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Balchem (BCPC) CAO details stock, option and restricted share positions

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Balchem Corp’s Chief Accounting Officer Erin Leigh Gilson filed an initial ownership report listing her existing equity position in the company. The filing shows employee stock options covering multiple blocks of common stock with exercise prices from $74.57 to $143.43 and expirations between 2028 and 2034.

Gilson also holds 2,440 shares of common stock directly and 46 shares indirectly through a 401(k) plan as of the reported date. Footnotes describe restricted stock awards of 1,330 shares that vest after three years and 1,110 shares that vest over three years with staged annual vesting.

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Insider Gilson Erin Leigh
Role Chief Accounting Officer
Type Security Shares Price Value
holding Employee Stock Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Employee Stock Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Employee Stock Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Employee Stock Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Employee Stock Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Employee Stock Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Employee Stock Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Employee Stock Option (right to buy) -- -- --
holding Common Stock -- -- --
holding Common Stock -- -- --
Holdings After Transaction: Employee Stock Option (right to buy) — 360 shares (Direct); Common Stock — 2,440 shares (Direct); Common Stock — 46 shares (Indirect, 401(k) Plan)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Ownership of 1,330 shares of restricted stock vests in Reporting Person 3 years following the grant dates and is further subject to restrictions on transfer in accordance with the provisions of a Restricted Stock Grant Agreement between the Issuer and the Reporting Person. Ownership of 1,110 shares of restricted stock vests in Reporting Person over a 3-year period (25% on the first anniversary of the grant date, 25% on the second anniversary of the grant date, and 50% on the third anniversary of the grant date), subject to restrictions on transfer in accordance with the provisions of a Restricted Stock Grant Agreement between the Issuer and the Reporting Person. Options vest 20% after one year, 40% after two years, and 40% after three years.
Direct common stock holdings 2,440 shares Total shares following transaction, direct ownership
Indirect 401(k) holdings 46 shares Common stock held indirectly via 401(k) plan
Option block 1 360 shares at $74.57 Employee stock option, expires 2028-02-15
Option block 2 1,000 shares at $84.09 Employee stock option, expires 2029-02-13
Highest-priced option block 600 shares at $143.43 Employee stock option, expires 2034-02-08
Restricted stock grant 1 1,330 shares Vests in full three years after grant date
Restricted stock grant 2 1,110 shares Vests 25%, 25%, 50% over three years
Employee Stock Option (right to buy) financial
"security_title: "Employee Stock Option (right to buy)""
Restricted Stock Grant Agreement financial
"in accordance with the provisions of a Restricted Stock Grant Agreement between the Issuer and the Reporting Person"
401(k) Plan financial
"nature_of_ownership: "401(k) Plan""
A 401(k) plan is a workplace retirement account that lets employees set aside part of their pay into a tax-advantaged savings pot, often with employers adding matching contributions — like a workplace piggy bank for future income. It matters to investors because the amount people save and how employers fund these plans influence consumer spending, corporate payroll costs and the flow of money into financial markets, which can affect stock prices and company valuations.
Chief Accounting Officer financial
"officer_title: "Chief Accounting Officer""
A chief accounting officer is a senior executive responsible for overseeing a company's financial records and ensuring all accounting practices are accurate and compliant with regulations. They play a key role in preparing financial reports that help investors understand the company's financial health, much like a trusted navigator guiding a ship through complex waters. Their work ensures transparency and trust in the company's financial information.
SEC Form 3
FORM 3UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

INITIAL STATEMENT OF BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP OF SECURITIES

