FJC
FJC is a private Mooresville, NC-based manufacturer and distributor of automotive air conditioning products, including refrigerants, oils, leak detection dyes, and service tools, sold through a nationwide distributor network and direct e-commerce to repair shops and technicians.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1993
- HeadquartersMooresville, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What FJC does
FJC is a private manufacturer and worldwide distributor of automotive air conditioning products headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina. The company produces refrigerants including R-134a and the next-generation R-1234yf, refrigerant oils (PAG, POE, Ester), fluorescent leak detection dyes, O-rings and gaskets, and a range of service tools and accessories, organized across ten product categories that span the full A/C service workflow from evacuation and leak detection to charging and diagnostics. Sub-brands including Polar Ice, Extreme Cold, Big Freeze, Heavy Duty, and Power Division segment the portfolio, with proprietary formulations such as the Extreme Cold performance booster and Kwik Seal stop leak. The company also maintains technical reference resources including O-ring charts and compressor lubricant interchange guides.
The business model centers on B2B wholesale of physical A/C service products through a nationwide distributor network, with direct-to-consumer e-commerce via fjcinc.com as a secondary channel. Primary customer segments include warehouse and tool supply specialists, professional automotive repair technicians, DIY consumers, and fleet operators. FJC backs its products with a one-year warranty and claims worldwide distribution with primary focus on the United States and select overseas markets. Distribution infrastructure includes a packaging partnership with ITW Sexton (Sexton Cans), and digital presence spans LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, an interactive 2026 product catalog, and an educational content series (Mr. Fixit).
FJC has no disclosed parent company, no funding rounds, and no public financial reporting. There are no acquisitions, leadership changes, or restructuring events in the input data. Strategic activity is concentrated in product line extension, regulatory positioning around the R-134a to R-1234yf transition, and digital catalog and content investment. The company shows no disclosed AI/ML capabilities; its differentiation rests on proprietary chemical formulations, brand portfolio, and established distributor relationships in the automotive aftermarket.
FJC firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- FJC
- Legal name
- FJC
- Website
- https://fjcinc.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1993
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- FJC is a private Mooresville, NC-based manufacturer and distributor of automotive air conditioning products, including refrigerants, oils, leak detection dyes, and service tools, sold through a nationwide distributor network and direct e-commerce to repair shops and technicians.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
FJC industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Automotive Air Conditioning Products
- NAICS
- Refrigeration Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423740), Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Industrial Gas Manufacturing (32512), Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)
- SIC
- Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580), Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Automotive Coolant & Refrigerant Circuit Components (Pumps/Valves/Reservoirs/Expansion Devices) (IMACALAE)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- HVAC, Water Heaters & Indoor Air Quality Distribution (CRAOAFAJ), Process Gases & Gas Delivery Consumables (Specialty/Bulk/UHP) (HDAHAGAL), Automotive Refrigerant Lines, Hoses & Thermal Plumbing (IMACALAG)
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Where FJC is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Mooresville
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
FJC business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Product Sales: FJC generates revenue through the sale of automotive air conditioning products including refrigerants, tools, equipment, and accessories through their distributor network and direct e-commerce sales.
- Refrigerant Sales: Sale of refrigerant gases (R-134a, R-1234yf) in various can sizes and formulations with additives for different applications.
- Tool and Equipment Sales: Sale of automotive service tools, manifolds, vacuum pumps, and diagnostic equipment for the A/C repair industry.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Standard retail pricing through distributor network |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels7 records
FJC product offering
Product offeringCore offering
FJC manufactures and distributes a full line of automotive air conditioning products including refrigerant gases (R-134a, R-1234yf), refrigerant oils (PAG, POE, Zerol), fluorescent leak detection dyes, O-rings, gaskets, and service tools and accessories. The portfolio is organized across ten product categories and supported by sub-brands (Polar Ice, Extreme Cold, Big Freeze, Heavy Duty, Power Division), sold through a nationwide distributor network and direct e-commerce.
Product overview
FJC is a manufacturer and worldwide distributor of quality automotive air conditioning parts and service accessories. The company offers a comprehensive product portfolio organized into ten main product categories: Refrigerant Products (R-134a and R-1234yf with various additives), Fluids (oils, stop leak, dyes), Fluid Tools (nitrogen regulators, leak detectors, injectors), Manifolds (gauge sets, couplers, hoses), Vacuum Pumps (1.3-7.0 CFM pumps for system evacuation), Tools (crimpers, thermometers, valve tools), Service Items (O-rings, gaskets, valve cores, caps), Power Division (blowers, booster cables, battery testers), Battery Testers, and Radiator Test Kits. The portfolio includes several sub-brands: FJC Polar Ice (refrigerants with additives), FJC Extreme Cold (performance boosters), FJC Big Freeze (air blowers), FJC Heavy Duty (commercial equipment), and FJC Power Division (power accessories). All products are designed for automotive air conditioning service and repair applications.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- FJC Polar Ice: Brand for refrigerant products
- FJC Extreme Cold
- FJC Big Freeze
- FJC Heavy Duty
- FJC Power Division
Quantifiable outcome
- Lowers duct temperature by over 15%
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use FJC
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
FJC technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
FJC partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- ITW Sexton (Sexton Cans)coreFJC partners with ITW Sexton, one of the world's leading manufacturers of two-piece cans, for packaging of all refrigerants and refrigerant products. Sexton cans utilize innovative quality and safety technology, ensuring FJC products are packaged in the best containers available.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
FJC competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Mahle Service Solutions: Broader automotive thermal-management player (OEM and aftermarket) operating A/C service tools and equipment under brands such as Behr and Arctic — competes with FJC at the parts-and-tools level but with a global OEM pedigree.
