Brenntag acquires Mexico's specialty chemical distributor Amco
09 January 2012 10:53 [Source: ICIS news]
LONDON (ICIS)--Brenntag has acquired Amco Internacional, a specialty chemical distributor of aroma chemicals, essential oils and food ingredients, headquartered in
The Germany-based chemicals distributor said the deal is part of a strategy to expand its flavours and fragrance business in
“The acquisition of Amco Internacional will strengthen Brenntag’s position with a sophisticated portfolio of specialty products and services in the region,” said Peter Staartjes, president of Brenntag Latin America.
Financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed.
Family-owned Amco Internacional generated sales of about $20.2m (€16.0m) in 2011, Brenntag said.
By: Franco Capaldo
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