What Bochemie does

Bochemie a.s. is a privately held Czech chemical-energy group headquartered in Bohumín, Czech Republic, founded in 1904. The company manufactures specialty chemicals and energy storage systems across four business areas: (1) industrial batteries and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) under the GAZ ENERGY brand, including nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries — where Bochemie ranks among the world's largest producers — and lithium iron phosphate (LFP) energy storage systems for renewable integration, grid stabilization, and industrial UPS; (2) wood protection products under the Bochemit brand, with proprietary formulations against biotic pests, serving professional and DIY markets across Europe; (3) metal surface treatment chemicals under the FEROPUR brand for pickling stainless steels and alloys, plus zinc chloride for hot-dip galvanizing; and (4) cleaning and disinfectant products including private-label contract manufacturing for major consumer brands such as Unilever and Schülke.

The company operates two production sites (Bohumín, Czech Republic and GAZ Energy GmbH in Germany) and serves more than 2,200 customers across 120+ countries through direct enterprise sales, regional subsidiaries in Slovakia and Poland, and a long-standing strategic partnership with Ekomor in metal surface treatment. Customers span energy utilities, rail/maritime/aviation operators, telecommunications providers, oil and gas operators, nuclear power plants, steel mills and wire/tube manufacturers, professional cleaning companies, and heritage restoration specialists.

Bochemie generates revenue primarily through one-time hardware/chemical sales across its four product lines, with some recurring revenue from Ni-Cd battery replacement cycles and private-label manufacturing contracts. The company invests approximately 9% of revenue in R&D annually, holds multiple ISO certifications (9001, 14001, 13485), BRC Global Standard, Sedex SMETA, and has participated continuously in the Responsible Care program since 1997, positioning it as a compliance-heavy supplier to regulated industrial buyers. With 400+ employees and no external funding rounds disclosed, Bochemie operates as a stable, self-funded industrial group selectively expanding into higher-growth battery and BESS segments.

Name

Bochemie

Legal name

BOCHEMIE a.s.

Website

https://bochemie.cz

Company type

Private

Founded year

1904

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Bochemie a.s. is a privately held Czech chemical-energy group founded in 1904 that manufactures industrial batteries (Ni-Cd and LFP BESS), wood protection products, metal surface treatment chemicals, and cleaning/disinfectant products under the GAZ ENERGY, Bochemit, and FEROPUR brands, serving over 2,200 industrial and consumer-goods customers across 120+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Chemicals Manufacturing

NAICS

Battery Manufacturing (33591), Battery Manufacturing (335910)

akta.pro primary industry

Battery Modules & Packs (Industrial/Commercial pack assembly) (IMAGAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Battery Management Systems (BMS) & Safety Controls (EUAFAAAD), Battery Management Systems (BMS) & Pack Electronics Manufacturing (EUAFABAJ)

Keywords

• Specialty chemicals manufacturing
• Industrial battery systems
• Wood preservation chemicals
• Metal surface treatment
• Energy storage solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Bohumin

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Battery Systems & Energy Storage: Manufacturing and sale of nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) industrial batteries and lithium-ion (LFP) battery energy storage systems (BESS) under the GAZ ENERGY brand. Sold to industrial customers in energy, transportation, oil & gas, telecommunications, and nuclear sectors. Revenue is recurring through replacement cycles and new project wins.
2. Wood Protection Products (Bochemit): Sale of Bochemit-branded wood protection products (preventive, curative, anti-blue stain) for professional and hobby use. Distributed across Europe through distributors and direct sales. Brand recognized across European markets.
3. Metal Surface Treatment Chemicals: Sale of FEROPUR pickling solutions and zinc chloride flux to steel/metallurgy companies and hot-dip galvanizers. Includes recycling of waste zinc and pickling materials into new products.
4. Cleaning & Disinfectant Products / Private Label Manufacturing: Sale of proprietary cleaning and disinfectant products, plus contract manufacturing of private-label products for major consumer brands (Unilever, Schülke). Professional and household segments.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Bochemie a.s. is a Czech chemical-energy group that manufactures specialty chemicals and supplies battery energy storage systems across four business areas: (1) energy storage under the GAZ ENERGY brand (industrial Ni-Cd batteries and lithium-ion BESS), (2) wood protection under the Bochemit brand, (3) metal surface treatment under the FEROPUR brand (pickling of stainless steels and zinc chloride for hot-dip galvanizing), and (4) cleaning and disinfectant products including private-label manufacturing.

Product overview

Bochemie is a chemical-energy group that manufactures specialty chemicals and supplies modern technologies focused on energy storage. The company operates four main product areas: (1) Energy Storage under the GAZ ENERGY brand - providing lithium-ion battery systems and industrial Ni-Cd batteries; (2) Wood Protection under the Bochemit brand - products for treating wood against biotic pests; (3) Metal Surface Treatment under the FEROPUR brand - pickling technologies for stainless steel and alloys; and (4) Cleaning and Disinfectant Products - including Savor brand and private label manufacturing. The company also produces zinc chloride for hot-dip galvanizing processes. Founded in 1904, Bochemie serves over 2,200 customers across 120+ export countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bochemit: Wood protection products brand specializing in treatments for wood against biotic pests, including preventive protection, insect elimination, and anti-blue stain solutions for both professional and hobby use.
• GAZ ENERGY
• FEROPUR