- DENSO Aftermarket: Major OE automotive thermal components supplier with an active aftermarket business covering A/C parts, compressors, and service tools — same end customer (technician) as FJC but competing on the OE specification rather than consumables angle.
- Standard Motor Products (BWD / Four Seasons): Large aftermarket distributor of automotive replacement parts including A/C components under Four Seasons and BWD — broader portfolio than FJC but overlapping on refrigerant valves, service ports, and A/C line parts.
Regional players
- Refrigerant Chemicals Manufacturers (e.g., Chemours / Opteon): OEM of R-134a, R-1234yf (Opteon XL), and reclaim refrigerants that are rebranded and packed by packaging specialists like FJC — adjacent upstream supplier relationship rather than direct competitor at the can level.
Direct peers
- CPS Products: Specialist in A/C service tools, refrigerant recovery, and diagnostic instruments serving HVAC and automotive service markets — directly comparable to FJC's professional service tools and manifold offering.
- InterDynamics (IDQ): Direct competitor in automotive A/C aftermarket; markets DIY and professional recharge kits, leak-seal additives, and stop-leak products under brands like Auto A/C and Arctic Air — overlapping with FJC's Polar Ice, Kwik Seal, and DIY canister SKUs.
- Mastercool: Specialty manufacturer of A/C service equipment for automotive and HVAC markets, including manifold gauge sets, recovery machines, and electronic refrigerant scales — a direct peer in professional A/C service tooling.
- Robinair (Dover): Premier brand in professional A/C service equipment — manifolds, vacuum pumps, leak detectors, recovery/recycling machines. FJC's fluid-tools, manifolds, and vacuum-pump categories compete directly with Robinair at the shop counter.
- Ritchie Engineering (Yellow Jacket / Imperial): Manufacturer of Yellow Jacket branded manifolds, hoses, gauges, vacuum pumps, and recovery equipment for HVAC/R and automotive service — directly overlaps FJC's manifold, vacuum pump, and fluid-tools SKUs.
Emerging players
- Norco / White Knight / Cliplight (refrigerant-additive niche brands): Niche players in HVAC/R and automotive refrigerant leak-seal, UV dye, and contrast additives — competing with FJC's Kwik Seal and UV dye product lines at the formulation level rather than full-portfolio.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat3 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
FJC social profiles
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Valuation estimate
FJC leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
FJC funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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FJC M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about FJC
What does FJC do?
FJC manufactures and distributes a full line of automotive air conditioning products including refrigerant gases (R-134a, R-1234yf), refrigerant oils (PAG, POE, Zerol), fluorescent leak detection dyes, O-rings, gaskets, and service tools and accessories. The portfolio is organized across ten product categories and supported by sub-brands (Polar Ice, Extreme Cold, Big Freeze, Heavy Duty, Power Division), sold through a nationwide distributor network and direct e-commerce.
Is FJC a public or private company?
FJC is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was FJC founded?
FJC was founded in 1993. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is FJC based?
FJC is headquartered in Mooresville, United States, in the North America region.
How does FJC make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Product Sales are the primary driver. The others are refrigerant Sales and tool and Equipment Sales.
Who are FJC's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Mahle Service Solutions, DENSO Aftermarket and Standard Motor Products (BWD / Four Seasons). Refrigerant Chemicals Manufacturers (e.g., Chemours / Opteon) is listed as a regional player. Direct peers are CPS Products, InterDynamics (IDQ), Mastercool, Robinair (Dover) and Ritchie Engineering (Yellow Jacket / Imperial). Norco / White Knight / Cliplight (refrigerant-additive niche brands) is listed as an emerging player.
Does FJC have an API?
No public API is recorded for FJC.
What industry is FJC in?
FJC's product category is Automotive Air Conditioning Products. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMACALAE, Automotive Coolant & Refrigerant Circuit Components (Pumps/Valves/Reservoirs/Expansion Devices), with a secondary code of CRAOAFAJ, HVAC, Water Heaters & Indoor Air Quality Distribution. Its NAICS code is 423740 and its SIC code is 3580.