AFTON CHEMICAL LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
43Poor
3.0vs last year
#3946 in UK
#661 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
01213092
Registered Address
London Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 2UW
Status
Active
Employee Count
222
Turnover
£700,043,000
EBITDA
£47,799,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
19 May 1975
Nature of Business
32990 - Other manufacturing not elsewhere classified
72190 - Other research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
55 days
Shortest Period:60 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
10%
31-60 Days
72%
After 60 Days
18%
Not Paid Within Terms15%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-08-29
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202529 Aug 20255510%72%18%15%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202429 Jan 20255213%73%14%14%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202331 Jan 20244722%72%6%11%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202218 Jan 20235024%62%13%18%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202228 Jul 20224924%61%14%20%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202129 Jul 20214725%67%8%15%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202020 Jan 20214141%51%8%21%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201831 Jan 20194454%27%19%29%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201826 Jul 20184053%28%19%32%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

A payment policy is published internally for raw materials which seeks to maximize payment terms within all contracts, targeting payment days equivalent to 60 days net of invoice date. These terms are not limiting and a final agreed term is reached by negotiation and agreement with each supplier on a case by case basis. For vendors of Indirect materials and services (non-raw materials), standard payment terms are 60 days from date or invoice

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

NA

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

90

Dispute Resolution Process

General business practice is as follows: • Purchase Orders or similar alternative methods of instruction are issued to suppliers reflecting agreed pricing and payment terms. • Goods or services are received by Afton. • Invoices are received by our Finance Department and matched to the values established above. • Where the Finance Department does not have a Purchase Order or other information with which to establish a match then internal approval will be sought. • Payments are made in accordance with the agreed payment terms measured from invoice date unless otherwise agreed. Disputes arise in the following circumstances: • Payment terms shown on the invoice vary from that which has been agreed. • The price quoted on the invoice varies from that contained on the Purchase Order or other form of instruction. • The quantity or volume invoiced varies from our receiving records by a degree greater than an internal tolerance. • Internal approval of the goods or services received is awaited. Resolution process: • The Finance Department will alert the Procurement Department, Receiving Department or internal approver of the dispute. • The alerted Department will review each on a case by case basis and then either; (a) make adjustments to the records in order to allow a match to be made, (b) give approval for payment to be made, (c) raise a dispute with the supplier. • In the case of (a) and (b) above then payment will proceed per general business practice shown above. In the case of (c) above then the invoice will be placed on payment hold awaiting either a credit note to resolve the variance or justification from the supplier with which Afton agrees, following which payment will proceed per general business practice By policy Afton seeks to pay in accordance with agreed terms and to resolve disputes as quickly as possible to minimize the likelihood of disruption to supplies. Suppliers may raise enquiries or concerns regarding payments directly with our Finance Department by phone or email.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

AFTON CHEMICAL LIMITED is a leading global chemical company that specializes in developing innovative and sustainable solutions for the automotive, oil and gas, and industrial markets. Their products and services are focused on improving fuel efficiency, reducing emissions, and enhancing performance.

The company has a strong commitment to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. These include reducing waste, conserving energy, and using sustainable materials in their products.

AFTON CHEMICAL LIMITED offers a range of products and services, including fuel additives, lubricant additives, and industrial additives. Their products are designed to improve engine performance, reduce emissions, and extend the life of equipment.

The key people at AFTON CHEMICAL LIMITED include their CEO, Robert Shama, and their Chief Sustainability Officer, David H. Stein. Together, they lead a team of experts dedicated to finding sustainable solutions for their customers.

As a global company, AFTON CHEMICAL LIMITED has offices and facilities across the world. Their registered office address is Afton Chemical Corporation, 500 Spring St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA. Their website address is www.aftonchemical.com, where customers can find more information about their products and services, as well as contact information for their various locations.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£3,973,000
Net Worth
£222,477,000
Total Current Assets
£285,252,000
Total Current Liabilities
£119,206,000

Company Location