Barrettine Industrial

What Barrettine Industrial does

Barrettine Industrial is a trading division of J.V. Barrett & Co Ltd, a Bristol-headquartered private chemical company founded in 1879 that operates within a four-division group alongside Barrettine Products (DIY and homecare), Barrettine Environmental Health (pest control), and Woodman Hill (private label). The Industrial division specialises in the distribution of petrochemical solvents and chemicals to B2B customers across UK industrial and manufacturing markets, including coatings, adhesives, inks, graphic arts, cleaning, pharmaceutical, printing and personal-care sectors. The group is led by Steven Bailey as Group Managing Director and remains family-owned with no external institutional investment or public listing.

The product portfolio is organised around four core categories—Hydrocarbon Solvents (aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons such as solvent naphtha, D40–D80 grades, toluene, xylene, white spirit and heptane), Chemical Solvents (alcohols, ketones, esters and glycol ethers including acetone, MEK, IPA, ethyl acetate, methanol and THF), Specialist Blending (toll manufacturing, dilution and high shear mixing of bespoke formulations) and Allied Products (wood preservatives, paint strippers, acids, alkalis, packed pellets, powders and gels). These are complemented by three formal service offerings: Formulation and Blending, Packing and Delivery, and Technical Support. Underlying technical capability rests on 30+ years of formulation expertise, an in-house laboratory, access to internationally recognised analytical laboratories, REACH compliance support, and ISO 9001 (quality) and ISO 14001 (environmental, achieved 2016) certifications.

Commercial operations are anchored by long-term relationships with prime petrochemical producers that guarantee product quality and supply continuity. Distribution is delivered through a combination of own-fleet vehicles and trusted haulier partners, with strategically located storage facilities and UN-approved packaging spanning 1-litre containers through 1000-litre IBCs and bulk tankers—a packaging breadth the company characterises as 'almost unique' among UK solvent distributors. The revenue model combines one-time product sales (solvents and chemicals across small pack, drum, IBC and bulk formats) with professional-services revenue from toll manufacturing and bespoke blending. Pricing is quote-based, with a £250 minimum order value, a £450 carriage-paid threshold, and a £50 carriage charge applied to sub-threshold orders. Marketing is conducted primarily through the company's website, direct phone/email contact, and industry association channels (British Coatings Federation and Solvents Industry Association).

Name

Barrettine Industrial

Legal name

J.V. Barrett & Co Ltd

Website

https://barrettineind.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1879

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Barrettine Industrial is a Bristol, UK-based B2B petrochemical solvent distributor serving industrial and manufacturing customers across coatings, adhesives, pharmaceutical, and cleaning sectors, supplying hydrocarbon and chemical solvents plus custom blending and REACH-compliant technical support.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Chemical Distribution

NAICS

Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers (4246), Basic Chemical Manufacturing (3251), Other Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing (3259)

SIC

Wholesale-Chemicals & Allied Products (5160), Industrial Organic Chemicals (2860), Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890)

akta.pro primary industry

Commodity Organic Chemicals (Solvents & Intermediates) (IMAEAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Bulk Industrial Solvents (IMAEAAAE), Chlor-Alkali & Derivatives (IMAEAAAC)

Keywords

• Petrochemical solvent distribution
• Chemical blending services
• Industrial chemical supply
• Toll manufacturing solvents
• Hydrocarbon solvent products

Headquarters

HQ city

Bristol

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Solvent and Chemical Distribution: Distribution of petrochemical solvents and chemicals including hydrocarbon solvents, alcohols, ketones, esters, aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons, and chlorinated solvents. Revenue generated from product sales across small pack, drum, and bulk tanker formats.
2. Formulation and Blending Services: Toll manufacturing, blending, dilution and high shear mixing services. Bespoke blending and manufacturing to customer specifications. Professional services revenue from technical expertise.
3. Allied Products: Additional products including wood preservatives, paint strippers, acids, alkalis, packing of pellets/powders, blending of solids and liquids, and manufacturing and packing of gels.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Barrettine Industrial is a trading division of J.V. Barrett & Co Ltd that distributes petrochemical solvents and chemicals to a wide range of business sectors. The company supplies hydrocarbon solvents, chemical solvents (alcohols, ketones, esters, glycol ethers), specialist blending/toll manufacturing services, and allied products (wood preservatives, paint strippers, acids, alkalis) in pack sizes ranging from 1 litre containers to bulk tankers. It also offers formulation and blending, packing and delivery, and technical support services backed by in-house laboratory facilities and REACH compliance expertise.

