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Redox, in partnership with the Ciantar family (prior owners of Auschem), is proud to announce a generous donation of $50,000 to Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation (SCHF). This joint contribution will help fund a vital piece of equipment for The Children’s Hospital at Westmead, explicitly benefiting the Grace Centre for Newborn Intensive Care and NICU. 

The donation will provide the hospital with the Sim NewB airway—a groundbreaking tool designed to transform the way doctors and nurses treat newborn babies in their first moments of life.

The Sim NewB airway offers realistic training for newborn airway management, helping medical professionals develop the skills necessary to effectively perform airway procedures with the correct resistance. This will improve neonatal resuscitation and better equip staff to handle critical moments.

Our contribution will help secure the future of sick kids by: 

Redox is honoured to make this donation on behalf of our staff and their families in support of the Western Sydney community. This contribution will also benefit families and babies across the state who are transferred to The Children’s Hospital at Westmead for specialised paediatric care. 

Redox will be acknowledged at this year’s Grace Gala on Saturday, 31 May 2025, 6.30 pm at The Star Event Centre, Sydney. 

At Redox, we believe in making a difference through our business and by giving back to communities in need. In 2021, we proudly established a philanthropic relationship with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) to support their life-saving humanitarian work worldwide. Through ongoing donations and fundraising initiatives, we are honoured to stand alongside MSF as they provide critical medical care to those affected by war, natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and exclusion from healthcare.

A Relationship Rooted in Compassion

Médecins Sans Frontières is an internationally recognised humanitarian organisation that delivers impartial medical aid in over 72 countries. Its teams operate on the frontlines of the world’s most pressing crises, providing emergency care in war zones, responding to epidemics, treating malnutrition, and ensuring that those without access to healthcare receive desperately needed assistance.

Redox’s commitment to MSF is more than just financial; it’s about aligning with an organisation that shares our values of integrity, compassion, and action. By supporting MSF, we empower their teams to respond rapidly to unfolding emergencies, ensuring high-quality care reaches those who need it most.

“We recognise that we must work in new ways to address the unprecedented challenges the world is facing,” said Redox CEO and Sales Manager Raimond Coneliano. “Redox is delighted and proud to be putting our commitment into action, and by supporting the dedicated team at Médecins Sans Frontières, we hope to make a fundamental difference to lives across the globe.”

The Impact of Our Support

The past year has demonstrated just how vital MSF’s work is. In 2024 alone, MSF teams have provided urgent medical aid to communities devastated by conflicts in Gaza and Sudan, responding to increasing humanitarian crises with unwavering dedication. Their teams have remained on the ground, treating patients despite ongoing violence, ensuring that critical medical assistance reaches those caught in the crossfire.

Thanks to continued support from donors like Redox, MSF remains independent and agile—ready to respond wherever and whenever they are needed. As we enter 2025, MSF teams are already hard at work delivering life-saving care, whether assisting refugees fleeing conflict, providing maternal healthcare, or combating the latest disease outbreaks.

One of MSF’s most heartwarming traditions is celebrating the first babies born in their hospitals at the start of the new year.

These new beginnings symbolise hope and resilience—reminders of why we support their mission. Each newborn delivered safely into the world is a testament to the impact of humanitarian aid and the generosity of those who make it possible.

Looking Ahead

Our relationship with MSF is just beginning, and we are excited to continue working together to ensure that urgent medical care reaches those in need. Through regular donations and fundraising programs, Redox remains dedicated to supporting MSF’s extraordinary efforts, helping to bring relief, healing, and hope to the most vulnerable.

To our team, partners, and customers—thank you for being part of this journey with us. Your support makes a difference, allowing MSF to continue their vital work worldwide. We look forward to another year of making a positive impact together.

Join Us in Making a Difference

If you want to learn more about Médecins Sans Frontières or support their incredible work, visit their website at www.msf.org. Together, we can help ensure that essential medical aid reaches those who need it most.

Did you know synthetic oil was initially developed for aeroplanes, not automobiles?

While it was first created to withstand the extreme conditions of aviation engines, synthetic oil has since become the preferred choice for modern high-performance car and truck engines and transmissions.

Why? Because synthetic oil offers four key advantages over conventional mineral-based oil, making it superior in terms of performance, efficiency, and longevity. 

