The drugmaker entered into an asset purchase agreement with an affiliate of New Mountain Capital, an investment firm. Under the agreement, Aceto will sell its chemicals business for $338 million in cash, plus assumption of liabilities.
In addition, Aceto intends to enter into a stalking-horse agreement for its subsidiary, Rising Pharmaceuticals.
Aceto will continue operations as it works to sell its assets.
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