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    CLEAN + PROTECT SINCE 1973OBCI, INC. ANNUAL REPORT 2019Fellow Shareholders:

As we prepare this year’s annual letter to 
shareholders, our nation and our world is 
confronting one of the greatest threats of a 
generation, affecting not only our health, but 
global economies as well. We honor those lost 
during this time and respect the brave people 
continuing to work through the COVID-19 crisis, 
including first responders, healthcare workers, 
and of course our own Star brite / Kinpak family 
of employees. As an “essential business,” our 
Company is finding new purpose through these 
uncertain times, with the spirit of Innovation, 
Experience, and Leadership blazing the trail.

For generations, Star brite products have  
elped the world to clean and protect their 
boats, RVs, homes, and more. And in the past 
two years, we’ve brought the theme and tagline 
of Clean + Protect to the foreground, featuring 
it in our marketing and trade show displays. 
Now, more than ever, we realize how important 
those words really are. In a time when cleaning 
and protection has now become a standard 
of survival, we at Star brite are honored to fulfill 
our mission, helping to keep America healthy 
through what we do best. 

STAR BRITE. CLEAN + PROTECT.  

2019 IN REVIEW 
Though current headlines dominate our 
thoughts, we would like to look back briefly on 
our last year of decisions and celebrate the 
milestones that have afforded us the opportunity 
to keep our employees successful and moving 
forward during these challenging times. It was 
these series of decisions and investments that 
are now proving “essential.”

The year 2019 presented its own challenges: a 
late spring delayed the beginning of boating 
season, and a very active hurricane season 
dampened many holidays and high-spending 
events, including Labor Day. Despite these 
weather-related setbacks, the Company reports 
record net sales for the seventh continuous year.

In 2019, we saw the first full year of service of the 
expansion at our manufacturing facility—Kinpak. 
Increased capacity in the warehouse as well as 
additional filling capabilities grew overall output 

and strengthened operational efficiencies. With 
the entire facility maximized to over 300,000 
square feet, the additional warehouse space 
and loading docks allow greater storage as well 
as improved traffic in and out of the facility.

A new filling line completed last year not only 
increases production capabilities, but under 
current circumstances, it also affords our 
employees additional space as social distancing 
protocols are in place, while still maintaining 
adequate production. 

ACQUISITIONS
On December 27, 2019, the Company acquired 
certain tangible and intangible assets of Check 
Corporation, a manufacturer and distributer of 
mildew and humidity control products under 
the name of Damp Check™. This new addition to 
the Company’s established portfolio of brands 
is an ideal fit and supports our current efforts in 
expanding the air care and desiccants market. 

The previous acquisition of Snappy Marine, 
Inc. in 2018 proved profitable in 2019 as the 
teak and fine wood restoration market finds a 
larger following in the American marketplace. 
Snappy Teak products are a popular choice for 
professional yards and the yachting market, due 
to their quick-acting chemistry. An additional 
teak oil product was also introduced to complete 
the Snappy Teak line, further enhancing the line’s 
market appeal. 

PRODUCTS AND MARKETING
In addition to the marine teak market, the 
Company launched a new line of teak products 
geared toward home use under the brand Star 
brite Home. Consisting of two products, this initial 
offering launched in a major, big-box retailer 
nationwide, and has seen positive sales. Store 
counts and availability are trending higher for 
2020.

Star brite Auto Odor Eliminator, which found 
placement in a national automotive retailer in 
2018, added another major automotive retailer—
thus doubling its availability. Advertising and 
marketing featuring professional bass angler 
Scott Martin (from The Scott Martin Challenge) 
continues to air omajor networks, including 

    CLEAN + PROTECT SINCE 1973Discovery, as well as local markets and online.  
Building on the success of Auto Odor Eliminator, 
a similar product for the RV category launched 
in 2019: RV Odor Eliminator (RVOE). Recreational 
vehicles and campers pose unique challenges 
for air care products for many reasons: 
differences in size (as compared to cars and 
trucks) as well as features common to RVs—such 
as kitchens, bathrooms, and living spaces—all 
which can produce odors. RV Odor Eliminator is 
a larger, stronger product (as compared to Auto 
Odor Eliminator) suited for the larger sizes and 
stronger odors of the RV market. 

Along with RVOE, the RV market continues to 
grow year over year, and we are now in year 
three of seeing this increase. Star brite product 
offerings are growing each year as well, now 
including products for holding tank treatments, 
freshwater treatments, natural air care, exterior 
and interior cleaning, and specialty products. 

Star Tron—our premier ethanol fuel treatment—
also saw growth yet again. A major national 
product data firm collected POS data and 
recognized Star Tron as the number one 
ethanol fuel treatment in the nation. Not only is 
it number one, but by a large margin. We are 
attributing the growth to enhanced placement in 
distribution and national retailers. 

REVENUES
The year 2019 marked the seventh consecutive 
year in which the Company achieved record 
annual net sales. Once again, our Star brite® 
branded and private label marine products led 
the way. We experienced increased sales of our 
marine products throughout our distribution 
channels, including marine specialty retailers, 
mass merchandisers and online retailers.

The Company’s 2019 record net income was 
approximately $3.5 million, compared to 2018 
net income of $2.8 million, an increase of 
approximately $700,000 or 25%. Earnings per 
share for 2019 were $0.37 compared to $0.30 for 
2018, an increase of 23%. 

2020 OUTLOOK
The last few years have laid the groundwork for 
Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc. to successfully navigate 
our company through these uncertain times. 
Our decisions and planning—expanding our 
manufacturing plant, increasing our advertising 
in our home care and disinfecting products, 
hiring more employees and extending our sales 
network—have prepared us for the journey 
ahead in this year and beyond. Currently, we 
are seeing record sales of Performacide, and 
the Company is cautiously optimistic that these 
patterns in sales will secure our disinfectant as a 
mainstay in the category, as well as opening the 
door to new markets. 

We’re not sure when business will be back to 
normal. And normal will never be “normal” again. 
However, as state’s open up and Americans 
(and the world) resume social activities, we think 
there may be a renewed passion for outdoor 
activities in particular. Low fuel costs, favorable 
weather, and a high demand to be outside are 
all factors that benefit our markets, including 
boating, powersports, and RVing. When it comes 
to the outlook for 2020, no one can know how 
far-reaching or long-lasting the ramifications of 
COVID-19 will be, however, as a company, we are 
investing in inventory and producing product. 
Therefore, when outdoor activities are resumed, 
our products will be available and waiting.

We are optimistic that these investments will 
return yet another successful year. So far, OBCI 
has not had to take steps to furlough or lay off 
employees, and we are extraordinarily grateful 
to the many men and women in our Ocean 
Bio-Chem family for ensuring our continued 
operations despite the many challenges the 
world has faced in such a short time.

I thank all of our employees for your dedication, 
ambition, and vision. 
Stay healthy and safe.

The Company also reported record net sales in 
2019 of approximately $42.3 million, compared to 
approximately $41.8 million for 2018, an increase 
of approximately $500,000.   

Peter G. Dornau
President and Chief Executive Officer
April 2020

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-K

☒☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019

or

☐☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
 For the transition period from _______ to _______

Commission File Number 000-11102

OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Florida
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)

59-1564329
(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)

4041 SW 47 AVENUE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA 33314
(Address of principal executive offices)

954-587-6280
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class
Common Stock, $0.01 par value

Trading Symbol
OBCI

Name of each exchange on which registered
The NASDAQ Stock Market

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:
None

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act.  Yes ☐☐ No ☒☒
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act.  Yes ☐☐ No ☒☒
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the 
preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 
days.  Yes ☒☒ No ☐☐
Indicate  by  check  mark  whether  registrant  has  submitted  electronically  every  Interactive  Data  File  required  to  be  submitted  pursuant  to  Rule  405  of  Regulation 
S-T during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files).  Yes ☒☒ No ☐☐
Indicate  by  check  mark  whether  the  registrant  is  a  large  accelerated  filer,  an  accelerated  filer,  a  non-accelerated  filer,  a  smaller  reporting  company  or  an  emerging 
growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of 
the Exchange Act.

Large accelerated filer 
Non-accelerated filer 

☐☐
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Accelerated filer 
Smaller reporting company 
Emerging growth company

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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised 
financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act). Yes ☐☐ No ☒☒
The aggregate market value of the registrant’s common stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant as of June 28, 2019 was $10,088,084, based upon the closing price 
of  the  registrant’s  common  stock  on  such  date  as  reported  by  the  NASDAQ  Capital  Market. For  purposes  of  making  this  computation  only,  all  executive  officers, 
directors and beneficial owners of more than five percent of the registrant’s common stock are deemed to be affiliates.

At March 26, 2020, 9,448,105 shares of the registrant’s common stock were outstanding.

DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

Portions of the registrant’s definitive proxy statement, which will be filed not later than April 29, 2020, are incorporated by reference in Part III of this report.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Part I
Item 1.
Item 1A.
Item 1B.
Item 2.
Item 3.
Item 4

Business
Risk Factors
Unresolved Staff Comments
Properties
Legal Proceedings
Mine Safety Disclosures

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Item 5.
Item 6.
Item 7.
Item 7A.
Item 8.
Item 9.
Item 9A.
Item 9B.

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Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
Selected Financial Data
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure
Controls and Procedures
Other Information

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Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
Selected Financial Data
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure
Controls and Procedures
Other Information

Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance
Executive Compensation
Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters
Business
Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence
Risk Factors
Principal Accounting Fees and Services
Unresolved Staff Comments
Properties
Legal Proceedings
Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules
Mine Safety Disclosures
Form 10-K Summary

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Item 10.
Item 11.
Part I
Item 12.
Item 1.
Item 13.
Item 1A.
Item 14.
Item 1B.
Item 2.
Part IV
Item 3.
Item 15.
Item 4
Item 16.
Signatures
Part II
Index To Consolidated Financial Statements
Item 5.
Item 6.
Forward-looking Statements:
Item 7.
Item 7A.
Certain  statements  contained  in  this  Annual  Report  on  Form  10-K,  including  without  limitation,  estimated  costs  of  expansion  of  facilities  operated  by  our  wholly-
Item 8.
owned  subsidiary,  KINPAK  Inc.  (“Kinpak”),  our  ability  to  locate  substitute  third  party  manufacturing  facilities  without  a  substantial  adverse  effect  on  our 
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manufacturing  and  distribution,  the  effect  of  price  increases  in  raw  materials  that  are  petroleum  or  chemical  based  or  commodity  chemicals  on  our  margins,  the 
Item 9A.
sufficiency of funds provided through operations and existing sources of financing to satisfy our cash requirements and our expectation that we will be able to maintain 
Item 9B.
borrowings,  if  any,  under  our  current  revolving  line  of  credit  facility  until  the  end  of  its  stated  term  constitute  forward-looking  statements.  For  this  purpose,  any 
statements contained in this report that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Without limiting the generality of the 
Part III
foregoing,  words  such  as  “believe,”  “may,”  “will,”  “expect,”  “anticipate,”  “intend,”  or  “could,”  including  the  negative  or  other  variations  thereof  or  comparable 
Item 10.
terminology, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause 
Item 11.
actual results to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that may affect these results include, but are not 
Item 12.
limited  to,  the  highly  competitive  nature  of  our  industry;  reliance  on  certain  key  customers;  changes  in  consumer  demand  for  marine,  recreational  vehicle  and 
Item 13.
automotive products; expenditures on, and the effectiveness of, our advertising and promotional efforts; unanticipated litigation developments; exposure to market risks 
Item 14.
relating to changes in interest rates, foreign currency exchange rates and prices for raw materials that are petroleum or chemical based; and other factors discussed 
below under Item 1A, “Risk Factors.”
Part IV
Item 15.
Item 16.
Signatures
Index To Consolidated Financial Statements

Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance
Executive Compensation
Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters
Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence
Principal Accounting Fees and Services

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Forward-looking Statements:

Certain  statements  contained  in  this  Annual  Report  on  Form  10-K,  including  without  limitation,  estimated  costs  of  expansion  of  facilities  operated  by  our  wholly-
owned  subsidiary,  KINPAK  Inc.  (“Kinpak”),  our  ability  to  locate  substitute  third  party  manufacturing  facilities  without  a  substantial  adverse  effect  on  our 
manufacturing  and  distribution,  the  effect  of  price  increases  in  raw  materials  that  are  petroleum  or  chemical  based  or  commodity  chemicals  on  our  margins,  the 
sufficiency of funds provided through operations and existing sources of financing to satisfy our cash requirements and our expectation that we will be able to maintain 
borrowings,  if  any,  under  our  current  revolving  line  of  credit  facility  until  the  end  of  its  stated  term  constitute  forward-looking  statements.  For  this  purpose,  any 
statements contained in this report that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Without limiting the generality of the 
foregoing,  words  such  as  “believe,”  “may,”  “will,”  “expect,”  “anticipate,”  “intend,”  or  “could,”  including  the  negative  or  other  variations  thereof  or  comparable 
terminology, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause 
actual results to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that may affect these results include, but are not 
limited  to,  the  highly  competitive  nature  of  our  industry;  reliance  on  certain  key  customers;  changes  in  consumer  demand  for  marine,  recreational  vehicle  and 
automotive products; expenditures on, and the effectiveness of, our advertising and promotional efforts; unanticipated litigation developments; exposure to market risks 
relating to changes in interest rates, foreign currency exchange rates and prices for raw materials that are petroleum or chemical based; and other factors discussed 
below under Item 1A, “Risk Factors.”

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Item 1.  Business

General:

PART I

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We  are  principally  engaged  in  the  manufacture,  marketing,  and  distribution  of  a  broad  line  of  appearance,  performance  and  maintenance  products  for  the  marine, 
automotive, power sports, recreational vehicle, home care and outdoor power equipment markets, under the Star brite® and Star Tron® brand names. We sell these 
products  within  the  United States  of  America  and  Canada.  In  addition,  we  produce  private  label  formulations  of  many  of  our  products  for  various  customers  and 
provide  custom  blending  and  packaging  services  for  these  and  other  products.  We  also  manufacture,  market  and  distribute  chlorine  dioxide-based  deodorizing 
disinfectant,  and  sanitizing  products  under  the  Star  brite®  and  Performacide®  brand  names,  utilizing  a  patented  delivery  system  for  use  with  products  containing 
chlorine dioxide. Unless the context indicates otherwise, we sometimes refer to Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc. and its consolidated subsidiaries as “the Company," "we" or 
"our.”

