Private company

SNF Floerger

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French chemical company

SNF is an international chemical group specializing in the production of polyacrylamides, water-soluble polymers designed to treat, preserve, and recycle water. Founded in 1978, the company is headquartered in Andrézieux-Bouthéon, France. SNF is one of the leading global producers of polyacrylamides, which are widely used in water treatment, industrial processes, and resource management.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1978Founded1
  • HeadquartersAndrézieux-Bouthéon1
  • Websitewww.snf.com
  • Legal formS.A.1
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SNF is an international chemical group specializing in the production of polyacrylamides, water-soluble polymers designed to treat, preserve, and recycle water. Founded in 1978, the company is headquartered in Andrézieux-Bouthéon, France.2

The story

SNF was founded in 1978 by René Pich and Hubert Issaurat following a management buyout of the Floerger business from the American group W.R. Grace.

Starting with about 25 people, the company followed a long-term strategy focused on reinvesting in production capacity and expanding internationally.

During the 1980s and 1990s, SNF expanded internationally by establishing subsidiaries, joint ventures, and production facilities across Europe, North America, Asia, and Latin America.

The group strengthened its industrial base through investments in large-scale production sites and long-term contracts in water treatment and enhanced oil recovery.

Since 2010, under the leadership of Pascal Remy, SNF has continued to expand its global footprint and production capacity.

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Products and brands

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Listed on Wikidata.1

SNF manufactures polyacrylamides used in applications where water management is critical. These polymers are primarily used to improve solid–liquid separation processes, enhance industrial efficiency, and support water recycling.

Its main areas of application include:

Water treatment (municipal and industrial)

Oil and gas

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Mining

Pulp and paper

Agriculture

Textiles

Construction

Personal care

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Timeline

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