What Sprayon does

Sprayon is a US-based manufacturer of industrial maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) chemical products, founded in 1968 and headquartered at 101 Prospect Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio. The company operates as a division of The Sherwin-Williams Company (NYSE: SHW), a publicly traded diversified coatings and chemicals conglomerate. Sprayon sells more than 71 SKUs across six product categories: Industrial Lubricants, Electrical & Electronic Cleaners & Degreasers, Industrial Cleaners & Degreasers, Industrial Welding Products, Industrial Mold Release Agents, and Industrial Specialty Products. The portfolio includes both general industrial formulations and a regulated NSF-registered food-grade lubricant program (H1, H2, K2, A1, and C1 certifications), alongside EPA-registered products such as insecticides.

The company's underlying technology centers on proprietary chemical formulations packaged in aerosol, 5-gallon, and 55-gallon bulk formats. Notable proprietary assets include the patented Electro Wizard™ Electronic Contact Cleaner formula and the Sprayon 5S System, a visual management program that integrates product labeling with point-of-use tools for industrial 5S methodology. Product performance is specified through technical ratings such as dielectric strength, temperature ranges, load capacity, and ASTM testing. Two flagship programs — the NSF H1 High-Performance Food Grade Lubricants Program and the Sprayon 5S System — anchor the company's positioning in regulated and process-driven industrial segments.

Sprayon's revenue model is based on one-time sales of industrial chemical products, with pricing not publicly disclosed and customers directed to contact sales or use the Distributor Locator tool. Distribution is conducted exclusively through an industrial distributor network covering the USA and Canada, with no direct e-commerce channel. The company targets three primary verticals: industrial maintenance professionals (primary), food processing (NSF H1 customers), and manufacturing/fabrication (corrosion and weld protection). Marketing relies on content resources, a YouTube video library of product demonstrations, and distributor-led channel sales. There are no named end-customer logos, no public revenue disclosure, no independent funding activity, and no recorded M&A or restructuring events — the business has operated continuously under Sherwin-Williams ownership as a stable, niche MRO chemicals brand.

Name

Sprayon

Legal name

Sprayon

Website

https://sprayon.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1968

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Sprayon, founded in 1968 and based in Cleveland, Ohio, is a division of The Sherwin-Williams Company that manufactures industrial MRO chemical products — lubricants, cleaners, degreasers, mold release agents, welding products, and specialty coatings. It sells 71+ SKUs through industrial distributors across the USA and Canada, serving maintenance, food processing, and manufacturing customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial MRO Specialty Chemicals

NAICS

Chemical Manufacturing (325), All Other Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing (32599), Soap and Cleaning Compound Manufacturing (32561)

SIC

Chemicals & Allied Products (2800), Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890)

akta.pro primary industry

Lubricants, Fluids & Chemical Products Distribution (Oils, Coolants, AdBlue/DEF, Cleaners) (TLAKAOAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cleaning Chemicals & Disinfectants Distribution (CRAOAGAB), Industrial & Facility Maintenance (MRO) Cleaning Supplies Distribution (CRAOAGAJ)

Keywords

• Industrial lubricants
• MRO chemicals
• Food grade lubricants
• Mold release agents
• Industrial cleaners degreasers

Headquarters

HQ city

Cleveland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Industrial Chemical Product Sales: Sale of industrial maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) chemical products including lubricants, cleaners, degreasers, mold release agents, welding products, and specialty coatings. Products sold in aerosol, bulk 5-gallon, and bulk 55-gallon formats through distributor network.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Sprayon manufactures and sells industrial maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) chemical products across six categories: industrial lubricants, electrical and electronic cleaners and degreasers, industrial cleaners and degreasers, industrial welding products, industrial mold release agents, and industrial specialty products. Products are sold in aerosol, 5-gallon and 55-gallon formats primarily through a network of industrial distributors to industrial maintenance professionals in manufacturing, food processing and fabrication facilities.