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PART I

Ocean  Bio-Chem,  Inc.  was  incorporated  in  1973  under  the  laws  of the  state  of  Florida. In  1981,  we  purchased,  from  Peter G. Dornau  and  Arthur  Spector,  the  co-
Item 1.  Business
founders of the Company, rights to the Star brite® trademark and related products for the United States and Canada. Mr. Dornau, our Chairman, President and Chief 
Executive  Officer,  has  retained  rights  to  these  assets  with  respect  to  all  other  geographic  areas. Accordingly,  products  we  manufacture  that  are  sold  outside  of  the 
General:
United States and Canada are purchased from us and distributed by two companies owned by Mr. Dornau. Net sales to the two companies in 2019 and 2018 totaled 
approximately $1,788,000 and $2,190,000, representing 4.2% and 5.2% of our net sales, respectively. See Note 10 to the consolidated financial statements included in 
We  are  principally  engaged  in  the  manufacture,  marketing,  and  distribution  of  a  broad  line  of  appearance,  performance  and  maintenance  products  for  the  marine, 
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automotive, power sports, recreational vehicle, home care and outdoor power equipment markets, under the Star brite® and Star Tron® brand names. We sell these 
products  within  the  United States  of  America  and  Canada.  In  addition,  we  produce  private  label  formulations  of  many  of  our  products  for  various  customers  and 
Because  our  operations  involve,  in  all  material  respects,  substantially  similar  manufacturing  and  distribution  processes,  our  operations  constitute  one  reportable 
provide  custom  blending  and  packaging  services  for  these  and  other  products.  We  also  manufacture,  market  and  distribute  chlorine  dioxide-based  deodorizing 
segment for financial reporting purposes.
disinfectant,  and  sanitizing  products  under  the  Star  brite®  and  Performacide®  brand  names,  utilizing  a  patented  delivery  system  for  use  with  products  containing 
chlorine dioxide. Unless the context indicates otherwise, we sometimes refer to Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc. and its consolidated subsidiaries as “the Company," "we" or 
Recent Developments:
"our.”

The  Company’s  wholly-owned  subsidiary,  KINPAK  Inc.  (“Kinpak”)  has  been  engaged  since  2017  in  a  project  involving  the  expansion  of  its  manufacturing, 
Ocean  Bio-Chem,  Inc.  was  incorporated  in  1973  under  the  laws  of the  state  of  Florida. In  1981,  we  purchased,  from  Peter G. Dornau  and  Arthur  Spector,  the  co-
warehouse  and  distribution  facilities  in  Montgomery,  Alabama,  as  well  as  the  purchase  and  installation  of  associated  machinery  and  equipment  (the  “Expansion 
founders of the Company, rights to the Star brite® trademark and related products for the United States and Canada. Mr. Dornau, our Chairman, President and Chief 
Project”). Kinpak has completed the construction of, and placed into service, an approximately 85,000 square foot addition to the facilities and an expansion of a tank 
Executive  Officer,  has  retained  rights  to  these  assets  with  respect  to  all  other  geographic  areas. Accordingly,  products  we  manufacture  that  are  sold  outside  of  the 
farm  to  accommodate  an  additional  500,000  gallons  of  tank  capacity.  The  final  phase  of  the  Expansion  Project  entails  the  evaluation,  purchase  and  installation  of 
United States and Canada are purchased from us and distributed by two companies owned by Mr. Dornau. Net sales to the two companies in 2019 and 2018 totaled 
additional equipment. At December 31, 2019, Kinpak had spent an aggregate of approximately $6.1 million on the Expansion Project. Of that amount, approximately 
approximately $1,788,000 and $2,190,000, representing 4.2% and 5.2% of our net sales, respectively. See Note 10 to the consolidated financial statements included in 
$2,654,000 was provided through a $4,500,000 industrial development bond financing, which is described in Note 8.
this report for additional information.

On  December  9,  2019,  there  was  a  chemical  incident  at  Kinpak.  As  a  precautionary  measure  several  employees  were  sent  to  the  hospital.  We  believe  that  no  one 
Because  our  operations  involve,  in  all  material  respects,  substantially  similar  manufacturing  and  distribution  processes,  our  operations  constitute  one  reportable 
suffered any serious injuries, and that we do not have any liability relating to personal injuries.
segment for financial reporting purposes.

The chemical  incident damaged some of Kinpak’s manufacturing equipment. At December 31,  2019,  it  was determined  that manufacturing  equipment with a book 
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value  of  $50,520  was  no  longer  useable.  The  Company  recorded  a  loss  for  the  $50,520  and  an  offsetting  gain  and  receivable  of  $50,520  in  2019 
from insurance policies. No net gain or net loss from the chemical incident was recognized in 2019. Any gain or loss from the chemical incident will be recognized in a 
The  Company’s  wholly-owned  subsidiary,  KINPAK  Inc.  (“Kinpak”)  has  been  engaged  since  2017  in  a  project  involving  the  expansion  of  its  manufacturing, 
future period.  
warehouse  and  distribution  facilities  in  Montgomery,  Alabama,  as  well  as  the  purchase  and  installation  of  associated  machinery  and  equipment  (the  “Expansion 
Project”). Kinpak has completed the construction of, and placed into service, an approximately 85,000 square foot addition to the facilities and an expansion of a tank 
The Company is still assessing the total property damage from the chemical incident and does not expect the loss to be in excess of the insurance proceeds. 
farm  to  accommodate  an  additional  500,000  gallons  of  tank  capacity.  The  final  phase  of  the  Expansion  Project  entails  the  evaluation,  purchase  and  installation  of 
additional equipment. At December 31, 2019, Kinpak had spent an aggregate of approximately $6.1 million on the Expansion Project. Of that amount, approximately 
Products:
$2,654,000 was provided through a $4,500,000 industrial development bond financing, which is described in Note 8.

The products that we manufacture and market include the following:
On  December  9,  2019,  there  was  a  chemical  incident  at  Kinpak.  As  a  precautionary  measure  several  employees  were  sent  to  the  hospital.  We  believe  that  no  one 
suffered any serious injuries, and that we do not have any liability relating to personal injuries.
Marine: Our  marine  line  consists  of  polishes,  cleaners,  protectants  and  waxes  under  the  Star brite®  brand  name,  enzyme  fuel  treatment  under  the  Star Tron®  brand 
name, and private label products sold by some of our customers. The marine line also includes motor oils, boat washes, vinyl cleaners, protectants, teak cleaners, teak 
The chemical  incident damaged some of Kinpak’s manufacturing equipment. At December 31,  2019,  it  was determined  that manufacturing  equipment with a book 
oils,  bilge  cleaners,  hull  cleaners,  silicone  sealants,  polyurethane  sealants,  polysulfide  sealants,  gasket  materials,  lubricants,  antifouling  additives  and  anti-freeze 
value  of  $50,520  was  no  longer  useable.  The  Company  recorded  a  loss  for  the  $50,520  and  an  offsetting  gain  and  receivable  of  $50,520  in  2019 
coolants. In addition, we manufacture a line of brushes, brush handles, tie-downs and other related marine accessories.
from insurance policies. No net gain or net loss from the chemical incident was recognized in 2019. Any gain or loss from the chemical incident will be recognized in a 
future period.  
Automotive: We manufacture a line of automotive products under the Star brite® and Star Tron® brand names. The automotive line includes fuel treatments for both 
gas and diesel engines, motor oils, greases and related items. Our Star Tron® enzyme fuel treatment is designed to eliminate and prevent engine problems associated 
The Company is still assessing the total property damage from the chemical incident and does not expect the loss to be in excess of the insurance proceeds. 
with fuel containing 10% ethanol (E-10 fuel) including, among other things, fuel degradation, debris in fuel (gum and varnish formation) and ethanol’s propensity to 
attract  water  (which  can  adversely  affect  octane). Star  Tron®  fuel  treatment  also  increases  fuel  economy  by  cleaning  the  fuel  delivery  system  and  facilitating  more 
Products:
complete and uniform combustion. In addition, we produce anti-freeze and windshield washes under the Star brite® brand and under private labels for customers. We 
The products that we manufacture and market include the following:
also produce automotive polishes, cleaners and other appearance items.

Marine: Our  marine  line  consists  of  polishes,  cleaners,  protectants  and  waxes  under  the  Star brite®  brand  name,  enzyme  fuel  treatment  under  the  Star Tron®  brand 
name, and private label products sold by some of our customers. The marine line also includes motor oils, boat washes, vinyl cleaners, protectants, teak cleaners, teak 
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oils,  bilge  cleaners,  hull  cleaners,  silicone  sealants,  polyurethane  sealants,  polysulfide  sealants,  gasket  materials,  lubricants,  antifouling  additives  and  anti-freeze 
coolants. In addition, we manufacture a line of brushes, brush handles, tie-downs and other related marine accessories.

Automotive: We manufacture a line of automotive products under the Star brite® and Star Tron® brand names. The automotive line includes fuel treatments for both 
gas and diesel engines, motor oils, greases and related items. Our Star Tron® enzyme fuel treatment is designed to eliminate and prevent engine problems associated 
with fuel containing 10% ethanol (E-10 fuel) including, among other things, fuel degradation, debris in fuel (gum and varnish formation) and ethanol’s propensity to 
attract  water  (which  can  adversely  affect  octane). Star  Tron®  fuel  treatment  also  increases  fuel  economy  by  cleaning  the  fuel  delivery  system  and  facilitating  more 
complete and uniform combustion. In addition, we produce anti-freeze and windshield washes under the Star brite® brand and under private labels for customers. We 
also produce automotive polishes, cleaners and other appearance items.

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Recreational Vehicle/Power Sports: We market Star Tron® fuel treatment and other specialty products to the recreational vehicle market, including snow mobiles, all-
terrain  vehicles  and  motorcycles. For  power  sports  enthusiasts,  Star Tron®  provides  a  viable  solution  to  a  number  of  problems  associated  with  E-10  fuel. Other 
specialty  recreational  vehicle/power  sports  products  include  cleaners,  polishes,  detergents,  fabric  cleaners  and  protectants,  silicone  sealants,  waterproofers,  gasket 
materials, degreasers, vinyl cleaners and protectants, toilet treatment fluids and anti-freeze/coolant.

Outdoor Power Equipment/ Lawn & Garden: We market Star Tron® as a solution to help rectify a number of operating engine problems associated with E-10 fuel in 
commercial lawn equipment and other home and garden power equipment.

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Disinfectant  Group:  Our  disinfectant  group  includes  chlorine  dioxide  based  deodorizers,  disinfectants  and  sanitizers,  which  we  sell  under  the  Star brite®  and 
Performacide® brand names, and which our customers sell using private label brands. Star Brite® products include NosGUARD mildew odor control bags and boat 
odor  sanitizers.  Performacide®  products  include  disinfectants  for  hard,  non-porous  surfaces,  air  care  products  for  deodorizing  and  products  to  eliminate  mold  and 
mildew.  These  products  are  sold  in  both  a  gas  and  liquid  form.  The  U.S.  Environmental  Protection  Agency  has  accepted  labeling  for  Performacide®  used  in  hard 
surface  applications  that  claims,  among  other  things,  effectiveness  as  a  virucide  against  a  variety  of  viruses,  including  HIV-1,  Influenza-A,  Herpes  Simplex-2, 
Poliovirus-1, norovirus and rotavirus; as a disinfectant against a number of different types of bacteria; and as a sanitizer against certain types of bacteria that cause food 
borne illnesses. We are directing distribution efforts with respect to our disinfectant group principally towards the marine, automotive, home restoration, pet care and 
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Contract Filling and Blow Molded Bottles: We blend and package a variety of chemical formulations to our customers’ specifications. In addition, we manufacture for 
Recreational Vehicle/Power Sports: We market Star Tron® fuel treatment and other specialty products to the recreational vehicle market, including snow mobiles, all-
sale to various customers assorted styles of both PVC and HDPE blow molded bottles.
terrain  vehicles  and  motorcycles. For  power  sports  enthusiasts,  Star Tron®  provides  a  viable  solution  to  a  number  of  problems  associated  with  E-10  fuel. Other 
specialty  recreational  vehicle/power  sports  products  include  cleaners,  polishes,  detergents,  fabric  cleaners  and  protectants,  silicone  sealants,  waterproofers,  gasket 
Manufacturing: We produce most of our products at Kinpak’s manufacturing facilities in Montgomery, Alabama. In addition, we contract with various third- party 
materials, degreasers, vinyl cleaners and protectants, toilet treatment fluids and anti-freeze/coolant.
manufacturers to manufacture some of our products, which are manufactured to our specifications using our provided formulas. Each third- party manufacturer enters 
into a confidentiality agreement with us.
Outdoor Power Equipment/ Lawn & Garden: We market Star Tron® as a solution to help rectify a number of operating engine problems associated with E-10 fuel in 
commercial lawn equipment and other home and garden power equipment.
We  purchase  raw  materials  from  a  variety  of  suppliers;  all  raw  materials  used  in  manufacturing  are  readily  available  from  alternative  sources. We  design  our  own 
packaging and supply our outside manufacturers with the appropriate design or packaging. We believe that our internal manufacturing capacity and our arrangements 
Disinfectant  Group:  Our  disinfectant  group  includes  chlorine  dioxide  based  deodorizers,  disinfectants  and  sanitizers,  which  we  sell  under  the  Star brite®  and 
with our current outside manufacturers are adequate for our present needs.
Performacide® brand names, and which our customers sell using private label brands. Star Brite® products include NosGUARD mildew odor control bags and boat 
odor  sanitizers.  Performacide®  products  include  disinfectants  for  hard,  non-porous  surfaces,  air  care  products  for  deodorizing  and  products  to  eliminate  mold  and 
In the event that arrangements with any third-party manufacturer are discontinued, we believe that we will be able to locate substitute manufacturing facilities without a 
mildew.  These  products  are  sold  in  both  a  gas  and  liquid  form.  The  U.S.  Environmental  Protection  Agency  has  accepted  labeling  for  Performacide®  used  in  hard 
substantial adverse effect on our manufacturing and distribution.
surface  applications  that  claims,  among  other  things,  effectiveness  as  a  virucide  against  a  variety  of  viruses,  including  HIV-1,  Influenza-A,  Herpes  Simplex-2, 
Marketing and Significant Customers: Our branded and private label products are sold through national retailers such as Wal-Mart, Tractor Supply, West Marine 
Poliovirus-1, norovirus and rotavirus; as a disinfectant against a number of different types of bacteria; and as a sanitizer against certain types of bacteria that cause food 
and Bass Pro Shops. Additionally, we market our products via online retailers.  We also sell to national and regional distributors that resell our products to specialized 
borne illnesses. We are directing distribution efforts with respect to our disinfectant group principally towards the marine, automotive, home restoration, pet care and 
retail outlets. In the case of Performacide® disinfectant/sanitizing products, we sell to both retailers as well as distributors that resell our products, in some cases under 
agriculture markets, and to institutions such as schools.
private labels, to end users principally in the marine, automotive, home restoration, law enforcement and agriculture markets.
Contract Filling and Blow Molded Bottles: We blend and package a variety of chemical formulations to our customers’ specifications. In addition, we manufacture for 
sale to various customers assorted styles of both PVC and HDPE blow molded bottles.
Net sales to each of three customers exceeded 10% of our consolidated net sales, and in the aggregate constituted approximately 43.2% of our consolidated net sales, 
for the year ended December 31, 2019. Net sales to each of two customers exceeded 10% of our consolidated net sales, and in the aggregate constituted approximately 
Manufacturing: We produce most of our products at Kinpak’s manufacturing facilities in Montgomery, Alabama. In addition, we contract with various third- party 
33.1% of our consolidated net sales, for the year ended December 31, 2018. Net sales to our four largest unaffiliated customers for the years ended December 31, 2019 
manufacturers to manufacture some of our products, which are manufactured to our specifications using our provided formulas. Each third- party manufacturer enters 
and  2018  amounted  to  approximately  52.0%  and  48.8%  of  our  consolidated  net  sales,  respectively,  and  at  December 31,  2019  and  2018,  outstanding  accounts 
into a confidentiality agreement with us.
receivable balances from our four largest unaffiliated customers aggregated approximately 64.9% and 57.2% of our consolidated accounts receivable, respectively.

