The worldwide supplier of specialized chemicals has obtained a controlling interest in Anders, a South American leader in the distribution of specialty chemicals</strong>.
Anders offers specialized chemicals, food components, supplies, and machinery from prominent global vendors, catering to a wide array of life science markets (Personal, Home Care and Hygiene; Pharmaceutical and Veterinary; Food and Nutrition) and industrial fields (Coatings, Inks and Adhesives; Converting and Packaging; Construction and Asphalt; Plastics; Paper and Water Treatment, amongst others). Founded in 1964, the business is currently managed by the third generation with Peter Anders Hornung at the helm. Based in Lima, Peru, it also maintains locations in Bolivia, Ecuador, Chile, Colombia and Argentina, together with operations in Uruguay and Paraguay.
The purchase of this truly continent-spanning Latin American participant augments Safic-Alcan’s current business activities in Brazil.
“We now possess a significant presence throughout Latin America, and we anticipate further providing worth to our customers and providers in the area. Considering our supplementary entities in the USA, Canada and Mexico, Safic-Alcan affirms its objective to be a vital stakeholder in the Americas in the years ahead,” stated Yann Lissilour, Chief Executive Officer, Safic-Alcan Group.
Located in Paris La Défense, with 38 branches, more than 850 personnel, and a 2024 revenue of EUR 907 million, Safic-Alcan furnishes technical and pioneering resolutions across numerous sectors like rubber, paints, thermoplastics, beauty & personal care, medications, and others.