PQ and ADDITIVA Produtos Químicos announce partnership for the distribution of Silicas and Silicates in Brazil

SÃO PAULO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PQ, a world leading manufacturer of silicas, silicates and derivatives, and ADDITIVA Produtos Químicos, a Brazilian distributor with more than 15 years of experience in the commercialization of industrial chemicals, are pleased to announce a strategic partnership that commenced February 1, 2025. This collaboration aims to expand PQ's business in Brazil through ADDITIVA's technical and commercial expertise in the commercialization of specialty chemicals.

PQ's silica products, marketed under the brand name GASIL,^® are used in a wide variety of industrial processes and in a variety of consumer products, from paints and coatings to building and construction.

"ADDITIVA looks for partnerships that add value to customers and are synergistic with our current portfolio. We are proud to be trusted by PQ. Customers will benefit from easy access to PQ's high-quality and high-performance products, through our efficient logistics structure, specialized technical and commercial support and a wide variety of chemical solutions," said Marcos Bresolin, CEO of ADDITIVA Produtos Químicos.

"ADDITIVA's experience in the Brazilian market and its commitment to quality and customer service align perfectly with our goals. We are excited about this partnership with ADDITIVA," said João Teodoro Frutuoso, Business Manager, South America at PQ.

About ADDITIVA

Distributor of specialty chemicals that operates in several industrial segments, ranging from paints and coatings, civil construction, leather and textile, ceramics, metalworking, agrochemicals, HPC, compostable biopolymers to filaments and photocurable resins for 3D printing. It has three distribution centers that are located in Cachoeirinha - RS, Guarulhos - SP and Itajaí - SC, in addition to its administrative headquarters in Porto Alegre - RS, regional office in São Paulo - SP and its extensive sales team distributed throughout the Brazilian territory.

About PQ

With headquarters in Malvern, Pennsylvania PQ is a leading global provider of silicates, silicas and derivative products. PQ’s products are found in a wide variety of industries and many aspects of everyday life, from decorative paints to green cement, from clean drinking water to green tires and from toothpaste to aiding in the production of biofuels and beer. Supported by 1,500 employees across 30 facilities in 13 countries, PQ serves more than 900 customers around the world.

Through its global network of 30 facilities, PQ provides best-in-class product offerings that support a broad range of end uses including silica and chemical manufacturing; paints and coatings; purification, construction and drilling; and personal care, nutrition, and food and beverage.