MacKenzie Chemical Works Inc. was founded by Ian MacKenzie on Long Island, New York in 1954. Putting his entrepreneurial spirit together with his chemical engineering experience, he began building a company that would produce useful chemicals for unique markets. His patented fuel oil combustion catalyst, "PYROCAT", used many of the metal acetylacetonates we still manufacture today.

    In the 60's, the company turned more to the synthesis of chemical compounds rather than blending formulations. This involved investment in costly manufacturing systems and research by a growing technical staff.

    In the 70's and 80's specialized products were developed for the imaging industry. the company expanded rapidly in people, equipment and sales. The expansion led to construction of the plant in Bush, Louisiana in 1977.

    In the 90's and now into the new millennium the company has again established a reputation for quality products and dependability. The entire company is now based entirely in Louisiana and is spreading it's products worldwide.