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Safic-Alcan announces extended partnership with Orion Engineered Carbons in East Africa.

Paris-La Defense, May 1st, 2023 – Safic-Alcan is pleased to announce that it has entered into an extended distribution agreement with Orion Engineered Carbons in Eastern Africa, effective May...

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Our People : Krista Taylor

Senior Customer Service Representative, Krista Taylor shares her fun experiences at Chemspec.

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Safic-Alcan Expands presence in Africa by opening new office in Kenya.

Paris-La Défense, April 18 , 2023– Safic-Alcan, a leading global distributor of specialty chemicals,is delighted to announce the expansion of its presence in Africa with the establishment of a new...

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Pan-North America ISO Certification for ChemSpec

ChemSpec North America, a member of the Safic-Alcan family of companies, is proud to announce its recent Pan-North America ISO 9001:2015 certification.

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SAFIC-ALCAN and SCHÜTZEN reach a PAN-EU agreement for biobased rheological modifiers suitable for Coatings and Construction chemicals

Paris-La Défense, March 06, 2023

Safic-Alcan, a global specialty chemicals distributor, is pleased to announce its exclusive distribution agreement with Schützen Chemical Group. This agreement...

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Safic-Alcan consolidates its presence in the food market and acquires PNP S.R.L

Paris-La Défense, March 3rd, 2023

Safic-Alcan, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals, has announced the acquisition of 100% of PNP, an Italian food ingredients distributor.

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Safic-Alcan further strengthens its presence in the United Kingdom and acquires 4PLAS LTD.

Paris-La Défense, February 28, 2023

Safic-Alcan, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals, has announced the acquisition of 4PLAS LTD., a distributor of engineered plastics in the UK.

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Experience “Beauty Intelligence” with Safic-Alcan at in-cosmetics 2023

In-cosmetics 2023 is the leading international trade show for raw materials and ingredients for cosmetics. With an innovative line-up of exhibitors, cutting-edge product launches, and inspiring...

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CHEMSPEC Awarded ECOVADIS 2022 Gold Sustainability Rating

UNTIONTOWN, OH—ChemSpec, Ltd. is excited to announce that EcoVadis has awarded it a “GOLD” Sustainability Rating. This accomplishment includes scoring in the 97th percentile overall and in the top...

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Our People : Marc Huang

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Safic-Alcan is a specialist in adjuvants and excipients used for vaccines.

The formulation or composition of a vaccine is of high importance for its efficacy, safety, and shelf life. In addition to the active part, a vaccine contains several other very important...

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Our people : Adriana Mendes

As the division manager of the Coatings and Construction department at SA Portugal, Adriana enjoys being in contact with people and is passionate about promoting sustainable and environmentally...

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Probiotics in animal nutrition

Feeding 8 billion people, limiting the sector's GHG emissions, and respecting animal welfare while adapting to the needs and changes in consumption patterns are the major challenges facing...

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Your guide to efficient & functional colour solutions

Looking for an innovative solution to meet your demand for efficiency and sustainability? Continue reading this guide to learn about the most important things to consider when looking for a...

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Beauty Through Science: Technology Taking the Lead

The beauty industry is taking a giant leap forward with advancements in technology. According to a report by Research and Markets, the smart beauty market is expected to reach $12 billion by 2024,...

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How to choose the right partner to secure your API supply ?

APIs is not a simple matter. Sourcing is a strategic process. The Covid pandemic has revealed in an exacerbated way that pharmaceutical players have to increase their supply safety and as a...

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Biodegradable plastics: A viable alternative with PHA?

The growing popularity of billiards in the 19th century had put a strain on the supply of natural ivory, leading to the invention of the first partially synthetic polymer in 1869.

Since then,...

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Michelman and Safic-Alcan ECS interview

A long-standing partnership, with a gaze towards the future: Read this pre-ECS interview featuring Michelman and Safic-Alcan. 

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