John Henry Enterprises

What John Henry Enterprises does

John-Henry Enterprises, Inc. is a privately-held specialty cleaning chemicals manufacturer and distributor headquartered in Jefferson, Louisiana, founded in 1989 and operating with 11-50 employees. The firm formulates and sells a broad portfolio of industrial and commercial cleaning chemistry — including EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectants (Vital Oxide, a stable one-part chlorine dioxide formula on EPA List N), ultra-concentrated dual quaternary sanitizers (AIR-DRY, dilutable to 200:1), industrial degreasers, tank cleaning chemicals, floor care finishes and strippers, food-and-beverage sanitizers, water treatment solutions, and specialty products such as rust converters and fuel conditioners. Core technology is rooted in specialty chemical formulations backed by EPA, NSF D2, USDA, 21 CFR 178.1010, and CRI certifications, complemented by application equipment including the proprietary Electra Max 360 electrostatic handheld sprayer, Lafferty and Simplicity portable foggers, and the Eagle II dual-purpose pressure washer.

The company sells primarily to industrial and institutional buyers across transportation (aviation, trucking, maritime, rail, automotive), food and beverage processing, tank wash operations, facility floor care, and water treatment verticals, with the website claiming "trusted by over a thousand companies since 1989." The go-to-market is sales-led direct distribution via the john-henry.com e-commerce storefront, quote-based pricing with bulk and quantity discounts, and personalized account-manager consultation — an approach that ties retention to deep chemical expertise (most visibly associated with founder/key figure Henry Zeller) rather than transactional volume.

Revenue mechanics are one-time product sales across chemicals and equipment, with bundled kit/combo SKUs pairing disinfectants with electrostatic sprayers and towelette systems. Distribution combines direct e-commerce with an affiliate ecosystem linking to TankWashSolutions.com (tank cleaning systems and waste water) and PressureZone.com (industrial pressure washers), and a technology partnership with Victory Innovations for cordless electrostatic backpack sprayers. The firm is privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, no parent company, no M&A activity, and no public revenue disclosure, indicating a long-running founder/owner-operated specialty chemicals business rather than a venture-backed or PE-owned platform.

Name

John Henry Enterprises

Legal name

John-Henry Enterprises, Inc.

Website

https://john-henry.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

John-Henry Enterprises is a privately-held specialty cleaning chemicals manufacturer and distributor founded in 1989, serving transportation, food & beverage, tank cleaning, and industrial facility customers with EPA-registered disinfectants, sanitizers, degreasers, and complementary application equipment.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Industrial Cleaning Chemicals

NAICS

Chemical Manufacturing (325), Soap and Cleaning Compound Manufacturing (32561), Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers (4246), Soap, Cleaning Compound, and Toilet Preparation Manufacturing (3256)

SIC

Specialty Cleaning, Polishing And Sanitation Preparations (2842), Chemicals & Allied Products (2800), Wholesale-Chemicals & Allied Products (5160)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaning Chemicals (IMAEABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Food & Beverage Process & CIP/Sanitation Chemicals (IMAEAJAK), Industrial Cleaning & Decontamination (Tank/Vessel/Confined Space) (IMAIAGAE), Water Treatment & Process Specialty Chemicals (IMAEABAN), Hard Surface & Multi-Purpose Cleaners (All-purpose, Floor, Bathroom, Kitchen) (CRADAKAG)

Keywords

• Industrial cleaning chemicals
• Disinfectant sanitizers
• Specialty cleaning solutions
• Floor care products
• Tank cleaning chemicals

Headquarters

HQ city

Metairie

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, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Chemical Products Sales: Sale of specialty cleaning chemicals including disinfectants, sanitizers, degreasers, floor care products, and industrial cleaners. Products sold in various sizes from small containers to 55-gallon drums and bulk quantities. Revenue generated through direct product sales with pricing based on volume and container size.
2. Equipment Sales: Sale of application equipment including electrostatic sprayers (Electra Max 360), backpack sprayers, foggers, pressure washers, and drum pumps. Products range from individual units to bulk pallets.
3. Kit and Combo Products: Pre-configured kits combining chemicals with applicators (Vital Oxide Combo packages with towelette kits and electrostatic sprayers) sold as bundled solutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

John-Henry Enterprises, Inc. manufactures and distributes specialty cleaning chemicals and application equipment for industrial and commercial customers. The portfolio includes EPA-registered disinfectants and sanitizers (Vital Oxide chlorine dioxide formula, AIR-DRY dual quaternary), industrial degreasers, tank cleaning chemicals, floor care finishes and strippers, transportation wash products, and food & beverage sanitizers, sold in container sizes from small bottles up to 275-gallon totes. The company complements chemical sales with sprayers, foggers, and account-manager consultation to match chemicals to specific cleaning jobs.

