Bjørn Thorsen A/S
Privately owned Danish specialty raw materials distributor serving manufacturers across 35+ European countries with thermoplastic elastomers, performance materials, coatings, adhesives, and proprietary formulation brands.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1952
- HeadquartersHellerup, Denmark
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
Bjørn Thorsen A/S firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Bjørn Thorsen A/S
- Legal name
- Bjørn Thorsen A/S
- Website
- https://bjorn-thorsen.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1952
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Privately owned Danish specialty raw materials distributor serving manufacturers across 35+ European countries with thermoplastic elastomers, performance materials, coatings, adhesives, and proprietary formulation brands.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Bjørn Thorsen A/S industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Specialty Raw Materials Distribution
- NAICS
- Resin, Synthetic Rubber, and Artificial and Synthetic Fibers and Filaments Manufacturing (3252), Resin and Synthetic Rubber Manufacturing (32521)
- SIC
- Plastic Materials, Synth Resins & Nonvulcan Elastomers (2821)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE/TPU/TPV) Compounds (IMANABAC)
Keywords
Where Bjørn Thorsen A/S is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Hellerup
- HQ country
- Denmark
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices4 records
Markets served
Bjørn Thorsen A/S business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Specialty Raw Materials Distribution: Distribution of specialty raw materials including thermoplastic elastomers, specialty plastics, additives, solutions for adhesives & coatings, and performance materials to manufacturers across Europe.
- Own Brand Products: Revenue from proprietary brands: Customized Compound Solutions (CCS), Acti-Tech Compatibilizers, Nordic Formulation Technology (NFT), and Digital Serigraphic Technologies (DST). These include tailor-made TPEs, powders, liquid formulations, and specialty chemicals developed in-house.
- Technical and Regulatory Support Services: Technical and regulatory support services including ESG and REACH competence, material selection assistance, and application engineering support.
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels3 records
Bjørn Thorsen A/S product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Bjørn Thorsen A/S is a privately owned European distributor of specialty raw materials, founded in Denmark in 1952. The company distributes thermoplastic elastomers, specialty plastics, additives, solutions for adhesives & coatings, and other performance materials across Europe under three divisions: Performance Materials & Coatings, Advanced Polymer Solutions, and Thermoplastic Elastomers. It complements distribution with four proprietary own brands—CCS (custom TPE compounds), Acti-Tech™ Compatibilizers, NFT (liquid formulations), and DST (textile decoration consumables)—plus dedicated R&D labs and production facilities in Denmark and France.
Product overview
Bjørn Thorsen A/S is a privately owned European distributor of specialty raw materials offering a comprehensive portfolio across three main business divisions: Performance Materials & Coatings (covering coatings, adhesives, sealants, construction, bitumen/roadmarking, and composites), Advanced Polymer Solutions (encompassing specialty plastics, adhesive solutions, and additives for compounds/masterbatches), and Thermoplastic Elastomers (including TPU, TPV, TPC, TPO, TPE-S, and EVA). The company complements its distribution business with four proprietary own brands developed since 2015: Customized Compound Solutions (CCS) for tailored TPE compounds, Nordic Formulation Technology (NFT) for liquid formulations, Digital Serigraphic Technologies (DST) for textile decoration consumables, and Acti-Tech™ Compatibilizers for polymer modification. Headquartered in Copenhagen with operations across Europe, the company serves customers from central and local warehouses ensuring flexible logistics and supply security.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Customized Compound Solutions (CCS): Brand launched in 2015 for development of special TPE compounds, bridging the gap between commercially available TPE grades and customers' unique needs.
- Acti-Tech™ Compatibilizers
- Nordic Formulation Technology (NFT)
- Digital Serigraphic Technologies (DST)
Products and services
- Performance Materials & Coatings Distribution of high-performance specialty raw materials including coatings, adhesives, sealants, construction solutions, bitumen & roadmarking, and composite solutions for industrial applications across Europe.
- Advanced Polymer Solutions Distribution of specialty plastics, additives for compounds and masterbatches, and adhesive solutions serving transportation, medical, industrial, energy, consumer, packaging, and building & construction manufacturers.
- Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE) Distribution of high-performance thermoplastic elastomers including TPU, TPV, TPC, TPO, TPE-S, and EVA, with technical support and customer service across European markets.
- Customized Compound Solutions (CCS) In-house brand developing alloys, compounds and customized thermoplastic elastomers tailored to specific customer requirements, bridging the gap between commercially available TPE grades and unique needs.
- Acti-Tech™ Compatibilizers Proprietary range of functionalized compatibilizers used as impact modifiers for stiff polar engineering thermoplastics, coupling agents enabling higher filler loadings, adhesion promoters, and performance boosters for recycled feeds.
- Nordic Formulation Technology (NFT) Tailored liquid formulations including special coatings, dispersions, and additives produced through affiliated production company Nordic Formulation Technology A/S based in Svendborg, Denmark.
- Digital Serigraphic Technologies (DST) Brand combining consumables (PET films, papers, inks and adhesives) for making heat transfers via traditional screenprinting, digital hybrid printing, and DTF for textile decoration.
