Croda Atlas Point
At Croda’s Atlas Point manufacturing site in New Castle, Delaware, we use smart science to develop and produce innovative ingredients that are used in everyday products worldwide. Approximately 240 employees make up the Atlas Point team, including union members with United Steelworkers AFL-CIO-CLC. The site specialises in manufacturing 100% bio-based surfactants, essential compounds that break down dirt, oils, and grease. We also manufacture ingredients that make crop protection products more effective, therefore requiring less of the product to be used. Ingredients from Croda Atlas Point are found in a wide range of products, including:
- Hand soaps
- Dish and laundry detergents
- Surface cleaners
- Skincare products
- Baby care items
- Makeup
- Hair color
- Shampoos
- Conditioners
- Sunscreen
- Crop care products such as pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides
As part of Croda’s unwavering commitment to sustainability, our Atlas Point site is powered entirely by renewable electricity. These efforts directly support Croda’s 1.5°C science-based target and our broader commitment to become Climate, Land, and People Positive by 2030. Atlas Point also hosts one of our leading Research & Development innovation labs and serves as a central hub for our community engagement team, which is dedicated to driving positive change across Delaware.
Our centenary
2025 is Croda’s centenary year which provides an excellent opportunity to celebrate our rich history and reflect on the strong foundations it gives us for future success.
Community Engagement
At Croda, we are committed to making a meaningful impact in the New Castle and greater Delaware communities. Through active partnerships with local and statewide organizations, we support the needs of our neighbors. Some of our key partners include Colonial School District, Rose Hill Community Center, and Food Bank of Delaware. By collaborating with these vital organizations, we help drive education, wellness, and food security across the region.
Contact our Community Engagement team by emailing AtlasPoint.CE@croda.com or calling 302-429-5474.
Sustainability
As part of Croda’s ongoing commitment to sustainability, our Atlas Point facility is home to the ECO Range, which manufactures the first line of 100% bio-based surfactants in the United States. This groundbreaking innovation supports sustainable product development across multiple industries. Additionally, Atlas Point operates on 100% renewable electricity sourced from wind and solar power, further reinforcing our mission to drive sustainable manufacturing and reduce environmental impact.
Learn more about Our Commitment
Community Communications
CRODA COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM (CCNS)
The CCNS consists of four powerful alarms located throughout our community to notify the public in case of a site emergency.
The CCNS is tested on the second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 7:00 pm. NO ACTION is required by residents who hear these tests.
Our sirens are located:
- Along Cherry Lane near the Atlas Point facility
- On Landers Lane, near Eisenberg Elementary School
- On Karlyn Drive, near the Police Athletic League (PAL) Garfield Park site
- On Lambson Lane, near Rose Hill Community Center
In 2025, the CCNS will be tested at 7:00 pm on February 11, May 13, August 12, and November 11.
The expansion of our alarm system was undertaken as part of the settlement of an enforcement action.
Flare Permit
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) issued a construction permit to Croda Atlas Point for a new steam-assisted flare on January 31, 2025. Learn more about next steps for its construction below.