Vink Chemicals – Biocides & Technical Preservatives
Vink Chemicals GmbH & Co. KG is a family‑owned company based in Lower Saxony, Germany, specialising in the development and manufacture of biocides and specialty chemicals. Founded as a trading company in 1980, Vink evolved into a preservation‑focused manufacturer and expanded further through the acquisition of Schülke & Mayr’s industrial preservation business in 2019. Today, Vink employs more than 100 specialists and operates its own production facilities, laboratories and sales teams. Its product portfolio targets microbiological degradation in paints, coatings, fuels, lubricants and metalworking fluids, helping customers extend shelf life, protect health and save resources. Sustainability, trust and solution‑oriented service underpin Vink’s culture.
- Company Snapshot: Vink Chemicals is a family‑owned German specialist in biocides, specialty chemicals and system cleaning products for industrial applications.
- Key Products Available Through Target: Technical biocides for paints, coatings, adhesives and metalworking fluids; oil‑and‑gas preservatives; cleaning agents for process equipment.
- Primary Applications: Preservation of paints, coatings, fuels, lubricants, metalworking fluids, adhesives and consumer products; microbial control in processing systems.
- Differentiators / Why It Matters: Vink focuses exclusively on microbiological control. Its biocides extend shelf life, reduce downtime and ensure regulatory compliance. In‑house labs and manufacturing allow rapid innovation.
- Sustainability / Innovation Highlights: Continuous R&D aims to reduce active dosing while maintaining efficacy; responsible use guidelines help customers reduce environmental impact.
- Value Proposition for Customers: Target provides customised biocide packages with local support to optimise dosing and application, reducing spoilage and resource waste.
