Henkel

Henkel is a global company headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany, with a presence in various markets through its three main business areas: Adhesive Technologies, Beauty Care, and Laundry & Home Care. Founded in 1876, Henkel has built a reputation for innovation and sustainability, operating a diverse portfolio of trusted brands. The company's consumer segment, which includes renowned brands such as Persil and Schwarzkopf, constitutes approximately 50% of its sales, while the other half comes from adhesive technologies catering to multiple industries, including automotive and packaging. In 2023, Henkel's sales distribution revealed that Europe accounted for 38% of total sales, with North America and Asia-Pacific contributing 28% and 15%, respectively. With around 50,000 employees globally, Henkel emphasizes its international footprint, with a significant portion of its workforce based outside Germany.

Pernille Lind Olsen

Corporate Senior Vice President of Packaging and Consumer Goods

Csaba Szendrei

Corporate Senior Vice President, Packaging, Consumer Goods and Construction Adhesives

Christoph Henkel Ph.D

Vice Chairman

22 past transactions

actnano

Series B in 2021
actnano Inc. is a nanotechnology company that develops and supplies protective coatings for automotive and consumer electronics. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Shenzhen, Germany, and South Korea, actnano specializes in smart coating solutions that enhance the water resistance of electronic devices. The company's innovative wet ANG coatings are designed to safeguard electronics from water damage and harsh environmental conditions, providing protection up to IPx7 levels. This technology can be integrated into various stages of the manufacturing process, allowing clients to incorporate an additional layer of protection seamlessly into existing production lines. By offering economical and effective solutions, actnano aims to extend the lifespan of electronic products while ensuring their reliability.

Hashtag You

Seed Round in 2021
Operator of a marketing company intended to help clients create direct-to-consumer e-commerce brands. The company specializes in building social media brands by leveraging its expertise in influencer marketing and creating strong brand-based communities, enabling clients to improve their popularity among the public.

Remedy Health Media

Series A in 2021
Remedy Health Media is an operator of a digital health platform intended to provide health-related information that produces, publishes, and distributes health magazines to consumers and caregivers. It offers content, tools, and real stories related to consumer health and wellness through the development of authentic communities of health information seekers who can interact and learn from a relatable physician, pharmacist, public health, and patient experts that enable the customers to make informed choices about their health and well-being. The company's mission is to empower patients and caregivers with the information and applications needed to efficiently navigate the healthcare landscape and as a result, to permit better health outcomes through the use of its products and services. Remedy Health Media was established in 1994 and is headquartered in New York.

actnano

Series A in 2020
actnano Inc. is a nanotechnology company that develops and supplies protective coatings for automotive and consumer electronics. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Shenzhen, Germany, and South Korea, actnano specializes in smart coating solutions that enhance the water resistance of electronic devices. The company's innovative wet ANG coatings are designed to safeguard electronics from water damage and harsh environmental conditions, providing protection up to IPx7 levels. This technology can be integrated into various stages of the manufacturing process, allowing clients to incorporate an additional layer of protection seamlessly into existing production lines. By offering economical and effective solutions, actnano aims to extend the lifespan of electronic products while ensuring their reliability.

Mermaid + Me

Acquisition in 2020
Mermaid + Me UG is a Berlin-based company, founded in 2018, that specializes in the manufacturing and online retail of natural and vegan hair care products. The brand draws inspiration from the secrets of the oceans and tropical superfoods, offering a range of products designed to enhance hair health. Among its offerings are clay mask sets that cater to various hair care needs, reflecting the company's commitment to using environmentally friendly ingredients.

Banana Beauty

Acquisition in 2020
Banana Beauty UG is a Berlin-based manufacturer of beauty products, specializing in a diverse range of cosmetics. The company's offerings include semi-matte liquid lipsticks, such as Lady licious and The Glam Bam, alongside metallic liquid lipsticks like Viva la Diva and Midnight kiss. Additionally, Banana Beauty produces eyeshadow palettes, sets, and various brushes, including eyeshadow blenders and highlighter brushes. The brand positions itself as a makeup line developed by and for the online community, emphasizing engagement with its customer base. Products are available for purchase exclusively through the company's website.

HelloBody

Acquisition in 2020
At HelloBody, they’re redefining the rules of the cosmetics industry, offering everyday essentials that combine glamour, naturalness and a socially-aware lifestyle. That’s why their brand line reflects their beliefs: #naturalisglamorous

DevaCurl

Acquisition in 2019
After launching over a decade ago at the trendy Devachan salon in New York City, DevaCurl quickly became the most popular curl care products among curly girls seeking to free their inner curl naturally. With the introduction of DevaCurl No-Poo®, the Original Non-Lathering Conditioning Cleanser came the beginning of a CURLvolution! DevaCurl was one of the first hair care brands to replace harsh, damaging detergents with gentle, hydrating ingredients and botanical extracts. Today, DevaCurl offers a complete line of sulfate-, silicone- and paraben-free cleansers, conditioners and styling products that deliver healthy, naturally gorgeous, frizz free curls.

Truman's

Seed Round in 2019
Truman's Inc. is a Louisville, Kentucky-based company that manufactures and sells non-toxic cleaning products, focused on reducing plastic waste and minimizing shipping impacts. Founded in 2019, the company offers a range of products, including Everything and the Kitchen Sink, Floors Truly, More Shower to You, and The Glass is Always Cleaner. Truman's innovative approach involves shipping concentrate-filled cartridges that, when mixed with water in reusable bottles, provide effective cleaning solutions for various surfaces in the home. By emphasizing sustainability and convenience, Truman's aims to address the environmental challenges posed by single-use plastic bottles in the cleaning industry while delivering effective household cleaning materials directly to consumers.

