Palonot
Palonot Oy is a Finnish subsidiary of Bang & Bonsomer Group that sells Palonot F1, a patented ionic-liquid fire-retardant treatment for industrial wood-based construction materials (mass timber, CLT, LVL, glulam, plywood, wood-fiber insulation). It serves wood-product manufacturers, builders, and developers via direct enterprise sales.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2016
- HeadquartersEspoo, Finland
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Palonot does
Palonot Oy is a Finnish private technology company and wholly-owned subsidiary of Bang & Bonsomer Group Oy, operating as a dedicated unit within the group's Adhesives & WoodTec Business Unit from its headquarters in Espoo. The company develops and sells Palonot F1, a fire-retardant treatment for wood-based construction materials — including mass timber, CLT, LVL, glulam, plywood, thermally modified wood, cladding, and wood-fiber insulation — built on patented ionic liquid chemistry. The formulation is positioned as a non-toxic, biocide-free alternative to conventional mineral-based fire retardants, free from Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) and indoor air pollutants, and has achieved Euroclass B-s1,d0 and B-s2,d0 fire classifications (EN 13501-1) plus DRF INT2 durability (EN 16755:2017), along with E1 and M1 low-emission labels.
The product is applied through three industrial modalities — surface treatment, vacuum-pressure impregnation, or immersion — and is designed to integrate into existing mass-production lines with minimal drying time and process adaptation. Palonot monetizes via direct B2B sales to industrial wood-product manufacturers, builders, and developers, with quote-based pricing and multi-year contract structures; it leverages Bang & Bonsomer's established Nordic and international chemical distribution network for market access. The company has 1-10 employees, a single commercial product, and no disclosed revenue, funding history, or management team data.
Palonot firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Palonot
- Legal name
- Palonot Oy
- Website
- https://palonot.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2016
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- Palonot Oy is a Finnish subsidiary of Bang & Bonsomer Group that sells Palonot F1, a patented ionic-liquid fire-retardant treatment for industrial wood-based construction materials (mass timber, CLT, LVL, glulam, plywood, wood-fiber insulation). It serves wood-product manufacturers, builders, and developers via direct enterprise sales.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Palonot industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Fire Retardant Chemicals
- NAICS
- Petrochemical Manufacturing (32511)
- SIC
- Chemicals & Allied Products (2800), Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Wood Treatment & Specialty Preservatives (IMAEABAO)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Fireproofing & Intumescent Coatings (IMAIAKAH)
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Where Palonot is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Espoo
- HQ country
- Finland
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Palonot business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain
Revenue model
- Fire Retardant Products and Solutions: Palonot generates revenue through the sale of its Palonot F1 fire retardant product line and associated application solutions for industrial wood manufacturers. The company offers products compatible with existing manufacturing infrastructure including surface treatment, vacuum-pressure impregnation, and immersion treatment processes.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Industrial fire retardant solutions - quote-based pricing |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels3 records
Palonot product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Palonot develops and sells Palonot F1, a patented ionic liquid-based fire retardant product for wood-based construction materials including mass timber, CLT, LVL, glulam, plywood, and wood-fiber insulation. The non-toxic, biocide-free solution achieves Euroclass B-s1,d0 and B-s2,d0 fire classifications and is applied via surface treatment, vacuum-pressure impregnation, or immersion treatment in industrial manufacturing lines.
Product overview
Palonot offers a single core product, Palonot F1, which is a next-generation fire-retardant solution for the wood-based construction industry. The product uses ionic liquid technology and can be applied through three methods: surface treatment, vacuum-pressure impregnation, and immersion treatment. Palonot F1 integrates into mass production lines and is designed for various wood types including spruce, birch, pine, plywood, timber, CLT, LVL, glulam structures, and wood-fiber insulation materials.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Palonot F1 Palonot F1 is a non-toxic, biocide-free fire retardant for industrial wood-based construction materials. It achieves Euroclass B-s1,d0 and B-s2,d0 fire classifications per EN 13501-1, DRF INT2 durability per EN 16755:2017, and meets E1 and M1 low-emission standards. Applied via surface treatment, vacuum-pressure impregnation, or immersion treatment. Designed for spruce, birch, pine, plywood, CLT, LVL, glulam, and wood-fiber insulation.
Companies that use Palonot
Customer profileSegments1 record
Ideal customer profiles1 record
Palonot technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature1 record
Palonot partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- Bang & Bonsomer Group OycorePalonot operates as a business unit within Bang & Bonsomer Group Oy's Adhesives & WoodTec division. The parent company provides corporate infrastructure, distribution network, and organizational resources. Palonot leverages Bang & Bonsomer's established industry relationships and market presence in the Nordic region and beyond.
