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Registered number: 01526715









ZELLER+GMELIN UK LIMITED









FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

 
ZELLER+GMELIN UK LIMITED
REGISTERED NUMBER: 01526715

BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2025

2025
2024
Note
£
£

Fixed assets
  

Intangible assets
 4 
31,455
23,156

Tangible assets
 5 
37,104
50,229

Investments
 6 
1
1

  
68,560
73,386

Current assets
  

Stocks
  
498,337
572,144

Debtors: amounts falling due within one year
 7 
550,051
656,459

Cash at bank and in hand
  
72,709
193,684

  
1,121,097
1,422,287

Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
 8 
(1,593,490)
(1,393,294)

Net current (liabilities)/assets
  
 
 
(472,393)
 
 
28,993

Total assets less current liabilities
  
(403,833)
102,379

Provisions for liabilities
  

Deferred tax
 9 
(9,255)
(12,557)

  
 
 
(9,255)
 
 
(12,557)

Net (liabilities)/assets
  
(413,088)
89,822


Capital and reserves
  

Called up share capital 
 10 
211,500
211,500

Profit and loss account
  
(624,588)
(121,678)

  
(413,088)
89,822


The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime and in accordance with the provisions of FRS 102 Section 1A - small entities.

The financial statements have been delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

The Company has opted not to file the statement of income and retained earnings in accordance with provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies' regime.
 
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ZELLER+GMELIN UK LIMITED
REGISTERED NUMBER: 01526715
    
BALANCE SHEET (CONTINUED)
AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2025


The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the board and were signed on its behalf on 12 March 2026.




J Tulina-Eboh
Director

The notes on pages 3 to 12 form part of these financial statements.

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ZELLER+GMELIN UK LIMITED
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

1.


General information

Zeller+Gmelin UK Limited ("the Company") manufacture and sell inks. The Company is a private Company limited by shares and incorporated in England and Wales. The address of its registered office is Leytonstone House, Leytonstone, London, E11 1GA.

2.Accounting policies

 
2.1

Basis of preparation of financial statements

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention unless otherwise specified within these accounting policies and in accordance with Financial Reporting Standard 102, the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and the Republic of Ireland and the requirements and the Companies Act 2006. The disclosure requirements of Section 1A of FRS 102 have been applied other than where additional disclosure is required to show a true and fair view.

The preparation of financial statements in compliance with FRS 102 requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates. It also requires management to exercise judgment in applying the Company's accounting policies.

The Company is exempt from the obligation to prepare and deliver group accounts as it is a wholly owned subsidiary of Zeller & Gmelin GmbH & Co. KG, a company incorporated in Germany, which prepares consolidated financial statements. Accordingly, these financial statements present information about the Company as an individual entity and not as a group.

The consolidated accounts of the largest parent undertaking, Zeller+Gmelin GmbH & Co. KG, are publicly available from: Zeller+Gmelin GmbH & Co. KG, Schlossstrasse 20, 73054 Eislingen/Fils, Germany.

The following principal accounting policies have been applied:

 
2.2

Going concern

As part of the going concern review, the directors have followed the guidelines published by the Financial Reporting Council entitled "Guidance on the Going Concern Basis of Accounting and Reporting on Solvency and Liquidity Risks 2016". The directors have a reasonable expectation that the Company has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future as the Company expects to receive continuing financial support from the Zeller & Gmelin GmbH & Co KG Group, a Group of which the Company is a member. On this basis the directors considers that the going concern basis of accounting remains appropriate.

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ZELLER+GMELIN UK LIMITED
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

2.Accounting policies (continued)

 
2.3

Revenue

Revenue is recognised to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the revenue can be reliably measured. Revenue is measured as the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, excluding discounts, rebates, value added tax and other sales taxes. The following criteria must also be met before revenue is recognised:

Sale of goods

Revenue from the sale of goods is recognised when all of the following conditions are satisfied:
the Company has transferred the significant risks and rewards of ownership to the buyer;
the Company retains neither continuing managerial involvement to the degree usually associated with ownership nor effective control over the goods sold;
the amount of revenue can be measured reliably;
it is probable that the Company will receive the consideration due under the transaction; and
the costs incurred or to be incurred in respect of the transaction can be measured reliably.

Where stock is held by third parties on behalf of the Company, sales are not recognised until the
goods are sold onto the end customer. Once the goods are sold to the third party, the Company
recognises revenue when the above criteria are met.

 
2.4

Foreign currency translation

Functional and presentation currency

The Company's functional and presentational currency is GBP.

Transactions and balances

Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency using the spot exchange rates at the dates of the transactions.

At each period end foreign currency monetary items are translated using the closing rate. Non-monetary items measured at historical cost are translated using the exchange rate at the date of the transaction and non-monetary items measured at fair value are measured using the exchange rate when fair value was determined.

Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of transactions and from the translation at period-end exchange rates of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognised in profit or loss except when deferred in other comprehensive income as qualifying cash flow hedges.

Foreign exchange gains and losses that relate to borrowings and cash and cash equivalents are presented in the Statement of income and retained earnings within 'finance income or costs'. All other foreign exchange gains and losses are presented in profit or loss within 'other operating income'.

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ZELLER+GMELIN UK LIMITED
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

2.Accounting policies (continued)

 
2.5

Operating leases: the Company as lessee

Rentals paid under operating leases are charged to the Statement of income and retained earnings on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

 
2.6

Finance costs

Finance costs are charged to profit or loss over the term of the debt using the effective interest method so that the amount charged is at a constant rate on the carrying amount. Issue costs are initially recognised as a reduction in the proceeds of the associated capital instrument.

 
2.7

Pensions

Defined contribution pension plan

The Company operates a defined contribution plan for its employees. A defined contribution plan is a pension plan under which the Company pays fixed contributions into a separate entity. Once the contributions have been paid the Company has no further payment obligations.

The contributions are recognised as an expense in profit or loss when they fall due. Amounts not paid are shown in accruals as a liability in the Balance sheet. The assets of the plan are held separately from the Company in independently administered funds.

 
2.8

Current and deferred taxation

The tax expense for the year comprises current and deferred tax. Tax is recognised in profit or loss except that a charge attributable to an item of income and expense recognised as other comprehensive income or to an item recognised directly in equity is also recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity respectively.

The current income tax charge is calculated on the basis of tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date in the countries where the Company operates and generates income.

Deferred tax balances are recognised in respect of all timing differences that have originated but not reversed by the balance sheet date, except that:
The recognition of deferred tax assets is limited to the extent that it is probable that they will be recovered against the reversal of deferred tax liabilities or other future taxable profits; and
Any deferred tax balances are reversed if and when all conditions for retaining associated tax allowances have been met.

Deferred tax balances are not recognised in respect of permanent differences except in respect of business combinations, when deferred tax is recognised on the differences between the fair values of assets acquired and the future tax deductions available for them and the differences between the fair values of liabilities acquired and the amount that will be assessed for tax. Deferred tax is determined using tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date.


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ZELLER+GMELIN UK LIMITED
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

2.Accounting policies (continued)

 
2.9

Intangible assets

Intangible assets are initially recognised at cost. After recognition, under the cost model, intangible assets are measured at cost less any accumulated amortisation and any accumulated impairment losses.

At each reporting date the company assesses whether there is any indication of impairment. If such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is determined which is the higher of its fair value less costs to sell and its value in use. An impairment loss is recognised where the carrying amount exceeds the recoverable amount.

All intangible assets are considered to have a finite useful life. If a reliable estimate of the useful life cannot be made, the useful life shall not exceed ten years.

 
2.10

Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets under the cost model are stated at historical cost less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment losses. Historical cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to bringing the asset to the location and condition necessary for it to be capable of operating in the manner intended by management.

Depreciation is charged so as to allocate the cost of assets less their residual value over their estimated useful lives, using the straight-line method.

Depreciation is provided on the following bases:

Short-term leasehold property
-
Over the length of the lease
Plant and machinery
-
10% to 33% straight line
Fixtures and fittings
-
10% straight line

The assets' residual values, useful lives and depreciation methods are reviewed, and adjusted prospectively if appropriate, or if there is an indication of a significant change since the last reporting date.

Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing the proceeds with the carrying amount and are recognised in profit or loss.

 
2.11

Valuation of investments

Investments in subsidiaries are measured at cost less accumulated impairment.

 
2.12

Stocks

Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value, being the estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost is based on the cost of purchase on a first in, first out basis. Work in progress and finished goods include labour and attributable overheads.

At each balance sheet date, stocks are assessed for impairment. If stock is impaired, the carrying amount is reduced to its selling price less costs to complete and sell. The impairment loss is recognised immediately in profit or loss.

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ZELLER+GMELIN UK LIMITED
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

2.Accounting policies (continued)

 
2.13

Debtors

Short-term debtors are measured at transaction price, less any impairment. Loans receivable are measured initially at fair value, net of transaction costs, and are measured subsequently at amortised cost using the effective interest method, less any impairment.

 
2.14

Cash and cash equivalents

Cash is represented by cash in hand and deposits with financial institutions repayable without penalty on notice of not more than 24 hours.

 
2.15

Creditors

Short-term creditors are measured at the transaction price. Other financial liabilities, including bank loans, are measured initially at fair value, net of transaction costs, and are measured subsequently at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

 
2.16

Provisions for liabilities

Provisions are recognised when an event has taken place that gives rise to a legal or constructive obligation, a transfer of economic benefits is probable and a reliable estimate can be made.

