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Germany's Brenntag signs Nanum Nanomaterials deal

27 Feb '26
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Germany's Brenntag signs Nanum Nanomaterials deal
Pic: Brenntag Group

Insights

  • Brenntag has entered a distribution agreement with Nanum to expand its nanotechnology portfolio in Material Science.
  • The deal adds graphene-based materials, nano silver and nano cerium for CASE, polymers and rubber applications.
  • The partnership combines Nanum's industrial-scale production with Brenntag's distribution network to deliver high-performance, innovative solutions across key markets.
Brenntag, the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution announced a new distribution agreement with Nanum, a company specializing in the industrial-scale production of nanomaterials, to offer nanotechnology-based solutions in the market. This partnership complements Brenntag's portfolio of specialty products and reinforces its commitment to bringing innovation and new technologies to various sectors.

Nanum offers a broad portfolio of products such as graphene nanoplatelets, graphene oxide, reduced graphene oxide, nano silver and nano cerium. These are exclusive products with consistent quality for applications in diverse sectors, including CASE (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, Elastomers) polymers and rubber. Nanum products provide significant improvements in mechanical strength, impermeability, corrosion resistance, transparency, electrical and thermal conductivity, as well as reduced fuel consumption.

"We at Nanum are very enthusiastic about our new partnership with Brenntag. We have made significant investments in a state-of-the-art facility and a highly skilled team to support this venture. The future looks bright," commented Ailton Ricaldoni, Chairman at Nanum.

Marcelo Barros, Sr. Director Material Science for Brenntag Specialties Latin America, noted: “The partnership between Nanum and Brenntag unlocks new commercial opportunities by broadening our Specialties portfolio in Material Science and reinforcing our ability to co-create innovative, high-value solutions for our customers. By combining our regional distribution network with Nanum’s technical expertise, we are well positioned to deliver greater value across our key markets.”

"With our nanomaterials portfolio, which is produced to the highest standards on an industrial scale, combined with Brenntag's R&D capabilities and global supply chain, we are confident that all customers will receive the best technical and sales support, backed by an efficient and reliable supply, for many years to come," adds Fernando Contadini, CEO at Nanum.

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ALCHEMPro News Desk (JP)

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