Roskhim

What Roskhim does

Roskhim (АО Росхим) is a privately held Russian chemical holding company headquartered in Moscow (nab. Tarasa Shevchenko, 23) that operates as a managing organization consolidating 36 industrial sites across 13 regions of Russia through eight production clusters: soda, petrochemical, chlor-alkali, biochemical, titanium dioxide, gas-chemical, mineral fertilizers, and boron derivatives. The company serves B2B industrial consumers in construction, glass, rubber/tire, agriculture, metallurgy, pulp and paper, petrochemical, and paint/coatings sectors, with export sales reaching India, China, Latin America, Belarus, and other markets. Its core subsidiaries include Sterlitamak Petrochemical Plant (SNKhZ), Bashkir Soda Company (BSK), Bereznikovsky Soda Factory (BSZ), DonBioTech, Metafrax Kemikals (97% stake, Russia's largest methanol producer), Volzhsky Orgsintez (one of Europe's largest chemical enterprises), Soda Khlopat, Dalnegorsky GOK, and Kuchuksulfat.

The company's product portfolio spans commodity and specialty chemicals: five rutile titanium dioxide grades (TiOx 220/230/270/271/280) produced via proprietary sulfate technology, calcined soda and sodium bicarbonate (largest Russian producer), methanol and formaldehyde derivatives (pentaerythritol, melamine, urotropin), synthetic rubbers (SKI-3, SKI-3S, SKI-5, SKI-5PM), Agidol-brand phenolic antioxidants (the only producer in Russia and the CIS), PVC (25% of Russian domestic demand), mineral fertilizers (ammophos, carbamide, nitroammophoska, sulfonamphos), boric acid, potassium hydroxide and carbonate, and feed amino acids (lysine, methionine, threonine, tryptophan, valine). Notable R&D outputs include patented titanium dioxide variants (TiOx-290 atmospheric-resistant, TiOx-291 light-fast, TiOx-271P for masterbatch, TiOx-106 hydrophobic) and Agidol-110 (with no domestic analogues, included in the Ministry of Industry and Trade import substitution plan). In June 2026, Roskhim initiated a joint project with Khepos Engineering to develop a specialized AI agent for material development that compresses R&D cycles from years to months and accelerates product launches 3–5x.

Roskhim generates revenue through direct B2B sales of chemical products under trading policies, contracts, and electronic trading platform auctions (TorgiRF), with its own procurement subsidiary OOO RKh-Snabzheniye handling internal supplies. Distribution is multimodal—road, rail, sea containers, and specialized tankers—with a dedicated marine terminal at the Nakhodka Mineral Fertilizers Plant supporting up to 1.8 million tons/year of planned throughput for methanol exports. Pricing is governed by product-specific trading policies but is not publicly disclosed at the line-item level. The company is structurally aligned with Russian state industrial policy, including the National Project "New Materials and Chemistry" and Ministry of Industry and Trade import substitution programs, and is secured by a 20-year natural gas supply contract with Gazprom providing over 3 billion cubic meters per year for NMTP.

Name

Roskhim

Legal name

Акционерное общество «Росхим»

Website

https://ruschem.ru

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

10,001+ employees

Short description

Roskhim is a privately held Russian chemical holding company managing 36 industrial sites across 13 regions through eight production clusters. It produces titanium dioxide, soda ash, methanol, synthetic rubbers, PVC, fertilizers, and antioxidants for B2B industrial consumers domestically and internationally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Chemical Manufacturing

NAICS

Other Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing (3259), Basic Chemical Manufacturing (3251), Petrochemical Manufacturing (325110), Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers (42469)

SIC

Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890), Wholesale-Chemicals & Allied Products (5160), Industrial Inorganic Chemicals (2810)

akta.pro primary industry

Textile, Leather & Paper Specialty Chemicals (IMAEABAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sulfur & Acid Gas Feedstocks (Sulfur, Sulfuric Acid, Mercaptans) (EUALAHAH), Commodity Surfactants & Detergent Base Chemicals (IMAEAAAI), Oilfield & Refining Specialty Chemicals (IMAEABAI)

