DKSH Enters Exclusive Distribution Agreement with Polygal AG in Europe and North America

Zurich, Switzerland, June 26, 2025 – DKSH’s Business Unit Performance Materials, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, will provide business development, marketing, sales, logistics, and distribution services for Polygal’s range of natural polymers designed for cosmetics, skin care, and hair care applications across key markets in Europe and North America.

Polygal offers a wide range of products based on natural hydrocolloids, such as guar gum, locust bean gum and rice starch. With over 70 years of experience in extracting and refining plant-based hydrocolloids, Polygal creates solutions that adhere to high standards of purity, safety, and sustainability.

DKSH has been entrusted to grow Polygal’s business in France, Germany, Spain, Canada and the USA thanks to its extensive distribution network, knowledgeable commercial and technical teams, strong capabilities in logistics, and its valued services, including innovation, formulation, market research, and analysis.

Jakob Meier, Director Marketing and Sales, Polygal AG, commented: “Belief and trust are the elements for a successful partnership; we believe, together with the skills and the long experience of DKSH in distribution and our high-quality ingredients, we will be able to support our customers and respond to the market needs in the five markets. As true experts in natural, bio-based functional ingredients, we are committed to delivering sustainable solutions that meet the evolving demands of the personal care industry.”

Michelle Delac, Vice President, Personal Care Industry, DKSH, commented: “We are delighted to partner with Polygal AG and offer their highly effective actives and technology to our large customer base in these markets in Europe and North America. Polygal is known worldwide for its quality and performance. This collaboration allows us to expand our sustainable, plant-based portfolio with ingredients from a trusted and ethical supplier, while helping Polygal grow its brand and market reach through our strong local presence, digital marketing expertise, and value-added services in specialty chemicals.”