Paramelt is a key global supplier of specialty waxes and blends with dedicated FSSC 22000 production facilities. Formulating for the personal care and cosmetics industry for decades, leading global cosmetic brands rely on our products.
Paramelt
Dutch, since 1898
revenue 2025: €267 mln
# employees 2025: 516
owned by Ter Group
TER Group
German, since 1908
revenue 2025: €935 mln
# employees 2025: 1146
owned by Westphal family
Backed by a comprehensive product range, our deep wax knowledge allows us to blend and customize waxes for the specific requirements of the beauty segment. As a leader in the sector, we help shape the regulatory framework of the industry.
# cosmetics & care
products
~50
Whilst remaining a privately owned company we have the financial mass to underpin substantial investments. The annual reinvestment rate is high to enable us to meet constantly evolving market demands and to underpin our technology advancements.
With an entrepreneurial attitude
annual re-investment rate
~10%
Technology drives our thinking. We are inquisitive and challenge conventions in the cosmetics market where innovation and quality are key. We combine long-term, strategic product and process research with responsive product development.
Driven by technology and innovation
Through our comprehensive global supply network and dedicated manufacturing assets, we are able to provide consistent performance and quality, whilst maintaining the highest standards of product safety (FSSC 22000). This is why our customers rely on us.
Delivering security and consistency
top 3 recommendations
cosmetics customers
– Consistent quality
– Reliable supplier
– Value for money
FSSC/ISO 22000
investment
NL, CN
# product performance
complaints
1 since 2010
Our regional production sites can provide equivalent products globally with local sourcing, to respond to specific market needs. Our sales specialists and a knowledgeable distributor network ensure effective local service & application support.
With a global reach and local service
# distributors
46 worldwide
# distributors in
> 27 countries
Our performance comes from the experience and knowledge of our cosmetics team. We build long-term partnerships and are responsive, committed and loyal. Over 85% of our top 10 customers in this market have been partners for >20 years.
Building on people and partnership
average employee retention
> 12 years
Paramelt = ‘knowledge & experience’
> 85% customers recognize
(Customers survey Europe and USA)
