Univar Solutions and BASF Expand Distribution Agreement to Deliver Key Ingredients for High-Performance Polyurethane, Coatings, Adhesives, and Polymer Systems in Industrial Manufacturing

New agreement will help meet the growing demand for high-performance formulations in polyurethane, coatings, and adhesives production in the United States and Canada.

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Aug. 14, 2025 — Univar Solutions USA LLC (“Univar Solutions” or “the Company”) and its Canadian affiliate, Univar Solutions Canada Ltd., (the Ingredients + Specialties division from Univar Solutions) have been appointed the exclusive distributors in the United States and Canada for select BASF specialty ingredients used in industrial applications. The expanded partnership aims to provide customers access to an extensive portfolio of essential ingredients: Capromer™, 1,6-Hexanediol (HDO®) molten and flakes, and epsilon-caprolactone. These ingredients are used across a variety of industrial and manufacturing applications, including polymers, plastics, coatings, and adhesives.

“We’re excited to deepen our already solid partnership with BASF in North America. Working together, we’re continuing to pave the way for shared growth and innovation, leveraging our combined strengths to explore new possibilities, solve complex challenges, and deliver exceptional value to our customers,” said Matthew Oliver, global vice president of Performance Materials for Univar Solutions. “The diverse range of products and services that our expanded collaboration brings to the table enhances our security of supply and ability to meet the nuanced needs of our mutual customers. These specialty ingredients may be the building blocks of our customers’ product improvements and innovative, tailored market solutions.”

Capromer, HDO, and epsilon-caprolactone compounds are frequently selected by formulators as starting materials and building blocks in the development of high-performing coatings, plastics, textile fibers, and other industrial products. They are recognized as versatile chemistries that impart durability, flexibility and weather resistance. HDO is used to manufacture industrial coatings including lower volatile organic compound (VOC) formulations, polyurethanes, and adhesives. HDO is also present in the formulation of epoxy systems, which are used for the production of rotor blades for wind turbines and construction components for automotive lightweight applications.

“We are thrilled to expand our specialty ingredients distribution partnership with Univar Solutions,” said Timothy Cavanaugh, business director, Diols, Acids, and Polyalcohols for BASF Corporation. “This collaboration enhances our ability to provide high-quality specialty ingredients for industries like polymers, plastics, coatings, and adhesives. Together, we are helping customers innovate, meet regulations, and maintain product performance.”

This distribution partnership focuses on providing customers with the tools and insights to tackle complex technical challenges head-on. Learn more about the chemistries and innovative technical solutions that are being delivered to meet the demands of today’s customers.

About Univar Solutions

Univar Solutions is a leading global specialty chemical and ingredient distributor representing a premier portfolio from the world’s leading producers. With the industry’s largest private transportation fleet and technical sales force, unparalleled logistics know-how, deep market and regulatory knowledge, formulation and recipe development, and leading digital tools, the company is well-positioned to offer tailored solutions and value-added services to a wide range of markets, industries, and applications. While fulfilling its purpose to help keep communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe, Univar Solutions is committed to helping customers and suppliers innovate and focus on Growing Together. Learn more at univarsolutions.com.

HDO and Capromer are registered trademarks of BASF Corporation.

About Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions

Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions brings the best products, people, and results to specialty customers and suppliers seeking to power modern life. By combining science, innovation, and deep expertise with a leading specialty portfolio, the division helps find the solutions needed to safely improve lives and communities across the globe. Learn more at univarsolutions.com.

About BASF

BASF Corporation, headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey, is the North American affiliate of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany. BASF has approximately 16,000 employees in North America and had sales of $19.7 billion in 2024. For more information about BASF’s North American operations, visit www.basf.com/us.

At BASF, they create chemistry for a sustainable future and aim to be the preferred chemical company to enable customers’ green transformation. The BASF Group reported sales of €65.3 billion in 2024. Further information is available at www.basf.com.

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Source: Univar Solutions LLC