Brenntag Beauty & Care highlights Skin Longevity, scalp wellness and sun care innovation at Cosmetorium 2026 in Barcelona. * Brenntag Beauty & Personal Care will showcase its latest innovations under the theme "The Future Is Built on Our Choices. Make Yours Count." Brenntag Beauty & Care will present its latest formulation concepts and ingredient innovations at Cosmetorium 2026, taking place on October 21-22, 2026, at La Farga in Barcelona, Spain. At stand 303, Brenntag's experts will showcase new formulation concepts and scientific approaches that help beauty brands address evolving consumer expectations around performance, sensory experience and sustainability. Under the theme, "The future is built on our choices. Make yours count.", Brenntag will demonstrate how carefully selected ingredients and formulation expertise can support the development of innovative and market-relevant beauty and personal care products. A key highlight at the stand will be the Skin Longevity Kit, developed to support healthier-looking and more resilient skin through advanced active ingredients and scientifically driven concepts. The kit translates the growing skin longevity trend into practical formulation solutions designed to help brands address consumers' increasing interest in long-term skin health. Visitors will also discover Brenntag's latest anti-dandruff hair care solutions, which combine effective scalp care with an enhanced sensory profile. The concepts demonstrate how high-performance ingredients can deliver efficacy while meeting consumer expectations for pleasant textures and application experiences. In addition, Brenntag will showcase innovative sun care formulations, featuring high-performance UV protection combined with elegant textures and superior sensory aesthetics. The formulations illustrate how protection, comfort and consumer appeal can be successfully balanced in modern sun care products. Alongside the formulation concepts, visitors will have the opportunity to attend several technical presentations highlighting innovative ingredient technologies and formulation approaches: On October 21, Brenntag will host the workshop "The Art of Structure: Designing Sensorial Experiences with the CalyCare(TM) Range." The session will explore how structure and texture influence consumer perception and demonstrate how the CalyCare(TM) range can be used to create distinctive sensory experiences in cosmetic formulations. On October 22, visitors can learn more about CosVivetActiLipid O7: A New Perspective on Lipid Performance in Modern Formulations. The session will explore how this next-generation biotech omega-7 lipid can support skin longevity concepts while providing hydration, elasticity, skin conditioning and enhanced sensory benefits. Throughout the exhibition, Brenntag's Beauty & Care experts will be available to discuss formulation challenges, ingredient selection and market trends, helping customers translate consumer insights into innovative product concepts. Patrick Koch, Senior Director Sales Beauty & Care Europe at Brenntag: Consumer expectations continue to evolve rapidly, creating demand for products that combine proven performance with exceptional sensory experiences and responsible innovation. At Cosmetorium 2026, Sofw is demonstrating how Brenntag's formulation expertise, technical support and ingredient portfolio can help customers bring these next-generation beauty concepts to market. Its skin longevity, scalp wellness and sun care solutions showcase practical approaches to addressing some of the industry's most important trends." If you would like to arrange a meeting during the event, please contact its local representative below or visit Sofw at stand 303. About Brenntag Beauty & Personal Care: Brenntag Beauty & Personal Care is a leading distributor and service provider for the cosmetic industry, offering a wide range of ingredients and providing high quality service to find innovative solutions in line with customer needs. Thanks to a global network of first-class suppliers, they promote the best quality ingredients on the market. With their global and efficient logistics, they guarantee a fast and reliable supply service. Their European Innovation and Application Centers based in Lille (France), Leeds (UK), Istanbul (Turkey) and Essen (Germany) offer technical support, formulation concept development and tailor-made solutions. A highly experienced team of cosmetologists is available to provide formulated know-how and support to their customers and partners, offering a comprehensive and innovative product portfolio as well as customized solutions to cover all needs. Brenntag Beauty & Personal Care guarantees safe and reliable ingredients, in full compliance with the strict requirements of the cosmetics industry in terms of regulatory compliance, technical standards, a transparent supply chain and safety. About Brenntag: Brenntag is the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution. The company holds a central role in connecting customers and suppliers of the chemical industry. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, Brenntag has more than 17,300 employees worldwide and operates a network of around 600 sites in more than 70 countries. In 2025, Brenntag generated sales of 15.2 billion EUR. The two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, provide a diversified and broad portfolio of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients as well as tailor-made application, marketing and supply chain solutions, technical and formulation support, comprehensive regulatory know-how, and digital solutions for a wide range of industries. Brenntag pursues an ambitious sustainability agenda and is committed to sustainable solutions in its own sector and the industries served. Brenntag shares have been listed at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2010, in the DAX since September 2021. In addition, the Brenntag SE shares are listed in the DAX 30 ESG and DAX ESG Target. For more information, visit www.brenntag.com.

