Univar Solutions expands distribution of Dow silicone additives to 28 EMEA markets
DOW•Univar Solutions will distribute Dow’s silicone additives for plastics and composites across 28 countries in Europe, the Middle East and Africa under a new strategic agreement. The collaboration leverages Dow’s decades of silicone innovation and Univar’s technical support network to enhance processing efficiency, durability and sustainability for advanced materials manufacturers.
1. Expanded Strategic Partnership
Under the expanded strategic partnership, Univar Solutions Ingredients + Specialties segment will distribute Dow's silicone additives for plastics and composite applications across 28 EMEA countries.
2. EMEA Distribution Scope
The deal covers markets in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Luxembourg, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Türkiye and the United Kingdom, leveraging Univar's Essen Solution Center and global supply chain.
3. Technology and Sustainability Benefits
Dow's advanced silicone additives are designed to improve processing, durability and resource efficiency, supporting manufacturers' sustainability targets and operational efficiency in plastic and composite production.
4. Strategic Implications
The collaboration enhances Dow’s market penetration in EMEA and strengthens its specialty solutions portfolio by combining its silicone expertise with Univar’s distribution network and technical support.




