• Login
    • Join
  • FOLLOW:
  • Subscribe Free
    • Magazine
    • eNewsletter
    Checkout
    • Magazine
    • News
    • Research
    • Markets & Technologies
    • Raw Materials
    • Top Companies
    • Directories
    • Jobs
    • Events
    • Microsites
    • More
  • Magazine
  • News
  • Research
  • Markets & Technologies
  • Raw Materials
  • Top Companies
  • Directories
  • Jobs
  • Events
  • Microsites
  • Current / Back Issues
    Features
    Business Corner
    Editorial
    Digital Edition
    eNewsletter Archive
    Our Team
    Editorial Guidelines
    Subscribe Now
    Advertise Now
    World Reports
    eBook
    Top Features
    Biocides Market Outlook - 2027

    Lab & Testing Equipment Directory

    Aerospace Coatings

    Resins Update

    Coatings World Q&A: Eileen Weber of allnex
    Breaking News
    Online Exclusives
    Distributor News
    Financial News
    Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News
    People In the News
    Price Increases
    Product News
    Raw Materials & Equipment
    Video Bites
    Suppliers News
    Live From Shows
    Top News
    What Are You Reading?

    Teknos Receives EcoVadis Gold Medal for Sustainability Performance

    AkzoNobel and Partners Team Up to Hack Carbon Reduction Challenges

    Five PPG Facilities in Ohio Recognized for Sustainability, Health, Safety Practices

    Award for Sustainability: Evonik Receives EcoVadis Platinum Rating Again
    Top Companies report
    Market Research
    White Papers / Tech Papers
    Technical Papers
    Product Spec Sheets
    World Reports
    Adhesives and Sealants
    Aerospace Coatings
    Architectural Coatings
    Automotive Coatings
    Automotive Refinish
    Business Operation
    Color Trends & Forecast
    Construction Chemicals
    Corrosion Control
    Industrial Coatings
    Laboratory Equipment
    Marine Coatings
    Market Trends & Forecast
    Powder Coatings
    Production Equipment
    Radcure Coatings
    Special Purpose Coatings
    Wood Coatings
    "Green" Coatings

    PPG Launches HOMAX TEX>>PRO Texture System by PPG

    New Digital Solution from Interpon Helps Customers Bring Colors to Life

    Benjamin Moore Receives Two J.D. Power Awards

    Jamestown Coating Technologies Acquires Yenkin-Majestic Industrial Paint Business

    New Appointment for AkzoNobel Industrial Coatings
    Additives
    Binders
    Pigments
    Solvents

    DIC’s Indian Subsidiary Begins Construction of Coating Resins Production Facility

    Celanese Declares Force Majeure on Acetyl Chain and Acetate Tow Products

    Perstorp Group to be Acquired by PETRONAS Chemicals Group

    Birla Carbon to Increase North American Prices

    OQ Chemicals Announces Price Increases for Oxo Intermediates in the Americas
    Company Capabilities
    Buyers Guide
    Distributor Guide
    Add New Company
    International Buyers Guide Companies
    Shepherd Color Company, The

    W. R. Grace & Co.

    Pilot Chemical Company

    Clariant Additives

    Siltech Corporation
    Industry Events
    Webinars
    Live From Show Event
    Top Events
    Utech Las Americas 2022

    CPCA Annual Conference

    PAINTINDIA 2022 Exhibition

    Southern Society for Coatings Technology Annual Meeting and Technical Conference

    UTECH Middle East/Africa Foam & Polyurethane Expo
    Companies
    White Papers/Tech Papers
    Product Spec Sheets
    Equipment
    Literature/Brochures
    Videos
    International Buyers Guide Companies
    Shepherd Color Company, The

