Safic-Alcan, a major distributor of specialty chemicals worldwide, announces that it has acquired a majority stake in Anders, a regional specialty chemical distributor, leader in South America.

Misti Capital, the M&A Worldwide Partner in Peru, advised Anders in this transaction.

Established in 1964, Anders is now in its third generation under the leadership of Peter Anders Hornung. Headquartered in Lima, Peru, it also has offices in Bolivia, Ecuador, Chile, Colombia and Argentina, as well as operations in Uruguay and Paraguay. This footprint positions Anders as a truly pan–Latin American player and the perfect complement to Safic-Alcan’s existing operations in Brazil.

Anders distributes speciality chemicals, food ingredients, consumables, and equipment from leading global suppliers, serving a broad range of life science (Personal, Home Care and Hygiene; Pharmaceutical and Veterinary; Food and Nutrition) and industrial sectors (Coatings, Inks and Adhesives; Converting and Packaging; Construction and Asphalt; Plastics; Paper and Water Treatment, among others). With its solid market position and strong local expertise, Anders has established itself as a trusted partner for customers and suppliers throughout Latin America.