Barentz expands distribution partnership with Corum in Malaysia and Singapore

Singapore, February 3.  Barentz, a leading global specialty ingredients solution provider, is pleased to announce a new distribution agreement with Corum, a renowned ingredient manufacturer of high-performance ingredients for the cosmetics, personal care, and pharmaceutical industries. Effective immediately, Barentz distributes Corum’s advanced portfolio of anti-aging peptides, protective vitamin C derivative, cooling agents, and actives for anti-dandruff, anti-hair loss, and anti-acne solutions in Malaysia and Singapore. 

This strategic partnership marks a significant expansion of Barentz's offerings in the Asia Pacific region, reinforcing the company's dedication to providing innovative, science-backed personal care solutions tailored to market needs. 

Building on a successful collaboration for personal care ingredients in the US and Canada, the extended agreement reflects the strong synergy between the two companies. Corum’s unique product portfolio is supported by continuous research, clinical testing, and a commitment to the highest standards of efficacy and quality.  

“We are excited about the expansion of our partnership with Barentz, leveraging their strong market presence and customer connections while exploring cross-border business opportunities,” said Peimin Lee, President at Corum. “We are committed to developing innovative products with proven efficacy to meet the evolving market needs. Barentz’s mission to deliver innovative and sustainable ingredients perfectly aligns with our goals, making them an ideal partner for this next chapter.”  

Jacqueline Hoe, Vice President Personal & Home Care Asia Pacific at Barentz, added: “Innovation and scientific excellence are at the core of Corum’s expertise in molecular cosmetics and biotechnology. Their robust clinical research and focus on sustainability make them a natural fit for our strategy of offering customers high-quality, forward-thinking solutions. We are proud to partner with Corum to deliver these advanced ingredients to the market, continuing our mission of delivering 'always a better solution.’”  

Barentz has been rapidly expanding its presence in the Asia Pacific region, now operating in 10 countries and serving 4000+ customers across diverse market segments. With over 70 years of industry expertise, Barentz continues to build strong partnerships and provide value-driven solutions to its partners worldwide.