Product overview

Barrettine Industrial is a trading division of J.V. Barrett & Co Ltd specialising in the distribution of petrochemical solvents and chemicals to business sectors. The company's product portfolio comprises four core product categories: Hydrocarbon Solvents (aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons), Chemical Solvents (alcohols, ketones, esters, glycol ethers), Specialist Blending (custom formulation and toll manufacturing), and Allied Products (wood preservatives, paint strippers, acids, alkalis). These are complemented by three service offerings: Formulation and Blending, Packing and Delivery, and Technical Support. The company supplies products in containers from 1 litre to 1000 litre IBCs and bulk tankers, positioning itself as a solvent specialist with regulatory compliance (REACH) and quality certifications (ISO 9001, ISO 14001).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hydrocarbon Solvents Range of hydrocarbon solvents including aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons sourced from prime petrochemical producers, covering products such as C9/C10 Aromatic Solvent Naphtha, D40/D60/D70-D80, toluene, xylene, white spirit, and heptane for industrial applications in adhesives, paints, cleaning, coatings, and graphic arts.
• Chemical Solvents Comprehensive range of alcohols, ketones, esters, and glycol ethers supplied by prime petrochemical producers including acetone, butanol, methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), isopropanol (IPA), ethyl acetate, methanol, and tetrahydrofuran (THF) for industrial coatings, adhesives, pharmaceuticals, personal care, and printing applications.
• Specialist Blending Custom blending, dilution, and high shear mixing services for toll manufacturing, enabling bespoke product formulations to customer specifications alongside the company's standard solvent range.
• Allied Products Supplementary chemical products including wood preservatives, paint strippers, acids, alkalis, as well as packing and manufacturing services for pellets, powders, gels, and blended solid/liquid products.
• Formulation and Blending Service Toll manufacturing, blending, dilution, and high shear mixing services with confidential service agreements, operating from 1 litre to 1000 litre IBC containers and offering bespoke solutions outside standard product specifications for industrial customers.
• Packing and Delivery Service Continuity of supply service using company fleet and trusted haulier partners, delivering products in UN approved containers from 1 litre through to 1000 litre IBCs and bulk tankers.
• Technical Support Service Technical support including in-house laboratory facilities and access to internationally recognised analytical laboratories for complex analyses, with expertise in REACH regulations and solvent applications for industrial customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Supply continuity even during market shortages due to long-term producer relationships
• +1 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• British Coatings Federation (BCF)coreOthersIndustry association membership providing valuable sources of information for support and guidance on coatings and chemical regulations.
• Solvents Industry Association (SIA)coreOthersIndustry association membership providing support and guidance on solvents industry regulations and best practices.
• Prime Petrochemical ProducerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term relationships with world-leading petrochemical producers guaranteeing quality of products and total continuity of supply. Products efficiently transported by sea and stored in strategically located state-of-the-art facilities.
• Trusted Haulier PartnersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExcellent partnerships with trusted hauliers to deliver products on promises of service. Own fleet of vehicles combined with haulier partners to meet increasing demands of industry.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Helm AG: Hamburg-based family-owned chemical distribution and marketing company with global presence. Closely comparable to Barrettine as a privately-held chemical distributor with long-term producer relationships and broad product range.
• Brenntag: Global market leader in chemical and ingredients distribution, serving industrial customers across solvents, coatings, and adhesives. Directly comparable to Barrettine on the solvent distribution business, but operates at vastly larger scale with global footprint.
• Biesterfeld: Hamburg-based chemical distributor with strong European footprint in industrial chemicals, specialty chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Comparable to Barrettine on industrial chemicals distribution and long-term producer relationships.
• Azelis: Specialty chemicals and food ingredients distributor with strong European presence. Comparable to Barrettine on industrial solvents and additives distribution, but with broader product portfolio and M&A-driven growth model.
• Univar Solutions: Major North American and European chemical distributor with extensive solvent and specialty chemicals portfolio. Comparable to Barrettine in petrochemical solvent distribution, with similar customer base in industrial coatings and adhesives.
• IMCD: Global specialty chemicals distributor focused on formulation and application support. Comparable to Barrettine on the bespoke blending and technical services side, but with broader specialty chemicals scope and global presence.

Direct peers

• Harcros Chemicals: US and UK-based chemical distributor focused on industrial and specialty chemicals. Comparable to Barrettine on industrial solvents and chemical distribution with similar mid-market customer base and toll manufacturing services.
• Solventis: UK and European solvents distributor focused on glycol ethers and specialty solvents. Closely comparable to Barrettine on regional UK/European solvent distribution with similar customer base in coatings and industrial chemicals.
• Chemsolv: US-based solvent distributor specializing in industrial solvents, blending, and custom packaging. Direct comparable to Barrettine on solvent distribution, custom blending, and flexible packaging offerings.

Others

• Barrettine Products: Sibling division of Barrettine Group focused on DIY and homecare chemical products. Not a direct competitor but a related business operating within the same corporate group, sharing procurement and supplier relationships.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/barrettine-industrial-limited

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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

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