Brenntag and Givaudan partner for exclusive cosmetics distribution in Thailand

THAILAND – Brenntag has entered a new distribution agreement with Givaudan to supply active cosmetic ingredients in Thailand’s rapidly growing beauty and personal care market. 

This partnership allows Brenntag to broaden its portfolio with Givaudan’s premium and scientifically advanced active ingredients, catering to evolving consumer trends toward wellness, sustainability, and high performance.

Leveraging Brenntag’s established Application and Innovation Centre in Thailand, the company will provide local technical expertise, formulation support, and market insights to help manufacturers and formulators develop differentiated, next-generation beauty products. 

This collaboration combines Givaudan’s deep scientific knowledge and innovation in active beauty ingredients with Brenntag’s extensive distribution network and local market understanding, enabling Thai beauty brands to accelerate product development and confidently meet market demands.

Bonwook Koo, Regional Head of Sales for Northeast Asia, Southeast Asia, and Oceania at Givaudan Active Beauty, said, “We are pleased to collaborate with Brenntag in Thailand, where their clear strategy and technical capabilities make them an ideal partner.”

“Together, we can ensure our active ingredients reach a wider range of customers and support the development of high-quality beauty and personal care products for this growing market.”

It aligns with global beauty trends that prioritize effective, ethical, and nature-inspired products while supporting Thailand’s expanding beauty and personal care industry.

Brenntag partners with Calyxia for Microcapsules and Microspheres

Brenntag Specialties has formed an exclusive global partnership with Calyxia, a CleanTech innovator based near Paris, to distribute Calyxia’s advanced microspheres and microcapsule solutions globally, primarily for the Beauty & Care market. 

This collaboration centers on Calyxia’s innovative microencapsulation technology and its flagship product, CalyCare™ Gel 100, a biodegradable, cold-processable gelling agent for oil-based cosmetic formulations. 

CalyCare™ Gel 100 enhances the texture and sensory experience of cosmetic products, improving spreadability and allowing a range from light gelled oils to thicker balm-like textures. 

In addition, it supports product performance by boosting SPF effectiveness, maintaining even ingredient suspension, and extending fragrance release.

This partnership leverages Brenntag Specialties’ extensive global distribution network to bring Calyxia’s eco-friendly and cutting-edge technology to a broader market. 

The technology supports energy-efficient, sustainable production processes, as it can be processed without heat. 

The collaboration is expected to drive more sustainable, differentiated formulations in skincare, makeup, suncare, and fragrance products.

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