10.05.2012 • News

BASF Acquires Manufacturer of Omega-3 Fatty Acids

BASF announced the acquisition of Equateq, a manufacturer of highly concentrated omega-3 fatty acids.

Equateq has a production site located on the Isle of Lewis in Scotland with 47 employees. Equateq with all its employees will be integrated into the Pharma Ingredients & Services unit, which is part of BASF's Nutrition & Health division.

The integration is expected to be completed by the end of 2012. The companies have agreed not to disclose financial details of the transaction.

 

 

 

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