We  purchase  raw  materials  from  a  variety  of  suppliers;  all  raw  materials  used  in  manufacturing  are  readily  available  from  alternative  sources. We  design  our  own 
We market our products through both internal salesmen and external sales representatives who work on an independent contractor commission basis. Our personnel 
packaging and supply our outside manufacturers with the appropriate design or packaging. We believe that our internal manufacturing capacity and our arrangements 
also  participate  in  sales  presentations  and  trade  shows. In  addition,  we  market  our  brands  and  products  through  advertising  campaigns  in  national  magazines,  on 
with our current outside manufacturers are adequate for our present needs.
television, on the internet, in newspapers and through product catalogs. Our products are distributed primarily from Kinpak’s manufacturing and distribution facility in 
Montgomery, Alabama. Since 2008, we have participated in a vendor managed inventory program with one major customer. See Note 2 to the consolidated financial 
In the event that arrangements with any third-party manufacturer are discontinued, we believe that we will be able to locate substitute manufacturing facilities without a 
statements included in this report for additional information.
substantial adverse effect on our manufacturing and distribution.
Backlog,  seasonality,  and  selling  terms:  We  had  no  significant  backlog  of  orders  at  December  31,  2019. We  generally  do  not  give  customers  the  right  to  return 
Marketing and Significant Customers: Our branded and private label products are sold through national retailers such as Wal-Mart, Tractor Supply, West Marine 
products. The  majority  of  our  products  are  non-seasonal  and  are  sold  throughout  the  year. Normal  trade  terms  offered  to  customers  range  from  30  to  180 
and Bass Pro Shops. Additionally, we market our products via online retailers.  We also sell to national and regional distributors that resell our products to specialized 
days. However,  at  times  we  offer  extended  payment  terms  or  discount  arrangements  as  purchasing  incentives  to  customers. Historically,  these  initiatives  have  not 
retail outlets. In the case of Performacide® disinfectant/sanitizing products, we sell to both retailers as well as distributors that resell our products, in some cases under 
materially affected our overall profit margins.
private labels, to end users principally in the marine, automotive, home restoration, law enforcement and agriculture markets.

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Net sales to each of three customers exceeded 10% of our consolidated net sales, and in the aggregate constituted approximately 43.2% of our consolidated net sales, 
for the year ended December 31, 2019. Net sales to each of two customers exceeded 10% of our consolidated net sales, and in the aggregate constituted approximately 
33.1% of our consolidated net sales, for the year ended December 31, 2018. Net sales to our four largest unaffiliated customers for the years ended December 31, 2019 
and  2018  amounted  to  approximately  52.0%  and  48.8%  of  our  consolidated  net  sales,  respectively,  and  at  December 31,  2019  and  2018,  outstanding  accounts 
receivable balances from our four largest unaffiliated customers aggregated approximately 64.9% and 57.2% of our consolidated accounts receivable, respectively.

We market our products through both internal salesmen and external sales representatives who work on an independent contractor commission basis. Our personnel 
also  participate  in  sales  presentations  and  trade  shows. In  addition,  we  market  our  brands  and  products  through  advertising  campaigns  in  national  magazines,  on 
television, on the internet, in newspapers and through product catalogs. Our products are distributed primarily from Kinpak’s manufacturing and distribution facility in 
Montgomery, Alabama. Since 2008, we have participated in a vendor managed inventory program with one major customer. See Note 2 to the consolidated financial 
statements included in this report for additional information.

Backlog,  seasonality,  and  selling  terms:  We  had  no  significant  backlog  of  orders  at  December  31,  2019. We  generally  do  not  give  customers  the  right  to  return 
products. The  majority  of  our  products  are  non-seasonal  and  are  sold  throughout  the  year. Normal  trade  terms  offered  to  customers  range  from  30  to  180 
days. However,  at  times  we  offer  extended  payment  terms  or  discount  arrangements  as  purchasing  incentives  to  customers. Historically,  these  initiatives  have  not 
materially affected our overall profit margins.

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Competition:

Competition  with  respect  to  our  principal  product  lines  is  described  below. The  principal  elements  of  competition  affecting  all  of  our  product  lines  are  brand 
recognition, price, service and the ability to deliver products on a timely basis.

Marine: We have several national and regional competitors in the marine marketplace. We do not believe that any competitor or small group of competitors hold a 
dominant  market  share. We  believe  that  we  can  increase  or  maintain  our  market  share  through  expenditures  directed  to  our  present  advertising  and  distribution 
channels.

Automotive: There are a large number of companies, both national and regional, that compete with us. Many are more established and have greater financial resources 
than  we  do. While  our  market  share  is  small,  the  total  market  size  is  substantial. We  seek  to  maintain  and  possibly  increase  our  market  share  through  our  present 
advertising and distribution channels.

Recreational Vehicle/Power Sports: We compete with national and regional competitors. We do not believe that any competitor or small group of competitors hold a 
dominant market share. We believe that we can increase or maintain our market share by utilizing advertising and distribution channels similar to those we use in the 
marine market.

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Outdoor Power Equipment/Lawn & Garden: We compete with several established national and regional competitors. We do not believe that any competitor or small 
group  of  competitors  hold  a  dominant  market  share. We  have  attempted  to  make  inroads  in  this  market  by  emphasizing  Star Tron®’s  unique  formulation  and  by 
increasing our advertising and attendance at trade shows.

Competition:
Disinfectant Group: There are a large number of companies that compete with us, many of which are much larger, and have much greater financial resources than we 
do. We emphasize the effectiveness of chlorine dioxide, coupled with the convenience in application of our products.
Competition  with  respect  to  our  principal  product  lines  is  described  below. The  principal  elements  of  competition  affecting  all  of  our  product  lines  are  brand 
recognition, price, service and the ability to deliver products on a timely basis.
Trademarks: We have obtained registered trademarks for Star brite®, Star Tron®, Performacide® and other trade names used on our products. We view our trademarks 
as significant assets because they provide product recognition. We believe that our trademarks provide protection in the geographic markets we serve, but we cannot 
Marine: We have several national and regional competitors in the marine marketplace. We do not believe that any competitor or small group of competitors hold a 
assure that our intellectual property rights can be successfully asserted in the future or will not be invalidated, circumvented or challenged. 
dominant  market  share. We  believe  that  we  can  increase  or  maintain  our  market  share  through  expenditures  directed  to  our  present  advertising  and  distribution 
channels.
Patents: We own several patents, the most significant of which relate to a delivery system for use with products containing chlorine dioxide (the “ClO2 Patents”).  The 
ClO2 patents expire in 2022.  We have encountered difficulty in protecting the ClO2 patents through litigation.  See “Risk Factors - If we do not utilize or successfully 
Automotive: There are a large number of companies, both national and regional, that compete with us. Many are more established and have greater financial resources 
assert intellectual property rights, our competitiveness could be materially adversely affected,” in Item 1A of this report for additional information.  A 2014 adverse 
than  we  do. While  our  market  share  is  small,  the  total  market  size  is  substantial. We  seek  to  maintain  and  possibly  increase  our  market  share  through  our  present 
judgment in patent litigation that was upheld on appeal in 2015 has limited the scope of protection provided by the patent.  To date, we do not believe the judgment has 
advertising and distribution channels.
materially impaired our ability to effectively market and distribute our Performacide® products.  However, we are unable to predict the long-term competitive effect of 
the judgment on these products. 
Recreational Vehicle/Power Sports: We compete with national and regional competitors. We do not believe that any competitor or small group of competitors hold a 
dominant market share. We believe that we can increase or maintain our market share by utilizing advertising and distribution channels similar to those we use in the 
New  Product  Development: We  continue  to  develop  specialized  products  for  the  marine,  automotive,  recreational  vehicle/power  sports  and  outdoor  power 
marine market.
equipment/lawn and garden markets. Expenditures for new product development have not been significant and are charged to operations in the year incurred.
Outdoor Power Equipment/Lawn & Garden: We compete with several established national and regional competitors. We do not believe that any competitor or small 
Personnel: At  December  31,  2019,  we  had  149  full-time  employees  and  five  part-time  employees. The  following  table  provides  information  regarding  personnel 
group  of  competitors  hold  a  dominant  market  share. We  have  attempted  to  make  inroads  in  this  market  by  emphasizing  Star Tron®’s  unique  formulation  and  by 
working for the Company and its subsidiaries at December 31, 2019:
increasing our advertising and attendance at trade shows.

Location
Disinfectant Group: There are a large number of companies that compete with us, many of which are much larger, and have much greater financial resources than we 
451
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
do. We emphasize the effectiveness of chlorine dioxide, coupled with the convenience in application of our products.
6
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
1032
Trademarks: We have obtained registered trademarks for Star brite®, Star Tron®, Performacide® and other trade names used on our products. We view our trademarks 
Montgomery, Alabama
as significant assets because they provide product recognition. We believe that our trademarks provide protection in the geographic markets we serve, but we cannot 
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assure that our intellectual property rights can be successfully asserted in the future or will not be invalidated, circumvented or challenged. 

Administrative, sales, and marketing
Manufacturing and distribution
Manufacturing and distribution

Number of Employees

Description

1 Includes one part-time employee.
Patents: We own several patents, the most significant of which relate to a delivery system for use with products containing chlorine dioxide (the “ClO2 Patents”).  The 
2 Includes four part-time employees.
ClO2 patents expire in 2022.  We have encountered difficulty in protecting the ClO2 patents through litigation.  See “Risk Factors - If we do not utilize or successfully 
assert intellectual property rights, our competitiveness could be materially adversely affected,” in Item 1A of this report for additional information.  A 2014 adverse 
judgment in patent litigation that was upheld on appeal in 2015 has limited the scope of protection provided by the patent.  To date, we do not believe the judgment has 
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materially impaired our ability to effectively market and distribute our Performacide® products.  However, we are unable to predict the long-term competitive effect of 
the judgment on these products. 

New  Product  Development: We  continue  to  develop  specialized  products  for  the  marine,  automotive,  recreational  vehicle/power  sports  and  outdoor  power 
equipment/lawn and garden markets. Expenditures for new product development have not been significant and are charged to operations in the year incurred.

Personnel: At  December  31,  2019,  we  had  149  full-time  employees  and  five  part-time  employees. The  following  table  provides  information  regarding  personnel 
working for the Company and its subsidiaries at December 31, 2019:

Location
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Montgomery, Alabama

1 Includes one part-time employee.
2 Includes four part-time employees.

Description

Number of Employees

Administrative, sales, and marketing
Manufacturing and distribution
Manufacturing and distribution

3

451
6
1032
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Item 1A. Risk Factors

If we do not compete effectively, our business will suffer.

We  confront  aggressive  competition  in  the  sale  of  our  products. In  each  of  the  markets  in  which  we  sell  our  products,  we  compete  with  a  number  of  national  and 
regional competitors. Competition in the automotive market is particularly intense, with many national and regional companies marketing competitive products. Many 
of our competitors in the automotive market are more established and have greater financial resources than we do. Moreover, we confront intense competition with 
respect  to  our  Performacide®  disinfectant,  sanitizing  and  deodorizing  products  from  a  large  number  of  competitors,  many  of  which  are  well  established  and  have 
substantially  greater  financial  resources  than  we  do.  Our  inability  to  successfully  compete  in  our  principal  markets  would  have  a  material  adverse  effect  on  our 
financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.

Our business is, to a significant extent, dependent on a small number of major customers, and the loss of any of these customers could adversely affect our 
financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.

Net sales to our four largest unaffiliated customers accounted for 52.0% of our consolidated net sales in 2019; our largest unaffiliated customer accounted for 21.7% of 
our consolidated net sales in 2019. The loss of any of these customers would have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations and cash 
flows.

Our  Chairman,  President  and  Chief  Executive  Officer  is  a  majority  shareholder  who  controls  us,  and  his  interests  may  conflict  with  or  differ  from  the 
Company’s interests.

Peter G. Dornau, our Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, together with a family entity he controls, owns approximately 50.7% of our common stock. As 
a  result,  Mr. Dornau  has  the  power  to  elect  all  of  our directors  and  effectively  has the ability  to  prevent  any transaction  that  requires  the  approval  of  our Board of 
Directors and our shareholders.  Products that we manufacture and that are sold outside of the United States and Canada are purchased from us and distributed by two 
companies  owned  by  Mr. Dornau,  which  we  refer  to  as  the  “affiliated  companies.” The  affiliated  companies  also  collectively  own  the  rights  to  the  Star brite®  and 
Star Tron®  trademarks  and  related  products  outside  of  the  United  States  and  Canada.  Sales  to  the  affiliated  companies  aggregated  approximately  $1,788,000  and 
$2,190,000  during  the  years  ended  December 31,  2019  and  2018,  respectively. In  addition,  we  provided  administrative  services  and  advances  for  business  related 
expenditures to the affiliated companies. During the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, fees for administrative services aggregated approximately $779,000 and 
$760,000, respectively, and amounts billed to the affiliated companies to reimburse the Company for business related expenditures made on behalf of the affiliated 
companies  aggregated  approximately  $113,000  and  $151,000,  respectively. Receivables  due  from  the  affiliated  companies  in  connection  with  product  sales, 
administrative services, and advances for business related expenditures totaled approximately $962,000 and $1,046,000 at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. 
The accounts receivable turnover ratio for the year ended December 31, 2019 with respect to sales to the affiliated companies was approximately 3.4 and with respect 
to administrative services and advances for business related expenditures was approximately 1.9. Management believes that the sales and provision of administrative 
services to the affiliated companies do not involve more than normal credit risk.

