Univar Solutions México, S. De R.L. de C.V., a subsidiary of Univar Solutions Inc., a leading global commodity and specialty chemical and ingredient distributor and provider of value-added services, announced it has expanded its Ingredients & Specialties (I&S) portfolio through a new exclusive distribution agreement with Kalsec, Inc. in Mexico. Univar Solutions will become the sole and exclusive distributor in Mexico of Kalsec® products, encompassing their Taste and Sensory Solutions, Colors and Food Protection business units.
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“We are excited to expand our already extensive food ingredients business through our relationship with Kalsec. This agreement allows Univar Solutions to be even more valuable to our customers and help solve their toughest challenges, develop more innovative and sustainable products and reduce time to market,” said Jorge Buckup, president for Univar Solutions in Latin America. “With this exclusive authorization, we continue to strengthen our product portfolio, expand our ability to meet the needs of customers across Mexico and Latin America, and drive new growth opportunities through higher performing and more innovative and sustainable solutions.”
Kalsec’s products are derived from natural herbs, spices and vegetables, and are translated into easy-to-use liquid extracts. Kalsec’s expertise and resources encompass a full line of natural, innovative products and solutions to meet the challenges faced by food and beverage manufacturers, globally. The addition of Kalsec’s innovative products bring a suite of ingredients to Univar Solutions’ leading specialty portfolio for food and beverage manufacturers at the cutting edge of industry and culinary trends.
Partnering with Kalsec helps position Univar Solutions to deliver on its Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals through responsible product sourcing and long-term supplier partnerships. As one of only 4,000-plus businesses certified as a B Corporation, Kalsec meets the highest verified standards of sustainability, social responsibility, innovation and community engagement. This agreement will bring new representation in Mexico markets for Univar Solutions.