Brenntag enters distribution agreement with Almatis in Latin America. Brenntag enters strategic distribution agreement with Almatis for high performance alumina solutions in Mexico and Latin America. * New agreement expands Brenntag's Specialties portfolio in Mexico and Latin American markets, providing access to Almatis' specialty alumina grade solutions for a range of industrial applications Brenntag, the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, announced today it has signed a distribution agreement with Almatis across Mexico and Latin America (excluding Brazil). The agreement will expand Brenntag's specialty portfolio with Almatis' high-performance alumina solutions, providing customers in Mexico and Latin American markets with access to specialized grades for demanding ceramic, polishing and specialties applications. Almatis offers a portfolio of premium alumina solutions, including calcined and other specialty alumina grades designed to support performance across a range of industrial applications. This strategic agreement represents an expansion of the established collaboration between Brenntag and Almatis in the U.S. Marcelo Barros, Senior Director Material Science for Brenntag Specialties Latin America, commented: "We are very pleased to welcome Almatis to our Material Science portfolio. This partnership brings together Almatis' recognized expertise in specialty aluminas and Brenntag's extensive market reach and technical capabilities. Together, we will be able to provide our customers in Mexico and Latin American markets with high-quality solutions, strong technical support, and reliable supply while developing new opportunities across these important markets." "We are pleased to expand our relationship with Brenntag into the LATAM region. Almatis and Brenntag have a strong tenured business relationship that has been built on continued trust and reliability. I strongly believe our customers will benefit from the enhanced service, local presence, and responsiveness that this expanded partnership will bring. We look forward to working with the Brenntag LATAM team and growing our business together," added Chuck Compson, Chief Commercial Officer for Almatis. About Almatis: With more than 100 years of experience, Almatis is the global leader and the only specialty alumina supplier with a truly global footprint. The company drives innovation, sustainability, and reliability across industries ranging from refractories and technical ceramics to medical applications and thermal management. Almatis' specialty alumina solutions help customers improve efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and lower their carbon footprint. For more information, visit www.almatis.com. Downloads.

Brenntag enters distribution agreement with Cassava Pharma. Patented tapioca starch technology will become available across the American personal care market. October 13, 2026 Associate Editor, Happi Chemicals and ingredients distributor Brenntag has inked a distribution agreement with Cassava Pharma across the American Personal Care market. Through this exclusive agreement, Brenntag customers in the US will now have access to Cassava Pharma's patented tapioca starch technology. For the end consumer, the technology delivers a smooth, silky skin feel while helping control oil and shine, creating lighter formulations with a natural origin story. "Cassava Pharma's patented, differentiated tapioca starch technology is an exciting addition to Brenntag's Beauty & Personal Care portfolio, further strengthening our position in sustainable, high-performance sensory powders," Maia Navarrete, senior director Beauty & Care for Brenntag Specialties North America. "This partnership expands our ability to offer innovative, naturally derived solutions to customers across the American market, supporting applications ranging from deodorants and dry shampoos to skincare and color cosmetics. We are proud to represent Cassava Pharma in this market and look forward to helping brands leverage these unique ingredients to develop the next generation of clean, effective and high-performing beauty products." The agreement expands Brenntag's Beauty & Personal Care portfolio in the American market, providing customers with access to Cassava Pharma's high-quality and versatile ingredients with broad formulation functionality, enhanced supply security, and technical support for product selection and application development. Cassava Pharma is recognized for its vertically integrated tapioca (cassava) supply chain, consistent product quality, and focus on sustainable, plant-based starch solutions that support clean-label and renewable material trends. Add us as a preferred source on Google. Get the latest Happi news, insights and analysis in your Google Search and AI experiences.