Univar Solutions and its Canadian affiliate, Univar Solutions Canada Ltd., (the Ingredients + Specialties division from Univar Solutions) have been appointed the exclusive distributors in the United States and Canada for select BASF specialty ingredients used in industrial applications. The expanded partnership between the two companies aims to provide customers access to Capromer™, 1,6-Hexanediol (HDO^®) molten and flakes, and epsilon-caprolactone. These ingredients are used across a variety of industrial and manufacturing applications, including polymers, plastics, coatings, and adhesives.

"We're excited to deepen our already solid partnership with BASF in North America. Working together, we're continuing to pave the way for shared growth and innovation, leveraging our combined strengths to explore new possibilities, solve complex challenges, and deliver exceptional value to our customers," said Matthew Oliver, global vice president of Performance Materials for Univar Solutions. "The diverse range of products and services that our expanded collaboration brings to the table enhances our security of supply and ability to meet the nuanced needs of our mutual customers. These specialty ingredients may be the building blocks of our customers' product improvements and innovative, tailored market solutions."

Capromer, HDO, and epsilon-caprolactone compounds are frequently selected by formulators as starting materials and building blocks in the development of high performing coatings, plastics, textile fibers, and other industrial products. They are recognized as versatile chemistries that impart durability, flexibility, and weather resistance. HDO is used to manufacture industrial coatings (including lower VOC formulations), polyurethanes, and adhesives. HDO is also present in the formulation of epoxy systems, which are used for the production of rotor blades for wind turbines and construction components for automotive lightweight applications.

"We are thrilled to expand our specialty ingredients distribution partnership with Univar Solutions," said Timothy Cavanaugh, business director, Diols, Acids, and Polyalcohols for BASF Corp. "This collaboration enhances our ability to provide high-quality specialty ingredients for industries like polymers, plastics, coatings, and adhesives. Together, we are helping customers innovate, meet regulations, and maintain product performance."

Learn more about Univar Solutions at univarsolutions.com. Additional information about BASF is available at basf.com. 

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