What Lithofin AG does

Lithofin AG is a privately held German specialty chemical producer headquartered in Wendlingen am Neckar, founded in 1953, that develops and manufactures cleaning, impregnating, protecting, and maintenance products for natural stone, artificial stone, ceramic tiles, porcelain stoneware, terracotta, parquet, and laminate surfaces. Its portfolio is organized into differentiated sub-brands by surface type — MN (Natur- und Betonwerkstein) for natural and concrete stone, KF (Fliesen und Feinsteinzeug) for ceramic tiles and porcelain, UNI for universal ceramic and stone, COTTO for terracotta, P&L for parquet and laminate, plus HOME, PROFI, SETS, and the recently launched MN Betoncoating concrete coating family in three colors. The underlying technology spans acidic, alkaline, and solvent-based cleaners; water- and solvent-based impregnations (some certified food-safe under LFGB and EU Regulation 1935/2004 for kitchen countertop use); wax-based polishes; and a fluoride-based anti-slip treatment (RSG). The unifying commercial framework is the three-step Steinpflegesystem (Clean, Protect, Maintain), which packages the catalog into a recurring regimen.

Lithofin operates as a channel-mediated business with no direct-to-consumer e-commerce: in Germany products are sold exclusively through a bundesweites Händlernetzwerk (nationwide stationary specialist retailer network) supported by an online dealer locator, while internationally Lithofin maintains country-specific localized websites and distribution in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Austria, Switzerland, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Customer segments span DIY consumers (primary), professional installers and stone workers (Profi-Verarbeiter), outdoor maintenance applications, and commercial/public facilities subject to DGUV slip-resistance regulation. Revenue mechanics are one-time product purchase (no disclosed subscription, licensing, or service model), with pricing not publicly disclosed and conducted at the dealer channel level.

The company is family-controlled under the Stingel family — Garvin Stingel as Vorstand and Heinz-Peter Stingel as Chairman of the Supervisory Board — with no disclosed external institutional, PE, or VC ownership. Operations carry REACH downstream-user compliance and GDPR data protection compliance, and the Lithofin® trademark is registered. The company is actively operating, with current job postings in application technology and production, and trade events scheduled through 2026, but no revenue, headcount, or financial performance figures are publicly disclosed.

Name

Lithofin AG

Legal name

Lithofin AG

Website

https://lithofin.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1953

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Lithofin AG is a privately held German specialty chemical producer, founded in 1953 and headquartered in Wendlingen am Neckar, that develops and sells cleaning, impregnating, and maintenance products for natural stone, ceramic tiles, and related hard surfaces through a nationwide German dealer network and localized channels across 9 European and Oceania markets, serving DIY consumers, professional installers, and commercial facilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Cleaning Chemicals for Stone and Tile Surfaces

NAICS

Soap and Cleaning Compound Manufacturing (32561)

SIC

Specialty Cleaning, Polishing And Sanitation Preparations (2842)

akta.pro primary industry

Wood Treatment & Specialty Preservatives (IMAEABAO)

Keywords

• Specialty stone cleaners
• Natural stone care
• Tile maintenance products
• Stone impregnation chemicals
• Surface protection chemicals

Headquarters

HQ city

Wendlingen Am Neckar

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Specialty Cleaning Products: Lithofin AG generates revenue through the development, production, and sale of specialty chemical cleaning, impregnating, and maintenance products for natural stone, ceramic tiles, porcelain tiles, and other surfaces. Products are sold through a nationwide dealer network in Germany and internationally through regional websites.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Lithofin AG develops, produces, and sells specialty chemical cleaning, impregnating, and maintenance products for natural stone, artificial stone, ceramic tiles, porcelain stoneware, terracotta, parquet, and laminate surfaces. The portfolio spans acidic, alkaline, and solvent-based cleaners, protective impregnations, care products, anti-slip treatments, and stain removers, organized into surface-specific sub-brands (MN, KF, COTTO, P&L, UNI, PROFI) and unified under a three-step Steinpflegesystem (Clean-Protect-Maintain). Products are sold through a nationwide network of stationary specialist retailers in Germany and through country-specific distribution in eight additional markets.

Product overview

Lithofin AG offers a comprehensive portfolio of specialized cleaning, impregnating, and maintenance products for natural stone, artificial stone, ceramic tiles, porcelain stoneware, terracotta, parquet, and laminate surfaces. The product range is organized into distinct sub-brands: MN (Natur- und Betonwerkstein) for natural and artificial stone care including cleaners, impregnators, rust removers, and polishes; KF (Fliesen und Feinsteinzeug) for ceramic tiles and porcelain including cement film removers, sanit cleaners, and maintenance cleaners; UNI for universal ceramic and natural stone applications; Green by Lithofin for eco-friendly formulations; and PROFI for professional installers. The portfolio also includes specialty products for specific surfaces like COTTO for terracotta, P&L for parquet and laminate, HOME for household applications, and SETS/Lithofin ProBox for organized care solutions. The core three-step Stone Care System (Reinigen-Schützen-Pflegen/Clean-Protect-Maintain) unifies the portfolio approach, providing consumers and professionals with products for cleaning (Grundreiniger, Außenreiniger, Intensivreiniger), protection (Fleckstop, MN Fleckstop, Grundschutz, FLECKSTOP >W<, MN Grundschutz), and ongoing maintenance (Wischpflege, Glanzpflege, Politur).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Green by Lithofin: Eco-friendly product line for stone care
• Lithofin ProBox