Companies that use Bjørn Thorsen A/S
Customer profileSegments8 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Bjørn Thorsen A/S technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Bjørn Thorsen A/S partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
28 partnerships are on record, tiered core and strategic.
- ArkemacoreArkema provides asphalt emulsifiers (Emulsamine®, Dinoram®, Polyram®), hot and warm mix additives (Cecabase®), and recycled asphalt pavement solutions. Bjørn Thorsen distributes these products across Northern Europe for asphalt, roofing, and road marking applications.
- BYKcoreBYK is a core partner providing comprehensive range of wetting, dispersing, surface, and rheology modifiers, defoamers, and wax additives. Their solutions enable low-emission, VOC-free formulations for coatings, adhesives, and sealants.
- Sun ChemicalcoreSun Chemical provides comprehensive portfolio of pigments, functional colorants, specialized dyes, and effect pigments (aluminum, gold bronze, pearlescent, PVD) for coatings, inks, and construction applications.
- LubrizolcoreLubrizol provides industrial thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) resins, Isoplast® ETP, Estaloc™ TPU, and bio-based TPU solutions (Pearlbond™ ECO, ESTANE® ECO). Distribution partnership expanded to Germany and Hungary in March 2026.
- CabotcoreCabot provides fumed silica (CAB-O-SIL®, CAB-O-SPERSE®), specialty carbon black pigments, and ENOVA® hydrophobic silica aerogels for coatings, sealants, and adhesives.
- BorealiscoreBorealis provides polyolefins (PP, PE), Queo™ plastomers and elastomers, serving packaging, automotive, and construction industries with both virgin and recycled-grade materials.
- SNCZstrategicStrategic cooperation with SNCZ for anticorrosive pigments expanded to Finland and the Baltics (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania) in April 2026. Provides advanced Zinc Phosphate, Polyphosphate, and Chromate-free anti-corrosive pigments.
- SilysiamontstrategicStrategic partnership expanded to the Baltics in April 2026 for distribution of Silysia® high-performance matting agents for coatings and inks applications.
- SwancorcoreBjørn Thorsen distributes Swancor's vinyl ester resins, epoxy systems, and recyclable thermosetting resins (EzCiclo, CleaVER) in Northern Europe and UK for FRP applications including anti-corrosion, windmill, marine, and construction.
- NurelcoreNurel provides Promyde® Polyamide 6 and 6.6, Proxylene® PBT/PET compounds, Olexene® PE & PP compounds, and Inzea® biopolymers. Available in both standard and recycled grades.
- GebacoreGeba supplies virgin and recycled plastic compounds including ABS, ASA, PA, PC/ABS, PC, POM, PBT, and PMMA grades under various brand names (Gebabs, Gebaran, Gebamid, etc.).
- Xianglong (Shandong Xianglong New Materials)coreXianglong provides Chanlon™ high-performance specialty polyamides including transparent nylon, barrier nylon, and long chain PA (PA1010, PA1012) for electronics, automotive, construction, medical, and consumer applications.
- DRT (Dérivés Résiniques et Terpéniques)coreDRT provides tackifying resins and water-based dispersions derived from plant-based, renewable pine gum rosins including Polygral, Hydrogal, Gresinox, Dertoline, and Dermulsene product lines.
- CH-PolymerscoreCH-Polymers supplies next-generation alkyd emulsions and dispersions focusing on bio-containing polymers and low-emission waterborne coatings for transition away from fossil-based resources.
- Vink ChemicalscoreVink Chemicals provides biocides, fungicides, algaecides, and preservatives (Parmetol®, Grotan®, Grotanol®, Vinkocide®) for in-can and dry-film preservation across BPR classes PT2, PT6, PT7, PT9, PT11, PT12, PT13.
- ValtriscoreValtris provides Santicizer®, Platinum, and Cereplas™ fast-fusing plasticizer portfolios including adipates, trimellitates, DOTP, and sebacates for PVC, polyurethane, and polysulfide applications.
- Honeywell UOPcoreHoneywell UOP provides molecular sieves (L Powder, L-Paste, 4A Activated Powder) for moisture and volatile gas management in polyurethane systems, natural gases, and biogas applications.
- VandeputtecoreVandeputte supplies bio-based binders, vegetable oil fatty acid derivatives (Veopol, Veonox, Veolin, Veorez, Veomix, Veosol, Veopur) with up to 98% bio-sourced carbon content for decorative and wood protection coatings.
- Vil ResinscoreVil Resins provides alkyd resins and modified binders including Vilaqua waterborne alkyds, Vilkyd alkyd resins, Vilacryl thermoplastic acrylics, and saturated polyester resins for wood and metal protection.
- TrinseocoreTrinseo provides LIGOS™ SBR binders for membranes and construction solutions, as well as Styrene Acrylics and SBR Latex for waterproofing coatings with excellent flexibility and durability.
- ASK ChemicalscoreASK Chemicals provides ASCOFEN™ phenolic resins, DONACARBO carbon fibers, and NECOWEL™ PU-modified alkyd emulsions for high-performance industrial applications.