We have entered into other transactions with entities owned by Mr. Dornau.  See Notes 4 and 10 to the consolidated financial statements included in this report for 
additional information.

Economic conditions can adversely affect our business.

We are subject to risks arising from adverse changes in general domestic and global economic conditions, including recession or economic slowdown and disruption of 
credit markets, which may impair the ability of our customers to satisfy obligations due to us. In addition, we believe that adverse economic conditions in recent years 
adversely constrained discretionary spending, which we believe has, at times, adversely affected our sales, particularly with respect to products directed to the marine 
and recreational vehicle markets. While published reports indicate that economic conditions, particularly in the United States, generally have improved over the past 
several years, a future decline in economic conditions could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.

If we do not effectively utilize or successfully assert intellectual property rights, our competitiveness could be materially adversely affected.

We rely on trademarks and trade names in connection with our products, the most significant of which are Star brite® and Star Tron®.  In addition, we own patents we 
have viewed as providing some degree of competitive support for our Performacide® products. We rely on trademark, trade secret, patent and copyright laws to protect 
our intellectual property rights.  We cannot assure that these intellectual property rights will be effectively utilized or, if necessary, successfully asserted.  There is a 
risk that we will not be able to obtain and perfect our own intellectual property rights, or, where appropriate, license from others intellectual property rights necessary 
to  support  new  product  introductions.  Our  intellectual  property  rights,  and  any  additional  rights  we  may  obtain  in  the  future,  may  be  invalidated,  circumvented  or 
challenged,  and  the  legal  costs  necessary  to  protect  our  intellectual  property  rights  could  be  significant.   Our  failure  to  perfect  or  successfully  assert  intellectual 
property rights could harm our competitive position and could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.

Our business involves the use of chemicals.

At our Kinpak facility we blend various chemicals that can cause explosions or harmful gas to be released. Mishandling of chemicals can potentially result in people 
being hurt or killed, property damaged, and business interruption. On December 9, 2019, there was a chemical reaction incident at the Kinpak facility that resulted in 
three employees suffering injuries, which we do not believe to be serious. The chemical incident damaged various manufacturing equipment with a net book value of 
$50,520. The Company recorded a loss for the $50,520 and an offsetting insurance claim receivable of $50,520 in 2019.

Environmental matters may cause potential liability risks.

We must comply with various environmental laws and regulations in connection with our operations, including those relating to the handling and disposal of hazardous 
wastes and the remediation of contamination associated with the use and disposal of hazardous substances.  A release of such substances due to accident or intentional 
act  could  result  in  substantial  liability  to  governmental  authorities  or  to  third  parties.  In  addition,  we  are  subject  to  reporting  requirements  with  respect  to  certain 
materials  we  use  in  our  manufacturing  operations.    It  is  possible  that  we  could  become  subject  to  environmental  liabilities  in the  future that  could have  a material 
adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.

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Our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows may be adversely affected by public health epidemics, including the coronavirus reported to 
have originated in Wuhan, China.

In  December  2019,  a  novel  strain  of  coronavirus  disease  (“COVID-19”)  was  first  reported  in  Wuhan,  China.  Less  than  four  months  later,  on  March  11,  2020,  the 
World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic—the first pandemic caused by a coronavirus. The outbreak has reached more than 160 countries, resulting 
in the implementation of significant governmental measures, including lockdowns, closures, quarantines and travel bans, intended to control the spread of the virus.

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The COVID-19 outbreak has already caused severe global disruptions. In response to the virus, various countries have implemented lockdown measures, and other 
countries and local governments may also do so. The United States and various states and municipalities have limited activities. Companies are also taking precautions, 
such as requiring employees to work remotely, imposing travel restrictions and temporarily closing businesses.

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A public health pandemic, such as that relating to COVID-19, poses the risk that we or our suppliers, customers and other business partners may be prevented from 
conducting business activities for an indefinite period of time, including due to shutdowns that may be requested or mandated by governmental authorities. In addition, 
our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows could be adversely affected to the extent an epidemic harms the global economy in general.
Our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows may be adversely affected by public health epidemics, including the coronavirus reported to 
have originated in Wuhan, China.
The extent of COVID-19’s effect on our operational and financial performance will depend on future developments, including the duration, spread and intensity of the 
outbreak, all of which are uncertain and difficult to predict considering the rapidly evolving landscape. As a result, it is not currently possible to ascertain the overall 
In  December  2019,  a  novel  strain  of  coronavirus  disease  (“COVID-19”)  was  first  reported  in  Wuhan,  China.  Less  than  four  months  later,  on  March  11,  2020,  the 
impact of COVID-19 on our business. However, if the pandemic continues to evolve into a severe worldwide health crisis, the disease could have a material adverse 
World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic—the first pandemic caused by a coronavirus. The outbreak has reached more than 160 countries, resulting 
effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and cash flows and adversely impact the trading price of our common stock.
in the implementation of significant governmental measures, including lockdowns, closures, quarantines and travel bans, intended to control the spread of the virus.
Our variable rate indebtedness exposes us to risks related to interest rate fluctuation and matures in August 2021.
The COVID-19 outbreak has already caused severe global disruptions. In response to the virus, various countries have implemented lockdown measures, and other 
We have a revolving line of credit with a variable interest rate. Interest on the revolving line of credit is payable at the one month LIBOR rate plus 1.35% per annum, 
countries and local governments may also do so. The United States and various states and municipalities have limited activities. Companies are also taking precautions, 
computed on a 365/360 basis. At December 31, 2019, we did not have any borrowings outstanding under the revolving line of credit. However, if we borrow amounts 
such as requiring employees to work remotely, imposing travel restrictions and temporarily closing businesses.
under the revolving line of credit in the future, and if interest rates were to increase significantly, our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows could be 
materially adversely affected. Moreover, we believe, but cannot assure, that we could obtain a renewal of the revolving line of credit or a suitable replacement facility 
A public health pandemic, such as that relating to COVID-19, poses the risk that we or our suppliers, customers and other business partners may be prevented from 
when the current facility terminates in August 2021. Our failure to renew or obtain a replacement for our current facility may impair our financial flexibility and have a 
conducting business activities for an indefinite period of time, including due to shutdowns that may be requested or mandated by governmental authorities. In addition, 
material adverse effect on our business.
our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows could be adversely affected to the extent an epidemic harms the global economy in general.

Weather conditions can adversely affect our sales.
The extent of COVID-19’s effect on our operational and financial performance will depend on future developments, including the duration, spread and intensity of the 
outbreak, all of which are uncertain and difficult to predict considering the rapidly evolving landscape. As a result, it is not currently possible to ascertain the overall 
Our sales can be adversely affected by prolonged cold winters which curtail boating activity and by natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods and tornados. During 
impact of COVID-19 on our business. However, if the pandemic continues to evolve into a severe worldwide health crisis, the disease could have a material adverse 
2019 both the second and third quarters were adversely affected by weather conditions.
effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and cash flows and adversely impact the trading price of our common stock.
Trading in our common stock has been limited, and our stock price could potentially be subject to substantial fluctuations.
Our variable rate indebtedness exposes us to risks related to interest rate fluctuation and matures in August 2021.
Our common stock is listed on the NASDAQ Capital Market, but trading in our stock has been limited. Our stock price could be affected substantially by a relatively 
We have a revolving line of credit with a variable interest rate. Interest on the revolving line of credit is payable at the one month LIBOR rate plus 1.35% per annum, 
modest volume of transactions.
computed on a 365/360 basis. At December 31, 2019, we did not have any borrowings outstanding under the revolving line of credit. However, if we borrow amounts 
under the revolving line of credit in the future, and if interest rates were to increase significantly, our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows could be 
Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments
materially adversely affected. Moreover, we believe, but cannot assure, that we could obtain a renewal of the revolving line of credit or a suitable replacement facility 
Not applicable.
when the current facility terminates in August 2021. Our failure to renew or obtain a replacement for our current facility may impair our financial flexibility and have a 
material adverse effect on our business.
Item 2. Properties
Weather conditions can adversely affect our sales.
Our  executive  offices  and  one  of  our  manufacturing  facilities  are  located  in  Fort  Lauderdale,  Florida  and  are  leased  from  an  entity  controlled  by  our  Chairman, 
President  and  Chief  Executive  Officer. The  lease  covers  approximately  12,700  square  feet  of  office,  manufacturing,  and  warehouse  space. The  lease  expires  in 
Our sales can be adversely affected by prolonged cold winters which curtail boating activity and by natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods and tornados. During 
December 2023. See Note 4 to the consolidated financial statements included in this report for additional information.
2019 both the second and third quarters were adversely affected by weather conditions.

Kinpak leases its Alabama manufacturing facilities from The Industrial Development Board of the City of Montgomery, Alabama (the “IDB”). Kinpak entered into the 
Trading in our common stock has been limited, and our stock price could potentially be subject to substantial fluctuations.
lease  in  its  current  form  in  connection  with  an  industrial  development  bond  financing  related  to  the  Expansion  Project;  Kinpak’s  lease  payments  are  used  to  fund 
Our common stock is listed on the NASDAQ Capital Market, but trading in our stock has been limited. Our stock price could be affected substantially by a relatively 
repayment of the IDB’s obligations under the bond it issued in connection with the industrial development bond financing. See Note 8 to the consolidated financial 
modest volume of transactions.
statements included in this report for additional information. Kinpak inherited the lease structure when it first acquired its facilities from its predecessor-in-interest in 
1996. The lease provides that prior to the maturity date of the bond, Kinpak may repurchase the facilities for $1,000 if the bond has been redeemed or fully paid. As a 
Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments
result of the Expansion Project, the facilities contain approximately 272,000 square feet of office, plant and warehouse space on 20 acres of land.

Not applicable.
Item 3. Legal Proceedings

Item 2. Properties
Not applicable

Our  executive  offices  and  one  of  our  manufacturing  facilities  are  located  in  Fort  Lauderdale,  Florida  and  are  leased  from  an  entity  controlled  by  our  Chairman, 
Item 4.  Mine Safety Disclosures
President  and  Chief  Executive  Officer. The  lease  covers  approximately  12,700  square  feet  of  office,  manufacturing,  and  warehouse  space. The  lease  expires  in 
December 2023. See Note 4 to the consolidated financial statements included in this report for additional information.
Not applicable.

Kinpak leases its Alabama manufacturing facilities from The Industrial Development Board of the City of Montgomery, Alabama (the “IDB”). Kinpak entered into the 
lease  in  its  current  form  in  connection  with  an  industrial  development  bond  financing  related  to  the  Expansion  Project;  Kinpak’s  lease  payments  are  used  to  fund 
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repayment of the IDB’s obligations under the bond it issued in connection with the industrial development bond financing. See Note 8 to the consolidated financial 
statements included in this report for additional information. Kinpak inherited the lease structure when it first acquired its facilities from its predecessor-in-interest in 
1996. The lease provides that prior to the maturity date of the bond, Kinpak may repurchase the facilities for $1,000 if the bond has been redeemed or fully paid. As a 
result of the Expansion Project, the facilities contain approximately 272,000 square feet of office, plant and warehouse space on 20 acres of land.

Item 3. Legal Proceedings

Not applicable

Item 4.  Mine Safety Disclosures

Not applicable.

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Item 5.  Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

Our common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the symbol OBCI. 

PART II

On December 31, 2019, there were 100 holders of record. We believe that a substantially greater number of holders of our common stock are beneficial owners whose 
shares are held by brokers and other institutions for the account of the beneficial owners.

While we have provided a special cash dividend to our shareholders in every year since 2016, payment of dividends in the future will be subject to the discretion of the 
Board of Directors in light of numerous factors, including our business performance and operating plans, capital commitments, liquidity and other factors.

Item 6. Selected Financial Data

Not applicable.

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The following discussion should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements which are contained in a separate section of this report, beginning on 
page F-1.

Overview:

PART II

We  are  engaged  in  the  manufacture,  marketing  and  distribution  of  a  broad  line  of  appearance,  performance,  and  maintenance  products  for  the  marine,  automotive, 
Item 5.  Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
power sports, recreational vehicle and outdoor power equipment markets, under the Star brite® and other trademarks within the United States and Canada. In addition, 
Our common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the symbol OBCI. 
we  produce  private  label  formulations  of  many  of  our  products  for  various  customers  and  provide  custom  blending  and  packaging  services  for  these  and  other 
products. We  also  manufacture,  market  and  distribute  a  line  of  products  including  disinfectants,  sanitizers  and  deodorizers.  We  sell  our  products  through  national 
On December 31, 2019, there were 100 holders of record. We believe that a substantially greater number of holders of our common stock are beneficial owners whose 
retailers and to national and regional distributors. In addition, we sell products to two companies affiliated with Peter G. Dornau, our Chairman, President and Chief 
shares are held by brokers and other institutions for the account of the beneficial owners.
Executive  Officer;  these  companies  distribute  the  products  outside  of  the  United  States  and  Canada.  Transactions  with  the  affiliated  companies  were  made  in  the 
ordinary course of business, and management believes that sales to the affiliated companies do not involve more than normal credit risk.
While we have provided a special cash dividend to our shareholders in every year since 2016, payment of dividends in the future will be subject to the discretion of the 
Board of Directors in light of numerous factors, including our business performance and operating plans, capital commitments, liquidity and other factors.
The Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, KINPAK Inc. (“Kinpak”) has been engaged since 2017 in a project involving the expansion of its manufacturing, warehouse 
and distribution facilities in Montgomery, Alabama, as well as the purchase and installation of associated machinery and equipment (the “Expansion Project”). Kinpak 
has  completed  the  construction  of,  and  placed  into  service,  an  approximately  85,000  square  foot  addition  to  the  facilities  and  an  expansion  of  a  tank  farm  to 
Item 6. Selected Financial Data
accommodate an additional 500,000 gallons of tank capacity. The final phase of the Expansion Project entails the evaluation, purchase and installation of additional 
Not applicable.
equipment. At December 31, 2019, Kinpak had spent an aggregate of approximately $6,117,000 on the Expansion Project. Of that amount, approximately $2,654,000 
was provided through a $4,500,000 industrial development bond financing, which is described in Note 8, of the consolidated financial statements.
Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
On December 9, 2019, there was a chemical incident at our Kinpak facility. As a precautionary measure several employees were sent to the hospital. We believe that 
The following discussion should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements which are contained in a separate section of this report, beginning on 
no one suffered any serious injuries, and that we do not have any liability relating to personal injuries.
page F-1.
The chemical  incident damaged some of Kinpak’s manufacturing equipment. At December 31,  2019,  it  was determined  that manufacturing  equipment with a book 
value of $50,520 was no longer useable. The Company recorded a loss for the $50,520 and an offsetting gain and receivable of $50,520 in 2019. The Company is still 
Overview:
assessing the total property damage from the chemical incident.
We  are  engaged  in  the  manufacture,  marketing  and  distribution  of  a  broad  line  of  appearance,  performance,  and  maintenance  products  for  the  marine,  automotive, 
power sports, recreational vehicle and outdoor power equipment markets, under the Star brite® and other trademarks within the United States and Canada. In addition, 
On January 1, 2019, the Company adopted Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2016-02, “Leases” (Topic 842). The Company adopted the new guidance using the 
modified  retrospective  method,  under  which  the  Company  recorded  an  immaterial  cumulative  adjustment  to  retained  earnings  rather  than  retrospectively  adjusting 
we  produce  private  label  formulations  of  many  of  our  products  for  various  customers  and  provide  custom  blending  and  packaging  services  for  these  and  other 
prior periods. As a result, the Company’s balance sheet presentation at December 31, 2019 is not comparable to the presentation at December 31, 2018.  The adoption 
products. We  also  manufacture,  market  and  distribute  a  line  of  products  including  disinfectants,  sanitizers  and  deodorizers.  We  sell  our  products  through  national 
of ASU 2016-02 resulted in the recognition of approximately $432,000 as an operating lease right to use asset and a corresponding operating lease liability, and the 
retailers and to national and regional distributors. In addition, we sell products to two companies affiliated with Peter G. Dornau, our Chairman, President and Chief 
reclassification of office equipment with a net book value of approximately $27,000 to a finance lease – right to use asset within property, plant and equipment.
Executive  Officer;  these  companies  distribute  the  products  outside  of  the  United  States  and  Canada.  Transactions  with  the  affiliated  companies  were  made  in  the 
ordinary course of business, and management believes that sales to the affiliated companies do not involve more than normal credit risk.

