What Oemeta does

Oemeta Chemische Werke GmbH is a fourth-generation, family-owned specialty chemicals manufacturer founded in 1916 and headquartered in Uetersen, Germany, with international operations spanning seven wholly-owned subsidiaries (including China and the UK) and over thirty distribution partners. The company develops, produces, and sells cooling lubricants (Kühlschmierstoffe) and related process fluids for metal, glass, and ceramics machining — including water-miscible coolants, cutting and grinding oils, two-component coolants (notably the proprietary HYCUT system based on synthetic ester oils), minimum quantity lubrication (MQL) products, oil-free coolants, cleaners, control additives, and accessories. Its portfolio is differentiated by formaldehyde- and biocide-free formulations, use of renewable and re-refined base oils, and HYCUT's ability to enable internal recycling within customer facilities.

Oemeta serves primarily industrial customers in the automotive sector (engine and powertrain component machining), with dedicated vertical expansion into e-mobility, aerospace, medical technology, defense, and electronics. Distribution combines direct field sales via regional sales managers, seven international subsidiaries, and a global dealer/distributor network, with technical consultation and application engineering positioned as core value drivers. The company complements its chemical portfolio with digital offerings: logyc fluid management software, logyclab automated monitoring hardware, and the CoolantCheck analysis service.

Revenue is generated predominantly through one-time product sales of consumable industrial chemicals, with pricing not publicly disclosed and recurring revenue embedded through consumable re-purchase cycles and digital fluid management subscriptions. The company is privately held, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified, holds the BG-Gütesiegel 'Sicher mit System' workplace safety award, and reported under the Deutscher Nachhaltigkeitskodex in 2024; it has no disclosed external funding rounds and remains under founding-family ownership.

Name

Oemeta

Legal name

Oemeta Chemische Werke GmbH

Website

https://oemeta.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1916

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Oemeta is a fourth-generation, family-owned German specialty chemicals manufacturer founded in 1916 that develops and sells cooling lubricants and process fluids for metal, glass, and ceramics machining, serving primarily automotive and industrial customers across Europe, China, and the UK.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Lubricants

NAICS

Petroleum Lubricating Oil and Grease Manufacturing (324191)

SIC

Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Lubricants (Hydraulics, Gear, Compressor, Turbine, Metalworking) (EUALAJAG)

Keywords

• Industrial cooling lubricants
• Metalworking fluids
• Cutting and grinding oils
• Water-miscible coolants
• Metalworking process chemicals

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Lee

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Cooling Lubricant Product Sales: Oemeta generates revenue through the development, production, and sale of cooling lubricants (Kühlschmierstoffe) including water-miscible coolants, cutting and grinding oils, two-component coolants, oil-free coolants, minimum quantity lubricants, and related additives and accessories.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Oemeta develops, manufactures, and distributes specialty cooling lubricants (Kühlschmierstoffe) and related accessories used in metalworking, glass, and ceramics processing—including water-miscible coolants, cutting and grinding oils, two-component HYCUT multifunction coolants, oil-free coolants, minimum-quantity-lubrication products, DIN oils, cleaners, control additives, and OePads defoamer pads. The product offering is complemented by digital fluid-management services (logyc software, logyclab monitoring units, CoolantCheck analysis) and technical application support.

Product overview

Oemeta is a certified family-owned company in its fourth generation, specializing for over 100 years in the development and production of innovative cooling lubricants (KSS) for machining. The product portfolio includes: water-miscible cooling lubricants (ESTRAMET, NOVAMET, UNIMET, ALUMET series), cutting and grinding oils (OEMETOL, HYCUT SE), two-component cooling lubricants (HYCUT with various additives), minimum quantity lubrication (MICROTOL), oil-free cooling lubricants (FRIGOMET), DIN oils and process aids, control additives including OePads defoamer pads, cleaners, and accessories. The offering is complemented by digital solutions including logyc Software (fluid management), logyclab (automated analysis), and CoolantCheck (analysis service). The HYCUT multi-function system is particularly notable, enabling internal recycling and circular economy in manufacturing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HYCUT: Two-component cooling lubricants based on synthetic ester oils, multifunctional for use as machining oil, hydraulic oil, two-component coolant and cleaner.
• logyc Software
• logyclab
• CoolantCheck
• OePads
• ESTRAMET
• NOVAMET
• FRIGOMET
• MICROTOL
• OEMETOL
• UNIMET
• ALUMET