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Gilson Erin Leigh

(Last)(First)(Middle)
C/O BALCHEM CORPORATION
5 PARAGON DRIVE

(Street)
MONTVALE NEW JERSEY 07645

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Date of Event Requiring Statement (Month/Day/Year)
04/01/2026
3. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
BALCHEM CORP [ BCPC ]
3a. Foreign Trading Symbol
5. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)
4. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
Chief Accounting Officer
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 4) 2. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned (Instr. 4) 3. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5) 4. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
Common Stock(1)2,440D
Common Stock46I401(k) Plan
Table II - Derivative Securities Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 4) 2. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)3. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 4) 4. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 5. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 5) 6. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 5)
Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Employee Stock Option (right to buy)02/15/2019(2)02/15/2028Common Stock360$74.57D
Employee Stock Option (right to buy)02/13/2020(2)02/13/2029Common Stock1,000$84.09D
Employee Stock Option (right to buy)02/13/2021(2)02/13/2030Common Stock900$111.94D
Employee Stock Option (right to buy)12/22/2021(2)12/22/2030Common Stock1,500$113.24D
Employee Stock Option (right to buy)02/11/2022(2)02/11/2031Common Stock600$119.13D
Employee Stock Option (right to buy)02/10/2023(2)02/10/2032Common Stock600$138.07D
Employee Stock Option (right to buy)02/08/2024(2)02/08/2033Common Stock600$138.09D
Employee Stock Option (right to buy)02/08/2025(2)02/08/2034Common Stock600$143.43D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Ownership of 1,330 shares of restricted stock vests in Reporting Person 3 years following the grant dates and is further subject to restrictions on transfer in accordance with the provisions of a Restricted Stock Grant Agreement between the Issuer and the Reporting Person. Ownership of 1,110 shares of restricted stock vests in Reporting Person over a 3-year period (25% on the first anniversary of the grant date, 25% on the second anniversary of the grant date, and 50% on the third anniversary of the grant date), subject to restrictions on transfer in accordance with the provisions of a Restricted Stock Grant Agreement between the Issuer and the Reporting Person.
2. Options vest 20% after one year, 40% after two years, and 40% after three years.
Remarks:
Exhibit 24 - Power of Attorney is attached.
/s/ Travis Larsen, Attorney in Fact for Erin Leigh Gilson04/07/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
Reminder: Report on a separate line for each class of securities beneficially owned directly or indirectly.
* If the form is filed by more than one reporting person, see Instruction 5 (b)(v).
** Intentional misstatements or omissions of facts constitute Federal Criminal Violations See 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 15 U.S.C. 78ff(a).
Note: File three copies of this Form, one of which must be manually signed. If space is insufficient, see Instruction 6 for procedure.
Persons who respond to the collection of information contained in this form are not required to respond unless the form displays a currently valid OMB Number.
* Form 3: SEC 1473 (03-26)

FAQ

What does the Balchem (BCPC) Form 3 filing by Erin Leigh Gilson show?

The Form 3 shows Chief Accounting Officer Erin Leigh Gilson’s existing Balchem equity holdings, including common stock, 401(k) shares, employee stock options with various exercise prices and expirations, and restricted stock awards subject to multi-year vesting and transfer restrictions.

How many Balchem (BCPC) common shares does Erin Leigh Gilson hold directly and indirectly?

Erin Leigh Gilson holds 2,440 Balchem common shares directly and 46 shares indirectly through a 401(k) plan. These positions reflect ownership as of the reported date and are separate from her option and restricted stock awards disclosed in the same filing.

What employee stock options are reported for Erin Leigh Gilson in Balchem’s Form 3?

The filing lists multiple employee stock options to buy Balchem common stock, with exercise prices from $74.57 to $143.43 and expiration dates from 2028 through 2034. Each option block covers a defined number of underlying shares that remain outstanding.

How do Erin Leigh Gilson’s restricted Balchem (BCPC) shares vest?

The footnotes state 1,330 restricted shares vest after three years, while 1,110 restricted shares vest over three years: 25% on the first anniversary, 25% on the second, and 50% on the third. Both grants are subject to transfer restrictions under Restricted Stock Grant Agreements.

Does this Balchem Form 3 show any recent buying or selling by Erin Leigh Gilson?

The Form 3 functions as an initial ownership report and lists holdings rather than explicit purchases or sales. Transactions are coded as holdings with unknown direction, indicating the focus is on disclosing existing stock, option, and restricted share positions.