Product overview

John-Henry Enterprises is a specialty cleaning solutions company providing a comprehensive portfolio of industrial cleaning chemicals and application equipment. The company operates as a multi-product manufacturer offering EPA-registered disinfectants and sanitizers (including Vital Oxide and AIR-DRY), industrial degreasers and cleaners, floor care products, rust treatment solutions, and specialty chemicals across categories including transportation, food & beverage, tank cleaning, grounds & building maintenance, and water treatment. The portfolio is complemented by a range of application equipment including electrostatic sprayers (Electra Max 360), portable foggers, and tank cleaning systems. Founded in 1989, the company serves over a thousand companies with job-matched chemicals and consultation services, emphasizing the synergy between chemistry and innovation for superior cleaning results.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Vital Oxide One-part stable chlorine dioxide hospital-grade disinfectant sanitizer approved by EPA for use against SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19); NSF registered D2 sanitizer kills 99.999% of bacteria including E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria in under 60 seconds; mold killer, odor eliminator, and allergen reducer with no VOCs and no-rinse formula. For healthcare, schools, food processing, and commercial facilities.
• AIR-DRY Ultra-concentrated dual quaternary ammonium sanitizer, disinfectant, antimicrobial, and deodorizer; dilutable up to 200:1; kills Staph, Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria, Y. enterocolitica, viruses, mold, and mildew. 21 CFR 178.1010 compliant for use on and around food processing equipment without rinsing. For food processing, beverage, and healthcare facilities.
• FAST BREAK Aqueous degreaser formulated to remove road film, exhaust deposits, light oils, and bug residues from painted surfaces of trucks, buses, and heavy equipment; works in hot or cold water with built-in corrosion inhibitor; dilutable up to 40:1 with water. For fleet operators, bus and charter companies, and trucking operations.
• RUST AWAY Concentrated blend of inorganic acids, wetting agents, detergents, and water softeners for rapid rust removal while providing phosphatized surface protection on ferrous metals; also removes grease and oils. Available in 55-gallon drum, 15-gallon, and 6-gallon pail sizes. For industrial maintenance and metal restoration.
• FUEL FIX Ready-to-use fuel oil conditioner treating problems associated with transport, storage, and combustion of residual fuels; provides better dispersion of heavy hydrocarbons, carbon, water, and sludge; promotes phase separation of water from oil. Sold in case of 4. For industrial fuel systems and boiler operations.
• FLORAL DEODORIZER Non-aerosol air freshener and deodorizer with pleasant floral fragrance; neutralizes offensive odors through chemical action rather than masking; dilutable 4:1 with water for space spray application. For commercial and industrial facilities.
• FOAM-X Water-dilutable concentrated industrial-strength silicone emulsion for foam control; works in very low concentrations even in extreme pH conditions. Applications include refineries, chemical plants, textiles, tank wash operations, and sewage treatment plants; dilution over 1000:1. For industrial process operators.
• YARD DOG Highly concentrated heavy-duty butyl degreaser for oil, grease, fatty materials, loose paint, polymers, and latexes; excellent for cleaning engines, degreasing metal for painting, kitchen floors, and internal tank washing; dilution up to 50:1 with water. For industrial facilities and engine rebuilders.
• ATR-220 Solvent-based compound for quick cleaning of vehicles and equipment exposed to tar, asphalt, bitumen, oil, grease, sludge, and asphalt-based plastic cements; one-product operation without dilution. For transportation, construction, and oilfield equipment operators.
• OXY-GENIC FR Peroxide-based bleaching detergent removing stains from fabric, ceramic, wood, fiberglass, metal, and other surfaces; oxygenates and destroys stains without chlorine residue; used for cleaning refrigerated trailers and FRP panels; dilution up to 128:1. For transportation fleets and food processing facilities.
• AMAZE Concentrated multi-surface all-purpose cleaner for industrial, institutional, and commercial facilities; removes oil, grease, and dirt with biodegradable wetters and emulsifiers; phosphate-free with no solvents; dilution up to 40:1 with water. For facility maintenance teams.
