Univar Solutions Strengthens North American Beauty and Personal Care Portfolio with Exclusive CABB Group Glycolic Acid Distribution Partnership

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Univar Solutions Strengthens North American Beauty and Personal Care Portfolio with Exclusive CABB Group Glycolic Acid Distribution PartnershipAuthor of the article:Collaboration broadens access to high performance ingredients and accelerates formulation innovation GNWCollaboration broadens access to high-performance ingredients and accelerates formulation innovationTHIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountDOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Sept. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Univar Solutions USA LLC (“Univar Solutions” or “the Company”), through its Ingredients + Specialties (I+S) from Univar Solutions division, announced a new exclusive distribution partnership with the CABB Group. CABB Group is a leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) and fine chemicals provider, specializing in customized active ingredients and high-purity solutions for life sciences, personal care, crop science, and specialty applications. The agreement expands distribution of glycolic acid beyond EMEA to the United States and Canada, including the key ingredient GLYCOS® Clear 70.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.“Our collaboration with the CABB Group marks an exciting step forward in expanding high-performance solutions for the beauty and personal care markets across North America,” said Nick Powell, CEO, Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions. “Together, we’re bringing deep technical expertise and proven glycolic acid capabilities to help customers create more effective, multi-benefit products. Building on our existing relationship, we’re also pleased to expand our partnership in EMEA to now include the United States and Canada.”Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againGlycolic acid is commonly used in cosmetic and skin care products and valued for its exfoliating role in a variety of formulations. It is frequently used in products intended to help enhance overall skin appearance and texture related to skin tone and radiance. Incorporating glycolic acid into Univar Solutions’ portfolio aligns with the Company’s strategic plan to invest in areas of growth, enhance its ingredient offerings, and empower customers to create differentiated, high-performing products.“Univar Solutions’ reach and expertise in specialty ingredients makes them the right partner to broaden the availability of our glycolic acid technologies,” said Tobias Schalow, CEO of the CABB Group. “This exclusive partnership brings our glycolic acid to customers across the United States and Canada, helping ensure robust supply and consistent performance. Produced using renewable electricity, it reflects our commitment to sustainability without compromise. Our focus is on providing dependable solutions for the personal care industry and beyond, supporting brands that demand excellence in every formulation.”This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.“This partnership with the CABB Group reinforces our mission to help support customers with the specialty ingredients they need for product growth and brand development,” said James Peterson, global senior vice president of Care for Univar Solutions. “Together, we can accelerate growth in critical beauty and personal care applications by expanding access to ingredients known for their adaptability and effectiveness. With our product and innovation capabilities, we’re empowering customers to develop next generation formulations across key markets.”Explore glycolic acid solutions and the full portfolio of beauty and personal care products and services available through I+S from Univar Solutions.About Univar SolutionsUnivar Solutions is a leading global specialty chemical and ingredient distributor representing a premier portfolio from the world’s leading producers. With one of the industry’s largest private transportation fleets and technical sales force, unparalleled logistics know-how, deep market and regulatory knowledge, formulation and recipe development, and leading digital tools, the Company is well-positioned to offer tailored solutions and value-added services to a wide range of markets, industries, and applications. While fulfilling its purpose to help keep communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe, Univar Solutions is committed to helping customers and suppliers innovate and focus on Growing Together. Learn more at univarsolutions.com.This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.About Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions brings the best products, people, and results to specialty customers and suppliers seeking to power modern life. By combining science, innovation, and deep expertise with a leading specialty portfolio, we help find the solutions needed to safely improve lives and communities across the globe. Learn more at univarsolutions.com.About CABB GroupCABB Group is a leading provider of contract manufacturing (CDMO) and fine chemicals, specializing in customized active ingredients and high-purity solutions for life science, personal care, crop science, and specialty applications. The CABB Group combines leading-edge technologies with a global largescale production network to deliver reliable, sustainable, and cost-efficient solutions to provide customized solutions for complex chemistries. CABB with around 1,000 employees, c. €494 million revenue, and five production sites is a partner in fine chemistry turning complex chemistry into reliable and cost-efficient solutions. Learn more at cabb-chemicals.comThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Forward-Looking Statements and InformationThis communication contains “forward-looking statements” under applicable law regarding financial and operating items relating to the Company’s business. 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