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The Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, KINPAK Inc. (“Kinpak”) has been engaged since 2017 in a project involving the expansion of its manufacturing, warehouse 
and distribution facilities in Montgomery, Alabama, as well as the purchase and installation of associated machinery and equipment (the “Expansion Project”). Kinpak 
has  completed  the  construction  of,  and  placed  into  service,  an  approximately  85,000  square  foot  addition  to  the  facilities  and  an  expansion  of  a  tank  farm  to 
accommodate an additional 500,000 gallons of tank capacity. The final phase of the Expansion Project entails the evaluation, purchase and installation of additional 
equipment. At December 31, 2019, Kinpak had spent an aggregate of approximately $6,117,000 on the Expansion Project. Of that amount, approximately $2,654,000 
was provided through a $4,500,000 industrial development bond financing, which is described in Note 8, of the consolidated financial statements.

On December 9, 2019, there was a chemical incident at our Kinpak facility. As a precautionary measure several employees were sent to the hospital. We believe that 
no one suffered any serious injuries, and that we do not have any liability relating to personal injuries.

The chemical  incident damaged some of Kinpak’s manufacturing equipment. At December 31,  2019,  it  was determined  that manufacturing  equipment with a book 
value of $50,520 was no longer useable. The Company recorded a loss for the $50,520 and an offsetting gain and receivable of $50,520 in 2019. The Company is still 
assessing the total property damage from the chemical incident.

On January 1, 2019, the Company adopted Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2016-02, “Leases” (Topic 842). The Company adopted the new guidance using the 
modified  retrospective  method,  under  which  the  Company  recorded  an  immaterial  cumulative  adjustment  to  retained  earnings  rather  than  retrospectively  adjusting 
prior periods. As a result, the Company’s balance sheet presentation at December 31, 2019 is not comparable to the presentation at December 31, 2018.  The adoption 
of ASU 2016-02 resulted in the recognition of approximately $432,000 as an operating lease right to use asset and a corresponding operating lease liability, and the 
reclassification of office equipment with a net book value of approximately $27,000 to a finance lease – right to use asset within property, plant and equipment.

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Critical accounting estimates:

The preparation of consolidated financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management 
to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial 
statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and assumptions.

We have identified the following as critical accounting estimates, which are defined as those that are reflective of significant judgments and uncertainties, are the most 
pervasive and important to the presentation of our financial condition and results of operations and, if subject to different assumptions and conditions, could lead to 
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In the ordinary course of business, we grant  non-interest-bearing trade credit to our unaffiliated customers  on terms that range from 30 to 180 days. In an  effort to 
reduce our credit risk, we perform ongoing credit evaluations of our customers and adjust credit limits based upon payment history and aging of receivables, as well as 
our assessment of our customers’ creditworthiness, as determined by our review of credit information relating to the customers. We generally do not require collateral 
Critical accounting estimates:
on trade accounts receivable. We maintain an allowance for doubtful accounts based on expected collectability of the trade accounts receivable, after considering our 
historical collection experience, the length of time an account is outstanding, the financial position of the customer if known and information provided by credit rating 
The preparation of consolidated financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management 
services.  The  adequacy  of  this  allowance  is  reviewed  each  reporting  period  and  adjusted  as  necessary. Our  allowance  for  doubtful  accounts  was  approximately 
to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial 
$162,000 and $171,000 at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively, which was approximately 2.2% and 2.9% of gross accounts receivable at December 31, 2019 
statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates and assumptions.
and  2018,  respectively. If  the  financial  condition  of  our  customers  were  to  deteriorate,  resulting  in  increased  uncertainty  as  to  their  ability  to  make  payments,  or  if 
unexpected events or significant future changes in trends were to occur, we may be required to increase the allowance or incur a bad debt expense. In this regard, we 
We have identified the following as critical accounting estimates, which are defined as those that are reflective of significant judgments and uncertainties, are the most 
incurred bad debt expense of approximately $6,000 and $35,000 in 2019 and 2018, respectively.
pervasive and important to the presentation of our financial condition and results of operations and, if subject to different assumptions and conditions, could lead to 
materially different results.
Inventories

Collectability of trade accounts receivable
Our  inventories  primarily  are  composed  of  raw  materials  and  finished  goods  and  are  stated  at  the  lower  of  cost  or  net  realizable  value,  using  the  first-in,  first-out 
method. Net  realizable  value  is  the  estimated  selling  prices  in  the  ordinary  course  of  business,  less  reasonably  predictable  costs  of  completion,  disposal  and 
In the ordinary course of business, we grant  non-interest-bearing trade credit to our unaffiliated customers  on terms that range from 30 to 180 days. In an  effort to 
transportation. We maintain a reserve for slow moving and obsolete inventory to reflect the diminution in value resulting from product obsolescence, damage or other 
reduce our credit risk, we perform ongoing credit evaluations of our customers and adjust credit limits based upon payment history and aging of receivables, as well as 
issues affecting marketability in an amount equal to the difference between the cost of the inventory and its estimated net realizable value. The adequacy of this reserve 
our assessment of our customers’ creditworthiness, as determined by our review of credit information relating to the customers. We generally do not require collateral 
is reviewed each reporting period and adjusted as necessary. We regularly compare inventory quantities on hand against historical usage or forecasts related to specific 
on trade accounts receivable. We maintain an allowance for doubtful accounts based on expected collectability of the trade accounts receivable, after considering our 
items  in  order  to  evaluate  obsolescence  and  excessive  quantities. In  assessing  historical  usage,  we  also  qualitatively  assess  business  trends  to  evaluate  the 
historical collection experience, the length of time an account is outstanding, the financial position of the customer if known and information provided by credit rating 
reasonableness of using historical information as an estimate of future usage. 
services.  The  adequacy  of  this  allowance  is  reviewed  each  reporting  period  and  adjusted  as  necessary. Our  allowance  for  doubtful  accounts  was  approximately 
$162,000 and $171,000 at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively, which was approximately 2.2% and 2.9% of gross accounts receivable at December 31, 2019 
Our slow moving and obsolete inventory reserve was $244,206 and $284,109 at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively.
and  2018,  respectively. If  the  financial  condition  of  our  customers  were  to  deteriorate,  resulting  in  increased  uncertainty  as  to  their  ability  to  make  payments,  or  if 
unexpected events or significant future changes in trends were to occur, we may be required to increase the allowance or incur a bad debt expense. In this regard, we 
Income taxes
incurred bad debt expense of approximately $6,000 and $35,000 in 2019 and 2018, respectively.

We  account  for  income  taxes  under  the  asset  and  liability  method. Under  this  method,  deferred  tax  assets  and  liabilities  are  recognized  to  reflect  the  future  tax 
Inventories
consequences attributable to the differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred 
tax  assets  and  liabilities  are  measured  and  recorded  using  currently  enacted  tax  rates,  which  we  expect  will  apply  to  taxable  income  in  the  years  in  which  the 
Our  inventories  primarily  are  composed  of  raw  materials  and  finished  goods  and  are  stated  at  the  lower  of  cost  or  net  realizable  value,  using  the  first-in,  first-out 
differences  between  the  financial  statement  carrying  amounts  of  existing  assets  and  liabilities  and  their  tax  bases  are  recovered  or  settled. The  differences  are 
method. Net  realizable  value  is  the  estimated  selling  prices  in  the  ordinary  course  of  business,  less  reasonably  predictable  costs  of  completion,  disposal  and 
attributable  to  differing  methods  of  financial  statement  and  income  tax  treatment  with  respect  to  depreciation  and  reserves  for  trade  accounts  receivable  and 
transportation. We maintain a reserve for slow moving and obsolete inventory to reflect the diminution in value resulting from product obsolescence, damage or other 
inventories.  The  likelihood  of  a  material  change  in  our  expected  realization  of  deferred  tax  assets  is  dependent  on,  among  other  factors,  changes  in  tax  law,  future 
issues affecting marketability in an amount equal to the difference between the cost of the inventory and its estimated net realizable value. The adequacy of this reserve 
taxable income and settlements with tax authorities. 
is reviewed each reporting period and adjusted as necessary. We regularly compare inventory quantities on hand against historical usage or forecasts related to specific 
items  in  order  to  evaluate  obsolescence  and  excessive  quantities. In  assessing  historical  usage,  we  also  qualitatively  assess  business  trends  to  evaluate  the 
In  assessing  the  realizability  of  our  deferred  tax  assets,  we  evaluate  positive  and  negative  evidence  and  use  judgments  regarding  past  and  future  events,  including 
reasonableness of using historical information as an estimate of future usage. 
operating results and available tax planning strategies that could be implemented to realize the deferred tax assets. We record a valuation allowance when necessary to 
reduce our deferred tax assets to the net amount that we believe is more likely than not to be realized. We consider available evidence, both positive and negative, and 
Our slow moving and obsolete inventory reserve was $244,206 and $284,109 at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively.
use judgments regarding past and future events, including operating results and available tax planning strategies, in assessing the need for a valuation allowance.

Income taxes
Significant  judgment  is  required  in  determining  income  tax  provisions  and  in  evaluating  tax  positions. We  establish  additional  provisions  for  income  taxes  when, 
despite the belief that tax positions are fully supportable, there remain certain positions that do not meet the minimum probability threshold, which is a tax position that 
We  account  for  income  taxes  under  the  asset  and  liability  method. Under  this  method,  deferred  tax  assets  and  liabilities  are  recognized  to  reflect  the  future  tax 
is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination by the applicable taxing authority. In the normal course of business, we and our subsidiaries are examined by 
consequences attributable to the differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred 
various federal and state tax authorities. We regularly assess the potential outcomes of these examinations and any future examinations for the current or prior years in 
tax  assets  and  liabilities  are  measured  and  recorded  using  currently  enacted  tax  rates,  which  we  expect  will  apply  to  taxable  income  in  the  years  in  which  the 
determining the adequacy of our provision for income taxes. We adjust the income tax provision, the current tax liability and deferred taxes in any period in which we 
differences  between  the  financial  statement  carrying  amounts  of  existing  assets  and  liabilities  and  their  tax  bases  are  recovered  or  settled. The  differences  are 
become aware of facts that necessitate such an adjustment. The ultimate outcomes of the examinations of our income tax returns could result in increases or decreases 
attributable  to  differing  methods  of  financial  statement  and  income  tax  treatment  with  respect  to  depreciation  and  reserves  for  trade  accounts  receivable  and 
to our recorded tax liabilities, which would affect our financial results.
inventories.  The  likelihood  of  a  material  change  in  our  expected  realization  of  deferred  tax  assets  is  dependent  on,  among  other  factors,  changes  in  tax  law,  future 
taxable income and settlements with tax authorities. 

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In  assessing  the  realizability  of  our  deferred  tax  assets,  we  evaluate  positive  and  negative  evidence  and  use  judgments  regarding  past  and  future  events,  including 
operating results and available tax planning strategies that could be implemented to realize the deferred tax assets. We record a valuation allowance when necessary to 
reduce our deferred tax assets to the net amount that we believe is more likely than not to be realized. We consider available evidence, both positive and negative, and 
use judgments regarding past and future events, including operating results and available tax planning strategies, in assessing the need for a valuation allowance.

Significant  judgment  is  required  in  determining  income  tax  provisions  and  in  evaluating  tax  positions. We  establish  additional  provisions  for  income  taxes  when, 
despite the belief that tax positions are fully supportable, there remain certain positions that do not meet the minimum probability threshold, which is a tax position that 
is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination by the applicable taxing authority. In the normal course of business, we and our subsidiaries are examined by 
various federal and state tax authorities. We regularly assess the potential outcomes of these examinations and any future examinations for the current or prior years in 
determining the adequacy of our provision for income taxes. We adjust the income tax provision, the current tax liability and deferred taxes in any period in which we 
become aware of facts that necessitate such an adjustment. The ultimate outcomes of the examinations of our income tax returns could result in increases or decreases 
to our recorded tax liabilities, which would affect our financial results.

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Intangible Assets

Intangible assets are acquired assets that lack physical substance and that meet specified criteria for recognition apart from goodwill. We own several trademarks and 
trade  names,  including  Star  brite®  and  Performacide®.  We  have  determined  that  these  intangible  assets  have  indefinite  lives  and,  therefore,  are  not  amortized.  In 
addition, we own other intangible assets including patents, royalty rights, other trademarks and trade names, customer lists, and product formulas that have finite lives. 
As  these  intangible  assets  have  finite  lives,  their  carrying  value  is  amortized  over  their  remaining  useful  lives.  See  Note  5  to  the  consolidated  financial  statements 
included in this report for additional information regarding our intangible assets.

