What Elhydro does

ElHydro LTD is a privately held manufacturer, supplier, and distributor established in 2005 and headquartered at 50 Main St, White Plains, NY, operating across automotive, heavy-duty, industrial, energy, agriculture, marine, and rail verticals. The company sells a broad STARFIRE-branded portfolio of licensed lubricants and fluids (motor oils, ATF variants, gear lubricants, hydraulic oils, tractor fluids, antifreezes, DEF, greases, brake fluids, transformer oils, and specialty industrial fluids) alongside Blue Panther DEF, KLEENOIL filtration systems, biofuels, and fuel additives, representing one of the larger privately held distribution platforms for refined and renewable petroleum products with authorized distributors in 70+ countries.

The company layers a patented energy-efficiency hardware line (Elhydro Power Systems family - EL-PG1, EL-PG2, EL-PSB2, EL-PFSG2, EL-FBG) on top of the lubricant distribution core. These devices generate hydrogen on-demand through electrolysis of deionized water and KOH solution to supplement fuel in combustion engines, with claimed 50-85% fuel consumption reduction and a 35-55% horsepower uplift. The Elhydro Smart Tracker (EST) mobile app provides real-time monitoring, GPS, and anti-theft telematics for the hardware fleet. A third business arm is fluid testing and analysis through an ISO 17025 A2LA-accredited laboratory, offering Starfire Fluid Analysis, CLIP Analysis, and transformer oil testing (dissolved gas analysis, furan testing).

The revenue model combines one-time product sales across lubricants, chemicals, and hardware with professional-services revenue from fluid testing, and the go-to-market blends authorized-distributor channels (Coolants Plus Inc., STARFIRE Premium Products, PENNSTAR LUBRICANTS, KLEENOIL USA, TRIARII ADVISORS), enterprise field sales, bulk logistics (regional trucks, freight, export containers), and a direct e-commerce storefront. Products are licensed through API, GM dexos1, Ford Mercon, Chrysler, NLGI, and NMMA. Pricing is primarily quote-based rather than publicly disclosed.

Name

Elhydro

Legal name

ElHydro LTD

Website

https://elhydro.tech

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ElHydro LTD is a privately held manufacturer and distributor of STARFIRE-branded automotive and industrial lubricants, fluids, greases, and chemicals, serving seven verticals from automotive to power generation through 70+ country distributor network, complemented by patented hydrogen-on-demand fuel systems and ISO-accredited fluid testing services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Lubricants and Petroleum Products

NAICS

Petroleum Lubricating Oil and Grease Manufacturing (324191), Motor and Generator Manufacturing (335312), Turbine and Turbine Generator Set Units Manufacturing (333611)

SIC

Petroleum Refining (2911), Motors & Generators (3621), Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825)

akta.pro primary industry

Refinery Hydrogen & Utilities Systems (SMR/ATR, Steam, Power, Water) (EUALAGAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Emissions Controls & Environmental Retrofit Services (SCR/FGD/ESP, CEMS) (EUAEALAL)

Keywords

• Industrial lubricants manufacturing
• Motor oil distribution
• Fluid analysis services
• Hydrogen fuel systems
• Automotive chemicals supply

Headquarters

HQ city

White Plains

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, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Lubricants and Oils Sales: Manufacturing, distribution and sale of automotive and industrial lubricants, fluids, greases, and oils. Product lines include motor oils (premium, synthetic blend, full synthetic), transmission fluids (ATF, CVT), gear lubricants, hydraulic oils, and tractor fluids.
2. Chemicals and Fuel Additives: Sale of specialty chemicals, fuel additives, antifreeze, coolant products including Purefleet, Purecool, and Blue Panther DEF product lines.
3. Energy Efficiency Equipment: Sale of patented Elhydro Power, Fuel System Generator, and Fuel System Booster devices that generate hydrogen fuel on-demand to improve fuel efficiency by 50-85%. Products include Models EL-PG1, EL-PG2, EL-PSB2, EL-PFSG2, and EL-FBG.
4. Fluid Testing and Analysis Services: Laboratory testing services including Starfire Fluid Analysis, lubricant testing, antifreeze testing, analysis interpretation service, and transformer oil testing through ISO 17025 A2LA-accredited facility.
5. Filtration Systems: Distribution of filtration systems that filter down to one micron, including Kleenoil USA filtration products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Elhydro manufactures, supplies, and distributes automotive and industrial lubricants, fluids, greases, oils, chemicals, biofuels, fuel additives, and filtration systems under the STARFIRE brand, alongside patented Elhydro Power Systems hardware that generates hydrogen on-demand via electrolysis to reduce fuel consumption by 55-85%. The company also operates an ISO 17025 A2LA-accredited laboratory providing fluid analysis, CLIP testing, and transformer oil testing services, serving customers in 70+ countries through a global authorized distributor network.

