Univar Solutions Inc. will distribute Arylessence fragrances for selected product formats in the US and Canada. The fragrance products expand Univar Solutions' portfolio of home care and industrial cleaning (HIC) chemistries from premier specialty ingredients suppliers across the globe.

"We are extremely pleased to partner with Arylessence and appreciate the trust they have placed in Univar Solutions and our dedicated home care and industrial cleaning solutions team," said Aaron Lee, business director of homecare and industrial cleaning for Univar Solutions. "As a leading distributor of specialty chemicals in the HIC industry, we know that more environmentally preferred fragrances and sensory experiences are a significant part of a brand's essence. The addition of this Arylessence line of fragrances to our extensive portfolio will help provide our customers across the United States and Canada with a full-service, one-stop-shop experience."

This collaboration features Arylessence fragrances that are tested and approved for use in a variety of products for household, industrial and hospitality cleaning, with uses ranging from dish soaps and detergents to air fresheners and car washes.

"Arylessence and Univar Solutions are customer solutions-oriented companies. Their portfolio and sensory strategy align with our strategy to expand our solutions for home care and industrial cleaning manufacturers by partnering with leading suppliers dedicated to innovation, quality and applications expertise," said Bill Perry, senior product manager of HIC for Univar Solutions. "We look forward to this new addition to our best-in-class portfolio, as well as leveraging our geographic reach, sales, service and technical formulation capabilities, helping accelerate and grow our businesses together."

As part of the agreement, Univar Solutions will also carry a full line of Arylessence fragrances, which are compliant with the US EPA Safer Choice program that supports consumer desire for environmentally preferred "green" cleaning formulations.

"Fragrance is a key differentiator for brands. We are built on the principles of people, resources and support to help grow brands and the long-term success of businesses. We are excited to begin this new, unique partnership with Univar Solutions as our sole distributor of Arylessence Signature Fragrances for the home care and industrial cleaning market. We expect even more customers will experience value and growth with the effective, safe, and innovative fragrance solutions for cleaning applications offered through our collaboration," said Geoff Gotsch, sales director for Arylessence.