The global specialty chemical and ingredient distributor has signed an expanded exclusive distribution agreement with Angus Chemical Company covering the beauty and personal care market in the United States and Canada.

Angus is a global manufacturer of high-quality specialty chemistries and ingredients for personal and home care, life sciences, and industrial markets.

"We are very pleased to expand our global relationship with Angus, a valued and versatile specialty ingredients supplier," said Tony Jaillot, global vice president of beauty and personal care for Univar Solutions. "At Univar Solutions, we work at the intersection of science and technology and recognize that consumers are increasingly demanding more sustainable products with exceptional performance. In response, our global Solution Center network and on-the-ground application specialists are delivering practical technical solutions to help customers meet the latest trends, regulatory requirements, and their sustainability goals. Together with Angus, we can deliver botanical ingredients and the consistent, reliable service that local customers are seeking, no matter where they are in the world."

Angus produces botanical extracts in the United States using sustainably sourced raw materials for use in a variety of applications including hair care, sun care, skincare, and color cosmetics formulations.

Univar Solutions already distributed Angus’ portfolio of high-purity Ultra PC multifunctional amino alcohols. From now on, the distributor will also offer in the United States and Canada over 40 Angus botanical extracts, including rosemary leaf, sage leaf, vanilla bean, white tea leaf, yarrow, and dozens of others.