Akkim
Akkim is a Turkish chemical manufacturer producing basic chemicals, water treatment chemicals, textile, paper, construction, and plastic additives, plus ultrafiltration membranes and epoxy resins, serving industrial B2B customers across 55 countries.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1976
- HeadquartersGumussuyu
- Headcount1,001–5,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Akkim does
Akkim is a privately held Turkish chemical manufacturer founded in 1977 and headquartered in Yalova, Turkey, producing a diversified portfolio that spans basic chemicals (chlorine-alkali, hydrogen peroxide, sodium percarbonate, sodium metabisulfite), persulfates, CMC, plastic additives, textile and paper chemicals, water treatment chemicals, construction chemicals, and ultrafiltration membrane systems under its Akualys sub-brand. The company operates approximately 600,000 tons of annual production capacity across facilities in Turkey, Romania, and Germany, and has built proprietary positions as Turkey's first domestic producer of epoxy resins and epichlorohydrin (using renewable raw materials at an EBRD-financed Yalova facility) and as a developer of advanced ultrafiltration membranes with 90% purification capability. Akkim serves industrial B2B customers across multiple verticals — including construction (e.g., Nuh Cement), food processing (e.g., Cargill), textiles, paper, plastics, and water treatment — through direct sales, a regional dealer network, and exports to 55 countries across 5 continents, with pricing negotiated contractually rather than via public lists. Following a sustained M&A track record (Akcoat 2014, Gizem Frit 2015, Dinox 2017, USK Kimya 2021 for $63 million) and the 2013 Akferal water-treatment joint venture with Feralco, Akkim was announced in February 2026 as the target of a CHF 220 million acquisition by Swiss specialty chemicals company Sika AG under its Strategy 2028, with closing expected in Q3 2026.
Akkim firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Akkim
- Legal name
- Akkim Kimya Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.
- Website
- https://akkim.com.tr
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1976
- Operating status
- Acquired
- Headcount range
- 1,001–5,000 employees
- Short description
- Akkim is a Turkish chemical manufacturer producing basic chemicals, water treatment chemicals, textile, paper, construction, and plastic additives, plus ultrafiltration membranes and epoxy resins, serving industrial B2B customers across 55 countries.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Akkim industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Chemicals
- NAICS
- Chemical Manufacturing (325), Basic Chemical Manufacturing (3251), Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing (325180), Cyclic Crude, Intermediate, and Gum and Wood Chemical Manufacturing (325194)
- SIC
- Industrial Inorganic Chemicals (2810), Chemicals & Allied Products (2800)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Chlor-Alkali & Derivatives (IMAEAAAC)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Water Treatment & Process Specialty Chemicals (IMAEABAN), Commodity Surfactants & Detergent Base Chemicals (IMAEAAAI), Industrial Wastewater Treatment Chemicals (IMAEAJAC), Biocides & Disinfection Chemicals (Non-Agricultural) (IMAEAJAL)
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Where Akkim is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Gumussuyu
Offices3 records
Markets served
Akkim business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Chemical Products Manufacturing and Sales: Akkim generates revenue through manufacturing and selling a wide range of chemical products including basic chemicals (chlorine-alkali, hydrogen peroxide, sodium percarbonate, sodium metabisulfite, sodium bisulfite), persulfates, CMC (carboxymethyl cellulose), plastic additives, textile chemicals, paper chemicals, water treatment chemicals, construction chemicals, and ultrafiltration solutions. The company also acquired adhesive and sealant manufacturing capabilities.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | B2B industrial pricing |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels3 records
Akkim product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Akkim manufactures and sells a broad range of industrial chemicals including basic chemicals (chlorine-alkali, hydrogen peroxide, sodium percarbonate, sodium metabisulfite, persulfates), CMC (carboxymethyl cellulose), plastic additives, textile chemicals, paper chemicals, water treatment chemicals, construction chemicals, epoxy resins, and ultrafiltration membrane systems for water treatment. The company produces approximately 600,000 tons annually at facilities in Yalova, Turkey and other locations, exporting to 55 countries.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Akcoat: Coatings and enamel products subsidiary
- Akualys
- Akkim Europe
- Akkim Silicones
Products and services
- Basic Chemicals (Temel Kimyasallar)
Quantifiable outcome
- 90% water purification capability with ultrafiltration technology
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Akkim
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments2 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Akkim technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
Akkim partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- Sika AGcoreSika AG, a Swiss specialty chemicals company, announced acquisition of Akkim for approximately CHF 220 million in February 2026. The acquisition aims to strengthen Sika's global adhesives and sealants business and expand presence in high-growth markets. Expected to close in Q3 2026.