Product overview

Sprayon is a manufacturer of industrial maintenance and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) chemical products established in 1968 and now part of the Sherwin-Williams Company. The product portfolio spans six main categories: Industrial Lubricants (including white lithium greases, dry film moly/graphite lubricants, penetrants, anti-seize compounds, and specialty lubricants like LU100, LU103, LU200, LU204, LU620), Electrical & Electronic Products (cleaners, degreasers, insulating varnishes, and contact cleaners such as EL2846, EL2001, EL600), Cleaners & Degreasers (citrus degreasers, general purpose cleaners, stainless steel cleaners, coil cleaners, and glass cleaners like CD757, CD880, CD885), Mold Release Agents (silicone, paintable, dry film, zinc stearate, and food grade releases plus mold maintenance products such as MR303, MR311, MR312, MR351), Welding Products (galvanizing compounds, weld spatter protectants, and defect detection systems including WL739, WL740, WL941), and Specialty Products (belt dressing, anti-static spray, engine degreaser, brake cleaners, paint removers, adhesives, RTV sealants, stencil inks, and insecticides like SP607, SP705, SP405, SP9000). Two notable programs include the NSF® H1 High-Performance Food Grade Lubricants Program (providing H1-rated lubricants for food processing) and the Sprayon 5S System (visual management methodology for chemical organization). Products are primarily sold in aerosol, bulk 5-gallon, and 55-gallon formats.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• LU100 White Lithium Grease High solids white lithium grease for metal-to-metal applications; corrosion inhibitor for unpainted metal on chains, gears, drives, hinges and garage door guides.
• LU101 Food Grade White Grease High purity complex white grease with NSF food-grade rating for metal-to-metal lubrication between -20°F and 285°F; water displacer and corrosion inhibitor for unpainted metal in food processing areas.
• LU103 Rust Breaker® Penetrant Fast-acting transparent penetrating oil that loosens rust while penetrating grease and dirt; vanilla-scented one-coat rust and corrosion inhibitor.
• LU104 Food Grade Penetrating Oil Synthetic heavy-duty rust penetrant designed for food processing areas; quickly penetrates nuts and bolts to loosen rust, scale and corrosion.
• LU200 Dry Film Moly Lubricant High solids molybdenum disulfide dry film lubricant that withstands pressures up to 50,000 PSI and bonds to clean surfaces.
• LU201 Open Gear & Wire Rope Lubricant High-performance lubricant that penetrates to the core of wire rope and open gear surfaces; provides wide-range high-temperature lubrication and rust protection.
• LU202 Moly Chain Lubricant High-viscosity chain lubricant with foaming action and moly additive for pressure handling during start-up stress on chain drive bushings and pins.
• LU204 Dry Film Graphite Lubricant Conductive high-lubricity graphite dry film lubricant that air-dries rapidly and adheres to most surfaces for use where both lubrication and electrical properties are required.
• LU205 Food Grade Chain Lubricant PTFE-enhanced food-grade chain lubricant with anti-oxidants, anti-wear, corrosion prevention and extreme pressure additives for load capacity and reduced friction in food processing.
• LU206 All-Purpose Silicone Lubricant Economical 5% silicone lubricant that protects against air and moisture to retard oxidation and corrosion; compatible with rubber, windows, doors and plastics.
• LU208 Cutting Oil Machining lubricant for all ferrous and non-ferrous metalworking operations; extends tool life for drilling, cutting, threading, sawing, reaming, broaching and grinding.
• LU210 Food Grade Silicone Lubricant 5% low-viscosity food grade silicone lubricant that repels water and is non-corrosive to metals; safe on styrenes and urethanes.
• LU211 Food Grade Dry Silicone Lubricant Low-viscosity food grade silicone with ultra-thin dry film that does not attract dust or dirt; creates a barrier to prevent rust and corrosion.
• LU512 Food Grade Synthetic High Temperature Grease Synthetic food-grade grease with extreme load capacity effective from -75°F to 500°F; contains PTFE for high-temperature food processing applications.
• LU522 Food Grade Multi-Purpose Semi-Synthetic Grease Semi-synthetic food-grade grease with extreme load capacity effective from -75°F to 700°F; designed for food processing applications.