Product overview

Elhydro is a manufacturer, supplier, and distributor of automotive and industrial lubricants, chemicals, greases, biofuels, fuel additives, filtration systems, and energy savings equipment. The company's product portfolio is anchored by the STARFIRE Premium brand of industrial lubricants covering motor oils (Premium, Synthetic Blend, Full Synthetic, Dexos1), automatic transmission fluids (ATF variants including Multi-Vehicle, MERCON V, DEXRON, ATF+4, Type F, CVT), engine oils (HD30 Heavy Duty, Synthetic Blend 15W40), gear lubricants (Full Synthetic GL-5, Conventional), hydraulic oils, tractor fluids, antifreezes, brake fluids, greases, and specialty industrial products. Elhydro also offers innovative hydrogen-on-demand power systems including the Elhydro Power Generator (EL-PG1/EL-PG2), Universal Fuel System Booster (EL-FBG), and Power System Booster (EL-PSB2/EL-PFSG2) that generate hydrogen fuel through electrolysis to supplement or boost fuel systems, reducing consumption by 55-85%. Supporting services include CLIP Analysis (CODES, LIQUID, INFRASTRUCTURAL LEAK, and PRESSURE POINT testing), Transformer Testing, Starfire Fluid Analysis, logistics, technical support, and specialty product sourcing. The company holds ISO 17025 A2LA accreditation for its laboratory and licenses from API, GM dexos1, Ford Mercon, Chrysler, NLGI, and NMMA.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• STARFIRE: Premium industrial lubricants, fluids, oils, chemicals and natural gases brand for automotive and heavy duty applications
• Elhydro Power Systems
• Blue Panther DEF
• Elhydro Smart Tracker (EST)