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We evaluate our indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment annually and at other times if events or changes in circumstances indicate that an impairment may 
have occurred. In evaluating our indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment, we assess qualitative factors to determine whether it is more likely than not that the 
fair value of an indefinite-lived intangible asset is less than its carrying value. If, after completing the qualitative assessment, we determine it is more likely than not 
that the fair value of the indefinite-lived intangible asset is greater than its carrying amount, the asset is not impaired. If we conclude it is more likely than not that the 
fair  value  of  the  indefinite-lived  intangible  assets  is  less  than  the  carrying  value,  we  would  then  proceed  to  a  quantitative  impairment  test,  which  consists  of  a 
comparison of the fair value of the intangible assets to their carrying amounts. In 2019, we performed a qualitative assessment on all of our indefinite lived assets and 
Intangible Assets
determined, based on the assessment, that their fair values were more likely than not higher than their carrying values.

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Intangible assets are acquired assets that lack physical substance and that meet specified criteria for recognition apart from goodwill. We own several trademarks and 
We assess the remaining useful life and recoverability of intangible assets having finite lives whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying value 
trade  names,  including  Star  brite®  and  Performacide®.  We  have  determined  that  these  intangible  assets  have  indefinite  lives  and,  therefore,  are  not  amortized.  In 
of an asset may not be recoverable. Such events or circumstances may include, for example, the occurrence of an adverse change with respect to a product line that 
addition, we own other intangible assets including patents, royalty rights, other trademarks and trade names, customer lists, and product formulas that have finite lives. 
utilizes  the  intangible  assets.  Significant  judgments  in  this  area  involve  determining  whether  such  an  event  or  circumstance  has  occurred.  Any  impairment  loss,  if 
As  these  intangible  assets  have  finite  lives,  their  carrying  value  is  amortized  over  their  remaining  useful  lives.  See  Note  5  to  the  consolidated  financial  statements 
indicated, equals the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset exceeds the estimated fair value of the asset.
included in this report for additional information regarding our intangible assets.

Results of Operations:
We evaluate our indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment annually and at other times if events or changes in circumstances indicate that an impairment may 
have occurred. In evaluating our indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment, we assess qualitative factors to determine whether it is more likely than not that the 
The following table provides a summary of our financial results for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:
fair value of an indefinite-lived intangible asset is less than its carrying value. If, after completing the qualitative assessment, we determine it is more likely than not 
that the fair value of the indefinite-lived intangible asset is greater than its carrying amount, the asset is not impaired. If we conclude it is more likely than not that the 
fair  value  of  the  indefinite-lived  intangible  assets  is  less  than  the  carrying  value,  we  would  then  proceed  to  a  quantitative  impairment  test,  which  consists  of  a 
comparison of the fair value of the intangible assets to their carrying amounts. In 2019, we performed a qualitative assessment on all of our indefinite lived assets and 
determined, based on the assessment, that their fair values were more likely than not higher than their carrying values.
Net sales
100.0%
We assess the remaining useful life and recoverability of intangible assets having finite lives whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying value 
Cost of goods sold
65.6%
of an asset may not be recoverable. Such events or circumstances may include, for example, the occurrence of an adverse change with respect to a product line that 
Gross profit
34.4%
utilizes  the  intangible  assets.  Significant  judgments  in  this  area  involve  determining  whether  such  an  event  or  circumstance  has  occurred.  Any  impairment  loss,  if 
Advertising and promotion
7.3%
indicated, equals the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset exceeds the estimated fair value of the asset.
18.3%
Selling and administrative
8.9%
Operating income
Results of Operations:
Interest expense, net
0.3%
Provision for income taxes
1.9%
The following table provides a summary of our financial results for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:
6.7%
Net income

2019
42,259,487
26,659,427
15,600,060
3,147,289
7,839,411
4,613,360
(118,642)
(996,004)
3,498,714

2018
41,799,545
27,402,356
14,397,189
3,050,858
7,638,158
3,708,173
(121,894)
(791,030)
2,795,249

For The Years Ended December 31,
Percent
Change

100.0%
63.1%
36.9%
7.4%
18.6%
10.9%
0.3%
2.4%
8.3%

1.1%
(2.7)%
8.4%
3.2%
2.6%
24.4%
(2.7)%
25.9%
25.2%

Percentage of Net Sales
2018
2019

$

$

$

$

For The Years Ended December 31,
Percent
Change

Percentage of Net Sales
2018
2019

Net sales increased by approximately $460,000, or 1.1%, during 2019 as compared to 2018.

$

Cost of goods sold decreased by approximately $743,000 or 2.7% in 2019, as compared to 2018. The decrease in cost of goods sold was primarily a result of a more 
100.0%
Net sales
favorable  sales  mix,  in  which  sales  of  higher  margin  branded  marine  products  increased  as  a  percentage  of  overall  sales,  and  lower  margin  private  label  marine 
65.6%
Cost of goods sold
products and winterizing products decreased as a percentage of overall sales.
34.4%
Gross profit
7.3%
Advertising and promotion
Gross profit increased by approximately $1,203,000, or 8.4%, in 2019 as compared to 2018. As a percentage of net sales, gross profit increased primarily because of a 
18.3%
Selling and administrative
more favorable sales mix to 36.9% in 2019 from 34.4% in 2018. The higher gross profit percentage along with increased net sales led to the increase in gross profit in 
8.9%
Operating income
2019, as compared to 2018.
0.3%
Interest expense, net
1.9%
Provision for income taxes
Advertising and promotion expense increased by approximately $96,000, or 3.2%, during 2019 as compared to 2018.  As a percentage of net sales, advertising and 
6.7%
Net income
promotion  expense  increased  to  7.4%  in  2019  from  7.3%  in  2018.  The  increase  in  advertising  and  promotion  expense  was  principally  a  result  of  increases  in 
sponsorship of a NASCAR driver, product samples used to promote sales and advertising in customer catalogs.

100.0%
63.1%
36.9%
7.4%
18.6%
10.9%
0.3%
2.4%
8.3%

1.1%
(2.7)%
8.4%
3.2%
2.6%
24.4%
(2.7)%
25.9%
25.2%

2019
42,259,487
26,659,427
15,600,060
3,147,289
7,839,411
4,613,360
(118,642)
(996,004)
3,498,714

2018
41,799,545
27,402,356
14,397,189
3,050,858
7,638,158
3,708,173
(121,894)
(791,030)
2,795,249

$

$

$

Net sales increased by approximately $460,000, or 1.1%, during 2019 as compared to 2018.
Selling and administrative expenses increased by approximately $201,000, or 2.6%, during 2019 as compared to 2018. The increase in selling and administrative 
expenses was principally a result of higher employee payroll and benefits, an increase in amortization expense related to intangible assets we acquired from Snappy 
Cost of goods sold decreased by approximately $743,000 or 2.7% in 2019, as compared to 2018. The decrease in cost of goods sold was primarily a result of a more 
Marine  in  July  2018,  and  administrative  expenses  at  our  manufacturing  plant,  partially  offset  by  a  decrease  in  our  provision  for  bad  debts,  and  depreciation.  As  a 
favorable  sales  mix,  in  which  sales  of  higher  margin  branded  marine  products  increased  as  a  percentage  of  overall  sales,  and  lower  margin  private  label  marine 
percentage of net sales, selling and administrative expenses increased to 18.6% in 2019 from 18.3% in 2018. 
products and winterizing products decreased as a percentage of overall sales.

Gross profit increased by approximately $1,203,000, or 8.4%, in 2019 as compared to 2018. As a percentage of net sales, gross profit increased primarily because of a 
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more favorable sales mix to 36.9% in 2019 from 34.4% in 2018. The higher gross profit percentage along with increased net sales led to the increase in gross profit in 
2019, as compared to 2018.

Advertising and promotion expense increased by approximately $96,000, or 3.2%, during 2019 as compared to 2018.  As a percentage of net sales, advertising and 
promotion  expense  increased  to  7.4%  in  2019  from  7.3%  in  2018.  The  increase  in  advertising  and  promotion  expense  was  principally  a  result  of  increases  in 
sponsorship of a NASCAR driver, product samples used to promote sales and advertising in customer catalogs.

Selling and administrative expenses increased by approximately $201,000, or 2.6%, during 2019 as compared to 2018. The increase in selling and administrative 
expenses was principally a result of higher employee payroll and benefits, an increase in amortization expense related to intangible assets we acquired from Snappy 
Marine  in  July  2018,  and  administrative  expenses  at  our  manufacturing  plant,  partially  offset  by  a  decrease  in  our  provision  for  bad  debts,  and  depreciation.  As  a 
percentage of net sales, selling and administrative expenses increased to 18.6% in 2019 from 18.3% in 2018. 

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Interest expense, net during 2019 decreased by approximately $3,000, or 2.7%, as compared to 2018.

Provision for income taxes increased by approximately $205,000 or 25.9% in 2019, as compared to 2018. The increase was principally a result of higher net income. 
As a percentage of income before taxes our provision for income taxes increased to 22.2% in 2019 from 22.1% in 2018.

Liquidity and Capital Resources:

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Our cash balance was approximately $6,125,000 at December 31, 2019 compared to approximately $1,401,000 at December 31, 2018. In addition, we had restricted 
cash of approximately $1,885,000 and $2,333,000 at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. The restricted cash constitutes amounts held in a custodial account 
that  are  to  be  used  from  time  to  time  to  fund  additional  capital  expenditures  in  connection  with  the  Expansion  Project.  See  Note  8  to  the  consolidated  financial 
statements included in this report for additional information.

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The following table summarizes our cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:

Interest expense, net during 2019 decreased by approximately $3,000, or 2.7%, as compared to 2018.

Years Ended December 31,

2018
Provision for income taxes increased by approximately $205,000 or 25.9% in 2019, as compared to 2018. The increase was principally a result of higher net income. 
Net cash provided by operating activities
1,218,079
As a percentage of income before taxes our provision for income taxes increased to 22.2% in 2019 from 22.1% in 2018.
(1,735,498)
Net cash used in investing activities
Net cash used in financing activities
(913,254)
Liquidity and Capital Resources:
(1,247)
Effect of exchange rate fluctuations on cash
Net increase (decrease) in cash
(1,431,920)
Our cash balance was approximately $6,125,000 at December 31, 2019 compared to approximately $1,401,000 at December 31, 2018. In addition, we had restricted 
cash of approximately $1,885,000 and $2,333,000 at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. The restricted cash constitutes amounts held in a custodial account 
Net cash provided by operating activities during 2019 increased by approximately $4,774,000 or 391.9%, as compared to 2018. The increase was principally a result of 
that  are  to  be  used  from  time  to  time  to  fund  additional  capital  expenditures  in  connection  with  the  Expansion  Project.  See  Note  8  to  the  consolidated  financial 
the Company decreasing its gross inventories during 2019 by approximately $2,571,000 as compared to the Company increasing its gross inventories by approximately 
statements included in this report for additional information.
$3,021,000  in  2018.  Other  changes  in  working  capital  used  approximately  $1,412,000  more  in  cash  during  2019  than  2018.  Net  income  combined  with  noncash 
expenses increased by approximately $594,000 during 2019 as compared to 2018.
The following table summarizes our cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:

2019
5,991,728
(793,474)
(923,898)
2,140
4,276,496

$

$

$

$

Inventories, net were approximately $9,555,000 and $12,085,000 at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively, representing a decrease of approximately $2,530,000 
or 20.9% in 2019. We believe the lower levels of inventories are sufficient to meet the Company’s short-term needs.

Years Ended December 31,

Net cash provided by operating activities
Net  trade  accounts  receivable  at  December  31,  2019  aggregated  approximately  $7,132,000,  an  increase  of  approximately  $1,473,000,  or  26.0%,  compared  to 
Net cash used in investing activities
approximately $5,659,000 in net trade accounts receivable outstanding at December 31, 2018.  The increase principally was due to an increase in net sales during the 
Net cash used in financing activities
month ended December 31, 2019, as compared to the month ended December 31, 2018. Receivables due from affiliated companies aggregated approximately $962,000 
Effect of exchange rate fluctuations on cash
at December 31, 2019, a decrease of approximately $84,000, or 8.0%, from receivables due from affiliated companies of approximately $1,046,000 at December 31, 
Net increase (decrease) in cash
2018.

$

$

$

$

2019
5,991,728
(793,474)
(923,898)
2,140
4,276,496

2018
1,218,079
(1,735,498)
(913,254)
(1,247)
(1,431,920)

Net cash used in investing activities during 2019 decreased by approximately $942,000, or 54.3%, as compared to 2018. The decrease was a result of the Company 
Net cash provided by operating activities during 2019 increased by approximately $4,774,000 or 391.9%, as compared to 2018. The increase was principally a result of 
decreasing its cash used for purchases of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets. Cash used for purchases of plant, property and equipment decreased by 
the Company decreasing its gross inventories during 2019 by approximately $2,571,000 as compared to the Company increasing its gross inventories by approximately 
approximately $640,000, primarily because the Expansion Project is mostly completed. See “Overview” above for additional information. Cash used for purchases of 
$3,021,000  in  2018.  Other  changes  in  working  capital  used  approximately  $1,412,000  more  in  cash  during  2019  than  2018.  Net  income  combined  with  noncash 
intangible assets decreased by approximately $302,000. In 2019, the Company used $75,000 to acquire intangible assets from Check Corporation, and in 2018, the 
expenses increased by approximately $594,000 during 2019 as compared to 2018.
Company used $376,722 to acquire intangible assets from Snappy Marine. See Note 5 to the consolidated financial statements included in this report for additional 
information.
Inventories, net were approximately $9,555,000 and $12,085,000 at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively, representing a decrease of approximately $2,530,000 
or 20.9% in 2019. We believe the lower levels of inventories are sufficient to meet the Company’s short-term needs.
Net cash used in financing activities during 2019 increased by approximately $11,000 or 1.2%, as compared to 2018. In both years, the Company’s primary use of cash 
in financing activities was to pay dividends to common shareholders and to make payments on long-term debt.
Net  trade  accounts  receivable  at  December  31,  2019  aggregated  approximately  $7,132,000,  an  increase  of  approximately  $1,473,000,  or  26.0%,  compared  to 
approximately $5,659,000 in net trade accounts receivable outstanding at December 31, 2018.  The increase principally was due to an increase in net sales during the 
See  Notes  6  and  8  to  the  consolidated  financial  statements  included  in  this  report  for  information  concerning  our  principal  credit  facilities,  consisting  of  Kinpak’s 
month ended December 31, 2019, as compared to the month ended December 31, 2018. Receivables due from affiliated companies aggregated approximately $962,000 
obligations relating to an industrial development bond financing with respect to the Expansion Project, the payment of which we have guaranteed and a revolving line 
at December 31, 2019, a decrease of approximately $84,000, or 8.0%, from receivables due from affiliated companies of approximately $1,046,000 at December 31, 
of  credit.  At  December  31,  2019  and  2018,  we  had  outstanding  balances  of  approximately  $3,974,000  and  $4,222,000,  under  Kinpak’s  obligations  relating  to  the 
2018.
industrial development bond financing respectively, and no borrowings under our revolving credit facility.
Net cash used in investing activities during 2019 decreased by approximately $942,000, or 54.3%, as compared to 2018. The decrease was a result of the Company 
The loan agreement pertaining to our revolving credit facility, as amended, has a stated term that expires on August 31, 2021, although as was the case with earlier 
decreasing its cash used for purchases of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets. Cash used for purchases of plant, property and equipment decreased by 
revolving lines of credit provided to us in recent years, amounts outstanding are payable on demand. Nevertheless, the loan agreement pertaining to our revolving line 
approximately $640,000, primarily because the Expansion Project is mostly completed. See “Overview” above for additional information. Cash used for purchases of 
of credit, as amended, contains various covenants, including financial covenants that are described in Note 6 to the consolidated financial statements included in this 
intangible assets decreased by approximately $302,000. In 2019, the Company used $75,000 to acquire intangible assets from Check Corporation, and in 2018, the 
report.  At December 31, 2019, we were in compliance with these financial covenants. The revolving credit facility is subject to several events of default, including a 
Company used $376,722 to acquire intangible assets from Snappy Marine. See Note 5 to the consolidated financial statements included in this report for additional 
decline of the majority shareholder’s ownership below 50% of our outstanding shares.
information.