• DIAMOND FINISH Premium buffable floor finish with 25% solids using crosslinked acrylic technology for bright drying, low maintenance finish on resilient flooring, sealed concrete, marble, and terrazzo; non-yellowing aliphatic urethane with excellent slip resistance. For facility floor care teams.
• THERMO SHINE Innovative floor finish for extreme gloss on frequently maintained floors; combination of polymer technologies provides durable finish resistant to wear, scuffing, and abrasions; works on sealed marble, terrazzo, vinyl tile, and more without requiring sealer. For commercial and institutional floor maintenance.
• MOP-N-STRIP Extremely powerful water-based floor finish stripper that eliminates need for machine scrubbing; loosens even aged or burnished finish buildups without aggressive agitation; dilution up to 10:1 with water. For floor restoration professionals.
• THE REJUVENATOR Combination of polymers, waxes, and solvents for cleaning, repair, and gloss development on floor finishes; produces high gloss wet look when used with high or ultra high-speed floor machines; removes scuffs and black markings. For floor maintenance teams.
• DURA SEAL Water-based acrylic seal concentrate reinforced with urethane for added durability on concrete and terrazzo floors; less sensitive to amine-based floor strippers allowing finishes to be stripped without affecting seal. For commercial floor installers.
• PASSIVE 8 Concentrated nitric acid solution for restoring chromium oxide surface film on stainless steel, rendering it inert and restoring food-grade status; for use on AISI 300 series stainless steels (304, 304L, 316, 316L, 316T, 321). For tank cleaning operators and food processing facilities.
• GAMMA NEBULA Extreme-duty deodorizer and odor neutralizer that encapsulates industrial malodors including acrylates, mercaptans, fish oils, and H2S; for tank wash applications and fogging with Simplicity Fogger for total odor removal. For tank wash operators and industrial deodorization.
• OXY-BLAST Activated hydrogen peroxide-based cleaner for removing mildew stains and mold stains from ceramic, wood, fiberglass, metal, and other surfaces; meets 21 CFR 178.1005 for use around food processing equipment; no-rinse final treatment for reefer containers. For food processing and refrigerated transport.
• NEUTRAL CLEAN Heavy-duty general purpose cleaner with neutral pH safe for any surface not harmed by water alone; moderately foaming, biodegradable, and free rinsing; ideal for finished or unfinished asphalt tile, vinyl, terrazzo, concrete, marble, and ceramic tile floors. For facility maintenance teams.
• ALUMINUM BRIGHTENER Concentrated acidic detergent for cleaning unpainted aluminum trailers, trucks, and buses; instantly removes road film, dulling oxide film, and diesel smoke residues without brushing; will not etch or harm painted surfaces; also brightens stainless steel tankers. For fleet operators and tank cleaning.
• BREAK-OUT Water-based degreaser for removing road film, exhaust deposits, petroleum hydrocarbons, and bug residues from painted surfaces of trucks, buses, and heavy equipment; works in hot or cold water with no phosphate content; dilution up to 64:1. For fleet operators and bus companies.
• MAGNUM Potent aqueous blend of alkalies, biodegradable wetters, detergents, and chelates combined with water-soluble solvent; heavy duty degreaser for heavy equipment, automotive and marine engines, oil field equipment, tanks, and shipping containers; phosphate-free. For industrial maintenance and oilfield operators.
• BRUSHLESS Premium car and truck wash detergent designed for automatic vehicle washes as presoak and main wash; removes road film, exhaust deposits, road salts, and bug residues; works in hard or soft, hot or cold water; no solvents or phosphates, biodegradable. For car wash operators and fleet wash facilities.
• VAPO-LOCK Encapsulating agent that forms bonds around hydrocarbons at molecular level, rendering liquids and vapors inert; reduces hydrocarbon vapor concentration below LEL (Lower Explosive Limit) for safe tank inspection and repair; 3% solution applied through Simplicity Fogger. For tank cleaning and confined space entry operators.
• GO-pHER Acid cleaner formulated for removal of rust from stainless steel tank interiors; concentrated acidic cleaner works rapidly when applied with foggers; super-chelation allows ease of rinsing without tank entry; prepares surface for passivation per ASTM-A967. For tank cleaning operators.
• DOUBLE PLAY Self emulsifying solvent degreaser with petroleum hydrocarbon base; non-chlorinated blend of solvents effective in removing oil, grease, tar, and fuel oil residues; free rinsing and non-residual; low volatility for soak vats and parts washers. For industrial maintenance and parts washing operations.