Recent moves4 records
Expansion highlights3 records
Palonot competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- LANXESS: LANXESS is a German specialty chemicals company with a significant flame retardants portfolio serving construction, electronics, and other industries. Comparable to Palonot as a broader flame retardant supplier with established market presence, extensive R&D capabilities, and a diversified product portfolio spanning multiple end markets.
- BASF: BASF is the world's largest chemical company with a broad portfolio including flame retardants for construction and industrial applications. Comparable to Palonot as a broad incumbent in chemical solutions for construction materials, though BASF's fire retardant offerings are one segment within a vastly larger portfolio.
- Clariant: Clariant is a Swiss specialty chemicals company with flame retardant offerings and a focus on sustainable solutions. Comparable to Palonot in providing specialty chemicals for industrial applications with emphasis on sustainability, though operating at significantly larger scale and broader product range.
- Arxada: Arxada (which acquired Lonza's wood protection business) is a global specialty chemicals company with a major wood protection portfolio including fire retardants. Comparable to Palonot as a larger incumbent in wood protection chemicals with significantly broader geographic reach, product range, and customer base across multiple wood treatment applications.
Direct peers
- NORDtreat: NORDtreat is a Finnish/Nordic company specializing in fire retardant treatments for wood products including claddings and construction materials. Directly comparable to Palonot as both offer non-toxic, eco-friendly fire retardant solutions targeting the Nordic wood construction market with similar application methods and customer segments.
- Koppers: Koppers is a global leader in wood preservation technologies and treatment chemicals for residential, industrial, and infrastructure applications through its Performance Chemicals segment. Comparable to Palonot as both supply fire retardant and preservation chemicals to industrial wood treatment markets with similar technical specifications.
- Troy Corporation: Troy Corporation is a specialty chemical manufacturer producing biocides, flame retardants, and performance chemicals for industrial applications including wood treatment. Comparable to Palonot as a specialty chemical supplier targeting wood treatment and fire protection markets with similar technical focus on industrial B2B customers.
- Italmatch Chemicals: Italmatch Chemicals is a global specialty chemical company producing flame retardants and performance chemicals for industrial applications. Comparable to Palonot as a direct competitor in the flame retardants market with similar focus on sustainable solutions and specialty formulations for construction and industrial uses.
Regional players
- Hoover Treated Wood Products: Hoover Treated Wood Products is a US-based manufacturer of fire-retardant treated wood products for commercial and industrial construction applications. Comparable to Palonot as a downstream user and applier of fire retardant technologies in the wood construction market, though primarily serving the North American market rather than European/Nordic geographies.
Emerging players
- FlameOFF Coatings: FlameOFF Coatings is an emerging company specializing in fire retardant coatings for construction materials including wood and structural applications. Comparable to Palonot as an emerging player in the fire protection space with similar focus on non-toxic, sustainable solutions, though with a coating rather than impregnation technology approach.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat3 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights5 records
Customer concentration
Palonot social profiles
Digital presencePalonot compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance5 records
Palonot financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Palonot leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Palonot funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Palonot M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Palonot
What does Palonot do?
Palonot develops and sells Palonot F1, a patented ionic liquid-based fire retardant product for wood-based construction materials including mass timber, CLT, LVL, glulam, plywood, and wood-fiber insulation. The non-toxic, biocide-free solution achieves Euroclass B-s1,d0 and B-s2,d0 fire classifications and is applied via surface treatment, vacuum-pressure impregnation, or immersion treatment in industrial manufacturing lines.
Is Palonot a public or private company?
Palonot is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Palonot founded?
Palonot was founded in 2016. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is Palonot based?
Palonot is headquartered in Espoo, Finland, in the Europe region.
How does Palonot make money?
One revenue line is on record: fire Retardant Products and Solutions.
Who are Palonot's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are LANXESS, BASF, Clariant and Arxada. Direct peers are NORDtreat, Koppers, Troy Corporation and Italmatch Chemicals. Hoover Treated Wood Products is listed as a regional player. FlameOFF Coatings is listed as an emerging player.
Does Palonot have an API?
No public API is recorded for Palonot.
What industry is Palonot in?
Palonot's product category is Fire Retardant Chemicals. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAEABAO, Wood Treatment & Specialty Preservatives, with a secondary code of IMAIAKAH, Fireproofing & Intumescent Coatings. Its NAICS code is 32511 and its SIC code is 2800.