DAKO Aktiengesellschaft, Chemische Spezialprodukte

DAKO Aktiengesellschaft, headquartered in Wiesentheid in Lower Franconia, is a manufacturer and supplier of specialty chemicals for the lubricant industry and synthetic fiber production. The core business encompasses the development and marketing of components based on cis-omega-9 oleic acid, marketed under the NONAMEG brand. The product portfolio includes various esters, triglycerides, and acids used as base oils, additives, or emulsifiers in hydraulic fluids, transmission and transformer oils, as well as in metalworking. A key competitive advantage lies in the biological production from regional renewable raw materials at low reaction temperatures, resulting in high oxidative stability and a reduced carbon footprint. The application spectrum spans lubricant formulation, wood and lacquer care, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. The company operates its own production facilities and utilizes proprietary in-house processes for synthesis and purification.