    W. R. Grace & Co.

    Pilot Chemical Company

    Clariant Additives

    Siltech Corporation
    • Magazine
      • Current / Back Issues
      • Features
      • Editorial
      • Business Corner
      • Digital Edition
      • eNewsletter Archive
      • Editorial Guidelines
      • Subscribe Now
      • Advertise Now
    • Breaking News
    • Directories
      • Buyers Guide
      • Distributor Guide
      • Corporate Capabilities
      • Trade Associations
      • Add Your Company
    • Markets & Technologies
      • Adhesives and Sealants
      • Aerospace Coatings
      • Architectural Coatings
      • Automotive Coatings
      • Automotive Refinish
      • Business Operation
      • Color Trends & Forecast
      • Construction Chemicals
      • Corrosion Control
      • Industrial Coatings
      • Laboratory Equipment
      • Marine Coatings
      • Market Trends & Forecast
      • Powder Coatings
      • Production Equipment
      • Radcure Coatings
      • Special Purpose Coatings
      • Wood Coatings
      • "Green" Coatings
    • Raw Materials
      • Additives
      • Binders
      • Pigments
      • Solvents
    • World Reports
      • Africa Report
      • India/Asia Pacific Report
      • China Report
      • Europe Report
      • Latin America Report
      • Market Research
      • Russian Report
    • Top Companies
    • Online Exclusives
    • Slideshows
    • Experts Opinions
    • Blog
    • eBook
    • Infographics
    • Videos
    • Podcasts
    • Whitepapers
    • Jobs
    • Microsites
      • Companies
      • White Papers/Tech Papers
      • Product Spec Sheets
      • Equipment
      • Literature/Brochures
      • Videos
    • Events
      • Industry Events
      • Live From Show Event
      • Webinars
    • About Us
      • About Us
      • Contact Us
      • Advertise With Us
      • Privacy Policy
      • Terms of Use
    Latin America Reports

    Brenntag Expands Assets, Sales in Latin America Network

    ...

    Related CONTENT
    • BASF designfabrik Presents ‘Material Selection N°1’
    • Brenntag North America Opens Coatings, Construction Technology, Innovation Center
    • BASF Awards $10,000 in Scholarships to LSU Engineering Students
    • BASF, Greentown Labs Announce Startup Finalists in Circularity Challenge
    • BASF Launches Dispex Ultra PX 4290
    Charles W. Thurston, Latin America Correspondent12.11.19
    Brenntag AG is once again expanding its pan-Latin America network, this time with the addition of Brazil’s Quimisa SA, including the logistics subsidiary Quimilog Transportes e Logística Ltda.

    Quimisa is a distributor of about three dozen basic chemicals used in the paint and coatings industry, ranging from rutile titanium dioxide to propylene glycol methyl-ether acetate (PMA).

    Quimisa, based in Brusque, Santa Catarina State, is the largest tank truck distributor of caustic soda in Brazil and is one of the largest distributors of chemical products of Latin America with a staff of 300 in the country.

    The company has branches or offices in Itu, Jundiaí and Sao Paulo, in Sao Paulo State; in Sapucaia do Sul and Esteio, in Rio Grande do Sul State; in Nova Esperanca in Parana State; and in Joinville, Santa Catarina.

    Brenntag’s Brazilian subsidiary, Brenntag Química Brasil Ltda., is based in Guarulhos, Sao Paulo State, and made a prior acquisition in 2014 with Gafor Distribuidora, active both in Brazil and in Argentina. The Quimisa acquisition received advice from the Brazilian law firms of Advogados and Veirano Advogados.

    The Essen, Germany-based Brenntag parent company said in the company’s third-quarter 2019 report that sales in Brazil exhibited strong sales growth during the first six months of this year, but thereafter sales softened. The company was not able to respond to a press query by deadline.

    Brazil is typically supplied from the Brenntag Latin America branch in Houston, which purchases containerized chemicals in bulk from suppliers globally to later sell to company subsidiaries in 17 countries in Latin America.

    Cumulative Latin America sales amount to an estimated €800 million (about $880 million) per year, generated by 1,600 employees.

    Strong Sales in Brazil and Latin America

    Brenntag’s Q3 2019 report said that Latin America represented six percent of Brenntag’s 2018 global sales of €2.7 billion, and that “Volatility and uncertainty remain high in the region.”

    Within the estimated €17 billion overall global chemical distribution business, Brenntag detains 5.9 percent, according to the report.

    Operating gross profit for the company in Latin America in Q3 2019 was up 5.7 percent to €44.5 million, from €42.1 million in Q3 2014. Adjusted for foreign exchange, the increase was 3.5 percent.

