Univar Acquires Interpur Chemicals

The addition of Interpur strengthens Univar's Performance Materials business within Ingredients Specialties, expanding technical capabilities and regional coverage across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). By combining Interpur Chemicals regional market expertise with Univar’s supplier relationships and distribution network, customers will benefit from improved access to materials, stronger supply continuity, and greater support in addressing formulation and performance standards.

“We’re excited to welcome Interpur Chemicals to Ingredients Specialties from Univar Solutions, bringing together complementary portfolios, technical expertise, and strong customer relationships,” said Nick Powell, CEO of Ingredients Specialties from Univar Solutions. “Interpur Chemicals’ position in one of Europe’s fastest-growing CASE markets aligns with where we’re focused. This measure allows us to broaden what we offer customers while continuing to invest in capabilities that support prolonged development in key applications and end markets.”

“This acquisition marks an crucial milestone to our performance materials business as we respond to growing customer demand to the essential items that enable modern, high-performance applications,” said Matthew Oliver, senior vice president of Performance Materials to Univar Solutions. “By expanding our solutions and reach into high-demand markets and applications, we’re enhancing our ability to support customers where it matters most - at the formulation and consumption level.”

“We’re excited to this new chapter of our business with Univar Solutions, a company that shares similar values and a prolonged, relationship-driven approach to the market,” said Óscar García, CEO of Interpur Chemicals. “This acquisition represents a meaningful next measure to the CASE sector, combining technical credibility, strong supplier relationships, and trusted customer engagement to create an ideal platform to accelerating specialty product capabilities.”

Univar Solutions brings greater than a century of experience in chemical and ingredient distribution. Interpur Chemicals offers over 20 years of experience supplying chemical raw materials and technical consultancy to the polyurethane, resins, and powder coating products industries. The companies have a shared commitment to transparency, service excellence, and social responsibility. 18 employees will join Univar Solutions through the transaction, supporting continuity to customers, suppliers, and other business partners.

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