Having its origins in the grand tradition of soap making in Marseille, the Compagnie des Détergents et du Savon de Marseille has been diversifying since the 1980's, developing in the detergent sector, and thanks to research and development designing products which are adapted to all kinds of demands, from washing liquids to tablets.

CDSM is the last manufacturer of traditional"Marseille soap".

1974 : 

Creation of CDSM stemming from the Union Générale de Savonnerie (UGS). It united the old soap factories of Marseille.

1979 : 

Creation of the first washing powder rich in Marseille soap : Le Chat. A clear commercial success.

1986 : 

The giant Henkel buys the brand Le Chat.

1987 : 

Chimiotechnic takes over the Sainte-Marthe factory site in Marseille.
Enlargement of the detergent activities.
Creation of a new structure : La Compagnie du Savon de Marseille.

2003 : 

The managerial staff of the company take over all the activities on the site.

Today : 

CDSM has at its disposal vast expertise in design and production of powders and liquid detergents for its clients. It is also developing its own brands, meant for the general public as well as local community organisations and largely present in exports.