Irish outfit Kerry Group has signed up LBB Specialties to distribute personal care ingredients in North America.
The agreement will see Norwalk, Connecticut-based LBB Specialties be Kerry's distribution partner in the United States and Canada for its new line of emollients, emulsifiers and fermentation-derived actives specifically designed for skin care, personal care, and cosmetics.
“We are honoured to partner with Kerry, a brand synonymous with technology, innovation, and quality in the food & nutrition industry, as their key personal care distributor—launching their technology and expertise into the PC market,” said Christopher Nork, Senior Vice President of LBB Specialties Care.
“Our collaboration will enable us to deliver multi-functional formulation benefits to skin, hair, sun and color care applications for our clients, solidifying our position as a consultative solutions provider to brands across the full personal care value chain,” he added.
Kerry offers state-of-the-art emulsifiers that enhance stability and texture and fermentation-derived actives that enhance anti-ageing.
“Partnering with LBB Specialties is a strategic move that aligns perfectly with our goals," said Derek Klaehn, EVP of Strategy & New Ventures at Kerry.
“Its extensive network and technical expertise make them an ideal partner to expand the reach of our Kerry portfolio in the North American market.”
