Frost Auto Restoration Techniques Ltd
- Active
- Small
- 40 years
- 10 employees
- £1,173,647 (cur assets)
- 1m-15m
- Regular importer
- Regular exporter
- Real address
- 2 directors
- No owners
- St. Helens
- E-commerce
- Rating 4.0 (38)
Company status
Company size
Two conditions of three:
1.Turnover < £10.2 million
2.Balance sheet total < £5.1 million
3.Average number of employees < 50
Two conditions of three:
1.Turnover < £10.2 million
2.Balance sheet total < £5.1 million
3.Average number of employees < 50
Company incorporated on August 05, 1985
Average employees reported at October 31, 2025
Current assets reported at October 31, 2025
Estimated revenue range
Top import category is Various aqueous paints and varnishes, Modified natural polymer-based paints, Various hand tools, Oil-based paints and varnishes, 140.0 months imported, the last import operation was made on January 01, 2026
Top export category is Oil-based paints and varnishes, Files and rasps, Zinc products, Textile and leather treatment products, Acrylic or vinyl-based aqueous paints, 77.0 months exported, the last export operation was made on January 01, 2026
2 companies registered at the address, less than ten
2 directors
No owners reported, probably one of them is in the directors list
Company is located in St. Helens
E-commerce site
Rating 4.0, 38 reviews on Google
Field of Operation
Retail sale via mail order houses or via Internet
47910
213256 companies
SIC CODE 47910. Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes are used to classify the business activities of companies.
Website
Summary
Frost Auto Restoration Techniques Ltd, based in Wigan, UK, is a small, holding company with an active status. Established 39 years ago in 1985, the company employs seven people and holds £1,534,673 in assets. It operates from a virtual address, registered at a location shared by seventy-six other companies, and is overseen by two directors and one owner. The company runs an e-commerce site and regularly imports and exports tanning and dyeing products—nineteen months of import activity and twenty-one months of export activity recorded, the latest in December 2024. Google users rate it 4.0 out of 5 based on thirty-eight reviews.
The company’s website showcases a wide range of automotive tools, equipment, and consumables, catering to both professional restorers and hobbyists. It offers everything from hand tools and workshop equipment to paints, lubricants, and specialist automotive tools. The site is well-organized, with clear product categories and a focus on quality brands. It’s clear the company is targeting a B2B market, with a dedicated section for B2B sales and account details. The website also features technical articles, automotive news, and a "Restorer's Network" to engage with its customer base.
Financially, Frost Auto Restoration Techniques Ltd presents a mixed picture. While net assets increased by 12%, reaching £840,000, current assets decreased by 7.2% to £1,500,000. Bank borrowings decreased by 13% to £140,000, which is a positive sign, but cash reserves fell dramatically, dropping 99% to a mere £95. Trade debtors increased by 140%, suggesting potential issues with customer payments. The company’s small size (meeting two of three criteria for turnover under £10.2m, assets under £5.1m, and fewer than 50 employees) allows for flexibility, but the sharp decline in cash reserves warrants attention. No auditor is mentioned, likely due to the company’s small size and exemption from an audit. The company’s average number of employees increased by 43%, to ten, which could be a sign of growth or increased workload.
Registered in England/Wales under the registration number 01936145, with a registered address at WA11 9UT, England, St. Helens, Unit 2&3 Millfield Business Park Millfield Lane, Haydock.
WARNING: The numbers have been rounded for simplicity and may be inaccurate.Please, refer to the latest financial report for verification.
Ports, countries, transport, and price/kg were calculated by CorpSignals; non-official data, may contain errors.
Managers
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Individual
- 8 years
- 5
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Resident of United Kingdom
Started on 2017-10-10
Also participates in 5 other companies.
Director
Director
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Individual
- 10 years
- 10
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Resident of United Kingdom
Started on 2016-04-13
Also participates in 10 other companies.
Director
Director
Last reports
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The latest financial report submitted one month ago.
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May contain a full shareholders list.
The latest confirmation statement submitted seven months ago.
The latest confirmation statement submitted seven months ago.
