SE Tylose has appointed GMZ and EW Kaufmann as regional distributor partners for the Tylose product line of cellulose ethers.  The complete portfolio of  Methyl & Hydroxyethyl cellulose ether grades as they relate to paint polymerization and other industrial markets (excludes personal care / HI&I) will be managed by EW Kaufmann in the Northeast and by GMZ in the Midwest and Ohio Valley.

In the CASE market, GMZ and EW Kaufmann join the other two divisions of KODA Distribution Group, namely Ribelin Sales and P. T. Hutchins in representing SE Tylose.  KODA Construction Solutions will continue to represent SE Tylose nationally for the Construction market.

Dan Gruber, president of KODA CASE said, “We are excited to expand our current relationship with SE Tylose and look forward to growing their market share.  Tylose complements our existing product portfolio in the CASE market and provides our customers with the highest quality products and performance they demand.”

Hiroshi Jomori, general manager, SE Tylose USA, emphasized “The value the technical sales expertise and strong regional relationships that these organizations offer. ”

SE Tylose USA is an affiliate of SE Tylose GmbH, Germany Shin-Etsu Chemical Co, Ltd group and is located in Plaquemine, LA.