Rohm and Haas acquires Finndisp

Rohm and Haas Co. has completed the acquisition of Finndisp, the polymer dispersions division of OY Focit AB for €60 million. Finndisp, based in Hanko, Finland, makes water-based emulsions used in the manufacture of paint, coatings, lacquers and adhesives. The company’s portfolio includes low temperature, high performance products specifically designed for use in Northern Europe and the Commonwealth of Ind­ependent States. The acquisition also includes two plants–one in Hanko, and another under construction in Ramenskoye, Russia. These will become part of a network of more than 30 plants worldwide.