April 10, 2022 – United States – ChemSpec Ltd, a member of the Safic-Alcan Group and a leading distributor of specialty chemicals across North America, is pleased to announce a new partnership with CosmAct S.A.S. for the distribution of the company’s Cosm’Oils and Cos’Butters ranges in the U.S. market. The portfolio includes a diverse selection of natural oils and butters sourced from Africa, India, Brazil, and Europe, expanding ChemSpec’s already robust offering to personal care and cosmetic manufacturers nationwide.
Expanding Access to Global Natural Oils & Butters
Through this agreement, ChemSpec will provide U.S. customers with access to CosmAct’s high-quality, responsibly sourced ingredients, including:
- - Vegetable oils and butters from Africa and India
- - Premium raw materials from Brazil and European regions
- - Ingredients aligned with strict CSR and sustainability standards
- - Indian-origin materials produced in accordance with the Nagoya Protocol
CosmAct is celebrated for its commitment to traceability, ethical sourcing, and high-performing natural ingredients tailored for skincare, haircare, and personal care formulations.
A Strategic Partnership to Enhance U.S. Customer Experience
With this partnership, ChemSpec strengthens its presence in the natural and sustainable ingredients segment, supporting brands looking to innovate within clean beauty and nature-derived formulation.
About ChemSpec Ltd
CHEMSPEC, Ltd. is a Uniontown, Ohio–based, management-owned specialty chemical distributor and a subsidiary of Safic-Alcan. ChemSpec operates in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, supplying specialty and commodity additives, specialty polymers, and high-performing ingredients for the elastomer, coatings, adhesives, sealants, inks, plastics, cosmetic, and personal care industries. ChemSpec’s Cosmetics Division is recognized for its diverse, sustainability-driven portfolio and strong technical formulation support.
About Safic-Alcan
Safic-Alcan is a French independent distributor of specialty chemicals headquartered in Paris La Défense. The Company develops and provides wide ranges of polymers, materials and additives for the rubber, coatings, adhesives, thermoplastics, polyurethane, lubricants, detergency, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and nutraceuticals industries. With a network of 44 offices strategically located in Europe, Turkey, Middle East, North America, Mexico, South America, China and South Africa, and 1000+ employees, the company generated a turnover of €907 million in 2024.
About CosmAct S.A.S.
CosmAct is an independent French manufacturer of natural and organic specialty ingredients for the cosmetic and household care markets. Headquartered in the Paris region, the company specializes primarily in natural oils and butters and is expanding its sourcing beyond India and Africa into Europe and North America. Known for its agility and customization capabilities, CosmAct provides fast, flexible solutions to meet customer needs globally.