Brenntag, the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, announced a distribution agreement for the U.S., Canada and Mexico with PureTech Scientific, a global leader in organic synthesis of ultra-high purity glycolic acid for the life sciences and specialty chemical industries and the sole manufacturer in the Americas.

This distribution agreement will offer innovative formulation solutions featuring Glypure cosmetic-grade glycolic acid to Brenntag customers across North American personal care markets. PureTech Scientific provides top-tier glycolic acid solutions that can be incorporated into a wide array of personal care products, including dermatological peels, toners and hair styling solutions, while delivering the highest levels of purity, consistency and quality available in the market.

Additionally, PureTech’s proprietary process has a 100% atom economy and uses no hazardous solvents in the production of their readily biodegradable glycolic acid, further underscoring their commitment to creating the lowest environmental impact glycolic acid on the market.

Maia Navarrete, Senior Director Beauty & Personal Care North America at Brenntag Specialties, commented: “We are extremely excited to work with PureTech Scientific as Glypure products are the industry standard of high purity glycolic acid for the beauty and personal care industry. We are especially pleased with their new launch, Glypure 70 ULTRA, which is an ultra-high purity glycolic that is formaldehyde-free and dichloroacetic acid-free and offers true innovation to consumers that are looking for a safe and effective product.”

Nav Arora, Chief Commercial Officer for PureTech Scientific, added: “Our strategic partnership with Brenntag Beauty & Personal Care group significantly expands access to Glypure in the personal care market. This collaboration will enable our customers to easily integrate this proudly-made-in-the-USA ingredient into their formulations through an efficient and reliable sourcing experience. It further reinforces PureTech's commitment to quality, reliability, and customer success.”