Net cash used in financing activities during 2019 increased by approximately $11,000 or 1.2%, as compared to 2018. In both years, the Company’s primary use of cash 
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in financing activities was to pay dividends to common shareholders and to make payments on long-term debt.

See  Notes  6  and  8  to  the  consolidated  financial  statements  included  in  this  report  for  information  concerning  our  principal  credit  facilities,  consisting  of  Kinpak’s 
obligations relating to an industrial development bond financing with respect to the Expansion Project, the payment of which we have guaranteed and a revolving line 
of  credit.  At  December  31,  2019  and  2018,  we  had  outstanding  balances  of  approximately  $3,974,000  and  $4,222,000,  under  Kinpak’s  obligations  relating  to  the 
industrial development bond financing respectively, and no borrowings under our revolving credit facility.

The loan agreement pertaining to our revolving credit facility, as amended, has a stated term that expires on August 31, 2021, although as was the case with earlier 
revolving lines of credit provided to us in recent years, amounts outstanding are payable on demand. Nevertheless, the loan agreement pertaining to our revolving line 
of credit, as amended, contains various covenants, including financial covenants that are described in Note 6 to the consolidated financial statements included in this 
report.  At December 31, 2019, we were in compliance with these financial covenants. The revolving credit facility is subject to several events of default, including a 
decline of the majority shareholder’s ownership below 50% of our outstanding shares.

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Our guarantee  of Kinpak’s obligations  related  to  the industrial  development bond financing  are  subject  to various  covenants,  including financial covenants  that  are 
described in Note 8 to the consolidated financial statements included in this report. As of December 31, 2019, we were in compliance with these financial covenants.

In connection with our 2018 acquisition of assets of Snappy Marine, we issued a promissory note in the amount of $1,000,000, including interest (of the $1,000,000 
amount of the promissory note, $930,528 was recorded as principal, and the remaining $69,472, representing an imputed interest rate of 2.87% per annum, is being 
recorded  as  interest  expense  over  the  term  of  the  note).  At  December  31,  2019,  we  had  an  outstanding  balance  of  $716,666  under  the  promissory  note  (including 
$680,274 recorded as principal and $36,392 to be recorded as interest expense over the remaining term of the note). We also obtained financing through leases for 
office equipment, totaling approximately $26,000 and $31,000 at December 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, respectively.

Some of our assets and liabilities are denominated in Canadian dollars and are subject to currency exchange rate fluctuations. We do not engage in currency hedging 
and address currency risk as a pricing issue. In 2019, we recorded $1,243 in foreign currency translation adjustments, which resulted in a corresponding increase in 
shareholders’ equity. In 2018, we recorded $7,683 in foreign currency translation adjustments, which resulted in a corresponding decrease in shareholders’ equity.

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Many of the raw materials that we use in the manufacturing process are petroleum or chemical based and commodity chemicals that are subject to fluctuating prices. 
The nature of our business does not enable us to pass through the price increases to our national retailer customers and to our distributors as promptly as we experience 
increases in raw material costs. This may, at times, adversely affect our margins.

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During the past few years, we have introduced a number of new products. At times, new product introductions have required us to increase our overall inventory and 
have resulted in lower inventory turnover rates. The effects of reduced inventory turnover have not been material to our overall operations. 

We believe that funds provided through operations, our revolving line of credit, and other sources of financing will be sufficient to satisfy our cash requirements over 
Our guarantee  of Kinpak’s obligations  related  to  the industrial  development bond financing  are  subject  to various  covenants,  including financial covenants  that  are 
at least the next twelve months. Although amounts outstanding under our revolving line of credit facility are payable on demand, based on our experience with respect 
described in Note 8 to the consolidated financial statements included in this report. As of December 31, 2019, we were in compliance with these financial covenants.
to previous revolving line of credit facilities with the same bank that is providing our current  revolving line of credit facility, we anticipate that we will be able to 
maintain borrowings, if any, under the current revolving line of credit facility until the end of its stated term.
In connection with our 2018 acquisition of assets of Snappy Marine, we issued a promissory note in the amount of $1,000,000, including interest (of the $1,000,000 
amount of the promissory note, $930,528 was recorded as principal, and the remaining $69,472, representing an imputed interest rate of 2.87% per annum, is being 
Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosure about Market Risk
recorded  as  interest  expense  over  the  term  of  the  note).  At  December  31,  2019,  we  had  an  outstanding  balance  of  $716,666  under  the  promissory  note  (including 
$680,274 recorded as principal and $36,392 to be recorded as interest expense over the remaining term of the note). We also obtained financing through leases for 
Not applicable.
office equipment, totaling approximately $26,000 and $31,000 at December 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, respectively.

Item 8.  Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
Some of our assets and liabilities are denominated in Canadian dollars and are subject to currency exchange rate fluctuations. We do not engage in currency hedging 
and address currency risk as a pricing issue. In 2019, we recorded $1,243 in foreign currency translation adjustments, which resulted in a corresponding increase in 
The audited consolidated financial statements of the Company required pursuant to this Item 8 are included in a separate section commencing on page F-1 and are 
shareholders’ equity. In 2018, we recorded $7,683 in foreign currency translation adjustments, which resulted in a corresponding decrease in shareholders’ equity.
incorporated herein by reference.

Many of the raw materials that we use in the manufacturing process are petroleum or chemical based and commodity chemicals that are subject to fluctuating prices. 
Item 9.  Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure
The nature of our business does not enable us to pass through the price increases to our national retailer customers and to our distributors as promptly as we experience 
increases in raw material costs. This may, at times, adversely affect our margins.
Not applicable.

During the past few years, we have introduced a number of new products. At times, new product introductions have required us to increase our overall inventory and 
Item 9A. Controls and Procedures:
have resulted in lower inventory turnover rates. The effects of reduced inventory turnover have not been material to our overall operations. 

Evaluation  of  Disclosure  Controls  and  Procedures. The  Company’s  management,  with  the  participation  of  the  Company’s  Chief  Executive  Officer  and  Chief 
We believe that funds provided through operations, our revolving line of credit, and other sources of financing will be sufficient to satisfy our cash requirements over 
Financial Officer, evaluated the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities 
at least the next twelve months. Although amounts outstanding under our revolving line of credit facility are payable on demand, based on our experience with respect 
Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”)) at the end of the period covered by this report. Based on that evaluation, the Chief Executive Officer and 
to previous revolving line of credit facilities with the same bank that is providing our current  revolving line of credit facility, we anticipate that we will be able to 
Chief  Financial  Officer  have  concluded  that  as  of  the  end  of  the  period  covered  by  this  report,  the  Company’s  disclosure  controls  and  procedures  are  effective  to 
maintain borrowings, if any, under the current revolving line of credit facility until the end of its stated term.
provide  reasonable  assurance  that  information  we  are  required  to  disclose  in  reports  that  we  file  or  submit  under  the  Exchange  Act  are  (i)  recorded,  processed, 
summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission’s rules and forms, and (ii) accumulated and communicated to 
Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosure about Market Risk
the Company’s management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

Not applicable.
Change in Internal Controls over Financial Reporting. No change in internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rule 13a-15(f) under the Exchange Act) 
occurred during the Company’s most recent fiscal quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over 
Item 8.  Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
financial reporting.

The audited consolidated financial statements of the Company required pursuant to this Item 8 are included in a separate section commencing on page F-1 and are 
incorporated herein by reference.

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Item 9.  Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure

Not applicable.

Item 9A. Controls and Procedures:

Evaluation  of  Disclosure  Controls  and  Procedures. The  Company’s  management,  with  the  participation  of  the  Company’s  Chief  Executive  Officer  and  Chief 
Financial Officer, evaluated the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities 
Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”)) at the end of the period covered by this report. Based on that evaluation, the Chief Executive Officer and 
Chief  Financial  Officer  have  concluded  that  as  of  the  end  of  the  period  covered  by  this  report,  the  Company’s  disclosure  controls  and  procedures  are  effective  to 
provide  reasonable  assurance  that  information  we  are  required  to  disclose  in  reports  that  we  file  or  submit  under  the  Exchange  Act  are  (i)  recorded,  processed, 
summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission’s rules and forms, and (ii) accumulated and communicated to 
the Company’s management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

Change in Internal Controls over Financial Reporting. No change in internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rule 13a-15(f) under the Exchange Act) 
occurred during the Company’s most recent fiscal quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over 
financial reporting.

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Management’s Annual Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting

Management of Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc. is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting. Internal control over financial 
reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external 
purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures 
that pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; provide 
reasonable  assurance  that  transactions  are  recorded  as  necessary  to  permit  preparation  of  financial  statements  in  accordance  with  generally  accepted  accounting 
principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; 
and provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a 
material effect on the financial statements.

Because  of  its  inherent  limitations,  internal  control  over  financial  reporting  may  not  prevent  or  detect  misstatements.  Also,  projections  of  any  evaluation  of 
effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the 
policies or procedures may deteriorate.

Management evaluated the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2019. In making this assessment, management used the framework 
established in Internal Control-Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). As a result 
of this assessment and based on the criteria in the COSO framework, management has concluded that, as of December 31, 2019, the Company’s internal control over 
financial reporting was effective.

Item 9B. Other Information

Not applicable.

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Management’s Annual Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting

Management of Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc. is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting. Internal control over financial 
reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external 
purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures 
that pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; provide 
reasonable  assurance  that  transactions  are  recorded  as  necessary  to  permit  preparation  of  financial  statements  in  accordance  with  generally  accepted  accounting 
principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; 
and provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a 
material effect on the financial statements.

Because  of  its  inherent  limitations,  internal  control  over  financial  reporting  may  not  prevent  or  detect  misstatements.  Also,  projections  of  any  evaluation  of 
effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the 
policies or procedures may deteriorate.

Management evaluated the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2019. In making this assessment, management used the framework 
established in Internal Control-Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). As a result 
of this assessment and based on the criteria in the COSO framework, management has concluded that, as of December 31, 2019, the Company’s internal control over 
financial reporting was effective.

Item 9B. Other Information

Not applicable.

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PART III

Information required by this item is incorporated by reference to the Company’s definitive proxy statement, which will be filed with the Commission no later than 120 
days after the close of the fiscal year covered by this report.

Item 11. Executive Compensation

Information required by this item is incorporated by reference to the Company’s definitive proxy statement, which will be filed with the Commission no later than 120 
days after the close of the fiscal year covered by this report.

Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters

Information required by this item is incorporated by reference to the Company’s definitive proxy statement, which will be filed with the Commission no later than 120 
days after the close of the fiscal year covered by this report.

Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence

Information required by this item is incorporated by reference to the Company’s definitive proxy statement, which will be filed with the Commission no later than 120 
days after the close of the fiscal year covered by this report.

Item 14. Principal Accounting Fees and Services

Information required by this item is incorporated by reference to the Company’s definitive proxy statement, which will be filed with the Commission no later than 120 
days after the close of the fiscal year covered by this report.

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Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance

PART III

Information required by this item is incorporated by reference to the Company’s definitive proxy statement, which will be filed with the Commission no later than 120 
days after the close of the fiscal year covered by this report.

Item 11. Executive Compensation

Information required by this item is incorporated by reference to the Company’s definitive proxy statement, which will be filed with the Commission no later than 120 
days after the close of the fiscal year covered by this report.

Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters

Information required by this item is incorporated by reference to the Company’s definitive proxy statement, which will be filed with the Commission no later than 120 
days after the close of the fiscal year covered by this report.

Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence

Information required by this item is incorporated by reference to the Company’s definitive proxy statement, which will be filed with the Commission no later than 120 
days after the close of the fiscal year covered by this report.

Item 14. Principal Accounting Fees and Services

Information required by this item is incorporated by reference to the Company’s definitive proxy statement, which will be filed with the Commission no later than 120 
days after the close of the fiscal year covered by this report.

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Financial Statements – See the Index to Consolidated Financial Statements on page F-1.

OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.

(a)

(b)

Exhibits:

Unless otherwise noted, the file number of each referenced filing is 0-11102.

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PART IV

Exhibit No.
3.1.1
Item 15. Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules

Unless otherwise noted, the file number of each referenced filing is 0-11102.

Financial Statements – See the Index to Consolidated Financial Statements on page F-1.

