Univar Expands Relationship with BASF Pharma Adding Legacy Cognis Range to European Pharma Portfolio

29 Mar 2012

Rotterdam, The Netherlands – March 29, 2012 – Univar Inc., a leading global chemical distributor announced today the expansion of its agreement with BASF Pharma with the introduction of BASF’s legacy Cognis Pharmaline™ range for pharmaceutical applications to its EMEA portfolio. Cognis Pharmaline is a range of high-purity oleochemicals for topical applications and solubilisation, consisting of more than 20 brands.

Univar has been distributing BASF’s speciality pharma ingredients in Sweden, Finland, and Norway since 2003 and expanded into the Baltics in 2011.

“The expanded range will provide high-performance products that meet the specific needs of the pharmaceutical industry,” says Dr. Jochen Seifert, senior key account manager, BASF Pharma. “Univar’s extensive on-the-ground distribution network and strong links in the region has given us a valuable insight into this marketplace.”

“The addition of the Cognis Pharmaline range follows very positive customer demand we are experiencing with BASF Pharma products,” says Per Berntson, sales and marketing director Nordics, Univar. “The Cognis Pharmaline range works well with our current portfolio and will fuel the continued growth in the territory.”

The Cognis Pharmaline range includes Kolliphor™ solubilisers and emulsifiers with high bioavailability, Kollisolv™ monographed solvents, Kolliwax™ consistency factors and Kollicream™ emollients with adaptable spreading value and water permeability. The products provide high-performance, stable formulation while ensuring appealing look and feel for the user.