Keywords

• Industrial chemical manufacturing
• Soda ash production
• Titanium dioxide pigments
• Mineral fertilizer production
• Petrochemical cluster

Headquarters

HQ city

Moscow

HQ country

Russia

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Chemical Products Sales: Roskhim generates revenue through the production and sale of chemical products manufactured by its subsidiary and managed enterprises. The product portfolio includes titanium dioxide, iron sulfate, sulfuric acid, calcined soda, methanol, formalin, synthetic rubbers, antioxidants (Agidol brand), melamine, pentaerythritol, urotropin, aminodicarboxylic acids, mineral fertilizers, sodium bicarbonate, and more. Sales are conducted through direct commercial channels, trading policies, and public procurement.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Roskhim is a managing holding company that aggregates Russian chemical production enterprises by cluster principle to produce and sell industrial chemicals. Its portfolio includes titanium dioxide pigments, soda ash, sodium bicarbonate, ferrous sulfate, sulfuric acid, sodium sulfate, methanol, formaldehyde, pentaerythritol, melamine, urotropin, isoprene synthetic rubbers, Agidol phenolic antioxidants, PVC, mineral fertilizers, caustic soda, potassium compounds, boric acid, calcium chloride, flotation reagents, carbon disulfide, and feed amino acids, sold to industrial B2B customers under published trading policies.

Product overview

Roskhim is a diversified Russian chemical industry holding company operating through 8 production clusters: soda, petrochemical, chlor-alkali, biochemical, titanium dioxide, gas chemistry, mineral fertilizers, and boron derivatives. The product portfolio includes titanium dioxide pigments (TiOx 220/230/270/271/280 grades), ferrous sulfate, sulfuric acid, calcined soda (technical and food grades), methanol and formaldehyde derivatives (pentaerythritol, melamine, urotropin), synthetic rubbers (SKI-3, SKI-5, SKI-5PM), phenolic antioxidants under Agidol brand (Agidol-110, 135L, 1, crystalline, fodder grades), PVC, flotation reagents, carbon disulfide, mineral fertilizers (ammophos, carbamide, nitroammophoska, sulfonamphos), sodium bicarbonate (largest Russian producer, planned pharmaceutical grade), natural sodium sulfate, boric acid and boron anhydride, potassium compounds (hydroxide, carbonate), calcium chloride, caustic soda, and feed amino acids (lysine, threonine, tryptophan, valine, methionine). The company positions itself as an integrated B2B supplier serving construction, glass, road, rubber, agriculture, metallurgy, and other industrial sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Агидол (Agidol): Brand of phenolic antioxidants produced by СНХЗ, used in petroleum refining, synthetic rubbers, plastics, feed, food products, and cosmetics.

