The new distribution agreement strengthens Univar Solutions' offering in the Brazilian paints and coatings market.
The Brazilian branch of Univar Solutions, an international supplier of ingredients and chemicals, has announced that it has closed a distribution agreement with Arxada for biocides and additives used in various industrial applications.
"Consumers today are more mindful about the products they are using and the global footprint they are creating. At the same time, we are committed to supporting manufacturers who are reformulating chemistries and launching innovative products that prioritise sustainability while remaining high performing. Working with specialty ingredient suppliers like Arxada, we can offer customers the latest guidance, bio-based materials and solutions such as corrosion inhibitors, antimicrobials, lubricants and other specialty additives to provide efficacy in coating systems and material protection," has stated Matthew Oliver, global Vice-President of Performance Materials for Univar Solutions.
"We are delighted to announce our partnership with Arxada in industrial paints and coatings markets and the lubricants space, focusing jointly on sustainability without sacrificing performance for our customers. We are confident that together we can unlock new growth avenues with innovative and environmentally friendly solutions that meet the increasing demand for green products in the region,” has added Jorge Buckup, President of Univar Solutions in Latin America.
"As a global science-based specialty chemicals company, with our partners, Arxada provides innovative chemistry and solutions to solve the world's toughest preservation challenges by enhancing sustainability with cleaner, greener solutions in antimicrobial control and performance additives. Our solutions are focused on multiple end-markets such as Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Paints & Coatings, Metalworking Fluids, Polymers and Textiles and Wood Protection, among others, providing a broad portfolio of differentiated products, supported by our science and innovation capabilities, in-depth regulatory know-how and track record in manufacturing and process development. We are very happy to have Univar Solutions as our distributor for Brazil. Our partnership is a result of our shared vision and mutual commitment to our customers,” has concluded Mauro Guerra, business director of industrial microbial control at Arxada South America.