Cederroth Intressenter AB

What Cederroth Intressenter AB does

Cederroth Intressenter AB, legally operating as Orkla Wound Care AB, is a Swedish-headquartered (Solna) manufacturer and distributor of workplace first-aid products, owned by the Norwegian conglomerate Orkla Group through its Orkla Health division. The company traces its operations to 1890 and serves approximately 101-250 employees, supplying B2B customers across at least nine European markets (Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, France, Germany, Netherlands, Poland, plus a global storefront).

Its product portfolio centers on wall-mounted First Aid Stations and Eye Wash Stations as the primary infrastructure, with a broader ecosystem of consumables: buffered Eye Wash (proprietary pH-neutralizing, phosphate-free formula for alkali/acid splashes), self-adhering adhesive-free Soft Foam Bandage, the 4-in-1 Bloodstopper universal dressing, Burn Gel and Burn Gel Dressings, blue and X-ray detectable Salvequick plasters for food-industry compliance, plaster and wound-care dispensers, mobile First Aid Kits in multiple sizes, protective accessories (breathing masks, emergency blankets), and signage/bracket accessories. Products are designed so no prior first-aid training is required to use them.

Cederroth monetizes primarily through unit-priced hardware sales (e.g., First Aid Station ~EUR 239.50, Eye Wash Station ~EUR 194.00, First Aid Kit X-Large ~EUR 228.30, plus lower-priced consumables) distributed via a retailer/distributor network and direct online sales through multi-language storefronts. The go-to-market is sales-led and segmented by vertical — Construction, Manufacturing, Restaurant & Food, Warehouse & Logistics, and School & Office — with vertical-specific solution pages, blue/X-ray detectable offerings for food safety, and recurring refill revenue tied to the installed base of dispensers and stations.

Name

Cederroth Intressenter AB

Legal name

Orkla Wound Care AB

Website

https://cederroth.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1890

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Cederroth Intressenter AB, a Swedish subsidiary of Orkla Group operating as Orkla Wound Care AB, manufactures and distributes workplace first-aid stations, buffered eye wash, plasters, burn products, and soft foam bandages to B2B customers across construction, manufacturing, food, warehouse/logistics, and office verticals in European markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Workplace First Aid Products

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113), Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (33911)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

First Aid & Wound Care (Bandages, Dressings, Antiseptics, Burn Care) (CRADAMAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Medical & Hygiene Disposables (Underpads, Disposable Washcloths, Bed Bath Products) (CRADALAK), Protective Disposable Wear (Masks, Gloves, Shoe Covers, Hairnets) (CRADALAJ)

Keywords

• Workplace first aid
• First aid stations
• Eye wash solutions
• Burn care products
• Plaster dispensers

Headquarters

HQ city

Solna

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. First Aid Products Sales: Sale of first aid products including stations, eye wash solutions, plasters, burn products, bandages, and first aid kits to businesses and organizations across multiple industries.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Cederroth manufactures and distributes workplace first aid products including wall-mounted First Aid Stations and Eye Wash Stations, portable First Aid Kits (Small, Medium, Large, X-Large), burn care products (Burn Gel Dressings, Burn Gel, Burn Cover), Salvequick plasters, Soft Foam Bandages, 4-in-1 Bloodstoppers, and supporting accessories such as dispensers, breathing masks, and safety signage. The products are designed for use in workplaces across construction, manufacturing, food/restaurant, warehouse/logistics, and office/school environments, with specialized blue detectable variants for the food industry.