Products and services

• Wassermischbare Kühlschmierstoffe (Water-miscible cooling lubricants) Water-miscible cooling lubricants for universal and specialized high-end machining applications such as turning, milling, drilling and grinding. Includes formaldehyde- and biocide-free formulations for industrial manufacturers across automotive, aerospace, medical and other regulated sectors.
• Schneid- und Schleiföl (Cutting and grinding oils) High-quality machining oils for reduced wear and optimal process reliability in cutting and grinding operations, including GTL-based and ester-based formulations. Sold to industrial manufacturers needing high-performance, low-residue machining fluids.
• HYCUT Zweikomponenten-Kühlschmierstoffe (HYCUT two-component coolant system) Proprietary multi-function cooling lubricant based on synthetic ester oils, usable as machining oil, hydraulic oil, two-component coolant and cleaner. Enables internal recycling and circular-economy operation in manufacturing plants. Targeted at automotive and other industrial manufacturers with high-volume machining operations.
• Minimalmengenschmierung (Minimum quantity lubrication / MQL) Minimum quantity lubrication products that largely reduce lubricant quantities, significantly increase tool life, and leave no lubricant residues. Sold to industrial manufacturers needing clean, low-consumption lubrication for drilling, milling and other machining processes.
• Ölfreie Kühlschmierstoffe (Oil-free cooling lubricants) Oil-free cooling lubricants suitable for various grinding operations and light to medium machining operations such as turning, drilling, and milling. Designed for manufacturers requiring clean, transparent fluids (e.g., glass processing).
• DIN Öle & Prozesshilfsstoffe (DIN oils and process aids) Special lubricants including hydraulic oils, pressure transfer media, slide and bed way oils, forming lubricants, and other products for metalworking. Sold to industrial manufacturers as supplementary process fluids.
• Steuerungsadditive (Control additives) Precisely matched additives that restore or improve property parameters of emulsions and machining oils. Sold to industrial manufacturers using Oemeta coolants and oils as ongoing maintenance consumables.
• OePads Primary Defoamer Pads Quick-acting primary defoamer pads for oil-containing and oil-free water-mixed cooling lubricants, packaged in water-soluble biodegradable polyvinyl alcohol that fully dissolves without microplastic residue. Sold to coolant users as a foam-control consumable.
• Reiniger (Industrial cleaners) High-performance alkaline and neutral cleaners for intermediate cleaning of workpieces and daily cleaning of machine tools. Free from phosphates. Sold to industrial manufacturers, including for use with HYCUT recycling-compatible cleaning.
• Zubehör (Lubricant accessories) Accessories for handling and care of Oemeta products, including dosing devices, oil skimmers, refractometers and other special products. Sold as supporting equipment to coolant users.
• logyc Software Fluidmanagement Fluid management software for cooling lubricants and other operating fluids, providing digital tools to monitor, control and optimize fluid condition in industrial operations. Sold to industrial customers alongside Oemeta coolants.
• logyclab Digital monitoring hardware unit for automated analysis of cooling lubricants, enabling continuous insight into coolant condition on the shop floor. Sold to industrial customers using Oemeta coolants.
• CoolantCheck KSS-Analyse High-precision analysis service providing insights into the condition of cooling lubricants and recommendations to optimize manufacturing process efficiency. Sold as a service to industrial coolant users.
• ESTRAMET S 77 Water-miscible cooling lubricant made from synthetic ester oils that forms a translucent emulsion when mixed with water, usable from 3.5% concentration and reducing consumption by up to 50% versus comparable high-performance products. Sold to industrial manufacturers for high-end machining.
• HYCUT ET 46 Two-component cooling lubricant with 85% of raw materials from renewable sources, classified WGK1 (not environmentally toxic) and suitable for internal recycling. Sold to industrial customers seeking sustainable HYCUT chemistry.
• FRIGOMET 461 Oil-free cooling lubricant for clean and precise grinding processes with a colorless, transparent formulation that enables visible machining and high process reliability. Sold to industrial grinding operations.
• NOVAMET 760 AE Water-miscible cooling lubricant free from boron and formaldehyde, designed for demanding machining including drilling, turning, milling and deep drilling. Sold to industrial manufacturers with documented success in extending coolant service life in CNC operations.
• MICROTOL EC 32 Minimum quantity lubrication product offering exceptional lubrication performance, free from formaldehyde, biocides, boron and mineral oil. Sold to industrial manufacturers needing clean, low-consumption machining fluids.
• OEMETOL 610 GT Cutting and grinding oil with a high flash point and sustainable formulation, viscosity of 11 mm²/s, with EP-additivation for demanding machining processes. Sold to industrial manufacturers for high-load machining.
• UNIMET 300 FE Water-miscible cooling lubricant developed for demanding machining of cast iron and ferrous materials, free of boron and formaldehyde, combining sustainability with high technical performance. Sold to industrial manufacturers machining ferrous substrates.

