Lanxess partners with Azelis to distribute PU dispersions

PITTSBURGH, Pa.—Lanxess Corp. has added a distributor for its polyurethane dispersions, appointing Azelis Americas to partner with its Urethane Systems business unit.

Azelis will offer the products beginning Nov. 1.

The pact adds the Witcobond line from Lanxess, serving the coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomer markets.

"We are pleased to expand the partnership between Lanxess and Azelis Americas to include our polyurethane dispersions products," said Goran Zarkov, North American sales director, for Lanxess Urethane Systems. "Azelis has been a valued and trusted distribution partner for our urethane products in the CASE markets for many years, and the addition of PUDs will enable Azelis to provide even more holistic solutions for our customers' urethane needs."

The Witcobond line is a water-based polyurethane dispersion that complies with pertinent regulations, according to Lanxess.

"The Azelis Americas CASE team is proud to be able to offer these products to our broad customer base," said Rocky Prior, managing director, Azelis Americas CASE. "Extending our strategic relationship with Lanxess to include the Witcobond line is a testament to the strength of our ability and commitment in growing this market."

With more than 60 laboratories, Azelis develops formulations and provides technical guidance. They are EcoVadis-platinum rated, placing a priority on sustainability.

Azelis has more than 3,000 employees across 50 countries. The company had more than $2.8 billion in sales in 2021.