No. 67 of the UK's Top 100 in 2022
Chemex is an international manufacturer and innovator of cleaning, hygiene and infection control systems and products. The company is continually coming up with new ideas, which help their customers to be more efficient and compliant, while supporting the development of their franchisees.
The franchisee will operate in a designated and exclusive area using the franchisor's methodology. This is not a typical van franchise; a Chemex franchisee is more like a business consultant, offering a first-class, consistent service to their local customers. The new franchisee can start his business from home, then when the time is right, Chemex will support the recruitment of employees.
| Year established | 1976 |
| Year franchise established in the UK | 1986 |
| Number of units in the UK | 30 |
| Number of units worldwide (excluding UK) | 4 |
| Number of countries where company operates | 4 |
Financials
| Franchise fee | £23,500 |
| Minimum investment | £23,500 |
| Total investment | £30,000 - £35,000 |
| Royalty fee / Management fee | n/a |
| Financing | Yes |
Training and support
Chemex's franchisees will learn and appreciate the local market dynamics for multiple sectors and how to deliver first-class client service, in order to get repeat customers and word-of-mouth referrals.A Chemex franchisee will receive ongoing support from the head office team and the backing of other franchisees located throughout the UK and internationally. Chemex encourages creativity and ideas from their franchisees as well as positive collaboration among them.