Barentz reinforces its presence in the DACH region through the acquisition of NCD Ingredient

 

Hoofddorp, the Netherlands, 9 January, 2025.

Barentz, a leading global specialty ingredients solutions provider, announces the acquisition of 100% of the shares of NCD Ingredients GmbH (NCD Ingredients), a renowned distributor of specialty personal care and home care ingredients active in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (DACH). This strategic acquisition significantly enhances Barentz’s presence in the DACH region, with a particular focus on Germany—the second-largest personal care market in EMEA.

NCD Ingredients has an established reputation in the personal care and home care sector in the DACH region, backed by longstanding relationships with customers and a diversified portfolio of blue-chip principals. By joining forces with NCD Ingredients, Barentz strengthens its commercial sales organisation and deepens its reach and market penetration in this key region. The complementary product portfolios and shared commitment to innovation position Barentz to better serve customers with a broader range of high-quality raw and active ingredients. 

Founded in 2013 by Thorsten Fenchel and headquartered in Hanau, Germany, NCD Ingredients employs a skilled team of experienced sales and technical experts. Thorsten will continue with Barentz as Managing Director, ensuring seamless integration of the Barentz Personal Care division in the DACH region and delivery of high-quality service to both existing and new customers and principals.

Thorsten Fenchel, founder and Managing Director at NCD Ingredients, comments: “We are excited to become part of the Barentz team. This partnership enables us to leverage growth opportunities and further develop our business while maintaining our shared values, including a strong focus on sustainability. Barentz’s technical expertise and application laboratories provide valuable resources that will allow us to further grow in our region and better serve our customers' needs. Together, we will create an enhanced offering for our customers, combining innovative ingredient solutions with our mutual expertise.”

Valérie Lepoultel, Vice President of Personal Care for Barentz EMEA, adds: “This acquisition is a transformative step for Barentz in the DACH region. NCD Ingredients’ strong local reputation and established network complement our strategic goals, enabling us to deliver broader customer coverage and innovative solutions. Under Thorsten’s commercial leadership, we are ready to embark on this next phase of growth, reinforcing our commitment to the German market and beyond.”

This acquisition underscores Barentz’s dedication to investing in strategic markets, strengthening its regional capabilities, and building lasting partnerships with customers and principals. Together with NCD Ingredients, Barentz is well-positioned to drive innovation and growth in the personal care industry in EMEA.

Barentz Personal Care operates across all European countries with dedicated EMEA sales teams and a strong technical focus. By leveraging its laboratories, marketing expertise, CSR, quality and regulatory teams, Barentz continues to create value for its partners and strengthen its position as a trusted leader in the personal care industry.

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