Paris – La Défense, September 21, 2022 – Safic-Alcan, a leading global distributor of specialty chemicals, is pleased to announce the acquisition of 100% of Sarfam Indústria Comércio e Importação Ltda, a Brazilian distributor specializing in personal care, perfumery, and cosmetics ingredients.
Founded 25 years ago by Mrs. Maria Antonia Salerno, Sarfam has built a strong national presence, serving the entire Brazilian cosmetics market from its headquarters in São Paulo. Its state-of-the-art application laboratory will further reinforce Safic-Alcan’s global network and technical expertise.
About Safic-Alcan
Safic-Alcan is a global distributor of specialty chemicals headquartered in Paris La Défense, France. The company provides innovative solutions and technical expertise across industries including rubber, coatings, thermoplastics, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and more. With 38 offices and over 850 employees worldwide, Safic-Alcan reported a 2024 turnover of €907 million.
About Sarfam
Founded in São Paulo, Sarfam has been supplying high-quality raw materials and bioactives for Brazil’s cosmetics industry for more than 25 years. The company is known for innovation, service excellence, and technical expertise, providing tailored solutions to meet the needs of the country’s leading beauty brands.