According to the latest filing from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Amvac, a subsidiary of American Vanguard Corporation (stock code: AVD), officially entered into a senior secured term loan agreement with the well-known investment institution Centerbridge Partners and trustee Wilmington Trust on March 13, 2026.

The signing of this financing agreement marks a significant progress for Amvac in optimizing its capital structure. The priority lien clause will provide lenders with higher asset repayment security, while the term loan format will help the company achieve medium- and long-term financial planning. Centerbridge Partners, as a globally leading private investment firm, further enhances market recognition of the professionalism of this transaction through its participation. This financing initiative is expected to strengthen Amvac's working capital reserves, providing strong support for subsequent business expansion and technology research and development. According to SEC disclosure requirements, the specific terms of the relevant agreement and details of the use of funds have been fully listed in the filing documents.