Jensen-Souders warehouse interior

Jensen Souders
Hazmat & Chemical Warehouse
Specialists Since 1960

Specialized storage for flammable, hazardous, and chemical materials, powered by two secure, conveniently-located facilities serving Northern Illinois for over 65 years.

65+Years
ISOCertified
24/7Operations
ACDAffiliate

Why Jensen-Souders

Safe, Compliant Facilities & Operations

Over 65 years of trusted chemical and hazmat warehousing built on rigorous safety standards, certified infrastructure, and a fully trained team.

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Hazmat, Flammable & Chemical Warehouse

Purpose-built storage for hazardous, flammable, and regulated chemical commodities across five connected secured warehouses.

02

24-Hour Monitored Security

Round-the-clock surveillance and access control across all facilities, keeping your inventory safe at all times.

03

Computer-Controlled Inventory

Digital tracking for full commodity visibility and chain-of-custody integrity with real-time reporting.

04

Air-Intake Ventilation System

Engineered ventilation systems designed to rigorous OSHA and EPA air quality and safety standards.

05

EE-Rated Forklift Operations

All forklift equipment used in hazardous and flammable areas is explosion-proof rated, operated by trained and certified staff.

06

Same-Day Shipping & Turnaround

Responsive warehousing that can move as fast as your business, with same-day order handling where others require two–three days' notice—keeping critical hazmat and chemical inventory flowing without delay.

Jensen-Souders warehouse operations

Our Capabilities

Solutions To Meet Every Storage Need

Hazardous & Flammable Storage

Hazardous & Flammable Storage

Five connected secured warehouses for industrial, hazmat, flammable, and chemical storage. One warehouse is dedicated exclusively to flammable material. All handled safely with EE forklifts and fully trained staff.

  • Class 3, 8 & 9 Hazmat Certified
  • Dedicated Flammable Warehouse
  • EE Forklift Operations
  • 9 Loading Docks
Two Convenient Warehouse Facilities

Two Convenient Warehouse Facilities

Jensen-Souders operates two public flammable, hazmat, and chemical warehouse facilities totaling, including four hazmat rooms, dedicated flammable storage, and bulk space for non-hazardous materials.

  • 140,000 Sq Ft — Itasca, IL
  • 100,000 Sq Ft — Belvidere, IL
  • 5 Miles from O'Hare International
  • Non-Hazardous Bulk Storage Available
Controlled Temperature Storage

Controlled Temperature Storage

10,000 sq ft of 80-degree heated storage for viscosity-sensitive materials. Our Hot Room maintains a constant 80°F year-round with full sprinkler coverage, racking, and bulk storage space.

  • 80°F Hot Room — 10,000 Sq Ft
  • Sprinklered Throughout
  • Racking & Bulk Options
  • Air-Intake Ventilation System

Member Organizations & Affiliations

ACD — Alliance for Chemical Distribution
WERC — Warehousing Education & Research Council
IWLA — International Warehouse Logistics Association
CSCMP — Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals

Our Locations

Two Strategic Facilities

Jensen provides two conveniently-located, hazmat-certified facilities around Chicagoland.

Mon–Fri: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

itasca facility

725 Baker Dr. Itasca, IL 60143

Flagship center with integrated compliance, multi-zone climate control, and full hazmat protocols.

Belvidere location

3915 Morreim Dr, Belvidere, IL 61008

New expansion with enhanced cross-dock capabilities for high-velocity distribution.

What Our Customers Say

Trusted by Chemical Distributors

When working with Jensen-Souders employees it's a team mentality – we are in business together with the goal of being successful. With Jensen-Souders Associates, I don't have to worry that my products are being handled/shipped improperly. The staff consists of pleasant service oriented people who have years of experience in their area.

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Julie G.

Manufacturer · Houston, TX

We began using Jensen Souders because of their strong commitment to the Responsible Distribution process. We continue to use Jensen Souders for one simple reason – Ease of Doing Business. Jensen Souders always do what they say they will do. With Jensen Souders – warehousing is one element of our business that we never have to worry about.

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Don D.

Distributor · Itasca, IL

A recommendation from one of Jensen-Souders existing customers brought us to them, but the friendly atmosphere and personable service keep us. They are very accommodating and willing to do same day service, most warehouses require 24-48 hours notice. Service is Excellent – on a scale from 1 to 10 I would give it a 10.

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Stephanie L.

Importer / Distributor · Suwanee, GA

Contact Us

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Have questions about our specialized storage solutions? Contact our team to discuss your specific needs and get a customized quote.

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Address

725 Baker Dr.
Itasca, IL 60143

Hours

Mon - Fri
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM