Brenntag SE (BNTGF)

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https://www.brenntag.com

Brenntag SE is the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, headquartered in Essen, Germany. The company connects chemical manufacturers and end-users by managing complex supply chains, offering a full-line portfolio of over 10,000 industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients sourced from a world-class supplier base. With more than 18,100 employees across approximately 600 sites in over 70 countries, Brenntag generated sales of EUR 16.2 billion in 2024. It operates through two key divisions: Brenntag Essentials, focusing on high-volume, cross-industry products like those for soaps, detergents, coatings, paints, and oil & gas extraction; and Brenntag Specialties, providing tailored solutions, technical support, and formulation expertise for sectors including pharmaceuticals, food & nutrition, personal care, home care, water treatment, and lubricants. Brenntag adds value through services such as repackaging, blending, just-in-time delivery, inventory management, and regulatory compliance, serving around 195,000 customers worldwide. Its strategic acquisitions, like MCE Pharma and Prime Surfactants, enhance capabilities in high-growth areas such as biopharma and surfactants, solidifying its role as a critical intermediary in the chemical industry value chain.