Comma Oil & Chemicals Ltd

Name

Comma Oil & Chemicals Ltd

Legal name

Moove Lubricants Limited

Website

https://commaoil.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Lubricants

NAICS

Petroleum Lubricating Oil and Grease Manufacturing (324191)

SIC

Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890)

akta.pro primary industry

Aftermarket Fluids, Lubricants & Chemical Products Manufacturing (Oils/Coolants/Additives/Cleaners) (IMACANAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Automotive Lubricants (PCMO, HDMO, ATF, Gear Oils, Coolants) (EUALAJAH), Fuel Additives & Lubricant Additives (IMAEAMAL)

Keywords

• Automotive lubricants
• Engine oils
• Brake fluids
• Antifreeze coolants
• Transmission fluids

Headquarters

HQ city

Gravesend

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. B2B Lubricant Sales: Sale of engine oils, lubricants, and chemicals to motor factors, distributors, and workshops. Products sold in various pack sizes including 1L, 5L, 20L, and Bag in Box formats.
2. Loyalty Programme (myComma): Points-based loyalty programme where workshops earn points (5 or 10 points per litre) on qualifying Comma product purchases. Points can be redeemed for rewards including Greggs vouchers, branded merchandise, and exclusive training.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Comma manufactures and supplies a full range of automotive lubricants and chemicals — including engine oils, gear and transmission fluids, brake and hydraulic fluids, antifreeze and coolants, 2- and 4-stroke oils, fuel and oil additives, greases, aerosols and industrial lubricants — primarily for the UK workshop aftermarket. Products are sold in multiple pack sizes (1L, 5L, 20L and a sustainable Bag in Box format) through motor factors, distributors and direct accounts, and are backed by a 100% compatibility guarantee supported by a digital vehicle lookup tool.

Product overview

Comma Oil & Chemicals Ltd is a UK-based manufacturer and supplier of engine oils, lubricants, and automotive chemicals primarily serving the workshop sector. The product portfolio is organized across multiple categories: Performance Motor Oils (premium synthetic with 58% OEM-approval), X-Flow Range (workshop professional grade), and Classic Oils (traditional technology) for passenger and commercial vehicles; Gear and Transmission Oils including manual gearbox, automatic transmission (CVT and DCT), and limited slip differential oils; Brake and Hydraulic Fluids (DOT 4 and DOT 5.1); Antifreeze and Coolants including Xstream range with Glysantin from BASF; 2 & 4 Stroke Oils for motorcycles and outdoor power equipment; Fuel and Oil Additives; Greases and Maintenance Products; and Industrial Lubricants (Hydraulic Fluids, Gear Oils, Slideway Oils). Specialized offerings include a Hybrid Compatible Range with 13 dedicated engine oil variants, and the sustainable Bag in Box packaging format using 75% less plastic than traditional containers. Commercial vehicle lubricants cover 57% OEM-approval for heavy-duty applications. Supporting services include the myComma digital loyalty programme with VRN lookup, MOT status updates, training modules, and product catalogue; Stock Profiling Tool for inventory optimization; Workshop Stars VIP programme; and a 100% Compatibility Guarantee on vehicle-specific recommendations. The company operates as part of Moove Lubricants Limited.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Hybrid Compatible Range: Engine oils specially formulated for hybrid vehicles with frequent stop-start cycles and lower operating temperatures.
• Bag in Box
• myComma
• Workshop Stars