Product overview

Cederroth Intressenter AB offers a comprehensive first aid product portfolio under the Orkla Group. The product line centers on wall-mounted First Aid Stations and Eye Wash Stations as the primary infrastructure, complemented by portable First Aid Kits (Small, Medium, Large, X-Large) and specialized Burn Kits. The portfolio includes extensive plaster offerings under the Salvequick brand (Textile, Plastic, Blue Detectable, X-Ray Detectable, Sensitive, Fingertip, and Finger Bandage variants), Soft Foam Bandages in multiple sizes and colors (Beige, Blue, Black), and burn treatment products including Burn Gel, Burn Gel Dressings, and Burn Covers. Supporting products include Bloodstoppers (4-in-1 and Mini), Eye Wash solutions, Protection Kits, Breathing Masks, Emergency Blankets, Wound Cleansers, Elastic Bandages, and Net Dressings. The ecosystem includes various dispensers (Plaster Dispensers, Wound Care Dispensers), wall brackets and mounting accessories, and safety signage. Products are designed for industries including construction, manufacturing, restaurants/food, warehousing, schools, and offices, with specialized blue detectable products for food industry environments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cederroth First Aid Station Wall-mounted first aid station with integrated Soft Foam Bandage Dispenser, plaster dispensers, Burn Gel Dressings, and Bloodstoppers for comprehensive workplace first aid coverage.
• Eye Wash Station Wall-mounted station with two buffered Eye Wash bottles (500ml each) that automatically open when twisted from brackets, plus integrated plaster dispenser.
• First Aid Kits (Small, Medium, Large, X-Large) Portable first aid kits in multiple sizes ranging from compact nylon kit with belt attachment to large robust hard plastic case with comprehensive supplies including breathing mask, gloves, burn gel dressings, bloodstoppers, plasters, bandages, cold pack, and cleansing spray.
• Cederroth Wound Care Dispenser Wall-mounted dispenser containing Soft Foam Bandage Blue, wound wipes, and various plasters for treating minor wounds; complement to First Aid Station.
• Eye Wash Buffered Solution Buffered Eye Wash (500ml bottles) that neutralizes eye pH against alkali and acid splashes; 100% phosphate-free formula with 4.5 year shelf life. Available in 2-pack and Pocket Model variants.
• Burn Gel Dressing Water-based (>96% water) gel burn dressing providing rapid cooling and pain relief for burns, with 5 year shelf life.
• Burn Gel 100 ml Water-based burn gel in aerosol dispenser for minor burns, scalds, and sunburn with quick cooling and pain relief.
• Burn Cover Blue hydrogel burn plaster for minor burns and abrasions, watertight and sterile, suitable for food handling environments.
• Salvequick Plasters Range of plasters including Textile, Plastic, Blue Detectable, X-Ray Detectable, Fingertip, Plastic Finger Bandage, and Blue Detectable Finger Bandage variants; allergy tested with one-hand application and food industry versions for detectability.
• 4-in-1 Bloodstopper Universal sterile dressing with four functions: pressure pad for heavy bleeding, protective dressing for superficial wounds, burn dressing with special wound-protecting surface, and temporary support dressing. Available in standard and Mini variants.
• Soft Foam Bandage Self-adhering adhesive-free bandage/plaster combination suitable for minor wounds; stays in place in water, latex free. Available in Beige, Blue, and Black colors with multiple sizes (2m, 4.5m).
• Protection Kit Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation aid with breathing mask featuring one-way valve, gloves, and safety hand cleansers (70% alcohol).
• Eye & Wound Cleansing Spray Combined eye and wound cleanser spray with 150ml sterile sodium chloride solution (0.9% NaCl), eco-friendly propellant, 5 year shelf life.
• Emergency Blanket Heat-reflecting aluminum rescue blanket (210x160cm) for effective insulation and warmth retention.
• Plaster Dispensers Wall-mounted plaster dispensers including standard Plaster Dispenser, Blue Detectable Plaster Dispenser for food industry, and X-Ray Detectable Plaster Dispenser; feature one-hand application, dust-protecting lids, and lockable refills.
• First Aid Burn Kit Mobile first aid kit specifically designed for burn injuries, containing various Burn Gel Dressings, face mask, scissors, gloves, and instructions; suitable for high-risk burn workplaces.

Quantifiable outcome

• Eye wash provides quicker result than sodium chloride solution for neutralizing alkali and acid splashes
• +3 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Orkla GroupcoreOthersCederroth is part of Orkla Group, a major Nordic branded consumer goods and investment company. Cederroth operates within Orkla Health business division and is legally operated by Orkla Wound Care AB.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Smith & Nephew: Global medical device company with advanced wound management (Allevyn, Acticoat) and sports medicine/orthopedics; comparable in wound dressings and sterile first aid, though more clinically oriented than Cederroth's workplace focus.
• Medline Industries: Large US-headquartered medical supply manufacturer and distributor with a broad first aid, wound care and PPE portfolio; overlaps with Cederroth's kit, dressing and disposable categories across healthcare and industrial channels.
• Johnson & Johnson (Band-Aid / Kenvue): Owner of Band-Aid and broader consumer first aid franchises via Kenvue; competes with Cederroth in plasters and wound care but at consumer/retail scale rather than workplace B2B specialization.
• 3M (Personal Safety Division): Global diversified manufacturer whose Personal Safety Division sells first aid kits, eyewash and PPE to workplaces worldwide — overlaps with Cederroth in eye wash and first aid stations but is part of a much broader safety portfolio.

Direct peers

• Mölnlycke Health Care: Swedish wound care specialist (Mepilex, Mepitel, Mepore) with strong European presence in professional and workplace wound care — comparable in wound dressing/first aid consumables and Nordic European distribution.
• Hartmann Group: German-based manufacturer of wound care dressings, plasters, disinfectants and first aid products (Peha, Cosmopor, DermaPlast) sold through workplace and healthcare channels across Europe — directly comparable product portfolio and channel mix to Cederroth.
• Essity (BSN Medical / Leukoplast): Nordic hygiene and health company whose BSN Medical / Leukoplast / Cutimed brands cover plasters, wound care and first aid for workplace and clinical markets — closely overlapping product set and European GTM.
• Leina-Werke: German manufacturer of first aid kits, plasters, bandages and workplace safety products sold across European B2B channels — comparable mid-sized specialist competing in similar product categories.
• Plum Safety: Danish specialist in emergency eye wash and wound care products for workplace first aid — closest direct overlap with Cederroth's Eye Wash Station portfolio and similar European B2B safety distribution.

Regional players

• Uvex Safety Group: German-headquartered PPE and workplace safety specialist whose portfolio includes eye wash and first aid products; comparable in workplace safety channel overlap but more dominant in personal protective equipment than wound care.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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