Products and services

• STARFIRE Premium Motor Oils Licensed motor oils meeting manufacturer requirements for passenger cars, SUVs, light duty trucks, powerboats, and motorcycles, formulated with hydrotreated paraffinic lubricating oils and advanced additive systems.
• STARFIRE Full Synthetic Motor Oils Premium quality 100% synthetic motor oils formulated from superior synthetic base oils and advanced additive technology for gasoline engines, compatible with all synthetic and petroleum-based motor oils.
• STARFIRE Synthetic Blend Motor Oils Licensed motor oils formulated from selected paraffinic base oils, synthetic base oils, and advanced additive technology for passenger cars, SUVs, light duty trucks, powerboats, and motorcycles.
• STARFIRE Dexos1 Full Synthetic Motor Oils Advanced technology motor oils formulated with sophisticated additives to prevent sludge formation with high viscosity index minimizing cold weather oil thickening. Licensed through General Motors (License # RB1D0425025).
• STARFIRE HD30 Heavy Duty Motor Oil Heavy duty motor oil formulated with high viscosity index paraffinic base oils providing superior thermal and oxidative stability, corrosion and valvetrain wear protection for modern diesel and gasoline engines.
• STARFIRE Synthetic Blend 15W40 Engine Oil Engine oil engineered for heavy duty diesel and gasoline engines under all service conditions, including emission controlled engines with EGR and diesel particulate filters using Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel fuel.
• STARFIRE Full Synthetic Multi-Vehicle ATF High performance multi-vehicle transmission fluid formulated for high viscosity planetary gear transmission applications, manufactured using premium synthetics for superior protection from corrosion and wear.
• STARFIRE Multi-Purpose ATF DEXRON III/MERCON Multipurpose automatic transmission fluid designed for electronically controlled transmissions meeting DEXRON III H, DEXRON III G, MERCON, and Allison C-4 specifications.
• STARFIRE MERCON V ATF Automatic transmission fluid formulated with conventional base stocks and advanced additive technology meeting Ford MERCON V fluid performance requirements.
• STARFIRE DEXRON-VI Low Viscosity ATF Full synthetic automatic transmission fluid for GM automatic transmissions calling for DEXRON-VI fluid, also suitable for DEXRON-III, Toyota WS, and T-IV fluid applications.
• STARFIRE ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Uniquely blended full synthetic fluid for Chrysler and Jeep automatic transmissions specifying ATF+4 fluids, with excellent high and low temperature protection.
• STARFIRE Full Synthetic CVT Fluid Chain and belt full synthetic CVT fluid for belt or chain driven continuously variable transmissions, suitable for Audi/VW, Ford, Honda, Nissan, Mitsubishi, Subaru, and other manufacturers.
• STARFIRE Full Synthetic GL-5 Gear Lubricants Multi-purpose synthetic gear lubricants for automotive and heavy duty applications, formulated with synthetic base stocks and sulfur-phosphorus extreme pressure additive package for thermal and oxidative stability.
• STARFIRE Greases (Multi-Purpose EP2, Hi-Temp EP2, 3% Moly EP2) Multi-purpose and specialty greases including EP2 greases, high temperature red greases, and 3% moly greases for automotive and industrial applications.
• STARFIRE Antifreezes (Purefleet, Purecool, Conventional) Extended life coolants and antifreezes including Purefleet Heavy Duty ELC, Purecool Extended Life, SCA Precharge, Conventional Green, and RV & Marine formulations.
• STARFIRE Brake Fluids Brake fluids including DOT 3, DOT 4, and specialty formulations for automotive applications.
• STARFIRE Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Diesel exhaust fluid for selective catalytic reduction systems in diesel engines to reduce NOx emissions.
• STARFIRE Hydraulic Oils (AW Hydraulic Oils) Anti-wear hydraulic oils for industrial and mobile equipment hydraulic systems.
• STARFIRE Tractor Hydraulic & Transmission Fluids Universal and premium tractor hydraulic and transmission fluids meeting J20C and other OEM specifications.
• STARFIRE Transformer Oils Insulating oils for power transformers providing cooling and electrical insulation.
• STARFIRE Fire Resistant Hydraulic Fluids Specialty hydraulic fluids designed for high-risk industrial environments requiring fire resistance.
• STARFIRE Waylube, Rockdrill, and White Oils Specialty industrial lubricants for waylube machine tool ways, rockdrill percussion equipment, and white oils for food-grade applications.
• Heat Transfer Fluids (HTF) Glycol-based and synthetic organic/silicone heat transfer fluids for food processing, HVAC, refrigeration, thermal energy storage, and industrial process plants.
• Elhydro Power Generator (EL-PG1, EL-PG2) Patented fuel/energy generation system that generates fuel for motor vehicles at 1,200-120,000 liters per hour using electrolysis of deionized water and KOH solution to produce hydrogen gas on-demand, boosting fuel systems and reducing consumption by 55-85%.
• Elhydro Universal Fuel System Booster (EL-FBG) Universal fuel system booster that works with any new or existing fuel systems to increase mileage per gallon by 55-85%, producing fuel at 55 liters per minute minimum with onboard computer monitoring.
• Elhydro Power System Fuel Generator (EL-PFSG2) Fuel system generator combining hydrogen-on-demand technology with fuel boosting capabilities for various engine, motor, and equipment applications.
• Elhydro Power System Booster (EL-PSB2) Power system booster with onboard computer analysis capabilities accessible via smartphone and mobile devices, featuring GPS locator and sensors for monitoring.
• Transformer Testing Service Oil testing and maintenance programs for power transformers including dissolved gas analysis and furan testing to ensure transformer longevity, reliability, and efficiency, delivered from an ISO 17025 A2LA-accredited laboratory.
• CLIP Analysis Service Comprehensive testing method analyzing CODES (alternative fuel codes), LIQUID (pH, ORP, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, ozone, chlorine, turbidity), INFRASTRUCTURAL LEAK, and PRESSURE POINT for automotive, commercial, and industrial applications.
• Starfire Fluid Analysis Lubricant and antifreeze testing, analysis interpretation services, and test kits for automotive and industrial applications.
• Logistics Services Complete logistics department arranging delivery via regional route trucks, nationwide freight carriers, bulk transports, export container loading, and shipping to freight forwarders.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduces fuel and electricity consumption by 50-85%
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Coolants Plus Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2005Strategic partnership since 2005 for manufacturing and distribution of automotive and industrial coolant products. Part of Elhydro's network representing one of the world's largest privately held manufacturing and distribution base for refined and renewable petroleum products.
• STARFIRE Premium ProductscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2005Strategic partnership since 2005 - STARFIRE branded products including industrial lubricants, fluids, oils, chemicals are distributed through Elhydro. One of the world's most comprehensive lines of lubricants, antifreeze and chemicals.
• PENNSTAR LUBRICANTScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2005Strategic partnership since 2005 for distribution of PENNSTAR branded lubricant products in the network.
• KLEENOIL USAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2005Strategic partnership since 2005 for filtration products including Kleenoil USA filtration systems that filter down to one micron.
• TRIARII ADVISORSsupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2005Strategic advisory partnership since 2005 supporting Elhydro's operations and business development.
• American Petroleum Institute (API)supportingOthersAPI licensed products - Elhydro has licensed products meeting API service category specifications for lubricants and automotive fluids.
• General Motors (GM dexos 1)supportingOthersLicensed through General Motors (License # RB1D0425025) for dexos 1 Full Synthetic Motor Oils meeting GM dexos specifications for worldwide warranty requirements.
• Ford Motor Company (Mercon)supportingOthersLicensed products meeting Ford Mercon specifications for automatic transmission fluids and motor oils.
• ChryslersupportingOthersLicensed products meeting Chrysler specifications for ATF+4 and other automotive fluids.
• National Lubricating Grease Institute (NLGI)supportingOthersNLGI licensed grease products meeting industry standards for lubricating greases.
• National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA)supportingOthersNMMA certified products for marine applications meeting marine manufacturer standards.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Castrol (BP): Global lubricants major under BP with full-line motor oils, ATFs, and industrial fluids. Comparable to Elhydro on product category but operates at vastly larger scale with proprietary additive technology and deep OEM relationships.
• Chevron Lubricants: Major lubricants operator with the Delo (heavy duty) and Havoline (passenger) brands. Comparable to Elhydro across heavy-duty motor oils and industrial fluids, with deeper R&D and OEM partnerships.
• TotalEnergies Lubricants: Integrated lubricants business of TotalEnergies covering automotive, industrial, and marine fluids. Comparable to Elhydro on broad vertical coverage and global distribution ambitions.
• Shell Lubricants: Largest lubricants business globally (Shell Rotella, Pennzoil, Quaker State). Comparable on product portfolio breadth and distribution depth; competes directly with STARFIRE in heavy-duty and passenger-car motor oil tiers.
• ExxonMobil Product Solutions: Operates the Mobil 1 synthetic and Mobil Delvac heavy-duty lubricant lines globally. Comparable to Elhydro on synthetic and heavy-duty motor-oil SKUs but with materially greater R&D and brand-investment capacity.

