Eastman Chemical has decided to change the distributorship for its Cosmetic, Personal Care & Pharmaceutical range of products for Europe (except : Switzerland, Baltics and Finland). As per the 1st January 2012, their new distributor for these products will be Safic-Alcan.
Under the agreement, which is effective January 1, 2012, Safic-Alcan will offer Eastman AQ™polymers, Eastman GEM™ 2-ethylhexyl palmitate, Eastman™ SAIB, Eastman™ Triacetin, Eastman™ CA/CAB/CAP, Foral™ hydrogenated rosins, Foralyn™ hydrogenated rosin esters, Regalite™ hydrocarbon resins and -Eastman™ Hydroquinone, European Pharma Grade as well in Life Sciences market in Europe.
About Safic-Alcan
Safic-Alcan is a privately owned company, based in Puteaux – France and founded in 1847.Safic-Alcan group has a leading international position distributing active ingredients and specialties for the Performance Products and Life Sciences market as well. Safic-Alcan has built long term relationships with worldwide suppliers and shows solid financial results. The company employs 325 people and is present physically in more than 25 countries in the world. Safic-Alcan recorded global sales of € 325 M in 2011.
About Eastman Chemical Company
Eastman’s chemicals, fibers and plastics are used as key ingredients in products that people use every day. Approximately 10,000 Eastman employees around the world blend technical expertise and innovation to deliver practical solutions. The company is committed to finding sustainable business opportunities within the diverse markets and geographies it serves. A global company headquartered in Kingsport, Tenn., USA, Eastman had 2010 sales of $5.8 billion.