Products and services

• Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) — TiOx grades (220, 230, 270, 271, 280) White rutile-form pigments (CAS 13463-67-7) with Si/Al and Zr/Al/organic surface treatments, brightness 96.5–98.0, hiding power 22–25 g/m², used in coatings, plastics superconcentrates, and paper.
• Soda Ash (Calcined Sodium Carbonate, Na2CO3) — Grades A and B Technical calcined soda used in metallurgy, chemical, petrochemical, oil refining, pulp and paper, and glass industries, where over 50% is consumed.
• Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO3) Sodium bicarbonate for food, feed, and industrial applications; pharmaceutical-grade production for hemodialysis solutions is in planning as of 2026.
• Ferrous Sulfate (FeSO4) — Marks A and B Iron(II) sulfate technical grade used in cement, power engineering, chemical industry, and non-ferrous metallurgy.
• Technical Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4, 94% monohydrate) Technical sulfuric acid (94% monohydrate) used in titanium dioxide production, artificial fiber, ethyl alcohol, fertilizers, aniline dyes, metallurgy, and leather industries.
• Methanol Methyl alcohol produced by Metafrax Kemikals, used as a base chemical for formaldehyde, pentaerythritol, melamine, urotropin, and biodiesel production.
• Formalin (Formaldehyde Solution) Formalin solution used in the production of resins, plastics, and chemical synthesis.
• Synthetic Isoprene Rubbers (SKI-3, SKI-3S, SKI-5, SKI-5PM) Isoprene rubbers (SKI-3, SKI-3S, SKI-5, SKI-5PM) used in tires, conveyor belts, and medical/food-contact products, plus neodymium polyisoprene rubbers.
• Agidol Phenolic Antioxidants (Agidol-110, Agidol-135L, Agidol-1 Crystalline, Agidol Fodder) Agidol brand phenolic antioxidants for polyethylene, polypropylene, PVC, PET, ABS plastics, polystyrene, thermoelastoplasts, synthetic rubbers, motor oils (Agidol-135L), and feed (Agidol Fodder); only producer in Russia and CIS.
• Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Suspension PVC for window profiles, door profiles, electrical cables, linoleum, artificial leather, high-strength pipes, and film materials; emulsion PVC production planned.
• Mineral Fertilizers (Ammophos, Carbamide, Nitroammophoska, Sulfonamphos) Ammophos (NP 12:52), carbamide, nitroammophoska (NPK), and sulfonamphos (NPS with high sulfur) fertilizers for agricultural crop production.
• Sodium Sulfate (Na2SO4) from Lake Kuchuk mirabilite Natural sodium sulfate from mirabilite, used in glass, detergent, and chemical industries as an eco-friendly filler in synthetic detergents.
• Caustic Soda (Sodium Hydroxide, NaOH) Sodium hydroxide produced via membrane technology, used in chemical manufacturing and industrial processing.
• Potassium Compounds (KOH and K2CO3) Liquid and solid potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) plus potassium carbonate produced via membrane technology at Soda Khlorat, used in fertilizers, food, and technical applications.
• Feed Amino Acids (Lysine, Threonine, Tryptophan, Valine, Methionine) Feed amino acids — lysine sulfate, lysine monohydrochloride, methionine, threonine, tryptophan, valine — produced via fermentation and chemical synthesis for animal feed.
• Boric Acid (Grade A and B) and Boric Anhydride Boric acid (Grades A and B) and boric anhydride produced by Dalnegorsky GOK, used in glass, metallurgy, atomic, light, and perfume industries.
• New Titanium Dioxide Grades (TiOx-271P, TiOx-290, TiOx-106, A-1 Anatase) Four specialized titanium dioxide grades launched for masterbatches/PVC, niche applications, atmospheric-resistant facade paints, and hydrophobic polymer products.
• Pentaerythritol (Technical and Micronized) Polyol used in production of paints, neoprene rubber, antioxidants, and explosives; micronized grade for lacquers, petroleum, agricultural, and tire materials.
• Melamine (Micronized) Organic compound used in producing laminates, plastics, adhesives, and flame-retardant coatings; micronized grade for lacquers.
• Flotation Reagents Chemical reagents used in mineral processing and flotation operations for ore enrichment, supplied by Volzhsky Orgsintez.
• Carbon Disulfide Chemical compound used in production of viscose, carbon tetrachloride, and as solvent in various chemical processes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Roskhim ensures 25% of Russia's domestic PVC demand for Russian clients
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Russian Institute of Standardization (FG BU 'Institut Standartizatsii')coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 June 2026Roskhim and the Russian Institute of Standardization are strengthening their partnership through participation in technical committees for standardization. The collaboration aims to develop national and interstate standards for the chemical industry, adapt standards to real industry needs, and enhance competitiveness of Russian chemistry on the international market.
• Khepos Engineering (Khepos Inzhiniring)coreTechnology or Integration · 18 June 2026Roskhim and Khepos Engineering announced the start of a joint project to develop a specialized AI agent as an engineering tool for Roskhim's group of enterprises. The AI model reduces the development cycle of innovative materials from years to months, accelerates product launches 3–5 times, and decreases research iterations. The project includes creating a working group with relevant ministries, the Academy of Sciences, and business.
