
Driving Innovation in Home Care and Beyond
At HARKE, we are passionate about supporting evolving consumer trends and enabling the development of cutting-edge formulations. With over 55 years of experience in chemical distribution, we bring deep industry knowledge, global reach, and a spirit of innovation to the Home Care, Industrial & Institutional (I&I), and Personal Care sectors. Our mission is to bridge the gap between consumer expectations and technical formulation needs. Therefore, we offer an extensive portfolio of high-performance ingredients backed by outstanding service and support. Our Portfolio ranges from cleaning chemicals to cosmetic raw materials.
Home & Personal Care, I&I
Meeting the Demands in Home Care Products
In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing market, consumer preferences are shifting rapidly, especially in Home Care sector. Modern lifestyles call for smarter, safer, and more sustainable products. This applies for industrial cleaning supplies, maintaining hygiene in professional settings, or caring for the skin and body. At HARKE, we stay ahead of the curve by actively monitoring global trends. We identify emerging needs and translate them into functional, market-ready solutions.
We understand that consumer demand today is driven by more than just performance. Sustainability, health consciousness, multi-functionality, sensory appeal, and convenience are major decision-making factors across product categories. That’s why we don’t just offer ingredients. We deliver comprehensive, trend-aligned solutions that enable our partners to create formulations that resonate with modern consumers.
Broad Portfolio for Home Care, Industrial Cleaning and Cosmetics
From concept to creation, HARKE supports the development of innovative detergent and cosmetic formulations. We offer a comprehensive collection of chemical ingredients tailored to meet current and future market needs. Our portfolio includes surfactants, builders, biocides, bleaching agents, rheology modifiers, specialty additives, and more. We selected every product carefully and validated for their performance, safety, and compatibility in end-use applications. Thanks to our strong partnerships with cosmetic raw material and cleaning chemical manufacturers, we offer high-quality solutions. These meet the highest standards in home care, cosmetics, and industrial cleaning.
Technical Expertise That Powers Home Care Innovation
Our wide product range serves as the foundation, but our added value lies in the technical and research services we provide. Our formulation experts and technical support teams work side-by-side with our clients to solve formulation challenges and develop new product ideas. They also help to fine-tune existing recipes for better efficiency, functionality, and marketability. Whether it’s optimize a cosmetic raw material, enhancing foam quality in a shampoo, achieving superior grease-cutting power in a kitchen cleaner, or stabilizing an emulsion in a luxury skin cream. We offer practical solutions and deep expertise.
Your One-Stop Source for Home Care and Cosmetic Ingredients
What makes HARKE unique is our synergistic approach. We bring together both specialty and commodity chemicals in a streamlined, cohesive offering. Our integrated portfolio approach allows formulators and manufacturers to source all essential components from a single, trusted partner. This simplifying procurement and accelerating time-to-market. Moreover, our global sourcing capabilities ensure reliable access to high-quality materials. We maintain competitive pricing, even in fluctuating supply chain conditions.
Supporting Sustainability in Home Care Formulations
Our commitment to innovation goes hand-in-hand with our dedication to sustainability and regulatory compliance – especially in Home Care. We actively promote green chemistry and offer eco-conscious alternatives. These include biodegradable surfactants, natural-derived ingredients, and low-impact preservatives. Our solutions help partners meet stricter environmental regulations and rising consumer expectations. Additionally, we keep abreast of evolving legislation across global markets. We provide regulatory support and documentation to facilitate smooth and compliant product development.
Global Expertise, Localized Home Care Solutions
Operating in over 60 countries, HARKE provides localized solutions with a global mindset. Our international footprint, combined with strong regional expertise, allows us to adapt to the nuances of local markets. At the same time, we deliver the benefits of a broad global network. Whether you’re global player or a regional innovator, we scale our support to match your goals and capabilities.
Personalized Project Support for Home Care and More
Our commercial and technical teams are here to assist at every stage of your project. We offer personal, expert advice from ideation and ingredient selection to regulatory guidance and product launch. Whether you’re developing a raw material cosmetic formulation or improving performance in an existing industrial cleaning product. Our services are tailored to your specific need. This customer-first philosophy ensures that every partnership is built on trust, transparency, and shared success.
Leading the Shift in Home Care, I&I, and Personal Care
The industries we serve - Home Care, I&I, and Personal Care - are all undergoing major transformations. In Home Care, consumers are looking for highly effective but environmentally friendly cleaning products that support healthy living. In the I&I segment, efficiency, disinfection, and compliance are top priorities. Meanwhile, the Personal Care industry is shifting toward clean beauty, self-care, and wellness-driven skincare and haircare products. This is pushing the need for reliable, high-quality cosmetic raw material manufacturers. At HARKE, we are fully equipped to help our partners navigate these shifts with the right mix of science, supply, and support. Whether you're formulating the next generation of surface cleaners, launching an eco-friendly laundry product, or developing an innovative skincare range, HARKE is your ideal partner. As experienced cosmetic raw materials supplier, we ensure technical excellence and market relevance. Our role is to empower your innovation, reduce complexity, and help you bring your ideas to life—quickly, sustainably, and successfully.
Let’s Transform the Future of Home Care – Together
We invite you to explore our cleaning and cosmetic solutions across the globe. Discover the many ways HARKE can contribute to your product innovation. Let us support your business growth with our expertise, innovative solutions and strong collaborative approach. With over five decades of experience, we bring deep industry knowledge to every project. Our forward-thinking mindset and dedicated team help you stay ahead of trends. Together we build the future of formulation. Get in touch with our commercial and technical experts today and let’s innovate together.