THOR

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**THOR** is a UK-headquartered specialty chemicals group operating in more than 15 countries. Its core activities focus on the development and manufacture of biocides, preservatives, flame retardants and related performance ingredients for paints and coatings, polymers, material protection, institutional hygiene and personal care applications. Key brands include the Acticide range of biocides and Microcare personal-care ingredients. The group maintains production facilities including a major site in Speyer, Germany, where a new €18 million Building 4 was commissioned to add 40,000 tonnes per year of capacity for preservatives and flame retardants. THOR also has operations in Brazil, Mexico and the United States, supporting multinational supply chains and technical service.

Also known as THOR Specialities (UK) Limited, THOR Group, THOR SPECIALITIES (UK) LIMITED, THOR UK, Thor Specialities (UK) Ltd Filial, THOR Nordic, and Thor GmbH.

Latest news on THOR

1 May 2026
Algol Chemicals to distribute THOR in Finland and Baltics

Distribution of Acticide and Microcare in Finland and the Baltics transfers May–June 2026, expanding supply for coatings, hygiene and cosmetics.

16 March 2026
THOR GmbH Starts Production at New Speyer Plant

After a five-year build, a €18M facility (Building 4) began production, adding 40,000 t/yr for preservatives and flame retardants; built for expansion and improved supply‑chain security.

23 January 2026
THOR Brazil wins GreenLight 2025 Supply Chain Excellence Award

Recognised for multinational coordination, on-site technical support, strategic integration and punctual logistics across the Americas, boosting sustainable performance and supply‑chain reliability

9 January 2026
THOR completes global ISO 45001 target after Speyer accreditation

Expanded integrated management system now includes ISO 9001, 14001 and 50001. Management System and HSE teams credited; reinforces employee safety, environmental protection and product quality.

20 November 2025
THOR Group awarded EcoVadis Gold

Published its Sustainability Report and launched an ESG strategy with policies, performance dashboard and supplier reviews. Initiatives run across 19 companies and products from personal care to flame retardants