• VK TechcoreTechnology or Integration · 20 May 2026Roskhim and VK Tech signed a cooperation agreement in digital transformation at the Digital Industry of Russia Conference (CIPR-2026). The agreement covers exchange of technological expertise, joint digital transformation projects, and deployment of VK Tech's IT products across Roskhim's enterprises. VK Tech is a Russian corporate software developer with a product ecosystem included in the Russian software registry and compliant with FSTEC requirements.
• Soyuzkrakhmal (Association of Grain Deep Processing Enterprises)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 April 2026Roskhim presented its DonBioTech deep grain processing project at the international conference 'ProKrakhmal-2026: From Raw Materials to Bioeconomy'. The association organizes the conference for deep processing enterprises, where Roskhim discussed its biotechnology projects for the agro-industrial complex.
• Russian Union of ChemistscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 April 2026Roskhim cooperates with the Russian Union of Chemists on sustainable development, holding joint meetings and working on ESG integration into the company's strategy. The Union also supported Roskhim's initiatives for updating GOST standards for synthetic detergents.
• Ufa State Petroleum Technical University (UGNTU)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 February 2026Five universities in Roskhim's regions of presence, including UGNTU and its branches, approved rules for awarding additional points to USE (EGE) results for schoolchildren who excelled in the Bolshaya Olimpiada Roskhim. UGNTU awards 10 points for winners and 7 points for prize-winners.
• Rosprirodnadzor (Federal Service for Environmental, Technological and Nuclear Supervision)coreOthersRoskhim works with Rosprirodnadzor on industrial safety, with regular working meetings and exchanges on regulatory changes in industrial safety. An outreach session of Rosknadzor took place at Volzhsky Orgsintez as part of a Roskhim strategy session on occupational safety.
• Association of Olympiad Mentors MovementminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Bolshaya Olimpiada Roskhim is organized by Roskhim and its enterprises, Ufa State Petroleum Technical University, and the Association of Olympiad Mentors Movement. The association supports talent identification and educational programs for schoolchildren interested in chemistry.
• GazpromcoreOthersA 20-year natural gas supply contract was signed with Gazprom for the Nakhodka Mineral Fertilizers Plant, providing over 3 billion cubic meters of gas per year as the primary raw material for methanol production.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Uralchem: Russian producer of nitrogen and complex mineral fertilizers with vertically integrated operations. Comparable as a Russian diversified chemical and fertilizer producer serving domestic and export markets.
• Sibur: Russia's largest petrochemical holding, operating a similar cluster-based model across olefins, polymers, and specialty chemicals with vertically integrated feedstock. Directly comparable as a Russian diversified chemical holding serving domestic and export markets.
• EuroChem: Major Russian mineral fertilizer and chemical producer with vertically integrated nitrogen, phosphate, and potash operations. Comparable cluster structure and overlapping exposure to Russian domestic and CIS export markets for fertilizers and feed additives.
• PhosAgro: Russia's leading phosphate-based fertilizer producer, vertically integrated from phosphate rock mining to finished NPK products. Directly comparable in Russian basic/agro chemicals with similar state-aligned strategy and export focus.
• Kazanorgsintez: Russian producer of PVC, polyethylene, and petrochemicals based in Tatarstan. Directly comparable to Roskhim's PVC and petrochemical clusters (Roskhim supplies 25% of Russia's PVC market; Kazanorgsintez is a competing Russian PVC producer).
• KuibyshevAzot: Russian chemical company producing caprolactam, polyamide, fertilizers, and industrial chemicals in the Samara region. Comparable as a regionally anchored Russian diversified chemicals manufacturer.
• Acron: Russian mineral fertilizer and chemical company producing ammonia, urea, NPK, and industrial chemicals. Directly comparable portfolio overlap with Roskhim's mineral fertilizer and basic chemicals segments.
• Nizhnekamskneftekhim (NKNH): One of the largest petrochemical companies in Eastern Europe producing synthetic rubbers, olefins, and isoprene monomers. Directly comparable to Roskhim's synthetic rubber and petrochemical clusters (SKI-3, SKI-5, neodymium polyisoprene rubbers).

Broad incumbents

• Tronox Holdings: Global TiO2 pigment specialist with vertically integrated mineral sands mining. Comparable as a TiO2 producer with sulfate and chloride technology, though broader global presence versus Roskhim's domestic Russian focus.
• BASF: Global integrated chemical incumbent with broad portfolio spanning basic, specialty, and agricultural chemicals. Comparable as a multinational diversified chemicals producer, though far larger and globally diversified versus Roskhim's Russian-centric footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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