* may contain a full shareholder list
Last news
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Total exemption full accounts made up to 2025-10-31Download 16 pages pdf report
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Registered office address changed from 749a Ormskirk Road Wigan WN5 8AT England to Unit 2&3 Millfield Business Park Millfield Lane Haydock St. Helens WA11 9UT on 2025-09-26Download 1 page pdf report
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Change of details for Alan Tunstall Holdings Ltd as a person with significant control on 2025-09-22Download 2 pages pdf report
Importer profile by HS codes
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Import HS codes in detail
3208
3208-Paints and varnishes (non-aqueous)
Paints and varnishes made from synthetic or modified natural polymers, dissolved or dispersed in non-water liquids
35 months, last: 2025-06-01
3209
3209-Paints and varnishes (aqueous)
Paints and varnishes made from synthetic or modified natural polymers, dissolved or dispersed in water
42 months, last: 2026-01-01
3210
3210-Paint and varnish products
Includes all kinds of paints, varnishes, enamels, lacquers, and water-based pigments used for leather finishing
20 months, last: 2026-01-01
3212
3212-Pigments and dyes for paints and retail sale
Pigments, metallic powders, and dyes in liquid or paste form for making paints. Includes stamping foils and retail-packaged coloring products
3 months, last: 2021-06-01
3214
3214-Construction and repair materials
Materials like glaziers' putty, resin cements, and caulking compounds for sealing and filling gaps in buildings
15 months, last: 2021-06-01
3402
3402-Organic cleaning and washing products
Organic cleaning agents and washing products, including soaps and cleaning aids, for household or industrial use
33 months, last: 2024-09-01
3403
3403-Lubricating preparations
Lubricants for machinery, textiles, leather, and other materials, excluding those with 70% or more petroleum oils
1 months, last: 2022-07-01
3405
3405-Polishes and cleaning preparations
Products like polishes, creams, and scouring pastes for cleaning and shining footwear, furniture, floors, vehicles, glass, or metal
9 months, last: 2026-01-01
3506
3506-Prepared glues and adhesives for retail sale
All types of ready-to-use glues and adhesives sold in stores, with a net weight of 1 kg or less. Perfect for household or small projects
4 months, last: 2024-09-01
3810
3810-Metal surface cleaning and welding aids
Products for cleaning metal surfaces, welding powders, and pastes made of metal and other materials. Also includes materials used for coating welding rods
1 months, last: 2021-11-01
3812
3812-Prepared rubber accelerators and plasticisers
Chemicals used to speed up rubber production and soften plastics. Includes anti-oxidising preparations and stabilisers for rubber and plastics
1 months, last: 2016-06-01
3814
3814-Organic solvents and thinners for paints and varnishes
Organic solvents and thinners used for removing or thinning paints and varnishes, not specified elsewhere. Includes prepared paint or varnish removers
4 months, last: 2019-06-01
3824
3824-Prepared binders for foundry moulds or cores
Chemical products used in foundries to bind materials for making moulds or cores, including mixtures of natural and chemical substances
2 months, last: 2016-11-01
3907
3907-Plastics like polyacetals and polycarbonates
Strong plastics used in making gears, bottles, and electronic parts
2 months, last: 2016-06-01
3909
3909-Resins and polyurethanes in raw forms
Basic materials for making amino-resins, phenolic resins, and polyurethanes. These are used in adhesives, coatings, and foams
1 months, last: 2024-09-01
3923
3923-Plastic packaging and transport items
Plastic products used for packing or moving goods, including caps, lids, and stoppers
2 months, last: 2023-06-01
3926
3926-Various plastic products
Various plastic items made from materials listed in headings 3901 to 3914
4 months, last: 2021-06-01
4016
4016-Rubber products (not hard rubber)
Various items made from vulcanized rubber, excluding hard rubber
4 months, last: 2018-06-01
4205
4205-Leather and leather-like material products
Various items made from leather or materials that look like leather, such as bags, belts, and small accessories
5 months, last: 2022-12-01
4417
4417-Wooden tools and tool parts
Covers wooden handles for tools, brooms, or brushes, as well as shoe molds (lasts and trees) made of wood
1 months, last: 2020-06-01
4421
4421-Various wooden articles
Various wooden items not classified elsewhere, such as tools or kitchenware
1 months, last: 2019-08-01
5602
5602-Felt materials
Felt, including types that are treated, coated, or layered, used in various industries
1 months, last: 2022-07-01
6307
6307-Various made-up articles and dress patterns
Includes various finished textile products like dress patterns, cleaning cloths, and more
2 months, last: 2022-01-01
6805
6805-Abrasive powder or grain
Abrasive powders or grains attached to bases like textile, paper, or other materials, used for grinding or polishing
8 months, last: 2021-06-01
47-Wood pulp or other plant-based fiber materials — last traded: 2016-10-01
7310
7310-Small steel or iron containers for liquids or solids
Small storage containers like drums, cans, or boxes made of iron or steel. These hold up to 300 liters and are used for storing liquids or solids
1 months, last: 2023-09-01
7318
7318-Screws, bolts, nuts, and similar items made of iron or steel
Includes screws, bolts, nuts, coach screws, rivets, washers, and similar items made of iron or steel
2 months, last: 2020-07-01
7616
7616-Aluminium products
Various items made from aluminium, including tools, household goods, and industrial parts
