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286 Pyeongtaekhang-ro, Poseung-eup, Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
+82 31-680-0507
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Overview
- Summary
- KD Finechem is a specialized fine chemical company established in 1973, focusing on the development and production of automotive chemical products such as antifreeze and brake fluid, along with eco-friendly coolants. The company provides thermal management solutions for next-generation mobility and IT infrastructure, including electric vehicles, hydrogen vehicles, energy storage systems (ESS), data centers, drones, and various electronic devices, in addition to products for internal combustion engine vehicles. It holds high market shares in major product categories like antifreeze, brake fluid, and washer fluid in the domestic market, supplying genuine and aftermarket parts to both domestic and international finished vehicle manufacturers. KD Finechem is a company continuously investing in research and development for eco-friendly technological innovation and leading a sustainable future.KD Finechem is a specialized fine chemical company established in 1973, focusing on the development and production of automotive chemical products such as antifreeze and brake fluid, along with eco-friendly coolants. The company provides thermal management solutions for next-generation mobility and IT infrastructure, including electric vehicles, hydrogen vehicles, energy storage systems (ESS), data centers, drones, and various electronic devices, in addition to products for internal combustion engine vehicles. It holds high market shares in major product categories like antifreeze, brake fluid, and washer fluid in the domestic market, supplying genuine and aftermarket parts to both domestic and international finished vehicle manufacturers. KD Finechem is a company continuously investing in research and development for eco-friendly technological innovation and leading a sustainable future.
- Key Products/Technologies
- Development and production capabilities for automotive antifreeze and brake fluid: Supply of products meeting various standards, including long-life antifreeze for internal combustion engine vehicles and high-performance brake fluid (passing FMVSS 116 standards, ISO 4925 Class7 development). Securing high market shares in the domestic market with 55% for antifreeze, 95% for brake fluid, and 80% for washer fluid. Supply of other autochemical products like washer fluid and urea solution to domestic and international finished vehicle production lines and as genuine parts.Development and production capabilities for automotive antifreeze and brake fluid: Supply of products meeting various standards, including long-life antifreeze for internal combustion engine vehicles and high-performance brake fluid (passing FMVSS 116 standards, ISO 4925 Class7 development). Securing high market shares in the domestic market with 55% for antifreeze, 95% for brake fluid, and 80% for washer fluid. Supply of other autochemical products like washer fluid and urea solution to domestic and international finished vehicle production lines and as genuine parts.
- Coolant technology for eco-friendly mobility and IT infrastructure: Development and mass production application of the world's first hydrogen vehicle antifreeze through joint research with Hyundai Motors. Development of Korea's first dedicated battery coolant for electric vehicles and supply to all Hyundai Motors EVs. Commercialization of ESS-specific coolants and supply to major battery and ESS manufacturers such as LG Energy Solution and Samsung SDI. Provision of thermal management solutions for various sectors including AI data centers, high-speed charging cables, drones, and general electronic devices.Coolant technology for eco-friendly mobility and IT infrastructure: Development and mass production application of the world's first hydrogen vehicle antifreeze through joint research with Hyundai Motors. Development of Korea's first dedicated battery coolant for electric vehicles and supply to all Hyundai Motors EVs. Commercialization of ESS-specific coolants and supply to major battery and ESS manufacturers such as LG Energy Solution and Samsung SDI. Provision of thermal management solutions for various sectors including AI data centers, high-speed charging cables, drones, and general electronic devices.
- Development capabilities for specialized precision chemical products: Development and supply of eco-friendly de-icers for runways and de-icing/anti-icing fluids for high-speed railways. Development and commercialization of industrial special chemical products such as engine combustion chamber cleaning solutions and heat transfer fluids. Supply of Glycol-Water based high-performance coolant Solarice™ series to HVAC systems and industrial facilities. Possession of advanced material technologies, including non-conductive coolants and non-corrosive hydrogen vehicle coolants.Development capabilities for specialized precision chemical products: Development and supply of eco-friendly de-icers for runways and de-icing/anti-icing fluids for high-speed railways. Development and commercialization of industrial special chemical products such as engine combustion chamber cleaning solutions and heat transfer fluids. Supply of Glycol-Water based high-performance coolant Solarice™ series to HVAC systems and industrial facilities. Possession of advanced material technologies, including non-conductive coolants and non-corrosive hydrogen vehicle coolants.
- Core Advantages
- Leading eco-friendly technology development and market preemption: Preemption of core technologies in the eco-friendly vehicle market through the world's first hydrogen vehicle antifreeze and Korea's first electric vehicle antifreeze development with Hyundai Motors. Securing future growth engines by expanding business areas into ESS and data center cooling. Acquisition of the industry's first environmental product label certification for antifreeze and eco-friendly de-icer.Leading eco-friendly technology development and market preemption: Preemption of core technologies in the eco-friendly vehicle market through the world's first hydrogen vehicle antifreeze and Korea's first electric vehicle antifreeze development with Hyundai Motors. Securing future growth engines by expanding business areas into ESS and data center cooling. Acquisition of the industry's first environmental product label certification for antifreeze and eco-friendly de-icer.
- Dominant domestic market share and Tier 1 supplier status: Market leadership with 55% share in the domestic antifreeze/coolant market, 95% for brake fluid, and 80% for washer fluid. Maintenance of Tier 1 supplier status to major domestic finished vehicle manufacturers including Hyundai Motors, Kia Motors, GM Korea, Renault Korea, and KG Mobility. Supply of products to leading domestic conglomerates such as Samsung SDI, LG Energy Solution, and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries.Dominant domestic market share and Tier 1 supplier status: Market leadership with 55% share in the domestic antifreeze/coolant market, 95% for brake fluid, and 80% for washer fluid. Maintenance of Tier 1 supplier status to major domestic finished vehicle manufacturers including Hyundai Motors, Kia Motors, GM Korea, Renault Korea, and KG Mobility. Supply of products to leading domestic conglomerates such as Samsung SDI, LG Energy Solution, and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries.