- Deutsche Baryt-IndustriecoreDeutsche Baryt-Industrie supplies ultra-fine natural barium sulphate (Albaryt, Albasoft, Barytmehl ranges) providing elevated opacity and chemical resistance for formulations.
- SachtlebencoreSachtleben provides BLANC FIXE™ Synthetic Barium Sulphate, a high-purity functional filler with superior opacity and whiteness that acts as a performance multiplier with TiO2 or colored pigments.
- EGE KIMYAcoreEGE KIMYA provides EGEDry® advanced siccatives and bio-sourced metal carboxylate hardeners designed to accelerate drying profiles while supporting transition away from traditional heavy metals.
- I.R.P. (Indústria Recicladora de Plásticos)coreI.R.P. supplies high-quality recycled polymers (LDPE, LLDPE, HDPE, PP) from PCR waste streams available in natural and black grades for extrusion applications.
- InotalcoreInotal provides ALOLT high-purity aluminum hydroxides as environmentally friendly, halogen-free flame retardant additives for plastics, rubber, cables, and adhesives.
- WoodComposites SwedencoreWoodComposites Sweden supplies Durasense® biocomposites (woodcompounds) combining polyolefins with lignocellulosic fibers for up to 80% reduced CO2 footprint in various applications.
- Chem-TrendcoreChem-Trend provides Ultra Purge™ purging compounds and LUSIN® process aids including cleaners, lubricants, protective agents, and release agents for thermoplastics processing.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves10 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Bjørn Thorsen A/S competitors and assessment
Company assessmentPeers
Direct peers
- Biesterfeld AG: One of Europe's leading distributors of specialty chemicals and plastics, headquartered in Hamburg with operations across Europe. Directly comparable to Bjørn Thorsen as a mid-sized European specialty raw materials distributor serving plastics, elastomers, coatings, and adhesives end-markets with technical support and own-brand products.
- Helm AG: Hamburg-based global chemical distribution company with strong European footprint in specialty raw materials, plastics, and elastomers. Comparable to Bjørn Thorsen in distributing specialty inputs to plastics, coatings, and adhesives manufacturers across multiple European territories.
- TER Chemicals GmbH & Co. KG: Hamburg-based distributor of specialty raw materials serving plastics, coatings, adhesives, and elastomers manufacturers across Europe. Similar mid-sized, technical-distribution profile with own production and compounding capabilities comparable to Bjørn Thorsen's CCS and NFT operations.
- Nordmann, Rassmann GmbH (Nordmann): Hamburg-based European distributor of specialty chemicals, additives, and raw materials with a long history (since 1912) and similar distribution-plus-technical-services model. Closely comparable to Bjørn Thorsen in size, principal-based distribution model, and European territory coverage across plastics, coatings, and adhesives.
- KRAHN Chemie GmbH: Berlin-based European specialty chemicals distributor focused on plastics, elastomers, coatings, and adhesives raw materials. Highly comparable to Bjørn Thorsen in business model, customer segments, and value-added technical distribution with laboratory support.
Market position
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Bjørn Thorsen A/S social profiles
Digital presenceBjørn Thorsen A/S compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance2 records
Bjørn Thorsen A/S financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
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Bjørn Thorsen A/S leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles10 records
Bjørn Thorsen A/S subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries1 record
Bjørn Thorsen A/S funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Bjørn Thorsen A/S M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Bjørn Thorsen A/S
What does Bjørn Thorsen A/S do?
Bjørn Thorsen A/S is a privately owned European distributor of specialty raw materials, founded in Denmark in 1952. The company distributes thermoplastic elastomers, specialty plastics, additives, solutions for adhesives & coatings, and other performance materials across Europe under three divisions: Performance Materials & Coatings, Advanced Polymer Solutions, and Thermoplastic Elastomers. It complements distribution with four proprietary own brands—CCS (custom TPE compounds), Acti-Tech™ Compatibilizers, NFT (liquid formulations), and DST (textile decoration consumables)—plus dedicated R&D labs and production facilities in Denmark and France.
Is Bjørn Thorsen A/S a public or private company?
Bjørn Thorsen A/S is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Bjørn Thorsen A/S founded?
Bjørn Thorsen A/S was founded in 1952. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Bjørn Thorsen A/S based?
Bjørn Thorsen A/S is headquartered in Hellerup, Denmark, in the Europe region.
How does Bjørn Thorsen A/S make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Specialty Raw Materials Distribution is the primary driver. The others are own Brand Products and technical and Regulatory Support Services.
Who are Bjørn Thorsen A/S's main competitors?
Barentz International B.V. is listed as a peer. Direct peers are Biesterfeld AG, Helm AG, TER Chemicals GmbH & Co. KG, Nordmann, Rassmann GmbH (Nordmann) and KRAHN Chemie GmbH.
Does Bjørn Thorsen A/S have an API?
No public API is recorded for Bjørn Thorsen A/S.
What industry is Bjørn Thorsen A/S in?
Bjørn Thorsen A/S's product category is Specialty Raw Materials Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMANABAC, Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE/TPU/TPV) Compounds. Its NAICS code is 3252 and its SIC code is 2821.