Products and services

• Steinpflegesystem (Stone Care System) A three-step systematic solution (Clean-Protect-Maintain) for new and used stone and ceramic surfaces, providing consumers and professionals with a coordinated approach to cleaning, protecting, and maintaining stone surfaces.
• Green by Lithofin Eco-friendly product line for cleaning, protecting, and maintaining stone and tiles with environmentally conscious formulations, targeting sustainability-conscious consumers and professionals.
• UNI Keramik und Naturstein Product line for universal use on ceramic and natural stone surfaces, offering versatile cleaning and maintenance solutions for cross-surface-type applications.
• KF Fliesen und Feinsteinzeug Product line specifically formulated for ceramic tiles and porcelain stoneware, including cement film removers, sanitary cleaners, and maintenance cleaners, plus specialty products such as silicone remover and mold stain remover.
• COTTO Terracotta und Cotto Specialized product line for cleaning, protecting, and maintaining terracotta and cotto tile surfaces, addressing the unique porosity and aesthetic requirements of these traditional clay tiles.
• MN Natur- und Betonwerkstein Product line for natural and artificial stone care, including cleaners, impregnators, rust removers, polishes, and protective sealers. Contains the flagship MN Fleckstop solvent-based protective impregnation and the MN Zementschleier- und Rostentferner cement film and rust remover.
• P&L Parkett & Laminat Products for parquet and laminate floor care and maintenance, addressing the cleaning and protection needs of wood-based and laminate flooring surfaces.
• HOME Produkte rund um's Haus Home care products for various household applications around the house, providing general-purpose stone, tile, and surface cleaning solutions for residential consumers.
• PROFI für den Profi-Verarbeiter Professional-grade products for professional installers and stone workers, including Lithofin RSG anti-slip fluoride-based treatment and Lithofin FVE food-safe certified color-deepening impregnation for kitchen countertops.
• SETS Lithofin Pflege-Sets Pre-configured care sets combining complementary Lithofin products for specific applications, such as the Reiniger-Set for mold removal pairing KF Silikonentferner and KF Schimmel-Ex.
• Lithofin ProBox Organized product box system for professional stone care, providing a consolidated and portable set of professional cleaning and maintenance products for installers and stone workers.
• Lithofin MN Betoncoating Concrete coating product family available in three colors (transparent, anthracite, black) for protecting and coloring concrete and natural stone surfaces.
• Lithofin Terrassenreiniger Powerful universal cleaner for outdoor surfaces such as terraces, balconies, and pathways, removing dirt and deposits from ceramic, natural stone, and concrete paving.
• Lithofin Rost-EX Acid-free rust stain remover for natural stone, concrete paving, and brick. Mild-alkaline cleaner for indoor and outdoor use with coverage of approximately 10 m²/L.
• Lithofin MN Fleckstop Solvent-based protective impregnation for natural and artificial stone that protects against oil, fat, and water penetration, facilitating maintenance care for indoor and outdoor use with long-term effect.
• Lithofin OIL-EX Solvent-based gel product for removing deep-seated wax, oil, and grease stains from natural and artificial stone. Easy to apply with gel consistency.
• Lithofin ALLEX Mild-alkaline specialty cleaner for removing common dirt deposits and plant-caused contamination including green algae. Suitable for terraces, stairs, paths, walls made of natural stone, brick, plaster, and wood. Also adapted for photovoltaic solar panel cleaning.
• Lithofin RSG Professional chemical-based anti-slip surface treatment using fluoride technology to roughen granite and other hard stone surfaces, increasing slip resistance for indoor and outdoor use in compliance with DGUV regulations.
• Lithofin MN Grundschutz Solvent-based protective impregnation for natural and artificial stone protecting against water absorption, moisture penetration, and reducing soiling. Breathable and gloss-free finish.
• Lithofin FVE Fast-drying solvent-based impregnation for extra-strong color deepening of dark natural stone with simultaneous protection against water and oil stains. Food-safe certified per LFGB and EU Regulation 1935/2004, suitable for kitchen countertops.
• Lithofin MN Zementschleier- und Rostentferner Acid-based cleaner for acid-resistant natural stones that removes cement film, encrusted dirt, efflorescence, rust, and rust discoloration. Strong-acting formula with rust-preventing properties.

Quantifiable outcome

• Product coverage of approximately 10 m²/L for Lithofin Rost-EX, up to 200 m²/L coverage for Lithofin ALLEX depending on dilution
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Feature7 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

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Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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