Cupron partners with Palmer Holland to distribute copper-based antimicrobial additives, enhancing plastics’ performance, safety, durability, and sustainability across North America.
Cupron Performance Additives (Cupron) has officially announced a new and exclusive distribution agreement with Palmer Holland, one of North America’s leading distributors of specialty additives for the engineered materials sector. Under this agreement, Palmer Holland will distribute Cupron’s innovative copper-based antimicrobial and anti-odor technologies across a range of materials, including plastics, films, foams, and other polymeric systems, throughout North America. This collaboration significantly strengthens both companies’ market presence, as Cupron’s scientifically validated solutions align seamlessly with Palmer Holland’s best-in-class portfolio of specialty additives for plastics.
The partnership is designed to provide customers with immediate value, combining Palmer Holland’s extensive knowledge of engineered material applications with Cupron’s proven antimicrobial and anti-odor expertise. The technologies offered by Cupron are already well established in the marketplace, with a reputation for reliability and performance. With Palmer Holland now handling distribution, customers will benefit from easier access to sampling, purchasing, and technical support.
Chris Andrews, Chief Executive Officer of Cupron, emphasized the strong cultural and strategic alignment between the two companies. “We were drawn to Palmer Holland’s longstanding reputation for differentiated service and deep market expertise. Our extensive due diligence process only reaffirmed that this was the right partner for us,” Andrews stated. He further highlighted the shared vision and enthusiasm that both organizations brought to the table, thanking Palmer Holland’s leadership team—Vince Misiti, Tony Denton, and Jim Norris—for their stewardship and support in establishing the partnership.
From Palmer Holland’s perspective, the collaboration fits perfectly into its strategic approach. Jim Norris, Market Manager for Engineered Materials at Palmer Holland, explained that the company’s business model is designed to deliver exceptional value to both suppliers and customers. He noted that Cupron’s portfolio adds a unique dimension to their offering by introducing a technology that not only enhances product performance but also addresses pressing concerns in health, safety, and sustainability.
Cupron’s copper-based additives provide antimicrobial, biocidal, and antifungal protection while also supporting long-term product durability. This makes them ideal for a wide array of applications in plastics and adjacent industries. The technology contributes to consumer safety, extends product life, and reduces environmental impact—an increasingly important factor in today’s material markets.
Through this exclusive agreement, Palmer Holland will bridge Cupron’s innovation with leading compounders and masterbatch producers across North America. Together, the companies aim to enable the development of next-generation engineered materials that set higher standards in performance, durability, and environmental responsibility. This partnership marks a significant step toward shaping safer, more sustainable solutions for industries reliant on plastics and polymer-based products.
