Paris-La Défense, September 1st, 2023 – Safic-Alcan, a leading global distributor of specialty chemicals, is pleased to announce an expanded distribution agreement with DOW Polyurethanes, covering Central and Eastern European countries including the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Albania, Serbia, Slovenia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Macedonia, and Montenegro.
The agreement encompasses DOW’s renowned polyurethane products, including Hyperlast™, Duramould™, Vorastar™, Diprane™, Voramer™, Tedistac™, Isostac™, and Specfil™. These high-performance engineering elastomers and industrial systems cater to a wide range of industries, including oil, water, and gas transmission, engineering resins, adhesives, sealants, and binders.
Francesca Pignagnoli, Commercial Director (Southern and Western Europe) at DOW Polyurethanes, stated:
Philippe Cenreaud, Managing Director of Performance Products at Safic-Alcan, commented:
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Kamil Antoš, Business Development Director Plastics & Polyurethanes at Safic-Alcan, added:
This extended agreement demonstrates Safic-Alcan’s commitment to providing high-quality specialty chemicals and advanced industrial solutions across Europe, reinforcing its role as a trusted distribution partner for DOW Polyurethanes.
About DOW
DOW (NYSE: DOW) is a global leader in materials science, delivering plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings, and silicones solutions. The company’s high-performance products serve industries such as packaging, infrastructure, consumer care, and industrial manufacturing. DOW combines innovation, sustainability, and technical expertise to provide differentiated solutions worldwide.
About Safic-Alcan
Safic-Alcan is a French independent distributor of specialty chemicals headquartered in Paris La Défense. The company supplies polymers, materials, and additives to industries including rubber, coatings, adhesives, thermoplastics, polyurethane, lubricants, detergency, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and nutraceuticals. With 35 offices across Europe, Turkey, Middle East, North America, Mexico, South America, China, and South Africa, Safic-Alcan employs 780 people and reported a turnover of €907M in 2022.