Barentz International, a global specialty ingredients solution provider, has acquired Anshul Life Sciences Group, gaining ground in the Indian market.WHO: Established in 1978, Anshul Life Sciences is known as a leading distributor of specialty ingredients in India, catering to pharmaceutical, food, beverages and nutraceutical, personal care, and performance material markets. The company operates a customer and principal focused business model and is known for its premium products and services to Pharma, Personal Care, Health & Nutrition, Beverage, Agro and many other industry segments. Anshul Life Sciences is headquartered in Mumbai and has offices across India.WHY: The acquisition will further strengthen Barentz’ position in India, creating a leading life science distribution platform and is expected to open a realm of strategic opportunities for growth across the country and the broader Asia Pacific region.Barentz is a leading global specialty ingredients solution provider. The company sources branded specialty ingredients from leading manufacturers worldwide and its ingredient experts provide value-added technical support that includes pre-mixing, blending, ingredient formulation, and ingredient testing from its state-of-the-art, customized formulation centers and application laboratories in EMEA, Americas, and Asia-Pacific. Established in 1953, Barentz has operations in more than 70 countries with a strong presence in Europe and North America, and a rapidly growing network in Latin America and Asia-Pacific. With a turnover of €2.4 billion, the company employs around 2,700 people worldwide and serves over 27,000 customers.