The US Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) shares the Trump administration’s goal of revitalizing American manufacturing. As the voice of the specialty chemical sector, we are committed to advancing policies that strengthen domestic production, fuel innovation, and position the United States as a global leader in industrial competitiveness.

SOCMA members are essential to America’s industrial ecosystem. They transform basic raw materials into high-value chemistries used in pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, agriculture, construction, aerospace, electronics, and energy. These innovations power American-made products and support high-paying jobs across the country.

As this new tariff framework takes effect, specialty chemical manufacturers face deep uncertainty. Many SOCMA members are now confronting significantly higher costs for the raw materials they rely on—inputs often unavailable at scale within the U.S. These sudden shifts are occurring in the context of complex, global supply chains and long-standing customer commitments. The stakes are high, and so is the pressure to adapt quickly.

We urge the administration to take a strategic, sector-informed approach—one that ensures affordable input access, promotes resilient supply chains, and leverages the unique value of the specialty chemical sector.

SOCMA stands ready to work with policymakers to ensure this bold agenda delivers its full promise for U.S. manufacturing without unintended setbacks.