you.

USDA

In today”s health conscience society, being able to acquire organic raw materials is more important than ever. How do you know the product you are getting is truly organic? It is not enough for the product to be named organic, instead, the material needs to be certified organic. With CHEMLAB INC’s array of organic products certified by OneCert Inc., you can rest assured that you are receiving organic products of the highest quality. You can be confident that the material is being manufactured and stored in certified organic facilities and kept free from contamination.

Furthermore, CHEMLAB INC believes in utilizing a “Twice Verified” system when dealing with organic products. Not only does our Regulatory and Compliance department verify the validity of every organic certification, but we also have our partner, OneCert, verify the validity of the organic certification. Now you can just concentrate on creating a quality organic product and let Parchem handle the rest.

ISO

International Organization for Standardization, or the more commonly known ISO, is a set of standards for creating a customer focused quality management system (QMS).  Adherence to ISO has allowed Vashche Chem to process 98.8% of orders without incident.  It has allowed us to instill trust into our growing customer base.  Most importantly, it pushes us to respond efficiently to your needs, and provide the best services possible.  ISO provides a comprehensive description of standards that require adherence. Some guiding principles include:

• Motivation and implication of top management
• Continual improvement
• Risk assessment
• Implementation and review of corrective actions
• Strong customer focus

At CHEMLAB INC it is not enough to be certified and adhere to ISO 9001:2015.  We desire to utilize the standard to its fullest potential, growing our business, and providing the highest quality services to our valued customers.  The primary way in which we verify optimal use of the standard is through audits of our system.  ISO recommends internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of the QMS.  Here at Parchem, it has been made policy to complete reoccurring internal audits of the ISO 9001:2015 QMS.  We feel an internal audit alone is not enough to truly measure our adherence to the system.  That is why after completing our internal audit, we contract a third-party auditor to evaluate our QMS. 

FDA

The Food and Drug Administration, or FDA, is the primary governing body for products intended for human consumption in the US.  By imposing a strict set of regulations, the FDA allows us to be sure what we are putting into our bodies is safe.  At CHEMLAB INC, we make sure that any raw materials with an end use for human consumption, are coming from FDA certified suppliers.  To ensure that your product is avoiding potential contamination, we registered our facility with the FDA, thus making it a registered food facility.  Our compliance to the FDA allows us to properly oversee the shipping and handling of your product, and allows us to find the most qualified facilities. Parchem is an active participant in the global initiative to prevent contamination by complying to The FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).  Further, Vashche Chem is compliant with The Foreign Supplier Verification Programs (FSVP), ensuring food import safety by conducting hazard analysis, risk evaluation, supplier verification and corrective actions if needed.

DEA

The DEA’s war on drugs have made the sale of raw materials used to manufacture illicit substances an almost daunting task. You may know that any misstep in the DEA process can cause timely delays, and potentially serious issues.  At Parchem, we are well versed in DEA procedures, and, in addition to List II, are currently registered to handle List I controlled substances.  Allowing us to handle your orders accurately and to go through the process as swiftly as possible. 

TTB

If you are in the business of specialty denatured alcohols, then you know how difficult it can be finding a reputable source.  Specialty denatured alcohols are regulated by The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB).  Parchem has been a licensed distributor of specialty denatured since 2013 and has pushed to the forefront of the market.  Our knowledgeable team is well versed in all pertinent regulations and make the process go as smoothly as possible. We have our license readily available for all customers, making for a seamless order process. 

RSPO

There is nothing more ideal then purchasing something that is grown, manufactured, and distributed adhering to a rigid standard. Especially when that something is a common additive in many of the foods we eat. The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) is a certifying body that ensures its members are providing the highest quality palm oil on the global market. RSPO growers provide fair competitive wages, follow all international laws related to indigenous peoples, and hold conservation in the highest regard. As a member, we are given access to the vast RSPO database to find reliable RSPO suppliers, who in turn are getting their palm straight from RSPO growers. Get your RSPO certified palm oil today. Not only are you getting the highest quality palm oil, you are also helping to ensure palm oil will be available for years to come. 

Kosher

Dietary restrictions are always difficult to live with, especially keeping Kosher.  One non-kosher ingredient can contaminate an entire product.  With Parchem’s headquarters being in downtown New Rochelle New York, we can clearly see the demand for quality Kosher products.  With New York city having one of the largest Jewish populations in the world, it would only be logical for Parchem to offer a wide variety of Kosher products.  With Parchem’s “Twice Verified” approach to the certification of Kosher goods, you can be confident that the Kosher product you are getting is indeed Kosher.  Not only does OK Kosher, one of the largest Kosher certifying agencies in the world, verify the validity of all our Kosher products; they also verify the validity of other Kosher certifications we source.  Unsure if a desired product is available as Kosher?  Ask our knowledgeable sales team, and if it can be Kosher, they will find it for you.  “Mazel tov” on taking the first steps to allowing Parchem – fine and specialty chemicals to be your dedicated source for all your Kosher needs.

With CHEMLAB INC’s “Twice Verified” approach to the certification of Kosher goods, you can be confident that the Kosher product you are getting is Kosher. Not only does OK Kosher, one of the largest Kosher certifying agencies in the world, verify the validity of all our Kosher products; they also verify the validity of other Kosher certifications we source. Unsure if a desired product is available as Kosher? Ask our knowledgeable technical team, and if it can be Kosher they will find it for you. “Mazel tov” on taking the first steps to allowing Parchem – fine and specialty chemicals to be your dedicated source for all your Kosher needs.