Barentz, a leading global specialty ingredients solutions provider, is pleased to announce a new distribution partnership with Chemian Technology, best known for its Citrepel® range of naturally based insect repellent active ingredients. Under this agreement, Barentz will distribute Chemian Technology’s product range across the Asia Pacific region, effective immediately. 

Chemian Technology’s Citrepel® products are ethically sourced, naturally derived, and based on patented plant-based technology. These ingredients provide clinically proven protection for approximately six hours at 20% concentration and are effective against mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, sand flies, gnats, and other biting insects. The Citrepel® range offers a highly consistent, cost-effective, COSMOS-certified alternative to traditional synthetic materials, making it an ideal solution for formulators seeking sustainable high-performance actives. 

Through this partnership, customers across the Asia Pacific region will benefit from Barentz’s strong local presence and technical expertise, ensuring reliable access to Chemian Technology’s naturally based, sustainable ingredients. Citrepel® products are not damaging to plastics and synthetics, further supporting their use in a wide range of personal and home care applications. 

“We are delighted to partner with Chemian Technology to bring their innovative Citrepel® range to our customers in the region,” said Jacqueline Hoe, Vice President, Personal & Home Care Asia Pacific, Barentz. “Citrepel® is a strong complement to our existing portfolio of naturally derived active ingredients in Personal and Home Care, further enhancing our ability to offer customers safe, effective, and sustainable solutions that meet growing consumer demand for nature-based protection.” 

“Partnering with Barentz allows us to reach a broader customer base and respond more effectively to growing demand across the Asia Pacific region,” commented Ian Dell, Company Owner, Chemian Technology. “With Barentz’s strong regional presence and customer relationships, we can ensure that more brands gain access to our clinically proven Citrepel® ingredients and the performance benefits they deliver.” 

This partnership reinforces Barentz’s strategic focus on expanding its naturally derived and sustainable ingredients portfolio within the personal care and home care markets and strengthens its position as a trusted partner for innovative, ethical ingredient solutions across the Asia Pacific. 

About Barentz 

Barentz is a global provider of specialty ingredient solutions for the life sciences and performance materials sectors. We form strong partnerships with customers and principals to deliver high-quality ingredients, technical expertise in ingredient selection and application, and tailored services. Established in 1953, Barentz operates in over 70 countries through our network of laboratories, sourcing, and formulation centres across EMEA, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific. This enables us to serve more than 27,000 customers worldwide, with approximately 2,800 employees and a turnover of approximately €2.3 billion. Our commitment to responsible business practices has been recognised with a gold rating from EcoVadis®, placing us among the top 2% of companies assessed globally. Guided by our technical expertise, global reach, and commitment to partnership, we remain focused on what matters most: always a better solution. For more information, visit: www.barentz.com.