Bjørn Thorsen, a leading European distributor of specialty chemicals, is pleased to announce an expanded partnership with Silysiamont for the Baltic countries, the European specialist in synthetic silica. Silysia® micronized silica matting agents, will now also be available in the Baltics and strengthens the portfolio in Bjørn Thorsen’s key regional markets.

Building on years of successful collaboration, this expansion ensures that customers in the coatings, inks and performance materials have enhanced access to high-performance matting solutions. Silysia® products are world renowned for their exceptional matting efficiency, high clarity, and superior surface smoothness. The Silysia® range is manufactured with a focus on consistency and technical excellence, addressing the growing demand for high-quality finishes in industrial, wood, and decorative coatings. By leveraging Bjørn Thorsen’s extensive technical expertise and local laboratory support, customers can optimize their formulations using these advanced silica technologies.

Silysiamont is a leading Italian manufacturer specialized in the production of amorphous silica. Founded in 2000 as a joint venture between the Japanese company Fuji Silysia Chemical Ltd and Radarchim SpA, the company produces a wide range of micronized synthetic silica marketed under the globally recognized SYLYSIA® brand.

From its facilities in Italy, Silysiamont serves the EMEA market, providing high-performance solutions across a diverse range of application fields. These include specialized matting agents for coatings (wood, leather, coil, and UV systems), additives for ink-overprint and inkjet paper, anti-blocking agents for plastic films, and high-purity solutions for food and cosmetics. Additionally, Silysiamont's< versatile silica technology supports industries such as adhesives, paper, catalyst supports, and chromatography. By integrating over 50 years of Japanese technical innovation with European manufacturing excellence, the company delivers high-purity, sustainable chemical solutions tailored to global industrial requirements.