LBI Food Enzymes Expands Distribution Partnership with Brenntag

Lallemand Bio-Ingredients Food Enzymes Expands Exclusive Distribution Partnership with Brenntag into North America.

Brenntag, the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, announced today an additional expansion of the exclusive business collaboration with Lallemand Bio-Ingredients Food Enzymes in North America. Through this expanded agreement, Lallemand- whose Nutrilife® baking enzyme range is renowned for its ease of use, high performance and formulation flexibility, will join efforts with Brenntag Nutrition & Food to deliver commercial and technical expertise and direct access to a comprehensive and growing baking enzyme portfolio to Brenntag’s U.S. and Canada customers.

Lallemand is a leading global provider of fermentation-based enzymes for the food industry. The company emphasizes clean-label and sustainable innovation, serving applications in baking, plant-based foods and other functional food systems. Brenntag originally began its exclusive collaboration with Lallemand in 2024, covering Europe.

Kevin Hack, Regional President Nutrition North America, Brenntag Specialties, commented: “We are thrilled to announce our new collaboration with Lallemand in North America, designed specifically to bring cutting-edge enzyme innovations to the baking industry. By integrating these advanced solutions into our portfolio, we aim to better support our customers in creating more sustainable, functional and high-quality baked goods.”

“Our expanded partnership with Brenntag offers a strategic platform to extend Lallemand’s baking enzyme innovations to a wider customer base. With Brenntag’s robust distribution network and technical support, combined with our century-long expertise in fermentation and microorganisms, this collaboration is a natural synergy. Together, we aim to deliver high-performing, user-friendly solutions driven by global innovation and tailored to local needs,” added Lars Asferg, President, Lallemand Bio-Ingredients.

About Lallemand :

Lallemand is a privately owned global enterprise headquartered in Canada, specializing in the development, production, and commercialization of microorganisms and their derivatives. With over 100 years of fermentation expertise, Lallemand delivers microbiological solutions across industries including food and beverage, health, and biofuels. Its Bio-Ingredients division offers premium, sustainable solutions, such as enzymes, yeasts, and specialty ingredients, for food applications worldwide.

About Brenntag:

Brenntag is the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution. The company holds a central role in connecting customers and suppliers of the chemical industry. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, Brenntag has more than 18,100 employees worldwide and operates a network of around 600 sites in more than 70 countries. In 2024, Brenntag generated sales of 16.2 billion EUR. The two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, provide a diversified and broad portfolio of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients as well as tailor-made application, marketing and supply chain solutions, technical and formulation support, comprehensive regulatory know-how, and digital solutions for a wide range of industries. Brenntag pursues an ambitious sustainability agenda and is committed to sustainable solutions in its own sector and the industries served. Brenntag shares have been listed at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2010, in the DAX since September 2021. In addition, the Brenntag SE shares are listed in the DAX 30 ESG and DAX ESG Target. For more information, visit www.brenntag.com.

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