Columbus Chemical Industries, Inc. (CCI)

Columbus Chemical Industries (CCI) is an American manufacturer and distributor of high‑purity chemicals, founded in 1978 by the Schierd brothers. The company grew from the family‑owned Sheard Science Supplies business, founded in the mid‑1960s. CCI specializes in custom blending, private labeling, contract manufacturing, and distillation of ultra‑high‑purity chemical products. The company operates two manufacturing sites — in Columbus, Wisconsin, and Phoenix, Arizona. CCI serves the semiconductor, pharmaceutical, medical, energy, biotechnology, and industrial sectors. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified, FDA registered, and follows GMP and Responsible Distribution principles. Key products include high‑purity nitric acid (Krystal Pure Plus), hydrofluoric acid, and other high‑purity reagents.