HEXPOL AB is a global specialty chemicals and polymers company headquartered in Malmö, Sweden. The company operates through three main business areas: Rubber Compounding, Thermoplastic Compounding, and Engineered Products. The compounding segments generate the vast majority of revenue—with Rubber Compounding accounting for approximately 69% of sales and Thermoplastic Compounding contributing around 23%. These divisions supply custom-formulated synthetic rubber, thermoplastic elastomers (TPE), and thermoplastic compounds that serve as critical inputs for manufacturers in the automotive, construction, wire and cable, and medical technology sectors. The Engineered Products segment (approximately 8% of sales) produces finished goods, including rubber gaskets for plate heat exchangers and polyurethane, plastic, and rubber wheels for forklifts and material handling applications. HEXPOL operates a decentralized business model with over 50 manufacturing sites across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The company's competitive position is driven by its deep application expertise, custom formulation capabilities, and close proximity to OEM customers, allowing it to act as a critical supply chain partner for high-performance polymer solutions.
