Safic-Alcan, an international distributor of specialty chemicals, has acquired Ingredients Plus in Malaysia and Singapore. Founded in 2007 and 2010, the two entities have built strong expertise in raw materials for personal care, home care, coatings, rubber latex, food and flavours. The integration of Ingredients Plus will create a stronger platform for future growth in the Asia Pacific coatings and specialty chemicals market. “Ingredients Plus has excellent technical capabilities, with three laboratories dedicated to personal care, coatings and fragrances. Growth opportunities in the Asia Pacific coatings marketIngredients Plus co-founder Chai Sien Theng welcomed the acquisition: “We are proud to join the Safic-Alcan family.