Revertex Chemicals , established in South Africa in 1957, is part of the Polymer Chemicals division of the Yule Catto and Co plc.The group markets aqueous dispersions and synthetic lattices through its Revertex and Synthomer companies globally. Brand names include Revacryl, Revertex, Reverthane, Synthomer and Emultex.

Revertex Chemicals in South Africa has as its core business activity, the manufacture of water based polymers( including Polyurethanes) that find application in the surface coatings industry .This core business is complemented by toll activities which include size reduction (grinding or milling) and speciality chemicals manufacture, Nipa Biocide manufacture and merchandising activities. Revertex is a 50% partner in Arkem which is a joint venture with National Starch. Extensive technical facilities are situated at Durban for the development and evaluation of new products for use in a wide range of industries.