Univar Solutions will exclusively distribute its pigments and colorants used in cosmetics and personal care formulations for Koel Colours.
Both companies plan to streamline the technical and personnel support through collaboration, enhancing a strong customer experience blended with coloring solutions to meet U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) quality standards.
James Peterson, global vice president of CARE for Univar Solutions, said, "Today's consumers are looking for more modern and personalized cosmetic products that are simple to use and apply. As a leading global distributor of specialty ingredients, we recognize the growing worldwide need for high quality sustainable color cosmetic products. Pigments and dyes are a staple of leading cosmetic products and are fundamental to the success of many brands. We are excited to add Koel Colours to our comprehensive portfolio, allowing us to bring more unique and innovative solutions to our color cosmetics customers."
Jay Sanjeev Mehta, sales and marketing manager–Americas and Europe for Koel Colours, said, "Now as a U.S. partner, Koel Colours is well-positioned to support Univar Solutions in the U.S. beauty and personal care market. Koel Colours is constantly striving to deliver quality coloring solutions in personal care and cosmetics applications to our customers as we have a multi-national presence with global quality accreditation. Optimizing the span of robust capabilities of Univar Solutions in the United States, we hope to support each and every formulator in the country."
