La Défense, October 14th – Safic-Alcan, a global distributor of specialty chemicals, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Carbon Waters, an innovative French start-up known for its sustainable, high-performance additives. Through this agreement, Safic-Alcan will distribute Graph’Up Oxi, Carbon Waters’ advanced graphene dispersions, to customers in Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.
Advanced Graphene Technology for Next-Generation Anticorrosion Coatings
The integration of Graph’Up Oxi into Safic-Alcan’s coatings portfolio reflects the company’s commitment to delivering eco-conscious, high-performance solutions to the market.
Engineered for both solvent-based and water-based anticorrosion paint formulations, Graph’Up Oxi leverages graphene’s exceptional physical properties to deliver:
- Outstanding protection against corrosion
- High mechanical strength
- Enhanced electrical conductivity
- Superior barrier properties
- Extended coating durability in harsh environments
These characteristics make the dispersions ideal for demanding industrial applications requiring advanced corrosion resistance and long-term performance.
Executive Statements
Nicolas Castet, Chief Operating Officer at Carbon Waters, added:
Manufacturers interested in integrating graphene-based technology into their anticorrosion systems can explore detailed specifications in the Safic-Alcan product catalog.
About Safic-Alcan
Safic-Alcan is a global distributor of specialty chemicals, headquartered in Paris La Défense, with 38 offices, 850+ employees, and a 2024 turnover of €907 million. The company delivers technical and innovative solutions across multiple industries such as rubber, coatings, thermoplastics, cosmetics & personal care & pharmaceuticals and more. Learn more.
About Carbon Waters
Founded in 2017, Carbon Waters specialises in the design and production of high-performance graphene-based additives for industrial applications. Its proprietary process—accurate to the nanometer and capable of scaling to ton-level production—enables the creation of next-generation materials that integrate biosourcing, recyclability, and industrial reliability. The company employs a team of 15 experts committed to advancing sustainable innovation.