Paris–La Défense – April 1, 2021 – Safic-Alcan, a global distributor of specialty chemicals, is pleased to announce new distribution partnerships with Arkema to further develop its product portfolio of surfactants and specialty polyether polyols.
Under these new agreements, Safic-Alcan will distribute:
- Arkema surfactants in France
- Arkema specialty polyether polyols in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom
Strengthening Arkema’s Specialty Solutions Offering
Arkema’s surfactants are widely recognized for their performance in CASE applications (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants and Elastomers), offering excellent wetting, emulsification, and formulation flexibility.
The specialty polyether polyols portfolio supports a broad range of polyurethane applications, enabling enhanced performance in terms of reactivity, durability, mechanical properties, and formulation control.
These additions reinforce Safic-Alcan’s ambition to provide customers with high-value, technically advanced solutions tailored to evolving market needs.
Expanding a Strong Strategic Partnership
This collaboration further strengthens the long-standing relationship between Safic-Alcan and Arkema, confirming both companies’ commitment to delivering innovative, sustainable, and high-performance chemical solutions across Europe.
Commenting on the partnership, Yann Lissillour, Managing Director Group, CASE & Industrial Specialties at Safic-Alcan, stated:
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.