1 months, last: 2016-06-01
8203
8203-Hand tools like files, pliers, and shears
Common hand tools including files, rasps, pliers, tweezers, metal-cutting shears, and pipe-cutters
20 months, last: 2025-11-01
8205
8205-General hand tools and equipment
Includes tools like hammers, screwdrivers, blowlamps, and vices, as well as portable forges and grinding wheels
15 months, last: 2022-12-01
8206
8206-Retail tool sets
Sets of tools for sale, including tools from categories 8202 to 8205, packed together for easy use
1 months, last: 2018-05-01
8207
8207-Interchangeable tools
Tools that can be swapped for different tasks, used with hand tools or machines, like drills, cutters, or threading tools
1 months, last: 2021-11-01
8212
8212-Razors and razor blades
Includes all types of razors, razor blades, and razor blade blanks in strips for shaving or grooming
1 months, last: 2016-02-01
8311
8311-Metal wires and rods for welding
Metal wires, rods, tubes, plates, and similar items coated or filled with flux, used for soldering, brazing, welding, or metal spraying
7 months, last: 2025-06-01
8413
8413-Pumps for liquids
Pumps used to move liquids, including those with measuring devices or liquid elevators
1 months, last: 2018-05-01
8414
8414-Air and gas pumps, compressors, and fans
Includes vacuum pumps, air compressors, fans, and ventilating hoods, with or without filters. Also includes gas-tight safety cabinets
1 months, last: 2021-06-01
8424
8424-Spraying and extinguishing equipment
Machines for spraying liquids or powders, including fire extinguishers and spray guns
27 months, last: 2025-06-01
8425
8425-Pulley systems, hoists, winches, and jacks
Includes pulley systems, hoists (except skip hoists), winches, capstans, and jacks for lifting or pulling heavy objects
5 months, last: 2023-09-01
8428
8428-Various lifting and handling machinery
Machinery for lifting, moving, or unloading materials, such as lifts, conveyors, and escalators
4 months, last: 2025-03-01
8430
8430-Earth-moving and mining machines
Machines for digging, grading, or extracting earth, minerals, or ores, including snowplows and pile drivers
1 months, last: 2022-04-01
8456
8456-Advanced material-working machines
Machines that shape materials using lasers, light beams, ultrasonic waves, or water jets
2 months, last: 2018-05-01
8460
8460-Machine tools for finishing metal or cermets
Machines for grinding, polishing, or finishing metal or cermets, excluding gear cutting machines
3 months, last: 2023-10-01
8462
8462-Metalworking machine tools
Machines used for shaping metal, including forging, bending, folding, and cutting. Includes presses and other tools for metal forming
13 months, last: 2022-12-01
8463
8463-Metalworking machines without material removal
Machines that shape metal without cutting or removing material
1 months, last: 2021-06-01
8466
8466-Parts and accessories for machines (types 8456 to 8465)
Includes tool holders, work holders, and special attachments for machines like lathes and drills
7 months, last: 2021-06-01
8467
8467-Hand tools with motors
Pneumatic, hydraulic, or electric hand tools for various tasks
32 months, last: 2026-01-01
8468
8468-Machines and tools for soldering, welding, or brazing, including gas-operated tools
Includes all types of machines and tools used for joining or cutting metal, such as gas-operated tempering machines and handheld blowpipes
5 months, last: 2018-05-01
8474
8474-Machines for processing minerals and similar materials
Machines used to sort, crush, mix, or shape minerals, ores, and similar materials
2 months, last: 2024-03-01
8479
8479-Machines with specific functions
Machines and mechanical devices designed for unique tasks not covered elsewhere
2 months, last: 2019-01-01
8501
8501-Electric motors
Devices that convert electricity into motion, used in appliances or machinery
2 months, last: 2024-09-01
8503
8503-Parts for electric generators and converters
Spare parts and components designed for electric generators and converters
2 months, last: 2016-11-01
8505
8505-Magnets and electromagnetic devices
Permanent magnets, electromagnets, and related devices like clutches and brakes
1 months, last: 2020-04-01
8513
8513-Portable electric lamps
Handheld lamps powered by batteries or other energy sources, excluding vehicle lighting
1 months, last: 2018-03-01
8515
8515-Electric welding and soldering machines
Machines for welding, soldering, or cutting metals using electricity, lasers, or other methods
28 months, last: 2023-09-01
8517
8517-Telephones and communication devices
Includes smartphones, landline phones, and devices for transmitting or receiving voice, images, or data over networks
1 months, last: 2016-01-01
8523
8523-Storage media for sound and data recording
Includes discs, tapes, smart cards, and other devices for recording sound or data, whether recorded or not. Also includes master discs for production
1 months, last: 2016-06-01
8716
8716-Trailers and non-motorized vehicles
Covers trailers, semi-trailers, and other non-powered vehicles, along with their parts
5 months, last: 2024-06-01
9019
9019-Therapy and medical devices
Includes massage machines, therapy devices for oxygen or aerosol treatment, and machines for artificial breathing
1 months, last: 2017-04-01
9031
9031-Measuring tools and machines
Tools and machines used to measure or check things, not listed elsewhere. Includes profile projectors
2 months, last: 2016-10-01
9403
9403-Various furniture and parts
General furniture and parts not covered under specific categories, such as office or household furniture
1 months, last: 2020-07-01
9503
9503-Wheeled toys, dolls, and model kits
Covers tricycles, scooters, dolls, model trains, puzzles, and other toys for kids and collectors
1 months, last: 2020-04-01
Last imported products
