2021

Advance Research Chemicals has been sold to Inhance Technologies, a portfolio company of Aurora Capital Partners

Advance Research Chemicals

Founded in 1987, Advance Research Chemicals (ARC) is world-class, specialty chemicals and materials supplier offering high purity, tailored solutions utilizing production facilities in the United States and Mexico. Many of the world’s largest companies partner with ARC to develop performance critical chemicals and materials that enable some of the most innovative products. The company also provides private label manufacturing for the institutional and consumer hygiene markets. ARC serves a wide array of industries, including medical batteries, semiconductors, 3D printing, pharmaceuticals, automotive, textiles and consumer packaged goods.

The Deal

Lincoln’s industry expertise and access to global strategic and financial buyers enabled a targeted process to be run on an accelerated timeline with the best group of buyers. The acquisition of ARC is Inhance’s second add-on acquisition since being acquired by Aurora and helps to capitalize on existing technologies while delivering an even broader suite of specialty chemicals solutions. Randy Moser, Partner at Aurora Capital Partners, commented, “Leveraging the world-class capabilities of each company will spur even more technological advancements, durably accelerating Inhance Technologies’ growth.”

Our Perspective

Chris Petrossian, Managing Director, commented, “ARC is a truly differentiated company in the specialty chemicals market with world-leading expertise in niche, inorganic chemistries. Inhance is the best strategic fit for ARC, and Aurora Capital Partners is a tremendous partner with a proven track record in the space. The synergies of the combined platform will accelerate growth and innovation to new heights.”

Advance Research Chemicals Inc Inhance Technologies Holdings LLC Aurora Capital Partners 2021 Connect with a Senior Team Member
The Lincoln team's dedication and hard work as our advisor gave confidence that we would find the best home for our company and honor the legacy our family has built. Lincoln's strong relationships with the best buyers around the globe and deep sector expertise proved instrumental in executing a transaction in a timely manner at the best price and terms.
Sanjay Meshri
Chairman of ARC

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