Products and services

• X-Flow Range Engine Oils Engine oils for workshop professionals meeting industry standards, part of Comma's core engine oil range.
• Classic Oils Traditional technology engine oils for older engines; the product line where Comma started in 1965.
• Gear Oils Oils for manual gearboxes including limited slip and standard applications.
• Transmission Fluids Automatic transmission fluids including CVT and dual clutch transmission fluids.
• Power Steering Fluids Automatic transmission and power steering fluids for various vehicle applications.
• Limited Slip Differential Oils Mineral and synthetic oils for limited slip differentials.
• Xstream Antifreeze and Coolants Premium antifreeze and coolants filled with Glysantin from BASF, formulated and approved for commercial and passenger vehicles. Typically provides 5 years of protection.
• Synthetic Brake Fluids (DOT 4 and DOT 5.1) Synthetic brake, power steering and hydraulic fluids (DOT 4 and DOT 5.1) for a wide range of vehicles.
• 2 Stroke Oils Fully synthetic, semi-synthetic and mineral 2 stroke oils for air and water cooled applications including motorcycles, scooters, chainsaws, lawnmowers and outboard motors.
• 4 Stroke Oils 4-stroke oils suitable for high-performing motorcycles, garden tillers, pressure washers and other four stroke applications.
• Fuel Additives Fuel additives for petrol and diesel engines designed to maximise engine power and performance and reduce harmful deposits to reduce emissions.
• Oil Additives Fortified oil additives designed to quickly clean the inside of an engine, freeing sticking valves and piston rings before an oil change.
• Greases Premium greases developed to protect bearings, reduce friction and prolong the life of critical components.
• Aerosols Spray aerosol products including release oils and similar workshop consumables.
• Maintenance Consumables Tyre sealants, air-conditioning cleaners, brake cleaners, electrical contact cleaners, corroded part release oils, wax seals, carb cleaners and silicone sprays.
• Engine Degreasers Powerful solvents and degreasers for engines and chassis cleaning.
• Hydraulic Fluids Industrial hydraulic fluids designed to support system efficiency, ensuring consistent performance and extended component life.
• Industrial Gear Oils Formulated for excellent wear protection and smooth power transmission under heavy loads.
• Slideway Oil Developed to provide precise movement and reduce stick-slip for optimum machining accuracy.
• Commercial Vehicle Lubricants OEM-approved commercial lubricants engineered for heavy-duty hours and long-distance protection, covering engine oils, gear oils, antifreeze and hydraulic fluids for on-highway, agriculture, construction and mining applications. 57% OEM-approved.
• Hybrid Compatible Engine Oils Engine oils specially formulated for hybrid vehicles with frequent stop-start cycles, lower operating temperatures and instant power demands. Includes ECO-F, ECO-FE PLUS, ECO-FO, ECO-LLP, ECO-M, ECO-P, ECO-PS, ECO-R, ECO-T, ECO-V, ECO-VG, ECO-Z and PRO-NRG variants.
• Bag in Box Engine Oil Range Sustainable Bag in Box packaging for engine oils using 75% less plastic than traditional 20L pails, with integrated tap for cleaner dispensing. Range of 12 grades covering approximately 75% of UK Car Parc.
• myComma Loyalty Programme Loyalty programme for mechanics and workshops. Members earn points based on purchase volume of qualifying Comma products and unlock training, rewards, branded merchandise, Greggs vouchers and access to a 60th Club tier.
• Vehicle Lookup Tool VRN-based lookup system that identifies the correct Comma product for a specific vehicle, backed by the 100% compatibility guarantee.
• Stock Profiling Tool Digital tool to help workshops and distributors manage stock levels and optimise inventory to match actual demand across pack sizes.
• Workshop Stars Programme VIP programme for independent garages that use, trust and recommend Comma products. Benefits include featuring in Comma marketing, premium POS materials, professional photos and promotional video, and £100 gift cards.