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HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-01-01
Port: Felixstowe
Country: Germany
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £3.7 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-01-01
Port: Dover
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £2.42 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2025-06-01
Port: Dover
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £5.04 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2025-06-01
Port: Eurotunnel
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £5.47 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-01-01
Port: Felixstowe
Country: China
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £8.11 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2025-07-01
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2025-06-01
Country: China
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £7.06 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-01-01
Country: Germany
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £4.49 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2025-11-01
Country: Netherlands
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £16.34 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2025-06-01
Country: United States
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £12.05 per kg
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Exporter profile by HS codes
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Export HS codes in detail
3209
3209-Paints and varnishes (aqueous)
Paints and varnishes made from synthetic or modified natural polymers, dissolved or dispersed in water
3 months, last: 2021-06-01
3210
3210-Paint and varnish products
Includes all kinds of paints, varnishes, enamels, lacquers, and water-based pigments used for leather finishing
26 months, last: 2026-01-01
3401
3401-Soap and skin cleaning products
Bars, liquids, or creams for washing skin, including medicated soaps and products for retail sale
1 months, last: 2021-05-01
3403
3403-Lubricating preparations
Lubricants for machinery, textiles, leather, and other materials, excluding those with 70% or more petroleum oils
4 months, last: 2024-12-01
3405
3405-Polishes and cleaning preparations
Products like polishes, creams, and scouring pastes for cleaning and shining footwear, furniture, floors, vehicles, glass, or metal
1 months, last: 2021-09-01
3506
3506-Prepared glues and adhesives for retail sale
All types of ready-to-use glues and adhesives sold in stores, with a net weight of 1 kg or less. Perfect for household or small projects
1 months, last: 2024-09-01
3811
3811-Oil additives for engines and fuels
Additives for engine oils and fuels, including anti-knock agents, corrosion inhibitors, and viscosity improvers
1 months, last: 2023-02-01
3919
3919-Self-adhesive plastic sheets
Self-adhesive plastic sheets, films, foils, tapes, or strips, available in rolls or flat shapes
1 months, last: 2022-09-01
7907
7907-Zinc products
Other items made of zinc, including household goods, industrial parts, and decorative items
19 months, last: 2023-07-01
8203
8203-Hand tools like files, pliers, and shears
Common hand tools including files, rasps, pliers, tweezers, metal-cutting shears, and pipe-cutters
25 months, last: 2025-07-01
8460
8460-Machine tools for finishing metal or cermets
Machines for grinding, polishing, or finishing metal or cermets, excluding gear cutting machines
2 months, last: 2023-01-01
8462
8462-Metalworking machine tools
Machines used for shaping metal, including forging, bending, folding, and cutting. Includes presses and other tools for metal forming
1 months, last: 2021-08-01
8511
8511-Electrical ignition and starting equipment for engines
Parts like spark plugs, ignition coils, and starter motors used in car or machinery engines
1 months, last: 2024-12-01
8515
8515-Electric welding and soldering machines
Machines for welding, soldering, or cutting metals using electricity, lasers, or other methods
1 months, last: 2023-02-01
Last exported products
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HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2026-01-01
Port: Dover / Eurotunnel
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £5.7 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2025-07-01
Port: Immingham Docks
Country: Belgium
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £14.87 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2024-12-01
Port: Aberdeen Docks
Country: Norway
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £17.27 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2024-12-01
Port: Dover / Eurotunnel
Country: France
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £71.2 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2023-02-01
Port: Dover / Eurotunnel
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £16.97 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2024-09-01
Port: Dover / Eurotunnel
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £9.1 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2023-07-01
Port: Dover / Eurotunnel
Country: France
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £14.52 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2023-02-01
Port: London Gateway Port
Country: Senegal
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £11.81 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2023-01-01
Port: East Midlands Airport
Country: Norway
Transport: Air transport
Price: £28.56 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2022-09-01
Port: Dover / Eurotunnel
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £15.17 per kg
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