In March 2015 Biesterfeld Spezialchemie GmbH started its activities in Brazil. In cooperation with the co-subsidiary Biesterfeld do Brasil, the company has commenced the distribution of specialty chemicals in Brazil and has thus moved another step forward in opening up new markets.
“We are happy about extending our activities to the Brazilian market. With our experience in the field of distribution of specialty chemicals and our competence in application technology, we are looking forward to the new challenge. Currently we are developing our portfolio that contains specialty surfactants, carboxylic acids and other products from organic synthesis. Besides, we are pleased to have signed a cooperation for the Brazilian market with Cosphatec, a company producing raw materials for the cosmetics industry”, explains Inge Gotthardt, Business Manager LifeScience of Biesterfeld Spezialchemie GmbH. Ms. Andreia Morelli is the sales manager in-charge in São Paulo. She is a qualified food technologist and has years of experience in the LifeScience industry.
Cosphatec GmbH, with head office in Hamburg, develops and manufactures high-quality range of products of complexing agents, antioxidants, emulsifiers and multifunctionals for the cosmetics industry. Since its foundation in 2005, alternative preservatives for natural cosmetics have been its focus.
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Biesterfeld Plastic is a pan-European, rapidly growing distributor for Engineering Polymers, Standard Polymers, Acrylates and Rubber. more
Biesterfeld Spezialchemie GmbH
Biesterfeld Spezialchemie GmbH is a leading, globally active distributor of specialty chemicals in the fields of • LifeScience (pharma, cosmetics, household cleaning products, organic synthesis) • Nutrition (culinary/spice, sweet/fruit, dairy, beverage, functional food) • CASE (Co ... more
We want to achieve success together with our suppliers and partners. Biesterfeld Plastic subscribes to a corporate philosophy based on the principles of constructive, partnership-minded and transparent cooperation which brings long-term benefit to all involved. more