As a distributor of Chevron Phillips Chemical’s extensive Synfluid® range of PAOs, Redox plays a key role in delivering premium synthetic base oils to the market. These polyalphaolefins (PAOs) are the foundation of high-quality synthetic lubricants, ensuring equipment runs smoother, lasts longer, and performs at its best—even under extreme conditions.

In the latest episode of their HISTORY of MOTOR OIL series, The Motor Oil Geek visited Dr. Ken Hope and his team at Chevron Phillips to explore the science behind synthetic base oil. They take a deep dive into the production process and uncover the specific properties that make synthetic oil an essential choice for today’s high-performance engines.

 

 

As automotive technology advances, the demand for high-quality lubricants continues to grow. Understanding how synthetic oil is made—and why it outperforms conventional oil—helps drivers and industry professionals make informed decisions about engine maintenance and efficiency.

To learn more about the fascinating history and science of synthetic oil, check out the full episode from Chevron Phillips Chemical or contact us today.

On behalf of the entire Redox team, we wish you a joyous Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

Please note that our branches will be closed on all public holidays. Refer to the list below for information on our office closure dates:

Australia

New Zealand

Malaysia

United States

Due to our transport contractors’ reduced capacity and availability, deliveries may be affected. Customers are advised to plan lead times longer than usual.

Please talk to your representative or complete our online enquiry form for any further enquiries.

Redox Limited (Redox), a leading global chemical, ingredients, and raw material distributor, has acquired the business, stock and key assets of Auschem (N.S.W.) Pty Ltd (‘Auschem’) on the 4th of November 2024.

Redox has assumed the lease of the Auschem site (91 Newtown Road, Wetherill Park, NSW) and will continue to provide all the same products and services as you’ve come to enjoy from Auschem.

Founded in 1998, Auschem is an Australian chemical distributor with a strategic portfolio of solvents. Auschem sells across a wide range of industries including Surface Coatings, Lubricants, Mining and Bitumen. Auschem are equipped to handle bulk product storage, create custom blends and repackage products to meet bespoke customer requirements.

Charlie Ciantar, Managing Director of Auschem, says:
“Auschem and Redox have enjoyed a longstanding relationship so it made perfect sense for the next stage of growth to be under the Redox banner. My sons Jason, Adam and the larger Auschem team are eager to begin this new chapter under Redox leadership, leveraging the company’s greater scale and resources. To our valued customers and suppliers thank you for your support over the years, I am confident that Redox will take excellent care of your needs.”

Accounts arrangements
Auschem invoices dated pre-completion (before 04/11/24) may be paid to Redox who will forward the payment to Auschem. Late or incomplete payment of outstanding debts could result in delay or suspension of delivery.

Order placement
All new orders (post-completion) should be placed against Redox, if you require any clarification or assistance reach out to your representative for help.

Redox Ltd (ASX:RDX, or ‘Redox’ or ‘the Company’), a leading global distributor of chemicals, ingredients and raw materials is pleased to announce that it has agreed to acquire the business of Auschem (N.S.W.) Pty Ltd (‘Auschem’), a specialist in solvent distribution and specialty chemical solutions..

This acquisition expands Redox’s presence in Australia, strengthens key supplier relationships, and enhances the company’s product portfolio, offering greater value to clients. It also positions Redox to meet the needs of a growing customer base and accelerate growth in key market segments.

Founded in 1998, Auschem is an Australian chemical distributor with a strategic portfolio of solvents. Auschem sells across a wide range of industries including Surface Coatings, Lubricants, Mining and Bitumen. Operating from a facility in Western Sydney, Auschem are equipped to handle bulk product storage, create custom blends and repackage products to meet bespoke customer requirements. Sales revenue in 2023 was approximately A$30m.

Charlie Ciantar, Managing Director of Auschem, says:

“Auschem and Redox have enjoyed a longstanding relationship so it made perfect sense for the next stage of growth to be under the Redox banner. My sons Jason, Adam and the larger Auschem team are eager to begin this new chapter under Redox leadership, leveraging the company’s greater scale and resources.

To our valued customers and suppliers thank you for your support over the years, I am confident that Redox will take excellent care of your needs.”

