Croda, which uses smart science to create high performance ingredients and technologies that improve lives, agreed to acquire Alban Muller, a provider of natural and botanical ingredients for the global beauty industry, for €25m. "The acquisition of Alban Muller enhances Croda's position as a world leader in natural and botanical actives, helping us meet the increasing demand from customers looking for ingredients of natural origin to improve the sustainability profile of their products," Steve Foots, Croda CEO.