Provisions are measured as the best estimate of the amount required to settle the obligation, taking into account the related risks and uncertainties.
 
Increases in provisions are generally charged as an expense to profit or loss.


3.


Employees

The average monthly number of employees, including directors, during the year was 13 (2024 - 14).

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ZELLER+GMELIN UK LIMITED
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

4.


Intangible assets




Computer software

£



Cost


At 1 January 2025
23,156


Additions
11,114



At 31 December 2025

34,270



Amortisation


Charge for the year on owned assets
2,815



At 31 December 2025

2,815



Net book value



At 31 December 2025
31,455



At 31 December 2024
23,156



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ZELLER+GMELIN UK LIMITED
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

5.


Tangible fixed assets


Short-term leasehold property
Plant and machinery
Fixtures, fittings and equipment
Total

£
£
£
£



Cost or valuation


At 1 January 2025
334,917
283,855
123,250
742,022


Additions
-
6,606
-
6,606


Disposals
-
(8,528)
-
(8,528)



At 31 December 2025

334,917
281,933
123,250
740,100



Depreciation


At 1 January 2025
333,920
264,581
93,292
691,793


Charge for the year on owned assets
332
14,241
5,158
19,731


Disposals
-
(8,528)
-
(8,528)



At 31 December 2025

334,252
270,294
98,450
702,996



Net book value



At 31 December 2025
665
11,639
24,800
37,104



At 31 December 2024
997
19,274
29,958
50,229


6.


Fixed asset investments





Investments in subsidiary companies

£



Cost or valuation


At 1 January 2025
1



At 31 December 2025
1




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ZELLER+GMELIN UK LIMITED
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

Subsidiary undertaking


The following was a subsidiary undertaking of the Company:

Name

Registered office

Class of shares

Holding

Intercolor Limited
See below
Ordinary
100%

The company is dormant. The registered office of the above company is Leytonstone House, 3 Hanbury Drive, Leytonstone, London, England, E11 1GA.


7.


Debtors

2025
2024
£
£


Trade debtors
437,250
585,328

Amounts owed by group undertakings
38,248
25,220

Other debtors
6,378
-

Prepayments and accrued income
68,175
45,911

550,051
656,459



8.


Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year

2025
2024
£
£

Trade creditors
86,497
74,755

Amounts owed to group undertakings
1,234,788
1,093,229

Corporation tax
116
116

Other taxation and social security
55,155
81,436

Other creditors
4,707
4,002

Accruals and deferred income
212,227
139,756

1,593,490
1,393,294


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ZELLER+GMELIN UK LIMITED
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

9.


Deferred taxation




2025


£






At beginning of year
(12,557)


Utilised in year
3,302



At end of year
(9,255)

The provision for deferred taxation is made up as follows:

2025
2024
£
£


Accelerated capital allowances
(9,255)
(12,557)


10.


Share capital

2025
2024
£
£
Allotted, called up and fully paid



211,500 (2024 - 211,500) Ordinary shares of £1.00 each
211,500
211,500



11.


Pension commitments

The Company operates a defined contribution pension scheme and the pension charge represents the amounts payable by the Company to the funds in respect of the year.

The assets of the scheme are held separately from those of the Company in independently managed funds. Outstanding contributions to the scheme at the year end were £4,707
 (2024 - £4,002). The pension charge for the year amounted to £30,391 (2024 - £29,364).

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ZELLER+GMELIN UK LIMITED
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

12.


Commitments under operating leases

At 31 December 2025 the Company had future minimum lease payments due under non-cancellable operating leases for each of the following periods:

2025
2024
£
£

Land and buildings


Not later than 1 year
139,208
123,140

Later than 1 year and not later than 5 years
514,632
653,840

653,840
776,980

2025
2024

£
£

Cars


Not later than 1 year
31,480
18,705

Later than 1 year and not later than 5 years
47,746
-

79,226
18,705


13.


Related party transactions

The Company has taken the exemption available under FRS 102 Section 33 'Related Party Transactions' not to disclose inter-group information.


14.


Controlling party

The ultimate parent company in the current and preceding year is Zeller & Gmelin GmbH & Co. KG, a company incorporated in Germany. The Company is included in the consolidated accounts prepared by Zeller & Gmelin GmbH & Co. KG and copies of those accounts can be obtained from the parent company's registered office.


15.


Auditor's information

The auditor's report on the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2025 was unqualified.

The audit report was signed on 13 March 2026 by Andrew Barnes (Senior statutory auditor) on behalf of Barnes Roffe Audit Limited.

 
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