A second-source chemical distributor is a supplier you can use alongside your primary manufacturer or national distributor, so one shortage, allocation or quality issue does not stop a plant. Nano Technology Chemicals (NTC) offers that role: a US distributor, based in the Charlotte, NC area, that can quote individual chemicals or a broader bill of materials, hold inventory, and add blending or packaging when needed. Pricing is by quote.
Why plants use a second source
Buying everything from one manufacturer can be efficient until lead times stretch or a grade is allocated. Buying everything from one national distributor can be convenient until you need a pack size, a custom blend, or a backup quote. NTC is set up as a reliable second source to reduce supply-chain risk, and can also manage a complete bill of materials so essential chemicals come through one additional point of contact rather than many one-off suppliers.
That does not replace a qualified primary source, and it is not a claim that NTC carries every grade in every warehouse at all times. It means you can request a backup quote with the grade, pack and destination, and we will tell you what we can supply and when. Read chemical distributor vs. manufacturer for when each model fits, and how to choose a chemical distributor for questions to ask any backup supplier.
What NTC can quote as a second source
- Catalog chemicals: more than 700 products in 20 categories, in bags, supersacks, pails, drums, totes, bulk truck or rail, shipped to all 50 states or exported. See chemical distribution and nationwide supply.
- Inventory and logistics: multiple warehouses, with same-day or next-day delivery options depending on the product and location; rail for bulk and truck for smaller or urgent orders. Our supply partner is Univar; Univar warehouse, DOT and ISO credentials may be credited where that network is used.
- Services around the molecules: custom blending, tolling, repackaging, private label, and supply chain management.
- Group purchasing: we combine your order with other clients’ volume to seek bulk pricing and pass the savings on.
| Situation | What to send NTC |
|---|---|
| You already buy a grade from someone else and want a backup quote | Product name, CAS if known, grade (for example technical, FCC or USP), current pack, quantity, ship-to city and state, and how often you order. Ask for the SDS and specification. |
| You want one extra supplier for several items | A bill of materials with grades and packs. We will quote what we can source and say so when we cannot. |
| You need a different pack or label than your primary source offers | The same product identifiers, plus the pack size or private-label requirement. |
| You also need a blend | The formula or a description of the blend, target quantity and packaging. See toll blending and blending services. |
NTC was founded in 2022, has 14 employees, and is led by a team with decades of experience in high tech and operations. We are based in the Charlotte, NC area and ship nationwide. Quotes depend on current market conditions, volume, packaging and freight.
Frequently asked questions
Will you replace my current manufacturer or distributor?
Only if you want us to. The more common use is as a second source or as a single extra contact for part of a bill of materials. You decide what to award after you compare quotes and documents.
Can you match any catalog number?
We quote against the grade and specification you give us. If we cannot meet the specification, we will say so rather than substitute silently. Always review the SDS and spec before you switch a source.
Do you publish prices so I can compare instantly?
No. Pricing is by quote. That is also how most chemical supply is sold, because costs move with the market, pack and freight.
How do I ask for a backup quote?
Use the quote form, email sales@nanotechnologychemicals.com, or call 704-659-3682. Include product, grade, quantity, packaging and delivery location, and note that you are requesting a second source.
Request a second-source quote
Send the product or bill of materials, grades, packs and ship-to location. Request a chemical quote · Contact NTC · 704-659-3682 · sales@nanotechnologychemicals.com