Quantifiable outcome

• 58% OEM-approvals on Performance Motor Oils range for passenger vehicles
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Bosch Car ServicecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Comma is the chosen lubricant partner and preferred supplier for Bosch Car Service UK & Ireland. The partnership provides exclusive promotions to workshops in the network, along with free tools including VRN lookup and Stock Profiling tool. The collaboration helps independent garages access quality OEM-approved oils.
• PalmerSportflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerComma is the official technical partner to PalmerSport, the driving event based at Bedford Autodrome. Comma supplies oils and lubricants for their high-performance fleet including McLaren Arturas and F3000 single-seaters. With more than 10,000 participants annually, products are tested to the limit every day. Experience days celebrate success and reward top performers.
• BookMyGaragecoreGTM or Marketing PartnermyComma partnered with BookMyGarage, the UK's No.1 comparison site for MOTs, servicing, and repairs. The partnership helps workshops secure real confirmed bookings, not just job enquiries. In the last 12 months, BookMyGarage delivered £110 million worth of work to garage partners. myComma members receive 10% discount on licence fees.
• BASFcoreTechnology or IntegrationComma's premium Xstream antifreeze and coolants are filled with Glysantin from BASF. This ensures the engine is protected against corrosion, overheating and freezing. Glysantin-based products typically provide 5 years of protection.
• IAAF (Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation)minorOthersComma works with industry-leading accreditation bodies including IAAF to ensure products meet high standards set within the automotive sector.
• VLS (Vehicle Lift Association)minorOthersComma works with VLS as part of industry partnerships ensuring products meet high standards set within the automotive sector.
• UKLA (UK Lubricants Association)minorOthersComma works with UKLA as part of industry partnerships ensuring products meet high standards set within the automotive sector.
• GSF Car PartscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGSF Car Parts is a major motor factor distributor with multiple UK locations (Croydon, Enfield, Hayes, Heathrow, Hemel Hempstead, Staples Corner, Sydenham, Tottenham, Watford South) that stocks and distributes Comma products.
• MPD (Motor Parts Distributors)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMPD is a motor factor distributor network with locations including Kingsbury and Uxbridge that distributes Comma products to workshops.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Castrol (BP): Castrol is one of the world's largest automotive lubricant brands and a direct competitor to Comma across engine oils, gear oils, and aftermarket workshop channels. It competes head-to-head on OEM approvals and motor factor distribution in the UK.
• Morris Lubricants: Morris Lubricants is a UK-based independent lubricant manufacturer with a heritage comparable to Comma's, supplying engine oils, gear oils and ancillary products through motor factor and workshop channels.
• Millers Oils: Millers Oils is a UK-based independent lubricant manufacturer focused on automotive and motorsport applications, directly comparable to Comma as a domestic specialty brand serving workshops and enthusiasts.
• Motul: Motul is a French-headquartered specialty lubricant brand with strong positions in engine oils, gear oils and 2/4 stroke products. It competes with Comma in UK workshops and powersport segments.

Broad incumbents

• Valvoline: Valvoline is a global lubricants brand with a strong passenger car motor oil portfolio competing with Comma in UK aftermarket workshops. It has broader international reach and OEM relationships.
• Fuchs Petrolub: Fuchs is one of the largest independent European lubricant manufacturers, competing with Comma across automotive and industrial lubricant categories. Its broader portfolio and pan-European scale make it a relevant incumbent competitor.
• Mobil (ExxonMobil): Mobil 1 and Mobil commercial lubricants compete directly with Comma in UK workshops and motor factor channels. ExxonMobil is a global oil major with strong OEM ties that pressure Comma on premium approvals.
• Shell Lubricants: Shell's Helix, Rimula and Spirax lubricant ranges compete with Comma across passenger car motor oils, commercial vehicle lubricants, and industrial gear oils. Shell is a global incumbent with vastly greater scale and OEM partnerships.
• TotalEnergies Lubricants: TotalEnergies markets Quartz engine oils and commercial vehicle lubricants competing with Comma in the UK aftermarket. As a global integrated oil major, it competes on scale, OEM approvals and broad product range.
• Petronas Lubricants: Petronas Lubricants markets the Syntium and Sprinta ranges competing with Comma in commercial and passenger vehicle lubricants. As part of an integrated oil major, it competes on scale, technology and OEM partnerships.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CommaOilUK

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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