Univar Solutions Appointed Distributor for INOVYN's Chlorinated Paraffins in the United States

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Sept. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR), a global chemical and ingredient distributor and provider of value-added services, has been selected to distribute INOVYN's full line of CERECLOR™ chlorinated paraffins in the United States.

CERECLOR™ is a leading brand of chlorinated paraffins with properties well-suited to serve in applications and end-markets that include: metalworking and metalworking fluids, PVC enhancement, coatings, sealants and adhesives, single component polyurethane foams and rubber chemicals. These chemistries offer several application-specific benefits such as prolonging the life of machine tools and helping to prevent welding, seizure, or scuffing during metal cutting or metal forming operations under high load and extreme pressure. Additionally, these chemistries act as a plasticizer imparting flame retardant properties and improved stain resistance in PVC, rubber, and coating applications.

"The combination of Univar Solutions and INOVYN provides market-leading capabilities to customers that will help drive next generation solutions," said Stephanie Epply, INOVYN's North America commercial manager. "Customers across the U.S. in key end market segments will benefit from Univar Solutions' extensive supply chain network, commitment to customer success, and leading digital technology."

"Univar Solutions is excited to announce this relationship with INOVYN and to offer their market leading CERECLOR™ line to customers in a wide-variety of industries," said Mark Fisher, president USA at Univar Solutions. "Adding a robust chlorinated paraffin line to Univar Solutions' already leading portfolio positions us well to offer our customers the best range of base and specialty chemicals serving end markets such as lubricants and metal working fluids."

About Univar Solutions
Univar Solutions (NYSE: UNVR) is a leading global chemical and ingredient distributor and provider of value added services to customers across a wide range of industries. With the industry's largest private transportation fleet and North American sales force, a vast supplier network, deep market and regulatory knowledge, world-class formulation and recipe development, unparalleled logistics know-how, and industry-leading digital tools, Univar Solutions is a committed ally to customers and suppliers, helping them anticipate, navigate, and leverage meaningful growth opportunities. Learn more at www.univarsolutions.com.  

About INOVYN
Wholly owned by INEOS, one of the world's largest chemicals companies, INOVYN is the supplier of choice for manufacturers around the world. INOVYN's strengths across its extensive chlorvinyls activities creates a world scale business that continues to serve its customers and rapidly respond to changing European markets.

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SOURCE Univar Inc.

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