Quantifiable outcome

• 34.2% reduction in CO2 emissions (approximately 367 tonnes) from 2019 to 2023
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cwm EngineeringcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Since 2022, Oemeta supplies Cwm Engineering (Wales, UK), a contract machining company, with NOVAMET 760 cooling lubricant. The partnership resulted in over 70% increase in coolant service life, reduced consumption, and decreased machine downtime. Oemeta provides ongoing maintenance support.
• WEISSERcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWEISSER is a leading provider of multifunctional precision turning machines. Oemeta's HYCUT two-component coolant is used in WEISSER's UNIVERTOR AM vertical turning center, demonstrating successful integration of cooling lubricant technology with machine tool manufacturing.
• DIAHONcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDIAHON is a global provider of tools for high-precision bore machining and process monitoring. Partnership showcases Oemeta's application in precision tool manufacturing for automotive, hydraulic, and defense industries.
• MazakminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAt AMB trade show, Oemeta supported Mazak's booth with cooling lubricants used in exhibited machine tools, demonstrating precision machining capabilities.
• IBAK Helmut Hunger GmbH & Co. KGminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term customer partnership. IBAK develops and produces canal inspection and rehabilitation solutions using Oemeta cooling lubricants in their machining processes.
• Revolution WheelsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term customer relationship with successful motorsport wheel manufacturer from England.
• Covestro AGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTraining partnership for chemical technician apprenticeship (Ausbildung zum Chemikanten). Oemeta collaborates with Covestro AG in Brunsbüttel for practical training components of the apprenticeship program.
• TU Braunschweig - Institut für Werkzeugmaschinen und FertigungstechnikcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative research partnership for Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) study of HYCUT cooling lubricants. Study validated 40-60% reduction in environmental impacts compared to conventional mineral oil-based systems. Conducted in German automotive manufacturer's engine plant in Austria.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Fuchs Petrolub SE: Germany-headquartered global lubricant manufacturer with a major industrial metalworking fluids division that competes directly with Oemeta's ESTRAMET, HYCUT and OEMETOL product lines across automotive and industrial customers.
• Blaser Swisslube: Swiss family-owned specialist in metalworking fluids with a comparable focus on premium cutting fluids, technical consultation, and sustainability-themed formulations targeting similar precision machining customers.
• Quaker Houghton: US-listed global leader in industrial process fluids including metalworking fluids and coolants, serving automotive, aerospace, and industrial OEMs with overlapping technology and direct sales models.
• Master Fluid Solutions: US-based specialist in metalworking fluids and coolants with a strong focus on premium synthetic and water-miscible formulations for precision machining, directly competing with Oemeta's ESTRAMET/NOVAMET lines.
• Hangsterfer's Laboratories: Family-owned specialty metalworking fluid and lubricant manufacturer with comparable premium positioning, niche product focus, and direct technical sales to industrial customers.
• Petrofer Chemie: German specialty chemicals company producing industrial lubricants, metalworking fluids, and process chemicals with overlapping product portfolio and customer base in European manufacturing.
• Cimcool (Duval/Veritas Capital portfolio): US-based metalworking fluid specialist (formerly part of Milacron/Duval) producing coolants, cutting oils, and straight oils with overlapping product categories and customer segments.

Broad incumbents

• Castrol (BP): Global lubricant major with a metalworking fluids portfolio serving industrial customers; a broad incumbent offering overlapping capabilities as part of a much wider lubricants portfolio.
• Shell Lubricants: Global energy major with an industrial metalworking fluids range integrated into a broad lubricants portfolio, competing with Oemeta at large enterprise accounts.

Emerging players

• Chem-Trend (Freudenberg): Specialty release agents and die lubricants specialist owned by Freudenberg; overlaps with Oemeta's process aids and additives but focuses primarily on casting/molding rather than machining fluids.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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