Press Release

February 05, 2026

Evonik Coating Additives announces streamlined distribution network for the U.S. and Canada

Evonik Coating Additives announced a streamlined distribution network for its products for the coatings and inks industry across the United States and Canada, effective May 1, 2026.

  • Evonik Coating Additives streamlines North American distribution effective May 1, 2026.
  • New U.S. partners strengthen regional coverage and support.
  • Andicor Specialty Chemicals named exclusive distributor for Canada.

Piscataway, U.S. Evonik Coating Additives announced a streamlined distribution network for its products for the coatings and inks industry across the United States and Canada, effective May 1, 2026.

This strategic enhancement is part of Evonik Coating Additives ongoing commitment to strengthen its presence in the region and ensure exceptional service, technical support for customers and partners as well as supply security.

Under the new distribution structure for the United States, Evonik Coating Additives has appointed:

  • Dorset & Jackson Inc. – West Coast
  • Palmer Holland Inc. – Upper Midwest / Great Lakes Region
  • Chem-Materials Inc. – East Coast and Gulf States

In Canada, distribution will be consolidated under:

  • Andicor Specialty Chemicals – National Coverage

“With this optimized distributor network, Evonik Coating Additives is reinforcing its dedication to providing the highest level of service and technical expertise to our customers and partners,” said Michael Zink, Vice President & General Manager Americas at Evonik Coating Additives. “Our selected partners bring strong regional presence, deep market knowledge, and a commitment to excellence. This new structure will allow us to serve our customers effectively and efficiently.”

Evonik’s focus remains on delivering innovative additive technologies and providing agile, customer-centric support throughout North America.

Evonik Coating Additives offers a broad portfolio of solutions for coatings and inks, including additives for waterborne, radiation-curable, and solvent-borne systems, as well as inkjet and printing inks.

Evonik: Leading beyond chemistry

Evonik goes beyond the boundaries of chemistry with its combination of innovative strength and leading technological expertise. The global chemical company, headquartered in Essen, Germany, is active in more than 100 countries and generated sales of €15.2 billion and earnings (adjusted EBITDA) of €2.1 billion in 2024. The common motivation of the approximately 32,000 employees: to provide customers with a decisive competitive advantage with tailor-made products and solutions as a superforce for industry, thereby improving people's lives. In all markets. Every day.

About Custom Solutions

The Custom Solutions segment focuses on innovation-driven, tailor-made solutions for customers in specific growth markets. These solutions include additives for coatings, adhesives and sealants, polyurethane foams and lubricants, catalysts, and ingredients for the cosmetics, cleaning and pharmaceutical industries. In 2024, the segment generated sales of €5.7 billion with around 7,000 employees.

Disclaimer

In so far as forecasts or expectations are expressed in this release or where our statements concern the future, these forecasts, expectations or statements may involve known or unknown risks and uncertainties. Actual results or developments may vary, depending on changes in the operating environment. Neither Evonik Industries AG nor its group companies assume an obligation to update the forecasts, expectations or statements contained in this release.