Changzhou Huanling Chemical, a company specializing in the R&D and production of fluorine-containing fine chemicals, presented its independently developed series of fluorosurfactants and fluorine-modified functional additives at PCHi 2026 in Hangzhou from March 18 to 20. This marked our systematic showcase of innovative achievements at a premier event in the beauty raw materials industry. The three-day exhibition was a grand industry feast, during which we not only secured orders and cooperation intentions but also gained a brand-new understanding of the integrated development of fine chemicals and the beauty industry.
I. Stepping into the Grand Event: Impressed by the Breadth and Depth of the Industry Ecosystem
As our team stepped into the 70,000-square-meter exhibition area of Hangzhou Grand Convention and Exhibition Center, we were immediately immersed in the vibrant atmosphere. More than 860 exhibitors from 26 countries and regions gathered to showcase their strengths, with over 50,000 professional visitors in attendance, bringing together innovative forces in the global beauty raw materials sector.
As an enterprise with more than ten years of expertise in fluorine-containing heterocyclic and aliphatic compounds, our specially designed booth in Hall W3 attracted numerous R&D directors and formulators from domestic and international cosmetics companies for in-depth inquiries.
On the first day of the exhibition, two of our core products—trifluoromethylpyrazole surfactant and perfluorohexylethyl phosphate salt—garnered significant attention. After learning in detail about their low surface tension properties and biocompatibility data, an R&D director from a world-renowned beauty group expressed on-site cooperation intentions, hoping to apply our fluorine-containing additives in high-end sunscreens and waterproof color cosmetics. This made us realize that while Huanling Chemical has accumulated rich experience in pharmaceutical intermediates, our technological advantages in the beauty raw materials sector are just beginning to unfold.
II. Technological Exchange: Cross-border Thinking from Pharmaceutical Intermediates to Beauty Raw Materials
With the theme of “Innovation-Driven Industrial Upgrading”, PCHi 2026 featured a series of technical forums addressing key industry pain points. At the sub-forum on “Green Surfactants and Sustainable Formulations”, we shared the unique value of fluorochemical technology in reducing product irritation and enhancing functional stability, sparking heated discussions.
During the exhibition, we conducted in-depth exchanges with technical teams from multiple leading enterprises and found that the beauty industry’s demand for functional raw materials is shifting from simple performance improvement to multi-functional integration, greenness and safety. The founder of a local emerging beauty brand frankly stated:
“Consumers are paying increasing attention to product ingredients. Although fluorine-containing materials deliver excellent performance, concerns over their biodegradability and safety must be addressed.”
These remarks deeply inspired our team. Reflecting on Huanling Chemical’s ISO and GMP quality systems established over the years in the field of fluorine-containing compounds, as well as our continuous investment in green synthesis process R&D, we strengthened our determination to pursue a path of high performance combined with environmental friendliness. During the exhibition, we reached a technical cooperation agreement with the fluorine chemical team of Zhejiang University of Technology to jointly develop biodegradable fluorosurfactants, providing more sustainable solutions for the beauty industry.
III. Win-Win Cooperation: Commercial Breakthroughs Through Precise Matching
Over the three days, we received more than 200 professional customer inquiries, 30% of which were from overseas markets. We signed cooperation agreements with 12 enterprises and reached 27 cooperation intentions with a total intended order value exceeding 8 million yuan.
To our delight, a domestic brand focusing on sensitive-skin care immediately decided to adopt our fluorine-modified polyether defoamer in its high-end cleansing oil products, marking the entry of our fluorine-containing additives into the sensitive-skin care segment.
On the afternoon of the second day, we participated in the supply-demand matching meeting organized by the host and held one-on-one negotiations with five local beauty enterprises. When we presented the test data of our fluorosilicone copolymer film-forming agent in long-lasting makeup, waterproofing and sweat resistance, multiple companies requested sample testing on the spot. One formulator commented:
“Huanling Chemical’s fluorochemical technology has helped us solve the industry challenge of balancing long-wear performance and skin feel in color cosmetics.”
The emergence of these cooperation opportunities confirms the correctness of our strategic transformation. Previously, Huanling Chemical’s products were mainly used in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Through the PCHi platform, we have successfully opened the door to the beauty raw materials market, transitioning from a single-segment supplier to a diversified solution provider.
IV. In-Depth Insights: Resonance Between Technological Innovation and Industrial Demand
Our participation in PCHi 2026 has made us deeply aware that for fine chemical enterprises to gain a foothold in the beauty raw materials industry, three transformations are essential:
From technology-oriented to demand-orientedThe beauty industry requires raw materials to not only perform well but also comply with safety standards, environmental concepts and consumer preferences. We will establish a dedicated R&D system for the beauty industry to develop customized products for sun care, color cosmetics, personal cleansing and other segments.
From single products to systematic solutionsCustomers need not only high-quality raw materials but also full-chain services including application technical support, formulation optimization and regulatory compliance guidance. We have set up a professional beauty application technical team to provide one-stop solutions from raw material selection to finished product testing.
From domestic market to global layoutThe positive feedback from overseas customers at the exhibition revealed the huge potential of fluorine-containing fine chemicals in the global beauty market. We plan to participate in beauty raw materials exhibitions in Europe and Southeast Asia in the second half of the year, bringing Huanling Chemical’s innovative technologies to a broader international stage.
V. Future Outlook: Empowering Beauty Industry Upgrading with Fluorochemical Technology
As we left Hangzhou, our team returned with fruitful results and a clear development direction. PCHi 2026 was not only a product showcase but also an ideological enlightenment, guiding us toward a more far-reaching blueprint for Huanling Chemical’s future:
Establish a special R&D center for beauty raw materials, focusing on the development of low-fluorine, easily degradable functional additives
Build joint laboratories with beauty enterprises to accelerate the transformation of technological achievements
Establish a quality control system in line with beauty industry standards to ensure product safety and stability
As an innovator in the fine chemical industry, Changzhou Huanling Chemical will take PCHi 2026 as a new starting point. Leveraging our technological accumulation in fluorine chemistry, we will inject new momentum into the beauty industry and achieve both corporate and social value amid the wave of the “beauty economy.”
