New Jersey, United States of America December 20, 2024 – DKSH’s Business Unit Performance Materials, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, has a long-standing reputation for excellence in the global supply chain industry. The “Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) Responsible Distribution™ verification and Certificate of Sustainability” reaffirms DKSH’s commitment to expertise, stewardship, and professionalism to achieve the highest quality, safety, and sustainability in the industrial specialties and life science industry.
The certifications verify compliant facilities based on guiding principles that include strict adherence to laws and regulations, as well as collaboration with stakeholders to develop responsible practices that protect the community, workplace, and environment. Participation offers benefits, such as insight to methods that help to mitigate the risk of safety and environmental incidents, the promotion of safer and more socially responsible business practices, improved communication with local communities, and continuous progress in sustainability and innovation, all while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Eric R. Byer, ACD President and CEO, commented: “Responsible distribution is critical to the chemical distribution industry’s ability to safely deliver more than 500 million tons of essential ingredients every year. Through their successful verification, DKSH has committed to the continuous improvement of the chemical distribution industry’s responsible management and handling of chemicals that ensure ACD members effectively support industries the USA relies on most, like agriculture, healthcare, oil and gas, manufacturing equipment, and many others.”
Tim Fetters, Head of Country Management, DKSH USA, commented: “The ‘ACD Responsible Distribution™ Verification and Certificate of Sustainability’ reflect our unwavering commitment to upholding the highest safety standards, environmental responsibility, and regulatory compliance in our operations. These important recognitions, granted only to companies that meet the most rigorous criteria, highlights our dedication to fostering safer, more sustainable business practices, enhancing community relations, and ensuring continuous improvement, strengthening our position as a trusted partner in the industry.”
About DKSH
DKSH’s purpose is to enrich people’s lives. For almost 160 years, DKSH has been delivering growth for companies in Asia and beyond across its Business Units Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Performance Materials, and Technology. As a leading Market Expansion Services provider, DKSH offers sourcing, market insights, marketing and sales, eCommerce, distribution and logistics as well as after-sales services. DKSH is a participant of the United Nations Global Compact and adheres to its principles-based approach to responsible business. Listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange, DKSH operates in 36 markets with 29,040 specialists, generating net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2023. DKSH Business Unit Performance Materials distributes specialty chemicals and ingredients for food, pharmaceutical, personal care, and various industrial applications. With 53 innovation centers and regulatory support worldwide, DKSH creates cutting-edge formulations that comply with local regulations. With around 1,600 specialists, the Business Unit generated net sales of CHF 1.4 billion in 2023. www.dksh.com/pm
