Univar, PVS Chloralkali Announce New Hydrochloric Acid Agreement

Univar Solutions Inc. and PVS Chloralkali Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of PVS Chemicals Inc. (PVS), announced a new agreement where PVS will transfer railcars located in Ohio, Illinois and Virginia and sourcing agreements for Hydrochloric Acid (HCL) to Univar Solutions.

“This agreement further expands Univar Solutions’ large and robust network for its HCL business in North America,” said Joe Serna, vice president, bulk chemical distribution for Univar Solutions.

“We’re very pleased to increase our sourcing capabilities and logistics infrastructure to enhance our presence as a top HCL provider benefitting customers throughout North America.”

As part of the agreement Univar Solutions becomes a strategic provider of HCL for PVS, which is one of the largest managers of chlorides used in the production of finished steel throughout North America.

Univar Solutions’ network, supplier relationships, digital technology, technical expertise, and market knowledge help customers navigate dynamic market conditions and is expected to support this strategic alliance.

“PVS remains active and growing throughout all of its products and markets. This agreement strengthens PVS’s hydrochloric acid business by allowing the company to focus on where we maximize value for our customers,” said David Nicholson, president and CEO of PVS Chemicals, Inc.