Brenntag and KRONOS Renew Exclusive Distribution Agreement in Europe, Middle East and Africa

Brenntag, the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, announced the extension of its existing exclusive distribution agreement with KRONOS for titanium dioxide pigments (TiO2) in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. KRONOS' purified titanium dioxide is an effective colorant and has a wide range of uses. The distribution agreement includes KRONOS products for Brenntag Specialties customers in the life sciences sector, including pharmaceuticals and cosmetics and personal care applications.

The scope of application includes KRONOS1171, KRONOS 2071 and KRONOS 2171 grades of titanium dioxide, which comply with product safety regulations 1223/2009/EC (cosmetics), various pharmacopoeias (Ph. Eur., USP, BP and JP), cOSMOS and FSSC 22000. Brenntag Specialties has a presence across the EMEA life sciences industry and provides a platform to distribute the KRONOS product range to customers.

"In the spirit of continued cooperation and mutual success, this renewal marks a key moment in our long-term cooperation and further solidifies the strategic partnership between Brenntag and KRONOS. We look forward to a new round of cooperation and development." said Michael Wilkop, Regional President of Brenntag Specialties Beauty & Care / HI&I EMEA.

"The collaboration with KRONOS perfectly complements our extensive and reliable excipient portfolio, which is trusted by our customers. In this way, we not only meet global standards in terms of quality and functionality, but also ensuring supply security and best-in-class expertise for customers in the pharmaceutical industry. " added Joakim Rehné, President of Brenntag Specialties Pharma at EMEA.

"We are keen to strengthen our partnership with Brenntag Specialties in the EMEA region. Our extended exclusive distribution agreement reflects the strong ties between both parties in delivering cutting-edge solutions to pharmaceutical and beauty and personal care customers. Together we are shaping a brighter future for life sciences. " said Jochen Kirn, Director of Global Customer Performance at KRONOS.