    Over the first nine months of 2019, operating profit was up to €131.9 million or 9.3 percent from the prior nine-month period.

    Adjusted for foreign exchange, the increase was still 6.4 percent. This compared with a global 7.1 percent increase for the nine-month period of 2019, adjusted to 4.1 percent for foreign exchange.

    Wide Country Network in Latin America

    Brenntag has been expanding its Latin America network beyond Brazil for over a decade, with notable acquisitions in Mexico, Colombia, Argentina and elsewhere.

    In Mexico, Brenntag Mexico S.A. is based in San Martin Obispo, in Mexico State, and has branches in: Guadalajara, also in Mexico State; in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon State; in Tijuana in Baja Norte State; in Ciudad Jurez in Chihuahua State; and in Querétaro, in Querétaro State.

    Brenntag Mexico in 2008 acquired BASF’s Mexican distribution center in Querétaro, to which it moved its national distribution center from Tultitlán, in Mexico State.

    Thereafter, the company in 2009 acquired Austro Corp, and in 2012 acquired Amco International.

    The company said at the time of the BASF acquisition that key suppliers included Dow, Wacker, ExxonMobil, BASF, Inneos, Stepan, Rhodia, Cognis, Celanese and Chemtura.

    At the time of the BASF Mexico unit acquisition, Steven Terwindt, then regional manager of Brenntag Mexico said, “The site, which clearly enhances Brenntag’s logistics position in Mexico, will enable us to bring in liquid bulk and dry chemicals in a very efficient and safe manner by rail and truck from the US and control the quality of our storing, drumming and dispatch processes in a much better way than before, which will benefit customers and suppliers alike.”

    In Colombia, Brenntag is based in the capital of Bogota, with a primary location in Mosquera, in the Cundinamarca Department.

    The company also has distribution centers located in Barranquilla, in the Atlántico Department; in Medellin, in Antioquia Department; and in Cali, in the Valle del Cauca Department.

    Brenntag in 2014 acquired SurtiQuímicos S.A., a $16 million per year distributor of specialty chemicals headquartered in Bogotá, with facilities in Medellín as well.

    At the time of the acquisition, then-COO of Latin America, German Torres, said “The acquisition is in line with our strategy to increase the specialty chemicals market penetration in Latin America. With SurtiQuímicos we will acquire a well-established business platform for the further development of our current portfolio in Colombia. Brenntag thereby expands its supplier relations and strengthens its position as an important player in the paint and food ingredients markets notably.”

    In Argentina, Brenntag in 2008 acquired the Argentine chemical distribution assets of Inquimex S.A.C.I., a distributor of polyurethanes and industrial chemicals. Among clients at the time was Dow.

    At the time of the acquisition, Peter Staartjes, then president of Brenntag Latin America, said, “The acquisition of Inquimex strengthens our presence in the Argentine chemical distribution market. Together with Inquimex, we broaden our existing product portfolio, our services and our know-how in the polyurethanes, personal care, paints and coatings market. Brenntag Latin America has been looking at expanding its presence in the major Latin American markets, and Argentina is considered an important cornerstone of this strategy for growth. Through this acquisition, we will be a very attractive partner for customers and suppliers in an important economy of Latin America.”

    Sustainability a Cornerstone in Latin America

    Brenntag has a long and committed history when it comes to being a good corporate citizen in Latin America. For example, water use, a key Green focus of its operations, dropped from 70.1 million liters in 2017 to 56.9 million liters last year in the region, the company reported in its latest sustainability report.

    In another local project, in February of last year, Brenntag employees took part in a beach-cleaning initiative organized by Ecuador’s Ministry for the Environment in the provinces of Guayas and Santa Elena.

    The Brazilian operation is representative of Brenntag’s efforts elsewhere in the region. In Brazil, the company carries out a “Comprehensive approach to quality, safety and the environment; we are certified under ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSA 18001 standards, which endorse us as a reference company in sustainable requirements,” it said.

    The company’s approach in the region is also tailored to the local language.

