Gett™ Products Select ChemPoint as Exclusive Distributor of Professional Cleaning Products in the United States and Canada

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., July 20, 2020 /CNW/ -- ChemPoint, a subsidiary of Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR) ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a global chemical and ingredient distributor and provider of value-added services, announced today that Gett Products has chosen ChemPoint as the new distributor of Gett's Professional Series of cleaning products. Under the terms of the agreement, ChemPoint, a Univar Solutions company, will market, sell, and distribute Gett detergents and cleansers, extending the Gett footprint in the professional cleaning market across North America.

Gett™ Products Selects ChemPoint as Exclusive Distributor of Professional Cleaning Products in the United States and Canada

Gett professional cleaners, which are made in the U.S.A., are biodegradable and phosphate-free, and are a new addition to ChemPoint's already expansive portfolio. With the Gett professional laundry, kitchen, and everyday use cleaning series, ChemPoint expects to provide consistent lead times, supply, and a broad range of specialized packages for customers with commercial and industrial end applications.

"The partnership between ChemPoint and Gett Products is a perfect fit, as both companies are focused on expediting growth by disrupting a stagnant industry," said Rick Hoener, global managing director for ChemPoint. "Using innovative technology and focusing on digital modernization, we expect to change the go-to market strategy and revolutionize customer engagement. Our team is incredibly excited to expand our specialty consumable product portfolio, provide best in class service, and a dedicated supply chain for this market."

Evan Gettinger, co-founder of Gett™ Products said, "Our aim is to reach and relate to a new generation of professional cleaners around the world, faster, who are connected by the joy of cleaning and clean spaces. To do that, we needed to find a partner agile enough to integrate proven distribution models with modern marketing techniques and data analytics. ChemPoint shares our vision and has the unique combination of capabilities to help make this a reality."

About Univar Solutions
Univar Solutions (NYSE: UNVR) is a leading global specialty chemical and ingredient distributor representing a premier portfolio from the world's leading producers. With the industry's largest private transportation fleet and North American sales force, unparalleled logistics know-how, deep market and regulatory knowledge, world-class formulation and recipe development, and leading digital tools the company is well-positioned to offer tailored solutions and value-added services to a wide range of markets, industries, and applications. Univar Solutions is committed to helping customers and suppliers innovate and grow together. Learn more at UnivarSolutions.com.

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