- AkcoatcoreSubsidiary specializing in coating and enamel chemicals. Akkim acquired Akcoat to expand into enamel and frit market.
- AkferalcoreJoint venture with Feralco for water treatment chemical production. Established to serve industrial water treatment market with advanced solutions.
- Akkök HoldingcoreParent company group. Akkim operates as part of Akkök Holding's portfolio of companies including energy, real estate, and other industrial businesses.
- AkualyscoreSubsidiary specializing in ultrafiltration membrane technology for water and wastewater treatment applications.
- USK KimyacoreAcquired for $63 million in 2021 to expand chemical portfolio and production capacity.
- DinoxcoreGerman company acquired in 2017 as part of European expansion strategy.
Scale indicators8 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Akkim competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Sika AG: Swiss specialty chemicals leader in adhesives, sealants, and construction chemicals, and the announced acquirer of Akkim. Directly comparable because Sika is purchasing Akkim precisely to expand its construction-chemicals and specialty-chemicals footprint in high-growth markets, overlapping with Akkim's construction chemicals and epoxy resin capabilities.
- BASF SE: Global chemical major producing a broad range of basic, specialty, and industrial chemicals including chlor-alkali, hydrogen peroxide, and water treatment chemistries. Comparable to Akkim as a broad-line competitor across multiple of Akkim's product categories and end markets.
- Solvay SA: Belgian specialty chemicals producer with strong positions in soda ash, peroxides, and silica — directly overlapping with Akkim's hydrogen peroxide, sodium-based commodity chemicals, and specialty additives.
Direct peers
- Kemira Oyj: Finnish specialty chemicals company focused on water-intensive industries and water treatment chemicals. Highly comparable to Akkim's water chemicals and ultrafiltration (Akualys) business, and a useful benchmark for valuing a water-treatment-focused chemical platform.
- Lanxess AG: German specialty chemicals company with strong positions in inorganic chemicals, material protection, and water treatment applications. Comparable to Akkim's inorganic basic chemicals, biocides, and water treatment product lines.
- Arkema SA: French specialty materials company with leading positions in epoxy resins, adhesives, and advanced materials. Highly comparable to Akkim's epoxy resin manufacturing capability and the adhesives/sealants expansion thesis behind the Sika acquisition.
- Clariant AG: Swiss specialty chemicals company focused on industrial and consumer chemistry applications including water treatment and construction additives. Comparable to Akkim as a similarly sized, Swiss-adjacent specialty chemicals platform.
- Tronox Holdings: Global inorganic chemicals producer with electrolytic and other chemical operations serving water treatment, paper, and industrial markets. Comparable to Akkim's basic inorganic chemicals and chlor-alkali derivatives portfolio.
Regional players
- Hayat Kimya: Turkish conglomerate with major chemicals, hygiene, and FMCG operations. Comparable to Akkim as a large-scale Turkish chemical manufacturer competing for domestic market share and export channels.
- Ercros: Spanish basic and intermediate chemicals manufacturer with chlor-alkali, persulfates, and water treatment product lines. Comparable to Akkim in chlor-alkali derivatives and persulfate production for European export markets.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Akkim social profiles
Digital presenceAkkim financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Akkim leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Akkim subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries7 records
Akkim funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors1 record
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Akkim M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Akkim
What does Akkim do?
Akkim manufactures and sells a broad range of industrial chemicals including basic chemicals (chlorine-alkali, hydrogen peroxide, sodium percarbonate, sodium metabisulfite, persulfates), CMC (carboxymethyl cellulose), plastic additives, textile chemicals, paper chemicals, water treatment chemicals, construction chemicals, epoxy resins, and ultrafiltration membrane systems for water treatment. The company produces approximately 600,000 tons annually at facilities in Yalova, Turkey and other locations, exporting to 55 countries.
Is Akkim a public or private company?
Akkim is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently acquired.
When was Akkim founded?
Akkim was founded in 1976. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.
Where is Akkim based?
Akkim is headquartered in Gumussuyu.
How does Akkim make money?
One revenue line is on record: chemical Products Manufacturing and Sales.
Who are Akkim's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Sika AG, BASF SE and Solvay SA. Direct peers are Kemira Oyj, Lanxess AG, Arkema SA, Clariant AG and Tronox Holdings. Regional players are Hayat Kimya and Ercros.
Does Akkim have an API?
No public API is recorded for Akkim.
What industry is Akkim in?
Akkim's product category is Industrial Chemicals. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAEAAAC, Chlor-Alkali & Derivatives, with a secondary code of IMAEABAN, Water Treatment & Process Specialty Chemicals. Its NAICS code is 325 and its SIC code is 2810.