Washmen

Series B in 2019
Washmen FZ LLC is a Dubai-based company that specializes in laundry and dry cleaning services. Through its mobile application, it offers convenient laundry pick-up and drop-off services, allowing customers to schedule appointments and make cashless payments. Founded in 2015, Washmen ensures high-quality care for garments by examining and cleaning each item according to its care-label instructions. The platform is designed for user convenience, enabling fast delivery, often as soon as the next day, directly to the customer's doorstep.

Laundrapp

Venture Round in 2019
Laundrapp (Ops) Ltd is a prominent provider of on-demand laundry and dry cleaning services in the United Kingdom, headquartered in London. Established in 2014, the company offers a wide range of services, including dry cleaning, ironing, duvet and quilt cleaning, as well as wash and fold laundry. Customers can conveniently schedule collection times through Laundrapp's user-friendly mobile application or website, which eliminates the need to visit local laundrettes or dry cleaners. The service operates across London and extends to approximately 100 towns and cities, emphasizing quality and convenience for its users. Since February 2020, Laundrapp has functioned as a subsidiary of Inc & Co.

Molecule

Acquisition in 2019
Molecule Corp. manufactures commodity chemicals for 3D printer and industrial inkjet. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Concord, California. As of May 13, 2019, Molecule Corp. operates as a subsidiary of Henkel AG & Co. KGaA.

Crowntech Photonics

Series A in 2018
Shanghai Crowntech Photonics Co., Ltd. is engaged in research, development, production, sales and technical services of high-end passive optical components and modules. The company manufactures passive ?ber-optics components, integrated modules, wire stock, fiber sensor, and subsystems. It caters to telecommunications and datacom industries. Shanghai Crowntech Photonics Co., Ltd. was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in China.

JemPak

Acquisition in 2018
JemPak is a vertically integrated provider of white-label detergent products. JemPak is an R&D company that puts our customers at the core of our thinking. They commit the best R&D to the betterment of private label products that deliver superior performance and value to each and every customer. Their R&D focus enables excellence in everything we do: manufacturing, licensing and outsourcing.

Kriya Materials

Series A in 2018
Kriya Materials BV is a specialized developer and manufacturer of metal oxide nanoparticles, along with their dispersions and functional coating products. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Geleen, the Netherlands, the company produces a variety of coatings, including hardcoats and solar heat coatings, which are utilized to enhance energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Kriya's nano metal oxides serve as key components in high-end coatings, primarily applied in industries such as plasma panels and LCDs, impacting products ranging from smartphones to touch panels and glass surfaces. By focusing on innovative solutions, Kriya Materials aims to contribute to energy savings and lower carbon footprints in various applications, including energy-saving window films that filter solar radiation.

NBD Nanotechnologies

Series B in 2017
NBD Nanotechnologies, Inc. specializes in the manufacture of surface wettability coatings and additives aimed at enhancing the properties of various materials. The company's diverse product portfolio includes offerings such as RepelShell, RepelFlex Antimicrobial, RepelFlex Soft-Touch, NanoGlue, RepelFlex Hard-Coat, Invisiprint, and RepelFlex Leather. These products are designed to modify surface wetting characteristics for applications in glass and plastic, providing benefits such as improved heat transfer through condensation, fog capture and de-misting, and anti-scaling performance. Founded in 2012, NBD Nanotechnologies is headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts.

Zipjet

Venture Round in 2017
Zipjet GmbH is an online laundry and dry cleaning service based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2014. The company allows users to conveniently order pickup and delivery services for their laundry and dry cleaning needs. Its offerings include a range of specialized services such as wash and fold, dress dry cleaning, luxury dry cleaning, ironing, and duvet cleaning. Additionally, Zipjet caters to specific markets with services designed for Airbnb hosts and restaurants. As of September 2019, Zipjet operates as a subsidiary of Jonny Fresh GmbH.

Henkel North America

Acquisition in 2016
The Sun Products Corporation, headquartered in Wilton, Connecticut, is a leading North American provider of laundry detergent, fabric softeners and other household products that include all®, Snuggle®, Wisk®, Sun®, Surf®, and Sunlight®. In addition, Sun Products is the brand-building partner and supplier for many retailers for both laundry and dish products in North America. With annual net sales of approximately 1.6 billion US dollars, the Company’s portfolio of products are sold under well-known brands.

Zipjet

Series A in 2016
Zipjet GmbH is an online laundry and dry cleaning service based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2014. The company allows users to conveniently order pickup and delivery services for their laundry and dry cleaning needs. Its offerings include a range of specialized services such as wash and fold, dress dry cleaning, luxury dry cleaning, ironing, and duvet cleaning. Additionally, Zipjet caters to specific markets with services designed for Airbnb hosts and restaurants. As of September 2019, Zipjet operates as a subsidiary of Jonny Fresh GmbH.

The Bergquist Company

Acquisition in 2014
The Bergquist Company specializes in thermal management solutions for electronic applications, serving diverse sectors including consumer electronics, industrial electronics, and the automotive industry. The company offers a range of products, particularly Thermal Interface Materials (TIM), which include Gap Pad products and liquid gas fillers designed to enhance the efficiency and performance of electronic systems. With a commitment to innovation, performance, and customer satisfaction, Bergquist aims to meet the evolving needs of its clients through high-quality thermal management services.

Spotless Group SAS

Acquisition in 2014
Spotless Group SAS develops and commercializes a portfolio of fast moving consumer goods focusing primarily on home care products.

Sovereign Specialty Chemicals

Acquisition in 2004
Sovereign Specialty Chemicals is a leading developer and supplier of high-performance specialty adhesives, coatings and sealants.
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