• ECONO-BRITE Powerful acidic cleaner for unpainted aluminum surfaces, removing road film, oxide buildup, and diesel smoke residues; safe for aluminum trailers, trucks, buses, and stainless steel tankers; biodegradable, highly concentrated with dilution up to 25:1 with water. For fleet operators and tank cleaning.
• D-STAIN Peroxygen destainer delivering oxygen power to remove stains and odors from fabrics, carpets, plastics, fiberglass, porcelain, wood, and concrete; dissolves readily releasing up to 27% hydrogen peroxide; powder form easy to ship and store; available in 5lb, 50lb, and 500lb sizes. For facility maintenance and carpet care.
• Electra Max 360 Electrostatic Handheld Sprayer Portable electrostatic mist sprayer with 129W motor, built-in negative ion generator, 1.8L bottle, and 20V rechargeable battery; creates fine mist for dispensing disinfectants and sanitizers; effective range of 9.5 ft (3 meters). For disinfecting homes, public areas, hospitals, and schools.
• Lafferty Portable Precision Fogger Chemical atomizer using compressed air to draw and project pre-diluted chemical solution as small to medium damp particles up to 15 feet; self-contained portable system with on-board 120V air compressor for disinfection, sanitizing, odor control, and humidification applications. For facility disinfection and odor control.
• Eagle II Electric Mister Dual-purpose pressure washer (1,200 psi @ 2 gpm) and mister for dispensing disinfection products (300-900 psi @ .11-.24 gpm); corrosion-resistant aluminum frame with ergonomic design and airless tires. For fleet wash and large-area disinfection.
• John-Henry Simplicity Fogger 2-Way Tank Fogger with 3-inch stainless steel cap using compressed air (14.8 CFM @ 80 PSI) and venturi action; projects light damp fog particles in 2 directions up to 25 feet for sanitizing tanker trucks and large vessels. For tank cleaning operators.
• Vital Oxide Combo #1 Pre-configured disinfectant/sanitizer combo including one case of Vital Oxide (4 x 128oz bottles), two towelette kits (4 pull-out buckets with 4 x 300ct rolls each), and one Electra Max 360 electrostatic handheld sprayer for multi-application sanitizing. For facility and fleet sanitation programs.
• Industrial Cleaning Chemicals Wide range of industrial cleaning chemicals including degreasers (FAST BREAK, YARD DOG, MAGNUM, BREAK-OUT, DOUBLE PLAY), acid cleaners, and specialty formulations for manufacturing, processing, and industrial facility maintenance.
• Tank Cleaning Chemicals Chemicals and solutions for tank wash operations including pre-solves, encasing deodorizers (GAMMA NEBULA), stainless steel passivation solutions (PASSIVE 8), rust removers (GO-pHER), vapor scrubbers (VAPO-LOCK), and latex resin strippers for ISO tanks, tankwagons, IBC containers, tanker trucks, and rail cars.
• Food & Beverage Cleaning Chemicals Specialty cleaning chemicals for food processing and beverage industry including CIP cleaners, FRP panel cleaners, oven/grill cleaners, enzyme drain cleaners, and food-safe sanitizers (Vital Oxide NSF D2, AIR-DRY 21 CFR 178.1010) meeting USDA and FDA requirements.
• Floor Care Products Complete floor care solutions including finishes (DIAMOND FINISH, THERMO SHINE), strippers (MOP-N-STRIP), restorers (THE REJUVENATOR), neutral cleaners (NEUTRAL CLEAN), acrylic sealers (DURA SEAL), and defoamers for tile, carpet, concrete, rubber, and wood floors.
• Transportation Industry Cleaners Specialty cleaning solutions for aviation, trucking, maritime, hot shot, bus/charter, rail, and automotive industries including exterior wash products (FAST BREAK, BREAK-OUT, BRUSHLESS, ALUMINUM BRIGHTENER, ECONO-BRITE) and interior fabric/leather care products.

Quantifiable outcome

• Kills 99.999% of bacteria including E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria in less than 60 seconds (Vital Oxide with NSF D2 classification)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• TankWashSolutions.comcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTankWashSolutions.com serves as an affiliated resource for tank cleaning systems, chemicals, equipment, and waste water solutions. John-Henry Enterprises links to this partner site for comprehensive tank cleaning offerings including equipment and waste water technologies.
• PressureZone.comcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPressureZone.com is an affiliated resource for industrial-grade pressure washers, parts, accessories, and service. The partnership provides customers with complementary pressure washing equipment to use with John-Henry cleaning chemicals.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

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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