Safic-Alcan collaborates with Lanxess

Safic-Alcan, an international speciality chemicals distributor, is to collaborate with Lanxess in biocide in France.

With the brands Preventol® and Biochek®, Lanxess is one the leading global suppliers of biocides.

With comprehensive technical and regulatory service, Lanxess Biocides is serving industries as diverse as paints, varnishes, detergents, cooling lubricants, adhesives, additives, plastics, wood and the desinfection area.

The co-operation between Safic-Alcan and Lanxess starts at a key moment, when the change of classification of many actives ingredients like MIT make it possible to promote original and alternative biocides solutions.

Jean-Yves Petit, Lanxess Biocides France, said: "The sale of biocides is challenging and demands comprehensive technical, biological and regulatory competence.

"With Safic-Alcan, we have gained a partner who, thanks to their extensive experience in the sales and promotion of chemical specialities including biocides, can transmit these competences to our customers."

Philippe Combette, CEO of Safic-Alcan, said: "We are very pleased about the cooperation in distributing Preventol and Biochek in France, which will further strengthen our relationship with Lanxess.

"Our technically focused distribution team is well prepared to pass Lanxess’ technical knowledge and the support to our customers.

"Our French team is well positioned to efficiently answer customers expectations with innovative solutions."