Univar is new distributor of BASF’s amine catalysts in the US
Univar Solutions, a global chemical and ingredient distributor, has been selected as BASF’s exclusive authorised distributor for amine catalysts throughout the United States. “We are excited about expanding our specialty portfolio,” said Joey Gullion, vice president, focused industries in the United States for Univar Solutions.
As a supplier in chemicals and raw materials for coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers (CASE) applications, Univar Solutions is well positioned to represent these specialty products in the polyurethane markets.
About BASF’s PUR amine catalysts
BASF has more than 15 polyurethane (PUR) amine catalysts in its product portfolio. The company markets high-performance reaction accelerators including extremely low-emission PUR catalysts. Such catalysts are usually tertiary amines. They are required to facilitate the reaction of the main components’ isocyanate and polyol.