Polygal, a manufacturer of natural biobased polymers for the personal care industry, has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with DKSH covering France, Germany, Spain, Canada, and the USA.
Through the agreement, DKSH will drive business growth by distributing Polygal’s sustainable range of biopolymers for hair and body care formulations in these five key markets.
Polygal, a family-owned Swiss company, has been focused on processing natural hydrocolloids for beneficial usage in various industrial applications since it was founded in 1956.
It offers a wide range of products based on natural hydrocolloids, such as guar gum, locust bean gum and rice starch.
Jakob Meier, Polygal director marketing and sales, said: “Belief and trust are the elements for a successful partnership; we believe, together with the skills and the long experience of DKSH in distribution and our high-quality ingredients, we will be able to support our customers and respond to the market needs in the five markets.
“As true experts in natural, bio-based functional ingredients, we are committed to delivering sustainable solutions that meet the evolving demands of the personal care industry.”
Michelle Delac, Vice President, Personal Care Industry, DKSH, added: “Polygal is known worldwide for its quality and performance. This collaboration allows us to expand our sustainable, plant-based portfolio with ingredients from a trusted and ethical supplier, while helping Polygal grow its brand and market reach through our strong local presence, digital marketing expertise, and value-added services in specialty chemicals.”