Risk-Proof Your Supply Chain

Identify alternative sources, package to spec, and keep your dealer network stocked. Kem Krest manages your chemical program end-to-end so disruptions in global supply don’t reach your service bays.

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The Problem

Shortages Move Fast — Dealer Disruptions Follow

Oil supply for low viscosity motor oils and transmission fluids is tightening, driven by geopolitical conflicts and uncertainty. When supply is constrained, OEM aftermarket teams face immediate pressure:

  • Dealers run short on critical fluids
  • Lead times stretch beyond acceptable service windows
  • Internal teams must quickly identify, qualify, and operationalize alternative supply
  • Program complexity increases across sourcing, packaging, labeling, and distribution

Managing an aftermarket service fluids program already requires coordinating strategic sourcing, qualification, fulfillment, shipping, and delivery logistics across hundreds or thousands of service points.

When shortages hit, that complexity accelerates.

THE SOLUTION

Rapid Alternative Sourcing + End-to-End Execution

Kem Krest is built to respond when supply chains are disrupted.

We help OEM aftermarket teams quickly:

  • Identify and secure alternative oil supplies
  • Support supplier qualification and transition
  • Package and label product to exact dealer requirements
  • Maintain compliance and labeling standards
  • Distribute product across dealer networks without disruption

Instead of adding more vendors, you leverage one strategic partner managing the full program.

CAPABILITIES

Complete OEM Chemical Program Management, From Sourcing To Shelf

Whether you need strategic sourcing spanning dozens of product categories, private label packaging, contract packaging, or full-service blending and distribution—we take ownership of the entire operation. One partner to manage, in place of many.

Global Sourcing & Supplier Management
  • Strategic partnerships across a diverse, multi-national supply base ensure resilient supply in the face of geopolitical uncertainty and other risks
  • Rapid identification of alternative suppliers when constraints arise
  • Proven support for fast-track qualification

When one source fails, your program doesn’t stop.

Bulk Filling, Packaging & Formulation
  • Down-packing from bulk into dealer-ready SKUs (quarts, gallons, specialty fills)
  • Short runs and low-volume packaging that large producers won’t support
  • Flexibility to scale to high-volume production with speed
  • Custom formulations, coolant blending, and DEF production supported by an in-house lab and chemists

Scale production up or down based on immediate program needs.

Packaging, Labeling & Compliance
  • Flexible packaging formats from small units to drums and totes
  • In-house label design and artwork management
  • Full regulatory support including SDS, labeling, customs, and hazmat distribution
  • Deep compliance knowledge, spanning country to unique local requirements, in North America and abroad

Protect your brand while staying aligned with evolving regulations.

Warehousing & Distribution
  • Vendor-managed inventory model
  • Demand planning and owned inventory
  • Direct distribution to OEM dealer networks
  • 12 strategically located facilities across the US and Canada

Shorter lead times and fast, reliable delivery to your dealers.

Case Study

When Supply Disruption Hits,
You Need a Partner that Can Move Fast

When a major automotive OEM experienced packaged oil stockouts and lead times beyond two weeks, Kem Krest quickly identified a supply alternative, consolidated the program, reduced delivery time to within 2 days and restored dealer confidence with 98%+ on-time delivery. 

Resilient Supply.
Reliable Delivery.

Kem Krest acts as an extension of your team managing the entire supply chain. You'll always know what's in stock, what's moving, and where your program stands.

  • 45 days to qualify, set-up, and ship new product for major OEMs facing supply disruption or time-sensitive recall situations
  • 15,000+ ship-to points served across North America
  • Average 2-day order-to-delivery
  • 98%+ on-time shipping rate
  • 45+ years deep domain expertise in supporting OEM chemical programs

“No matter what we need, Kem Krest is always ready. From products, capabilities, and customer experience — they have it all.”

— Aftersales Business Planning & Product Development, Senior Engineer

“We work with Kem Krest for their chemical expertise. From labeling and packaging to transportation, whether it's a large order or lower volume, they're experts.”

— Oil, Chemical & Transmission Product Manager

"When we switched a major supplier, Kem Krest handled everything. Until you do it, you don't understand the timing, all the touchpoints, and everyone involved. They made sure all the I's were dotted and T's were crossed."

— Chemical Operations Leader at a Major OEM

Keep Your Dealer Service Lanes Moving—Even When Global Supply Tightens

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