OMNOVA Solutions, a leading global specialty chemicals provider, announced the geographic expansion of Gulf Coast Chemical as OMNOVA’s distributor for the U.S. Southeastern territories. Gulf Coast Chemical is headquartered in Tampa, Florida and is a distributor of a wide range of products for the coatings, adhesives, plastics, personal care, rubber, construction, and floor care industries.  
The company has over 55 years experience in supplying quality raw materials to America's manufacturers and compounders.  
The southeastern territories include the following new regions:  North Carolina, South Carolina, and Eastern Tennessee.  Gulf Coast Chemical had previously supported OMNOVA in Florida.  
“We are extremely pleased to have expanded our business relationship with Gulf Coast Chemical,” said Chip Norcross, Director of Sales, OMNOVA Solutions Specialty Chemicals - Americas. “This new partnership will help us serve our valued customers, as well as significantly build and strengthen our presence in the U.S.”