The Secret Behind Our Century of Success
Leading an industry for more than a century is no coincidence. At Keeling & Walker, we attribute our success to two core principles: continuous innovation and consistent quality.
Tin oxide has been a trusted material in ceramics for generations, but for us, it represents far more than tradition—it’s a foundation for progress. That’s why we offer around 50 different grades of tin oxide, reflecting our commitment to improvement and our ability to adapt products to meet specific customer requirements.
We work closely with our partners to understand their needs, develop and test solutions, and deliver materials that perform reliably at scale. This collaborative approach ensures that our customers can achieve the best possible results.
Our dedication is reinforced by ongoing investment in research, development, and quality control, giving us the tools and expertise to meet today’s challenges and anticipate tomorrow’s.
Keeling & Walker Limited - From Stoke to the World
Keeling & Walker Limited is recognized worldwide as a leading supplier of tin oxide and related materials. Based in Stoke-on-Trent, England, we are the world’s largest producer of tin oxide materials and a trusted name in advanced material solutions.
Founded in the early 1900s and incorporated in 1916, Keeling & Walker began as a major supplier of ceramic materials, consumables, plants, and equipment. By 1932, we had developed an improved method for producing tin oxide — the foundation of our current ‘Superlite’ process — and by 1939, tin oxide had become our core product.
In 1964, the company joined the Amalgamated Metal Corporation PLC group, strengthening our global reach and resources. From the 1980s onward, we have focused on developing innovative tin oxide-based materials for a growing range of applications across multiple industries.
Keeling & Walker was an early pioneer in antimony tin oxide (ATO) nanomaterials, combining optical transparency, electrical conductivity, and infrared absorption—properties that have enabled numerous industrial applications. In 1998, we expanded further by acquiring the tin oxide manufacturing business of Th. Goldschmidt AG, adding the ‘Thermox’ range to our portfolio and cementing our position as the world leader in tin oxide-based materials.
Our commitment to innovation continues. In 2015, we opened a new factory adjacent to our head office to expand production of IRASORB infrared absorbing oxides. In 2025, we added a state-of-the-art R&D centre and an ATEX-rated nanodispersion manufacturing facility, enhancing our research capabilities, improving customer support, and accelerating commercialization of new products.
Exciting News!
We are thrilled to announce that our brand-new Research and Development Building is well
Have a look at our range of Tin Oxide based materials; functional pigments and nanomaterials for various range of applications.
We research & develop products for the needs of our customers from a vast range of different industries; glass, ceramics, electrical and many more.