DKSH has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with Galaxy Surfactants, a leading manufacturer of specialty ingredients for the home and personal care industry, across Benelux, DACH, the Nordics and Baltics, and the United Kingdom. Leveraging its strong distribution network, technical capabilities, and service offering, DKSH will enhance growth opportunities for this strategic partnership across these key European markets.
Zurich, Switzerland, July 27, 2026 – DKSH’s Business Unit Performance Materials, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Galaxy Surfactants. DKSH will provide full-service distribution, marketing and sales, logistics, and technical support for Galaxy’s portfolio of specialty personal care ingredients across 16 key European markets, namely Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.
Galaxy Surfactants is a recognized global manufacturer and supplier of innovative specialty ingredients for the personal care and home care industries. Galaxy’s broad product range includes emollients, mild surfactants, polyquats, specialty preservative blends, sulfosuccinates, sunscreen agents and UV filter blends, surfactant blends, and syndets, marketed under Galaxy’s trademarked brands, such as Galsoft, GalHueShield, Galseer, Galguard, Galsilk, and Sparkle.
DKSH has been entrusted with growing Galaxy’s business in Europe, thanks to its extensive distribution network, knowledgeable commercial and technical teams, strong capabilities in logistics, and its valued services, including innovation, formulation, market research, and analysis.
Michelle Delac, Vice President, Global Personal Care Industry, Performance Materials, DKSH, commented: “This agreement marks an important step in our commitment to expand our specialty personal care portfolio in Europe. Galaxy Surfactants is a trusted global partner, and together, we will support customers with formulation development expertise, an omnichannel approach, service excellence, and end-to-end market expansion services. With DKSH’s unique combination of global connectivity and local roots, we are well positioned to bring Galaxy’s innovative products to customers across Europe.”
About Galaxy Surfactants
Established in 1980, Galaxy Surfactants Ltd. is a trusted strategic partner to leading Personal, Beauty, and Home Care brands worldwide. Guided by its core philosophy “Chemistry Creates Care,” the company believes responsible science can positively impact people, the planet, and progress. This philosophy is built on three pillars—Chemistry that drives expertise and trust, Creates that reflects co creation and innovation, and Care that underscores its commitment to well being, sustainability and green manufacturing practices. With over four decades of credibility, Galaxy’s refreshed identity represents a contemporary and future ready approach. The company delivers high performance, differentiated solutions across Mild Surfactants, Sunscreens, Preservatives, Conditioners, Syndet & Transparent Bar Bases and Surfactant Blends, supported by strong application experience and global patents. A global footprint including entities in Egypt, Europe, Mexico, and North America (TRI K Industries Inc.) enhances proximity to customers. Committed to sustainable development and societal impact, Galaxy continues to co create innovative, responsible chemistry for the future. www.galaxysurfactants.com
About DKSH
For more than 160 years, DKSH has been delivering growth for companies in Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America across its Business Units Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Performance Materials, and Technology. As a leading Market Expansion Services provider, DKSH offers sourcing, market insights, marketing and sales, e-commerce, distribution and logistics as well as after-sales services, following its purpose of enriching people’s lives. DKSH is a participant of the United Nations Global Compact and adheres to its principles-based approach to responsible business. Listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange, DKSH operates in 35 markets with 26,840 specialists, generating net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2025. DKSH Business Unit Performance Materials distributes specialty chemicals and ingredients for food, pharmaceutical, personal care, and various industrial applications. With 55 innovation centers and regulatory support worldwide, DKSH creates cutting-edge formulations that comply with local regulations. With around 1,830 specialists, the Business Unit generated net sales of CHF 1.4 billion in 2025. www.dksh.com/pm