Direct peers

• Valvoline: Specialty lubricant manufacturer and quick-lube operator with broad motor-oil and ATF portfolios. Closely comparable to Elhydro on product mix (synthetic motor oils, ATF, gear lubes) and channel model (distributors, quick-service centers).
• Lucas Oil Products: Privately held specialty lubricant and additive manufacturer with strong racing/enthusiast brand. Comparable to Elhydro in independent ownership, broad lubricant catalog, and emphasis on performance/aftermarket channels.
• AMSOIL: Privately held specialty synthetic-lubricant manufacturer with a direct-to-consumer and dealer-distributor GTM motion. Comparable to Elhydro in being a non-major independent with broad synthetic motor oil, ATF, and gear-lube SKUs.
• Warren Oil Company: Privately held independent lubricant blender and packager of motor oils, ATF, and industrial fluids. Closely comparable to Elhydro on company size, private ownership, and contract/private-label manufacturing model.
• Royal Purple (Calumet Specialty Products Partners): Premium synthetic-lubricant brand now owned by Calumet. Comparable to Elhydro's STARFIRE premium tier on positioning (high-end synthetic motor oils, gear lubes, industrial fluids).

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/elhydrotech
• Facebookfacebook.com/Elhydro-416268522054944
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/elhydro-inc.

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries5 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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