CEO & MD of Redox, Raimond Coneliano, added:

“We are thrilled to welcome the Auschem team to Redox. Their impressive track record and expertise provide a strong foundation for future success. Solvents represent a significant growth opportunity for Redox, and this acquisition will enable us to enhance our capabilities through leasing the Auschem facility in Wetherill Park.

We would also like to extend our gratitude to Richard Xin and his team at Viva Energy Australia, a key supplier, for their support throughout this process. We are excited about the bright future ahead.”

Transaction details and transition arrangements

A Sale & Purchase Agreement was executed by the parties on the 11th of October 2024, with completion of the transaction expected on the 11th of November 2024.

Until completion customers and suppliers of Auschem should continue arrangements as normal.

On completion Auschem supplier debts as at completion will be paid by Redox. Auschem customer debts as at completion will be collected by Redox and forwarded to Auschem to ensure an orderly transition.

Speak to your Auschem or Redox representative for more information.

 

Broiler chickens are one of the most efficient production animals in terms of growth rate and feed conversion ratio (FCR). In Australia, 700 million broiler chickens have been produced each year. Compared to other meat production, the production of chicken meat has relatively low environmental impact and broiler chicken feeds contribute to 70% carbon footprint of chicken production.

Feed ingredients for broiler chickens mainly consist of wheat, soybean meal, canola meal and faba beans. Based on the current life cycle assessment, wheat is considered to contribute to 45% carbon footprint of chicken feed and soybean meal contributes to 37% carbon print of chicken feed (Table 1).   Beyond L-Lysine, L-Methionine and L-Threonine, adding L-Valine, L-Isoleucine and L-Arginine may further reduce 1.5%-unit crude protein levels by replacing soybean meal with wheat and faba beans, allowing approximately 70 kg CO2 eq/kg reduction.

If we consider the effect of phytase, xylanase and protease on climate change (Table 2) and switching from DL-Methionine to L-methionine, another 43kg CO2 eq /kg reduction will be expected, totally about 13.7% reduction (823 vs.710 kg CO2 eq/kg).

Soybean meal contributes 37% to the carbon footprint of chicken feed, while wheat accounts for 45%.

Recently it is noticed that replacing soybean meal with wheat or faba beans will significantly increase dietary Xylan concentration, resulting in reduced lipid digestibility and chicken performance. Although supplementation of exogenous bile acid did not improve lipid digestibility, it significantly reduced mortality rate by 2% unit due probably to reduced endogenous loss of taurine.

In addition, when removing antibiotics as the growth promoter, Glucose oxidase (GOD) supplementation increased body weight gain by 20 grams per chicken and improved FCR by 1 point under necrotic enteritis challenging situation.

Therefore, adding bile acids and GOD to reduced protein diets could further reduce about 37 kg CO2 eq/kg diet or about 5% reduction.

Table 1. The effect of feed ingredients on global warming potential (GWP)

Table 2. The effect of feed enzymes and chicken performance on GWP reduction

A study compiled by our Redox Animal Nutritionists.

Molds are filamentous fungi that occur in many feedstuffs including grains and forages. Molds can produce mycotoxins that are formed on crops in the field, during harvest, or during storage, processing, or feeding. The mycotoxins of great concern include aflatoxin (Afla), deoxynivalenol (DON), zearalenone (ZEN), T-2 Toxin (T2), and fumonisin (FUM).

Traditionally, maize was easily contaminated by mycotoxin. However, in a recent survey, 71% wheat samples were contaminated by DON in Australia. Therefore, the routinely use of mycotoxin binders may help ruminant animal to avoid exposure to low levels multiple mycotoxins, considering that these binders could bind mycotoxins strongly enough to prevent mycotoxin absorption across the digestive tract.

Close up image of mould spore

Maize has long been known for its susceptibility to mycotoxin contamination. Surprisingly, a recent Australian survey found that 71% of wheat samples were contaminated with deoxynivalenol (DON).

Potential binders include activated carbon, bentonite, zeolite, diatomaceous, earth, cellulose, yeast cell wall polysaccharides, and synthetic polymers such as cholestyramine and polyvinylpyrrolidone.

Activated Carbone: it  is a general adsorptive material with a large surface area and excellent adsorptive capacity. It is routinely recommended for various digestive toxicities at 30-50 g per day per cow. previously, it was suggested that Activated Carbone may not be as effective in binding Afla as bentonite or zeolite. However, in a recent in vito trial, it shows an overall better adsorption capacity except for T2 with the lower adsorption capacity.

