Brenntag (OTCMKTS:BNTGF) is a global chemical distribution company headquartered in Essen, Germany. Founded in Berlin in 1874, the company connects chemical manufacturers with industrial and commercial customers by sourcing, storing, blending, formulating and distributing a broad range of chemical products.
The company supplies industrial and specialty chemicals used in industries such as water treatment, food and nutrition, pharmaceuticals, personal care, coatings, construction, energy and manufacturing. In addition to chemical distribution, Brenntag provides services including supply-chain management, technical support, formulation, mixing and repackaging.
Brenntag serves customers and suppliers across Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East and Africa. Its business is organized around industrial chemicals and specialty chemicals, with local facilities and distribution networks supporting customers in numerous markets.
Christian Kohlpaintner has served as Brenntag’s chief executive officer since 2020. The company is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, while its shares also trade in the over-the-counter market in the United States under the symbol BNTGF.