Huntsman Appoints Univar Solutions as Distributor of Polyurethane Additives Portfolio in the Americas
Univar Solutions (NYSE: UNVR) has been appointed as the distributor for Huntsman's Performance Products division, focusing on their polyurethane additives across the Americas. This agreement aims to leverage Univar's extensive network and digital tools to assist customers in achieving low-emission polyurethane systems, targeting markets such as automotive, construction, and furniture. The JEFFADD® Aldehyde Scavenger and JEFFCAT® Catalyst brands will play a crucial role in meeting strict emission standards. Both companies anticipate enhancing customer experiences and achieving better sustainability outcomes.
- New distribution agreement with Huntsman strengthens Univar's market position in polyurethane additives.
- Access to Huntsman's specialized product lines may enhance Univar's revenue potential.
- The partnership is expected to drive innovation in low-emission solutions, aligning with market sustainability trends.
- Potential risks associated with operational integration of Huntsman's products into Univar's existing offerings.
- Market competition in polyurethane additives could pressure pricing and profit margins.
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Nov. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR) ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a global chemical and ingredient distributor and provider of value-added services, announced today that it has been appointed distributor of Huntsman's Performance Products division's portfolio of polyurethane additives into the Americas polyurethane market. These specialty lines include the JEFFADD® Aldehyde Scavenger and JEFFCAT® Catalyst product brands, which are used extensively in the production of polyurethane foams, coatings, adhesives, elastomers and high-modulus castings for the automotive, refrigeration, furniture and bedding, as well as building and construction markets.
"We're very excited to represent Huntsman's portfolio of polyurethane additives throughout the Americas as our network, digital technology, technical expertise, and market knowledge is expected to help customers' efforts with developing low emission polyurethane systems for better sustainability profiles," said Nick Powell, President, Specialty Chemicals and Ingredients for Univar Solutions.
With a high-level focus on reducing aldehyde, fogging, odor and volatile organic compound emissions, Huntsman Performance Products' specialized JEFFADD® Aldehyde Scavenger and JEFFCAT® Catalyst technologies help meet some of the most stringent emission specifications in the polyurethane industry. And Univar Solutions features polyurethane centers of excellence through a global network of solutions centers with resources dedicated to its new Industrial Solutions vertical market approach for the coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers segments.
David Ming, vice president of Huntsman's Performance Products Americas business, said, "We are excited to build on our existing partnership with Univar Solutions Inc. which will bring a first class experience to our customers and help enable their success."
About Univar Solutions
Univar Solutions (NYSE: UNVR) is a leading global specialty chemical and ingredient distributor representing a premier portfolio from the world's leading producers. With the industry's largest private transportation fleet and North American sales force, unparalleled logistics know-how, deep market and regulatory knowledge, world-class formulation and recipe development, and leading digital tools the company is well-positioned to offer tailored solutions and value-added services to a wide range of markets, industries, and applications. Univar Solutions is committed to helping customers and suppliers innovate and grow together. Learn more at UnivarSolutions.com.
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