Commerce Industrial Chemicals, Inc. (CIC) was established in 1948 as a solvent distributor in Milwaukee. As times changed so did Commerce. Never forgetting our beginning, our journey continued as we partnered with innovative companies to become an industry leader in the specialty chemical market throughout the Midwest. In October of 2019, CIC was acquired by First Source Worldwide, LLC (FSW). The acquisition of CIC into the FSW family of companies brought together resources from a diverse chain of partner suppliers to satisfy the aspirations and needs of manufactures across major chemical markets. The combined expertise within these markets gives CIC customers the best blend of service, technology, and value to bring their product ideas to market.


We provide the market knowledge and technical expertise to work through problems for solutions that are right for our customers. We take the time and have the dedication to see a project through. Providing quality service for over 60 years with industry leading principals, technical expertise and exemplary customer service.

Providing quality service for over 60 years with industry leading principals, technical expertise and exemplary customer service.