    “Our comprehensive standards-based management system is CASA, which stands for Quality, Safety Health & Environment. We assess prospective CASA impact of all activities to guarantee that they are carried out in a safe, clean and effective way throughout the organization. We adhere to the highest safety standards in all work practices and strive for zero accidents and incidents. Thereby we ensure not only the protection of our people but also the partners we serve,” the company said. 
    Related Searches
    • chemtura
    • dow
    • paints
    • chemical
    Suggested For You
    BASF designfabrik Presents ‘Material Selection N°1’ BASF designfabrik Presents ‘Material Selection N°1’
    Brenntag North America Opens Coatings, Construction Technology, Innovation Center Brenntag North America Opens Coatings, Construction Technology, Innovation Center
    BASF Awards $10,000 in Scholarships to LSU Engineering Students BASF Awards $10,000 in Scholarships to LSU Engineering Students
    BASF, Greentown Labs Announce Startup Finalists in Circularity Challenge BASF, Greentown Labs Announce Startup Finalists in Circularity Challenge
    BASF Launches Dispex Ultra PX 4290 BASF Launches Dispex Ultra PX 4290
    BASF Presents Concept Vehicle VisionVenture at K2019 BASF Presents Concept Vehicle VisionVenture at K2019
    BASF Holds Immersion-style Auto Refinish Study Program for Japanese Students BASF Holds Immersion-style Auto Refinish Study Program for Japanese Students
    BASF Expands Production Capacity for Neopentylglycol BASF Expands Production Capacity for Neopentylglycol
    Brenntag Specialties, Inc., BASF Expand Distribution Agreement Brenntag Specialties, Inc., BASF Expand Distribution Agreement
    Dow, Fuenix Partner for Production of 100% Circular Plastic Dow, Fuenix Partner for Production of 100% Circular Plastic
    Detroit Community Benefits from Support of BASF Volunteers and $50,000 Contribution Detroit Community Benefits from Support of BASF Volunteers and $50,000 Contribution
    BASF, Solvay, Domo Chemicals Reach Agreement on Acquisition of Solvay’s Polyamide Biz BASF, Solvay, Domo Chemicals Reach Agreement on Acquisition of Solvay’s Polyamide Biz
    BASF Hosts University Faculty from Around the World to Promote Process Safety Curriculum BASF Hosts University Faculty from Around the World to Promote Process Safety Curriculum
    BASF’s TECH Academy Introduces High School Students to Technical Careers BASF’s TECH Academy Introduces High School Students to Technical Careers
    BASF Celebrates Official Reopening of its Refinish Competence Center in Spain BASF Celebrates Official Reopening of its Refinish Competence Center in Spain

    Related Content

    • Breaking News
      BASF designfabrik Presents ‘Material Selection N°1’

      BASF designfabrik Presents ‘Material Selection N°1’

      Special polyamide ensures high gloss in automotive interiors.
      12.03.19

    • Breaking News | Distributor News
      Brenntag North America Opens Coatings, Construction Technology, Innovation Center

      Brenntag North America Opens Coatings, Construction Technology, Innovation Center

      Located in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
      11.18.19

    • Breaking News
      BASF Awards $10,000 in Scholarships to LSU Engineering Students

      BASF Awards $10,000 in Scholarships to LSU Engineering Students

      ...
      10.30.19


    • Breaking News | Industry News
      BASF, Greentown Labs Announce Startup Finalists in Circularity Challenge

      BASF, Greentown Labs Announce Startup Finalists in Circularity Challenge

      Nearly 100 startups from more than 20 countries applied to the Circularity Challenge.
      10.29.19

    • Additives | Breaking News | Pigments | Suppliers Corner
      BASF Launches Dispex Ultra PX 4290

      BASF Launches Dispex Ultra PX 4290

      ...
      10.15.19

      Trending
      • Asian Paints Reports 4Q, Full Fiscal Year 2022 Results
      • Teknos Receives EcoVadis Gold Medal For Sustainability Performance | Coatings World
      • What Are You Reading?
      • Coatings World: What Are You Reading?
      • Vlad Appointed Managing Director of AkzoNobel Industrial Coatings
      Breaking News
      • What Are You Reading?
      • Teknos Receives EcoVadis Gold Medal for Sustainability Performance
      • AkzoNobel and Partners Team Up to Hack Carbon Reduction Challenges
      • Five PPG Facilities in Ohio Recognized for Sustainability, Health, Safety Practices
      • Award for Sustainability: Evonik Receives EcoVadis Platinum Rating Again
      View Breaking News >
      CURRENT ISSUE

      May 2022

      • Biocides Market Outlook - 2027
      • Lab & Testing Equipment Directory
      • Aerospace Coatings Market

      Cookies help us to provide you with an excellent service. By using our website, you declare yourself in agreement with our use of cookies.
      You can obtain detailed information about the use of cookies on our website by clicking on "More information”.