- Provision of customized solutions and system optimization capabilities: Beyond simple product supply, support for customized coolant development and overall system optimization tailored to client needs. Production of high-quality coolants through battery fire safety tests, electrical insulation tests, and material compatibility tests. Continuous investment in research and development and agile market response capability through flexible production systems.Provision of customized solutions and system optimization capabilities: Beyond simple product supply, support for customized coolant development and overall system optimization tailored to client needs. Production of high-quality coolants through battery fire safety tests, electrical insulation tests, and material compatibility tests. Continuous investment in research and development and agile market response capability through flexible production systems.
- Establishment of diversified quality and environmental management systems: Operation of integrated management systems including IATF 16949 (automotive quality management system), ISO 14001 (environmental management system), ISO 45001 (occupational health and safety management system), and ESG-MS-001 (ESG management system). Recognition of product quality conforming to national standards through KS certification. External quality competitiveness proven by winning the 2023 Export Tower (20 million USD) award and the National Quality Innovation Award Prime Minister's Commendation.Establishment of diversified quality and environmental management systems: Operation of integrated management systems including IATF 16949 (automotive quality management system), ISO 14001 (environmental management system), ISO 45001 (occupational health and safety management system), and ESG-MS-001 (ESG management system). Recognition of product quality conforming to national standards through KS certification. External quality competitiveness proven by winning the 2023 Export Tower (20 million USD) award and the National Quality Innovation Award Prime Minister's Commendation.
- Long history and accumulated technological know-how: Over 50 years of accumulated technology and business capabilities in automotive chemical products and fine chemicals since its establishment in 1973. Role as an early market pioneer, including the development of Korea's first antifreeze technology in collaboration with KAIST. Continuous technological innovation and expansion of product portfolio through ongoing R&D investments.Long history and accumulated technological know-how: Over 50 years of accumulated technology and business capabilities in automotive chemical products and fine chemicals since its establishment in 1973. Role as an early market pioneer, including the development of Korea's first antifreeze technology in collaboration with KAIST. Continuous technological innovation and expansion of product portfolio through ongoing R&D investments.
- Target Industrie
- Automotive industry (ICE, EV, FCEV)Automotive industry (ICE, EV, FCEV)
- Energy Storage Systems (ESS)Energy Storage Systems (ESS)
- Data centers and IT infrastructureData centers and IT infrastructure
- Heavy industry and construction machinery (HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, Doosan Bobcat, HD Hyundai Infracore, etc.)Heavy industry and construction machinery (HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, Doosan Bobcat, HD Hyundai Infracore, etc.)
- Shipbuilding industry (Hanwha Ocean, Samsung Heavy Industries, etc.)Shipbuilding industry (Hanwha Ocean, Samsung Heavy Industries, etc.)
- Oil refining industry (Hyundai Oilbank, S-Oil, etc.)Oil refining industry (Hyundai Oilbank, S-Oil, etc.)
- Aviation and railway (Drones, high-speed rail)Aviation and railway (Drones, high-speed rail)
- Various electronic devicesVarious electronic devices
- HVAC systems and industrial plantsHVAC systems and industrial plants
- Smart buildingsSmart buildings
- Major Markets
- South Korea, Singapore (DCWA 2024 participation), China (Exploring HVAC market entry)South Korea, Singapore (DCWA 2024 participation), China (Exploring HVAC market entry)
- United States (RE+ 2024 participation)United States (RE+ 2024 participation)
- Certifications/Patents
- System Certifications: IATF 16949 (Automotive Quality Management System), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System), ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System), ESG-MS-001 (ESG Management System).System Certifications: IATF 16949 (Automotive Quality Management System), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System), ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System), ESG-MS-001 (ESG Management System).
- Product Certifications: KS M 2142 (Antifreeze), KS M 2141 (Brake Fluid), Industry's first Environmental Product Label Certification for Antifreeze, Environmental Label Certification for Eco-friendly De-icer, UL certification for ESS coolant applied to LG Energy Solution's Home ESS Enblock.Product Certifications: KS M 2142 (Antifreeze), KS M 2141 (Brake Fluid), Industry's first Environmental Product Label Certification for Antifreeze, Environmental Label Certification for Eco-friendly De-icer, UL certification for ESS coolant applied to LG Energy Solution's Home ESS Enblock.
- Patents: A total of 11 patents held. Key patents include coolant composition for fuel cells (first patent in 2011), cleaning solution composition for engine combustion chambers (latest patent in 2025), heat transfer fluid composition with improved thermal stability, cooling liquid composition for electric vehicles, antifreeze composition not containing glycol, brake fluid composition comprising tartaric acid and imidazole, composition with enhanced corrosion resistance and pH buffering property for antifreeze liquid, and antifreeze or coolant composition with superior cavitation erosion and crevice corrosion resistance.Patents: A total of 11 patents held. Key patents include coolant composition for fuel cells (first patent in 2011), cleaning solution composition for engine combustion chambers (latest patent in 2025), heat transfer fluid composition with improved thermal stability, cooling liquid composition for electric vehicles, antifreeze composition not containing glycol, brake fluid composition comprising tartaric acid and imidazole, composition with enhanced corrosion resistance and pH buffering property for antifreeze liquid, and antifreeze or coolant composition with superior cavitation erosion and crevice corrosion resistance.
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286 Pyeongtaekhang-ro, Poseung-eup, Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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