Barentz Strengthens DACH Position With NCD Ingredients Acquisition
Barentz, a global specialty ingredients provider, recently announced the acquisition of NCD Ingredients, a specialty, personal, and home care ingredients distributor active in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (DACH). The acquisition enhances Barentz’s presence in the DACH region, with a particular focus on Germany—the second-largest personal care market in EMEA.
NCD Ingredients is known for its strong reputation in the personal and home care sector in the DACH region. This partnership enhances Barentz's commercial sales organization and market reach, offering a broader range of high-quality raw and active ingredients. Founded in 2013 by Thorsten Fenchel and based in Hanau, Germany, NCD Ingredients will continue under Thorsten's leadership as Managing Director, ensuring smooth integration and high-quality service for customers.
“We are excited to become part of the Barentz team," commented Thorsten Fenchel, founder and Managing Director at NCD Ingredients. "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, added “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.”
