Univar Solutions Acquisition Expands Access to Specialty Additives and Raw Materials
Univar Solutions, a global distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, has acquired H.M. Royal, a U.S. distributor of specialty raw materials and additives for rubber, plastics, adhesives, sealants, coatings, and other industrial applications.
According to the companies, the acquisition is intended to provide customers with broader access to specialty products, technical expertise, logistics resources, and digital tools while maintaining the service and supplier relationships associated with H.M. Royal.
H.M. Royal offers more than 1,000 chemical grades and serves markets including transportation, electronics, medical, construction, agriculture, mining, and industrial manufacturing. The company operates 10 warehouses across the United States and provides inventory management, repackaging, and flexible delivery options.
For manufacturers and formulators, the combination may improve access to specialized additives and raw materials while strengthening supply continuity across key U.S. regions. Univar Solutions stated that H.M. Royal’s established presence on the East and West Coasts will complement its broader national distribution and logistics network.
Matthew Oliver, Senior Vice President of Performance Materials at Univar Solutions, said the acquisition is intended to expand collaboration and support applications where consistency, processing performance, and reliable supply are important.
Joseph Royal, President of H.M. Royal, said the transaction will allow the company to build on its existing customer relationships and technical expertise while gaining access to Univar Solutions’ broader resources.
Source: Univar Solutions / H.M. Royal