• LU620 Anti-Seize Compound Combination of finely powdered metals protecting against corrosion, seizure, galling, rust, carbon fusion and galvanic pitting; will not melt or run out after application.
• LU700 Food Grade Machinery Oil Non-silicone general-purpose food grade lubricant that penetrates and loosens dirt, scale and corrosion; ideal where silicone overspray might interfere with operations.
• LU701 Food Grade Machinery Oil General-purpose food grade lubricant with wide-delivery valve; virtually odorless, tasteless, colorless and silicone-free.
• LU711 The Protector™ All-Purpose Lubricant Ultra-thin transparent film lubricant for maximum moisture displacement; versatile general-purpose lubricant with 47,000 dielectric strength rating.
• LU727 High Performance Wet Lubricant PTFE-based wet lubricant with extreme load capacity; effective from -40°F to 475°F with non-drying film.
• LU905 Heavy Duty Silicone Lubricant Heavy-duty silicone lubricant effective from -40°F to 450°F; not plastic-safe.
• LU910 Food Grade Silicone Lubricant Food-grade silicone lubricant with NSF H2 rating; effective from -58°F to 575°F.
• LU1324 High Performance Silicone Lubricant 6.6% silicone-rich formula that lubricates and protects wood, metal, rubber, most plastics, leather, vinyl, canvas and painted surfaces.
• LU710 Waxy Film Protectant Long-term metal protectant providing a waxy film for indoor/outdoor use with 24-month longevity and moderate corrosion protection.
• EL2846 Non-Chlorinated Electrical Degreaser Non-chlorinated, non-flammable, fast-evaporating electrical cleaner with NSF K2 rating; 15,000 volt dielectric strength for energized electrical equipment.
• EL749 Electrical Degreaser Fast-penetrating degreaser that removes dirt, oil, grease, wax and tar leaving no residue; NSF K2 rated with high-delivery valve for hard-to-reach areas.
• EL848 Flash Free® Electrical Degreaser Non-flammable, fast-evaporating cleaner for energized electrical equipment; removes dirt, oil, grease and wax with 37.0 KV dielectric strength.
• EL703 Energized Electrical Cleaner Cleaner formulated for energized equipment that penetrates and removes dirt, oil, grease, wax and moisture from electrical equipment with 39,500 volt dielectric strength.
• EL2000 Clear Electrical Lacquer Sealer Seals electrical and electronic parts with a clear, flexible, removable film; protects against rust, corrosion and tarnish; resists fungus, chemicals, dirt and grease.
• EL2001 Electronic Contact Cleaner & Protectant Cleaner and protectant for energized equipment with residual electrical potential; removes greases, dust and oxidation and leaves a microscopic corrosion-protection film.
• EL2206 Electro Wizard™ Electronic Contact Cleaner Patented electronic contact cleaner formula that instantly removes, dissolves and rinses away foreign contaminants from sensitive equipment; residue-free with 12.5 KV dielectric strength.
• EL2302 Electronic Contact Cleaner Quick-drying non-ozone-depleting cleaner for sensitive equipment and precision instruments; safe on most plastics and leaves no residue.
• EL2007 Non-Flammable Duster Pressurized non-flammable gas that removes microscopic lint, dust, ferrous oxide and other contaminants from delicate electronic components.
• EL600 Clear Insulating Varnish Fast-drying clear insulating enamel with oil, chemical and abrasion resistance for treating motor windings and electrical components.
• EL601 Red Insulating Varnish Insulating spray for general coating, impregnating and insulating electrical work; excellent adhesion to metals with flexibility and water resistance.
• EL609 Green Insulating Varnish Extra-hard tough insulating varnish with high arc resistance and non-tracking properties; superior insulation for motor windings and electrical components.
• WL740 Zinc Rich Galvanizing Compound High-performance primer containing 97% pure zinc dust pigment blended with epoxy resin; stops rust by electrochemical action on steel or galvanized coatings.
• WL739 Silver Galvanizing Compound Sacrificial coating with bright hot-dip galvanized finish that inhibits rust and corrosion on ferrous metals; fast-drying touch-up for galvanized substrates.
• WL941 Dry Weld Spatter Protectant Talc-based powder weld spatter protectant that dries to a white film and prevents spatter from sticking to metal surfaces during welding; does not contain methylene chloride or silicone.