Products and services

• GAZ ENERGY Battery Systems Large-capacity lithium-ion (LFP) battery energy storage systems (BESS) and industrial Ni-Cd batteries for renewable energy integration, grid stability, and critical infrastructure applications including trains, ships, aircraft, UPS systems, telecommunications, and nuclear power plants. Sold under the GAZ ENERGY brand via subsidiary GAZ Energy.
• Bochemit Wood Protection Proprietary wood protection products for treatment against biotic pests including preventive protection, insect elimination, and short-term protection against blue stain during storage and transport. Sold for both professional use and hobby applications; pan-European brand with 50+ years of market presence.
• FEROPUR Metal Surface Treatment Technology for pickling stainless steels and special alloys in reducing melt, used for scale and impurity removal without damaging the base metal, delivering a premium surface finish with long service life. Used by steel mills, wire and tube manufacturers globally.
• Hot-Dip Galvanizing Flux Solutions Zinc chloride used as a flux agent in hot-dip galvanizing processes, improving process efficiency. Bochemie also recycles waste from galvanizing and pickling operations (zinc ash, acidic pickling solutions) into zinc chloride for reuse, supporting circular economy practices.
• Cleaning and Disinfectant Products Special cleaning and disinfection products for household and professional segments, including specialized disinfection, professional cleaning, and home cleaning products. Holds dominant market positions in several European countries.
• Private Label Manufacturing Services Contract manufacturing services for private label cleaning and disinfectant products for major consumer brands including Unilever and Schülke. Provides formulation, production, and packaging under customer brands for household and professional segments.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% of Ni-Cd battery components are recyclable, contributing to circular economy goals
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• EkomorcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term strategic partnership with Ekomor (Czech Republic) for joint market development in metal surface treatment. Co-exhibit at Wire & Tube trade fair in Düsseldorf for over a decade. Combined offering: FEROPUR pickling chemistry from Bochemie paired with Ekomor's pickling equipment, providing complete surface treatment solutions to steel mills and wire/tube manufacturers globally.
• LogwinminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLogistics partner that collaborates with Bochemie and GAZ ENERGY in the Wings for Life World Run charity event. Bochemie participated as part of a joint team including Logwin, strengthening corporate social responsibility ties and brand visibility among logistics and supply chain professionals.
• Institut pro památky a kulturu (Institute for Monuments and Culture)minorGTM or Marketing Partner9-year ongoing partnership supporting professional care of historic wooden buildings in the Czech Republic. Bochemie provides Bochemit wood protection products; the Institute provides expertise and restoration projects, creating brand credibility in the heritage/preservation segment.
• GAZ Energy (GAZ GmbH)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGAZ Energy is a subsidiary (GAZ Energy a.s., IČ: 29396824) and the primary brand for Bochemie's battery and energy storage business. GAZ develops and manufactures LFP battery energy storage systems (BESS) and Ni-Cd batteries at its German facility, with Bochemie managing overall group strategy and marketing. Jiří from Bochemie ACCU business manages production transfer from GAZ to Bochemie as part of vertical integration.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Alcad: Specialised Ni-Cd battery manufacturer focused on industrial backup power, UPS, and rail. A focused direct peer to Bochemie's Ni-Cd product line serving similar safety-critical industrial customers.
• Saft (TotalEnergies): French industrial battery manufacturer producing Ni-Cd and lithium-ion cells and packs for rail, aviation, energy storage, telecom, and nuclear backup. The closest direct competitor to Bochemie's GAZ ENERGY Ni-Cd and LFP BESS portfolio.
• Obermeier (Kurt Obermeier GmbH & Co. KG): German specialty chemicals manufacturer focused on wood preservatives and protective treatments. A close direct competitor to Bochemit's Bochemit brand in European professional wood protection.
• EnerSys: US-listed global industrial battery maker with broad coverage including stationary power, rail, telecom, and motive power. Competes head-on with Bochemie's industrial battery and BESS offerings in rail, UPS, and telecom backup.

Broad incumbents

• CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology): World's largest LFP and NCM battery cell manufacturer, also building energy storage system integration. As the dominant upstream cell supplier, CATL shapes the cost and competitive landscape for Bochemie's LFP BESS business.
• AkzoNobel: Global paints, coatings, and specialty chemicals major with wood protection and industrial coatings lines. Competes with Bochemit's wood-protection formulations in European markets at much larger scale.
• Henkel: German specialty chemicals multinational with adhesives, sealants, and cleaning products. Adjacent competitor to Bochemie's cleaning/disinfectant and formulation businesses, with much broader global reach.
• LANXESS: German specialty chemicals company with metal treatment chemicals, surface finishing additives, and industrial process chemicals. Competes with Bochemie's FEROPUR pickling and zinc chloride flux products at much greater scale.
• BYD: Vertically integrated Chinese LFP battery, BESS, and EV company. Operates at massive scale in LFP cell production and grid-scale storage systems, posing a global benchmark and supply-chain competitor to GAZ ENERGY.
• East Penn Manufacturing: Privately-held North American battery manufacturer with extensive industrial, stationary, and motive power lines. Competes with Bochemie across industrial battery applications and has broader scale in North America.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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