Bentonite: it is a hydrated sodium calcium aluminum magnesium silicate hydroxide and usually is used as anti-cake agent at 1 to 2% of cattle diets. Based on the recent in vitro trial, it only shows higher adsorption capacity for Afla.

Zeolite: adding 250 to 500 g zeolite per day per cow has been approved to prevent ‘milk fever’. In a recent in vito trial, it also shows a similar adsorption capacity for Afla, T2, and Zen.

Diatomaceous earth: it is usually used as an insecticide on stored cereals and storage rooms. 1% to 2% feed grade diatomaceous earth has also been recommended to add to cattle feed to reduce internal and external worm or parasites. Diatomaceous earth has also shown the potential in vitro to bind Afla.    

Yeast cell wall polysaccharides:   the outer layer of the cell wall constituted  with glucomannan and mannon proteins that determine the superficial properties of the yeast cell wall. The adsorption capacity increases as the proportion of β-D glucans present in the yeast strains increases. However, in a recent in vitro trial, the yeast cell wall product for this trial showed the much lower adsorption capacity compared with the activated carbon.

In general, these mycotoxin binds are helpful to reduce the biavailability of mycotoxin. However, it is difficult to select the appropriate adsorbent for each mycotoxin.

A study compiled by our Redox Animal Nutritionists.

The global shipping industry is grappling with significant disruptions, exacerbated by the Houthi Red Seas attacks and an unprecedented surge in demand. Experts suggest the current situation could prove even more challenging than the COVID-19 pandemic.

One of the major players in the shipping industry, Maersk, has introduced a Peak Season Surcharge, a measure they did not implement during the height of the COVID-19 crisis. The surcharge rates are substantial:

The market has seen a jump of over US$1000 per TEU, indicating severe price hikes across the board.

Adding to the strain, Maersk has significantly reduced its allocation from Southeast Asia due to underutilisation earlier this year. While other carriers are temporarily absorbing the excess demand, this presents an ongoing risk to logistics stability.

Transhipment Port Congestion

Transhipment ports, which typically operate smoothly, are now experiencing severe congestion, causing further delays. Cargo that requires transhipment is at high risk of being stuck for extended periods.

Additionally, moving dangerous goods (DG) through certain ports has become increasingly problematic. Recent reports indicate that congestion in Singapore has now surpassed levels seen during the COVID-19 pandemic, compounding the delays.

Equipment Supply Shortages

With more containers spending longer periods at sea, the availability of empty containers at specific ports has sharply decreased. This scarcity of containers is another critical issue with no immediate solution in sight.

Increasing Lead and Shipping Times

Space for shipments from Asia to Australia is currently unavailable until the second week of July, indicating a six-week lead time. The ongoing vessel bunching and transhipment issues suggest that transit times will continue to lengthen in the coming months. While shipments from Southeast Asia to New Zealand are relatively stable for June, the overall outlook remains uncertain.

The Situation in the USA

In the United States, there is growing concern about the return of the US$10,000 container. Shipping rates are increasing by US$1000 per week, with no clear ceiling in sight. The industry is scrambling for solutions:

For more details on these developments, you can refer to the following articles:

The global logistics landscape is facing a critical juncture, and stakeholders must adapt swiftly to navigate these challenges effectively.

ICIS Chemical Business Magazine has unveiled its annual Top 100 Chemical Distributors list for 2024, and Australian-based global chemical distributor Redox has risen to new heights in the rankings. 

ICIS Chemical Business Magazine has unveiled its annual Top 100 Chemical Distributors list for 2024, and Australian based global chemical distributor Redox has risen to new highs in the rankings.

Redox confirms it’s place as the largest chemical distributor in Australia, 15th largest in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, and the 33rd largest globally (up from 34th rank).

The prestigious list features 323 of the world’s leading chemical distributors, with rankings determined based on revenue generated during the 2023 calendar year.

Remarkably, Redox has made impressive strides in North America, climbing 14 positions as we further expanded our footprint in the US markets with 6 locations.

This achievement underscores the value that Redox delivers to its clients and suppliers, which is made possible by its team’s dedication and hard work.

For the full report, click here.