Valtris Specialty Chemicals Selects Barentz as Distribution Channel Partner for Plasticizers and Performance Additives in the U.S. and Canada
Valtris, a global leader in specialty chemical additives and precursors, is pleased to announce Barentz has been appointed as Distribution Channel Partner for the United States and Canada.
“Valtris is pleased to have Barentz on board with us as a distribution channel partner for the US and Canada. We recognize Barentz’s strong technical capabilities, which will represent Valtris well for Mixed Metal Stabilizers, Biocides, Vulcabond™ bonding agents and Santicizer® products for CASE, PVC, and the Lubricant markets,” stated Karl Billast, Global Sales Director, Performance Additives at Valtris.
Mike McKenna, CEO of Barentz North America added, “We are excited with this new partnership and the opportunity to offer our customers an expanded range of high-performance products to support their growth and competitiveness in the market. Valtris’ portfolio complements our existing products and together we look forward to providing differentiated solutions that create real value for our customers.”
Barentz is a leading global life science and specialty performance ingredients distributor. The company sources branded specialty chemicals from leading manufacturers worldwide. Established in 1953, Barentz has operations in more than 70 countries with a strong presence in Europe and North America, and a rapidly growing network in Latin America and Asia-Pacific. With a turnover of circa €2.5 billion, the company employs around 2,600 people worldwide and serves over 25,000 customers. For more information, visit: www.barentz.com.
About Valtris Specialty Chemicals
Valtris, headquartered in Independence, Ohio is a global leader in specialty performance additives and precursors, offering innovative solutions and products to customers around the world. With strong technical expertise and best in class formulation capabilities, Valtris develops products that provide essential performance properties to plastics, coatings, adhesives and sealants, pharmaceuticals, flavors and fragrances, and personal care products. The Company operates nine manufacturing locations and employees approximately 700 people across North America, Europe, and Asia. www.valtris.com.