• WL942 Wet Weld Spatter Protectant Liquid anti-spatter with non-greasy lecithin formula that keeps welding tips and nozzles clean and prevents weld spatter adhesion.
• WL744 / WL745 Welding Defect Detection System Two-part penetrant (WL744) and developer (WL745) quality assurance system that detects and locates cracks and defects in metals and non-porous materials.
• CD757 Heavy Duty Citrus Degreaser Biodegradable non-chlorinated citrus-based multi-purpose degreaser, adhesive and graffiti remover.
• CD880 General Purpose Cleaner Streak-proof general-purpose cleaner that cuts through dirt, grease, surface smears and finger marks on hard surfaces not ordinarily damaged by water.
• CD885 Stainless Steel Cleaner Cleans, polishes, brightens and protects stainless steel and other metal surfaces; removes water spots, food soils and oil-based stains and leaves an invisible protective coating.
• CD887 Coil & Fin Cleaner Heavy-duty water-based foaming coil cleaner that removes stubborn grease, grime and chloride build-up from refrigeration and A/C coils.
• CD888 Glass Cleaner Foaming streak-proof glass cleaner that removes smoke, grease, grime, fingerprints and dust.
• MR303 Silicone Food Grade Release Agent 3% silicone non-staining, non-corrosive mold release for wax, rubber, T.F.E., ceramics and plastics; food grade formulation.
• MR305 Heavy Duty Silicone Release Agent Heavy-concentration high-viscosity 4.8% silicone mold release for severe molding conditions; heat stable to 550°F.
• MR309 Paintable Release Agent Paintable co-polymer mold release for minimum-silicone applications; parts can be painted, stenciled, glued or hot-stamped after use.
• MR311 Dry Film Release Agent PTFE fluoropolymer dry-film mold release that leaves an extremely thin dry film and does not transfer to finished parts; allows multiple releases per application.
• MR312 Dry Zinc Stearate Release Agent Finely milled dry zinc powder mold release effective up to 450°F; controls gobbing and hot spots to reduce rejected parts.
• MR314 Paintable Lecithin Release Agent Soybean-lecithin universal, paintable, non-silicone mold release for quick, clean release of thermosets and thermoplastics.
• MR315 Urethane & Styrene Silicone Release Agent High-viscosity silicone mold release that eliminates chemical attacks on ultra-sensitive urethanes and styrenes; compatible with most moldable resins and elastomeric compounds.
• MR351 Mold Cleaner Non-abrasive mold cleaner for metal molds; leaves a microscopic inhibitor for short-term corrosion protection and can be applied without removing the mold from the machine.
• MR353 Foaming Citrus Mold Cleaner Biodegradable water-based citrus mold cleaner with high-foaming action that clings to vertical surfaces and removes dirt, grease and mold-release deposits.
• SP405 Paint & Adhesive Remover Premium coating stripper free of methylene chloride or harsh chemicals; removes multiple layers of oil and latex paints, epoxies, urethanes and elastomerics.
• SP603 Blue Layout Dye Dark-blue layout dye for scribed lines with sharp contrast; dries instantly and removes easily with SP606 Layout Dye Remover.
• SP606 Layout Dye Remover Formulated to remove Sprayon SP603 Blue Layout Dye or other layout fluids; also removes light oils, grease and paint markings.
• SP607 Belt Dressing Belt dressing that conditions belts while increasing pulling power up to 50%; works on wet or outdoor conditions without glazing or collecting dirt.
• SP610 Anti-Static Spray Static-eliminating spray that neutralizes static electricity generated by friction and low humidity; light coating eliminates static charges and repels lint and dust.
• SP702 Engine Degreaser Biodegradable engine degreaser that removes dirt, grease and varnish deposits from mechanical engines, machinery and tools by spraying on and flushing with water.
• SP705 Non-Chlorinated Brake Cleaner Non-chlorinated fast-evaporating brake cleaner that flushes away brake fluids, grease and dirt for smooth brake operation.
• SP706 Low VOC Brake Cleaner Non-chlorinated low-VOC brake cleaner that meets stringent California and OTC VOC regulations; flushes away brake fluids, grease and dirt.
• SP707 Non-Chlorinated Brake Cleaner Ultra-low-VOC non-chlorinated brake cleaner with Accu-Force high-output spray valve; compliant in all 50 US states.
