H.B. Fuller Sells Surfactants, Thickeners and Dispersants Business
MILWAUKEE – H.B. Fuller Co. has signed an agreement to sell its surfactants, thickeners and dispersants business to Tiarco LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Textile Rubber and Chemical Co. Inc., for $71 million. Grace Matthews advised H.B. Fuller on the transaction.
H.B. Fuller acquired the surfactants, thickeners and dispersants business through its acquisition of Royal Adhesives & Sealants in 2017. The business’ products include thickeners used in carpet, floor coatings, adhesive and caulk formulations, as well as surfactants used as detergents, wetting agents, and foam boosters in beauty and healthcare products.