American Elements

About

American Elements, founded in 1998 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, has grown into a global powerhouse in the manufacture and distribution of advanced materials, with particular expertise in engineered nanomaterials. As a vertically-integrated producer, the company manufactures an extraordinary range of nanoscale materials including nanopowders, nanowires, nanoparticles, graphene, quantum dots, and nanocomposites, serving industries from aerospace to pharmaceuticals. With 100-200 employees and private funding, American Elements operates manufacturing facilities across the United States and maintains a global distribution network reaching researchers and manufacturers on every continent. The company's nanomaterials portfolio is remarkably comprehensive, encompassing over 15,000 chemical formulations available in nano-scale forms. Their metal and metal oxide nanopowders find applications in catalysis, additive manufacturing, and advanced coatings, while semiconductor nanoparticles enable innovations in optoelectronics and energy conversion. American Elements pioneered the commercial production of many specialized nanomaterials, including rare earth nanopowders, boron nanopowders, and carbide nanoparticles that are essential for cutting-edge research. The company's graphene and carbon nanomaterial offerings include single-layer graphene, graphene oxide, and carbon nanotubes in various specifications. Beyond material production, American Elements invests significantly in quality control and characterization, utilizing transmission electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction, and surface analysis to ensure material specifications. The company has developed proprietary synthesis methods for producing ultra-pure nanomaterials with tightly controlled particle size distributions, critical for reproducible research and manufacturing. American Elements serves diverse markets including semiconductors, aerospace, renewable energy, life sciences, and defense, providing both catalog products and custom synthesis services. Their rapid fulfillment capabilities and technical support have made them a preferred supplier for time-sensitive research projects. As nanotechnology transitions from laboratory curiosity to industrial reality, American Elements plays a vital role in scaling up production of nanomaterials while maintaining the quality and consistency demanded by advanced applications, effectively bridging the gap between nanoscience research and commercial manufacturing.