      • About Us
      • Privacy Policy
      • Terms And Conditions
      • Contact Us

      follow us

      Subscribe
      Nutraceuticals World

      Latest Breaking News From Nutraceuticals World

      GOED Creates Infographic Highlighting Omega-3 Health Claims Approved in Europe
      Kyowa Hakko Appoints Dr. Colin Hill to Immuse Scientific Advisory Board
      Expert Consensus Statement: Diet is Best Primary Intervention to Achieve Diabetes Remission
      Coatings World

      Latest Breaking News From Coatings World

      What Are You Reading?
      Teknos Receives EcoVadis Gold Medal for Sustainability Performance
      AkzoNobel and Partners Team Up to Hack Carbon Reduction Challenges
      Medical Product Outsourcing

      Latest Breaking News From Medical Product Outsourcing

      MPO's Most-Read Stories This Week—May 21
      Iterative Scopes Expands its Senior Leadership Team
      Viz.ai Raises $100 Million in Series D Funding
      Contract Pharma

      Latest Breaking News From Contract Pharma

      Piramal Pharma Solutions New API Plant in Canada Now Online
      MG America Appoints Claudio Radossi as President
      Catalent Invests $175M to Expand Mfg. Capabilities at Winchester, KY
      Beauty Packaging

      Latest Breaking News From Beauty Packaging

      Authentic Beauty Concept Launches Second-Generation ‘Refill Bar’
      HASK Beauty Enters Exclusive Partnership with Amazon
      Garance Doré Launches Made in France Skincare Line
      Happi

      Latest Breaking News From Happi

      P&G Closes HQ Due To Security Threat, Launches New Hair Care Line
      SPF Setting Spray, Lip Contour and Knotless Braids Are Hot Trends: Spate
      Nutrafol Launches Collagen Infusion
      Ink World

      Latest Breaking News From Ink World

      Weekly Recap: Zeller+Gmelin, Sun Chemical and Kornit Top This Week’s News
      Nazdar Celebrates 100 Years with a New Look
      hubergroup Chemicals Exhibits at Paint India for First Time
      Label & Narrow Web

      Latest Breaking News From Label & Narrow Web

      Brook + Whittle's new acquisition, SunDance goes to HP and more
      Specialty announces move to new facility
      Mark Andy hosts dealer's open house in Warsaw
      Nonwovens Industry

      Latest Breaking News From Nonwovens Industry

      Weekly Recap: Kimberly-Clark to Expand Diaper, Wipes Production in Brazil; The Honest Company to Sell Diapers, Wipes at Walmart & More
      3M to Expand in Nebraska
      Nicely Offers Nonwoven Slitters, Winders
      Orthopedic Design & Technology

      Latest Breaking News From Orthopedic Design & Technology

      ODT's Most Read Stories This Week—May 21
      FDA Clears Anika Therapeutics' X-Twist Knotless Fixation System
      Paragon 28 Rolls Out TenoTac 2.0 Hammertoe and Soft Tissue Repair
      Printed Electronics Now

      Latest Breaking News From Printed Electronics Now

      Weekly Recap: Graphene Flagship, Japan Display and LG Display Top This Week’s Stories
      Evonik Launches New Processing Aids for PV Wafer Cutting
      NREL Creates Highest Efficiency 1-Sun Solar Cell

      Copyright © 2022 Rodman Media. All rights reserved. Use of this constitutes acceptance of our privacy policy The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Rodman Media.

      AD BLOCKER DETECTED

      Our website is made possible by displaying online advertisements to our visitors.
      Please consider supporting us by disabling your ad blocker.


      FREE SUBSCRIPTION Already a subscriber? Login