IMCD to acquire Dong Yang FT to strengthen position in beauty and personal care in South Korea

Rotterdam, The Netherlands (16 October 2025) –IMCD N.V. ("IMCD" or "Company"), a global leading partner for the distribution and formulation of speciality chemicals and ingredients, has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in Dong Yang FT Corp. ("Dong Yang FT").Founded in 2009 and based in Seoul, South Korea, Dong Yang FT is a distributor of high-quality cosmetic ingredients, working with cosmetic manufacturers across the beauty and personal care sector. With a team of 14...

Rotterdam, 16/10/2025 (informazione.news - comunicati stampa - industria)

IMCD N.V. ("IMCD" or "Company"), a global leading partner for the distribution and formulation of speciality chemicals and ingredients, has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in Dong Yang FT Corp. ("Dong Yang FT").

Founded in 2009 and based in Seoul, South Korea, Dong Yang FT is a distributor of high-quality cosmetic ingredients, working with cosmetic manufacturers across the beauty and personal care sector. With a team of 14 people and an R&D laboratory, Dong Yang FT puts supplier and customer satisfaction at the heart of its business, building sustainable partnerships and responding quickly to market trends.

In 2024, Dong Yang FT reported revenues of KRW 55.3 billion (EUR ~34 million).

The acquisition will help IMCD strengthen its presence in South Korea and broaden its product offering for the beauty and personal care markets. South Korea is one of the most innovative and largest beauty and personal care markets in the world, as well as a global exporter of beauty products and a recognised trendsetter.

, Managing Director of IMCD in South Korea, commented: “ ”

“ ,” said , Founder and CEO of Dong Yang FT. “ .”

The transaction is subject to customary (regulatory) closing conditions and is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026.

- xxx-

IMCD, based in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, is a leading global partner for the distribution and formulation of speciality chemicals and ingredients. IMCD is an expert solutions provider and adds sustainable value to the supply chain. Every day professionals focus on providing the best service through commercial and operational excellence. The company is mindful of the role they play in creating a better planet for all and formulates with consciousness and executes with care, to address business challenges of tomorrow, in partnership and transparency.

In 2024, with over 5,100 employees, IMCD realised revenues of EUR 4,728 million. IMCD N.V.’s shares are traded at Euronext Amsterdam (symbol: IMCD) and included in the Dutch ESG AEX index, as one of 25 companies within the AEX and AMX indices demonstrating best ESG practices.

For further information, please visit http://www.imcdgroup.com

Muriel Werlé
Corporate Communications Director
+31 10 290 86 14
mediarelations@imcdgroup.com

Tosca Holtland
Head of Investor Relations
+31 10 290 86 53
ir@imcdgroup.com

Attachment