• SP857 Blast 'Em Wasp & Hornet Killer EPA-registered insecticide aerosol that kills wasps, hornets, yellow jackets, flies, mosquitoes and flying moths; registered for residual use in inedible product processing areas.
• SP915 Methylene Chloride Free Paint Remover Surfactant/solvent paint remover for rapid penetration and removal of coatings, varnishes, epoxies and urethanes; methylene chloride-free formulation.
• SP9000 Heavy-Duty Spray Adhesive Variable lace-spray-pattern heavy-duty adhesive for bonding plastic, glass and laminates; heat resistant up to 170°F.
• SP000 Series RTV Silicone Sealants Tough, flexible RTV silicone sealant that bonds and seals cracks, holes and pores against water, dust, air leakage, chemicals and oils on wood, metal, glass, plastic, ceramic and masonry.
• SP3100 Series Carton Stencil Inks Highly opaque, fast-drying stencil inks for color coding and marking on cartons, corrugated boxes, lumber, metals, glass and concrete.
• Sprayon 5S System Program Integrated 5S Visual Management program connecting product labeling with point-of-use tools to help facilities implement and sustain 5S methodology in chemical and lubricant storage and use.
• NSF® H1 High-Performance Food Grade Lubricants Program Complete line of NSF H1 registered lubricants formulated from food-grade base stocks with antioxidants, extreme pressure and anti-wear additives for food processing environments.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Sherwin-Williams CompanycoreOthersSprayon is a division/subsidiary of The Sherwin-Williams Company. As part of Sherwin-Williams, Sprayon has access to vast technical resources for continued product development and benefits from the parent company's distribution and market presence in industrial coatings and chemicals.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• WD-40 Company: Iconic specialty MRO chemical manufacturer (WD-40 Multi-Use Product, specialty maintenance sprays) with a very similar product positioning, aerosol-packaged lubricant/penetrant portfolio, and broad industrial distributor go-to-market.
• CRC Industries: Direct competitor in MRO chemicals, manufacturing cleaners, degreasers, lubricants, penetrants and corrosion inhibitors sold primarily through industrial distributors — virtually identical category and channel overlap with Sprayon.
• LPS Laboratories: Specialty MRO chemicals brand (lubricants, penetrants, degreasers, anti-corrosion products) closely overlapping Sprayon's lubricants and cleaners categories and serving the same industrial maintenance customer.
• Jet-Lube: Manufacturer of specialty industrial lubricants, anti-seize compounds, and corrosion protectants serving MRO, oil & gas and heavy industry — a close analogue in the anti-seize and specialty grease categories that overlap with Sprayon's LU620 and LU100/101 line.
• Kano Laboratories: Maker of Kroil penetrants and related MRO chemicals; directly competes with Sprayon's LU103 Rust Breaker Penetrant in rust-loosening and penetrant chemistries sold through industrial distribution.
• Permatex: Manufacturer of specialty chemical products including gasket sealants, RTV silicones, threadlockers and cleaners — overlapping directly with Sprayon's SP000 RTV Sealants and specialty chemical lines for industrial maintenance.
• Camie-Campbell: Industrial aerosol chemicals specialist (release agents, cleaners, adhesives) selling through industrial distribution — closely comparable business model and product mix to Sprayon's mold release and specialty categories.

Broad incumbents

• 3M Industrial: Diversified industrial conglomerate whose 3M Industrial Adhesives & Tapes division and broader MRO offerings (cleaners, lubricants, electrical products) overlap with Sprayon's specialty and electrical product lines at much larger scale.
• Henkel (Loctite): Through its Loctite brand, Henkel offers industrial cleaners, lubricants, and MRO chemicals; a much larger incumbent with global reach and overlapping end-markets (maintenance, manufacturing, food processing).
• Zep Inc. Manufacturer and marketer of industrial and institutional maintenance chemicals (cleaners, degreasers, lubricants) with a much larger portfolio and direct sales force — overlapping with Sprayon's cleaners/degreasers and lubricants at scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@sprayon

Compliance6 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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