Founded in England in 1926, Thomas Swan & Co. Ltd. is a leading^{[citation needed]} independent manufacturer of performance and fine chemicals. The company manufactures over 100 products, from kilogram to multi-tonne quantities, and offers an experienced and flexible custom manufacturing service. With offices in the United States and China and a global network of distributors, Thomas Swan exports to over 80 countries worldwide and is well placed to service British and international markets.^{[citation needed]}