3.1.2
(a)

3.2 
(b)

Exhibits:

*4
10.1.1
Exhibit No.
10.1.2
3.1.1

Articles  of  Incorporation  and  amendments  through  May  20,  1994  (incorporated  by  reference  to  Exhibit  3.1  to  the  Company’s  Annual  Report  on 
Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010).
Articles of Amendment to the Articles of Incorporation, as filed on June 13, 2012 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1.2 to the Company’s Annual 
Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2012).
Amended and Restated Bylaws (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K, filed with the Securities and 
Exchange Commission on December 5, 2011).
Description of Common Stock
Business  Loan  Agreement,  dated  August  31,  2018,  between  the  Company  and  Regions  Bank  (the  “Business  Loan  Agreement”)  (incorporated  by 
reference to Exhibit 10.1.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2018).
Promissory Note, dated August 31, 2018, issued by the Company to Regions Bank in connection with the revolving line of credit under the Business 
Articles  of  Incorporation  and  amendments  through  May  20,  1994  (incorporated  by  reference  to  Exhibit  3.1  to  the  Company’s  Annual  Report  on 
Loan Agreement (the “Promissory Note”) (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter 
Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010).
ended September 30, 2018). 
Articles of Amendment to the Articles of Incorporation, as filed on June 13, 2012 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1.2 to the Company’s Annual 
Letter, dated August 31, 2018, from Regions Bank to the Company, regarding certain terms under the Business Loan Agreement and the Promissory 
Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2012).
Note (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1.3 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2018).
Amended and Restated Bylaws (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K, filed with the Securities and 
Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc. 2015 Equity Compensation Plan, as amended (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on 
Exchange Commission on December 5, 2011).
Form 10-Q, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 12, 2016).
Description of Common Stock
Form of Industrial Development Revenue Bond (Kinpak Inc. Project) Series 2017 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 99.1 to the Company’s Current 
Business  Loan  Agreement,  dated  August  31,  2018,  between  the  Company  and  Regions  Bank  (the  “Business  Loan  Agreement”)  (incorporated  by 
Report on Form 8-K, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 2, 2017).
reference to Exhibit 10.1.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2018).
Second  Restated  Lease  Agreement,  dated  as  of  September  1,  2017,  between  The  Industrial  Development  Board  of  the  City  of  Montgomery  and 
Promissory Note, dated August 31, 2018, issued by the Company to Regions Bank in connection with the revolving line of credit under the Business 
KINPAK,  Inc.  (incorporated  by  reference  to  Exhibit  99.2  to  the  Company’s  Current  Report  on  Form  8-K,  filed  with  the  Securities  and  Exchange 
Loan Agreement (the “Promissory Note”) (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter 
Commission on October 2, 2017).
ended September 30, 2018). 
Mortgage, Security Agreement and Assignment of Rents and Leases, dated as of September 1, 2017, provided by The Industrial Development Board of 
Letter, dated August 31, 2018, from Regions Bank to the Company, regarding certain terms under the Business Loan Agreement and the Promissory 
the City of Montgomery and KINPAK, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 99.3 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K, filed with the 
Note (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1.3 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2018).
Securities and Exchange Commission on October 2, 2017).
Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc. 2015 Equity Compensation Plan, as amended (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on 
Guaranty Agreement, dated as of September 1, 2017, provided by Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc. and its consolidated subsidiaries party thereto (incorporated by 
Form 10-Q, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 12, 2016).
reference to Exhibit 99.4 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 2, 2017).
Form of Industrial Development Revenue Bond (Kinpak Inc. Project) Series 2017 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 99.1 to the Company’s Current 
Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc. 2008 Non-Qualified Stock Option Plan, as amended (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 99.5 to the Company’s Registration 
Report on Form 8-K, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 2, 2017).
Statement on Form S-8 (File No. 333-176268), filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 12, 2011).
Second  Restated  Lease  Agreement,  dated  as  of  September  1,  2017,  between  The  Industrial  Development  Board  of  the  City  of  Montgomery  and 
Net Lease, dated May 1, 1998, between Star Brite Distributing, Inc. and PEJE, Inc (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.14 to the Company’s Annual 
KINPAK,  Inc.  (incorporated  by  reference  to  Exhibit  99.2  to  the  Company’s  Current  Report  on  Form  8-K,  filed  with  the  Securities  and  Exchange 
Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2004).
Commission on October 2, 2017).
Renewal  of  Lease,  dated  May  1,  2008,  between  Star  Brite  Distributing,  Inc.  and  PEJE,  Inc.  (incorporated  by  reference  to  Exhibit  10.24  to  the 
Mortgage, Security Agreement and Assignment of Rents and Leases, dated as of September 1, 2017, provided by The Industrial Development Board of 
Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008).
the City of Montgomery and KINPAK, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 99.3 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K, filed with the 
Amendment  Number  Two  to  Net  Lease,  dated  May 16,  2013,  between  Star Brite  Distributing,  Inc.  and  PEJE,  Inc.  (incorporated  by  reference  to 
Securities and Exchange Commission on October 2, 2017).
Exhibit 10.13 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013).
Guaranty Agreement, dated as of September 1, 2017, provided by Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc. and its consolidated subsidiaries party thereto (incorporated by 
List of Subsidiaries
reference to Exhibit 99.4 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 2, 2017).
Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) under the Securities Exchange Act.
Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc. 2008 Non-Qualified Stock Option Plan, as amended (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 99.5 to the Company’s Registration 
Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) under the Securities Exchange Act.
Statement on Form S-8 (File No. 333-176268), filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 12, 2011).
Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(b) under the Securities Exchange Act and 18 U.S.C. Section 1350.
Net Lease, dated May 1, 1998, between Star Brite Distributing, Inc. and PEJE, Inc (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.14 to the Company’s Annual 
Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(b) under the Securities Exchange Act and 18 U.S.C. Section 1350.
Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2004).
The  following  materials  from  Ocean  Bio-Chem  Inc.’s  Annual  Report  on  Form  10-K  for  the  year  ended  December 31,  2019,  formatted  in  XBLR 
Renewal  of  Lease,  dated  May  1,  2008,  between  Star  Brite  Distributing,  Inc.  and  PEJE,  Inc.  (incorporated  by  reference  to  Exhibit  10.24  to  the 
(eXtensible  Business  Reporting  Language): (i)  Consolidated  Balance  Sheets  at  December 31,  2019  and  December  31,  2018;  (ii)  Consolidated 
Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008).
Statements of Operations for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018; (iii) Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income for the years ended 
Amendment  Number  Two  to  Net  Lease,  dated  May 16,  2013,  between  Star Brite  Distributing,  Inc.  and  PEJE,  Inc.  (incorporated  by  reference  to 
December 31, 2019 and 2018; (iv) Consolidated Statements of Changes in Shareholders Equity for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, (v) 
Exhibit 10.13 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013).
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 and (vi) Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
List of Subsidiaries
Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) under the Securities Exchange Act.
Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) under the Securities Exchange Act.
Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(b) under the Securities Exchange Act and 18 U.S.C. Section 1350.
Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(b) under the Securities Exchange Act and 18 U.S.C. Section 1350.
The  following  materials  from  Ocean  Bio-Chem  Inc.’s  Annual  Report  on  Form  10-K  for  the  year  ended  December 31,  2019,  formatted  in  XBLR 
(eXtensible  Business  Reporting  Language): (i)  Consolidated  Balance  Sheets  at  December 31,  2019  and  December  31,  2018;  (ii)  Consolidated 
Statements of Operations for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018; (iii) Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income for the years ended 
December 31, 2019 and 2018; (iv) Consolidated Statements of Changes in Shareholders Equity for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, (v) 
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 and (vi) Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

Filed herewith.

*21 
*31.1
*
*31.2
† Constitutes management contract or compensatory plan or arrangement required to be filed as in exhibit to this report.
*32.1
*32.2
Item 16. Form 10-K Summary
101

3.1.2
10.1.3
3.2 
†10.2
*4
10.3.1
10.1.1

10.3.2
10.1.2

10.3.3
10.1.3

†10.2
10.3.4
10.3.1
†10.4
10.3.2
10.5.1

10.5.2
10.3.3

10.5.3
10.3.4
*21 
*31.1
†10.4
*31.2
*32.1
10.5.1
*32.2
101
10.5.2

10.5.3

Registrants may voluntarily include a summary of information required by Form 10-K under this Item 16. The Company has elected not to include a summary.

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Filed herewith.

*
† Constitutes management contract or compensatory plan or arrangement required to be filed as in exhibit to this report.

Item 16. Form 10-K Summary

Registrants may voluntarily include a summary of information required by Form 10-K under this Item 16. The Company has elected not to include a summary.

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Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the 
undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

SIGNATURES

Date: March 27, 2020

OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.

By:

/s/ Peter G. Dornau 
PETER G. DORNAU
Chairman of the Board, President and
Chief Executive Officer

Pursuant  to  the  requirements  of  the  Securities  Exchange  Act  of  1934,  this  report  has  been  signed  by  the  following  persons  on  behalf  of  the  Registrant  and  in  the 
capacities and on the dates indicated.

Signature

Capacity

/s/ Peter G. Dornau
Peter G. Dornau

/s/Jeffrey S. Barocas
Jeffrey S. Barocas

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/s/ Diana M. Conard
Diana M. Conard

/s/ Gregor M. Dornau
Gregor M. Dornau

Chairman of the Board, President and
Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)

Form Type: 10-K

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Director

Director

SIGNATURES

Date

March 27, 2020

March 27, 2020

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March 27, 2020

March 27, 2020

/s/ William W. Dudman
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the 
William W. Dudman
undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

March 27, 2020

Director

/s/ James M. Kolisch
James M. Kolisch
Date: March 27, 2020
/s/ Kimberly A. Krause
Kimberly A. Krause

Director

Director

OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.

March 27, 2020

By:

/s/ Peter G. Dornau 
PETER G. DORNAU
Chairman of the Board, President and
Chief Executive Officer

March 27, 2020

/s/ John B. Turner
Pursuant  to  the  requirements  of  the  Securities  Exchange  Act  of  1934,  this  report  has  been  signed  by  the  following  persons  on  behalf  of  the  Registrant  and  in  the 
John B. Turner
capacities and on the dates indicated.

March 27, 2020

Director

/s/ Peter G. Dornau
Peter G. Dornau

/s/Jeffrey S. Barocas
Jeffrey S. Barocas

/s/ Diana M. Conard
Diana M. Conard

/s/ Gregor M. Dornau
Gregor M. Dornau

/s/ William W. Dudman
William W. Dudman

/s/ James M. Kolisch
James M. Kolisch

/s/ Kimberly A. Krause
Kimberly A. Krause

/s/ John B. Turner
John B. Turner

Signature

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Capacity

Chairman of the Board, President and
Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

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Date

March 27, 2020

March 27, 2020

March 27, 2020

March 27, 2020

March 27, 2020

March 27, 2020

March 27, 2020

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INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Reports of independent registered public accounting firm

Consolidated balance sheets

Consolidated statements of operations

Consolidated statements of comprehensive income

Consolidated statements of shareholders’ equity

Consolidated statements of cash flows

Notes to consolidated financial statements

F-1

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F-6

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INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Reports of independent registered public accounting firm

Consolidated balance sheets

Consolidated statements of operations

Consolidated statements of comprehensive income

Consolidated statements of shareholders’ equity

Consolidated statements of cash flows

Notes to consolidated financial statements

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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

To the Board of Directors and Shareholders of Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc.

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We  have  audited  the  accompanying  consolidated  balance  sheets  of  Ocean  Bio-Chem,  Inc.  (the  Company)  as  of  December  31,  2019  and  2018,  and  the  related 
consolidated  statements  of  operations,  comprehensive  income,  shareholders’  equity,  and  cash  flows  for  the  years  then  ended,  and  the  related  notes  and  schedules 
(collectively referred to as the financial statements). In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of 
the Company as of December 31, 2019 and 2018, and the results of its operations and its cash flow for each of the years then ended, in conformity with accounting 
principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
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These  consolidated  financial  statements  are  the  responsibility  of  the  Company’s  management.  Our  responsibility  is  to  express  an  opinion  on  the  Company’s 
consolidated financial statements based on our audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) 
(PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations 
of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance 
about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to 
perform,  an  audit  of  its  internal  control  over  financial  reporting.  As  part  of  our  audit,  we  are  required  to  obtain  an  understanding  of  internal  control  over  financial 
reporting, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no 
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
such opinion.

To the Board of Directors and Shareholders of Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc.
Our  audits  included  performing  procedures  to  assess  the  risks  of  material  misstatement  of  the  consolidated  financial  statements,  whether  due  to error  or  fraud,  and 
performing  procedures  that  respond  to  those  risks.  Such  procedures  included  examining,  on  a  test  basis,  evidence  regarding  the  amounts  and  disclosures  in  the 
Opinion on the Financial Statements
consolidated  financial  statements.  Our  audit  also  included  evaluating  the  accounting  principles  used  and  significant  estimates  made  by  management,  as  well  as 
evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
We  have  audited  the  accompanying  consolidated  balance  sheets  of  Ocean  Bio-Chem,  Inc.  (the  Company)  as  of  December  31,  2019  and  2018,  and  the  related 
consolidated  statements  of  operations,  comprehensive  income,  shareholders’  equity,  and  cash  flows  for  the  years  then  ended,  and  the  related  notes  and  schedules 
/s/ Accell Audit & Compliance, P.A.
(collectively referred to as the financial statements). In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of 
the Company as of December 31, 2019 and 2018, and the results of its operations and its cash flow for each of the years then ended, in conformity with accounting 
We have served as the Company’s auditor since 2018.
principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Tampa, Florida
Basis for Opinion
March 27, 2020

These  consolidated  financial  statements  are  the  responsibility  of  the  Company’s  management.  Our  responsibility  is  to  express  an  opinion  on  the  Company’s 
consolidated financial statements based on our audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) 
(PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations 
of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

4806 West Gandy Boulevard ● Tampa, Florida 33611 ● 813.440.6380
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance 
about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to 
perform,  an  audit  of  its  internal  control  over  financial  reporting.  As  part  of  our  audit,  we  are  required  to  obtain  an  understanding  of  internal  control  over  financial 
F-2
reporting, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no 
such opinion.

Our  audits  included  performing  procedures  to  assess  the  risks  of  material  misstatement  of  the  consolidated  financial  statements,  whether  due  to error  or  fraud,  and 
performing  procedures  that  respond  to  those  risks.  Such  procedures  included  examining,  on  a  test  basis,  evidence  regarding  the  amounts  and  disclosures  in  the 
consolidated  financial  statements.  Our  audit  also  included  evaluating  the  accounting  principles  used  and  significant  estimates  made  by  management,  as  well  as 
evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

/s/ Accell Audit & Compliance, P.A.

We have served as the Company’s auditor since 2018.

Tampa, Florida
March 27, 2020

4806 West Gandy Boulevard ● Tampa, Florida 33611 ● 813.440.6380

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Form Type: 10-K

OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.

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OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
DECEMBER 31, 2019 AND 2018

2019

2018

ASSETS
Current Assets:

Cash
Trade accounts receivable less allowances of approximately $162,000 and $171,000, respectively
Receivables due from affiliated companies
Insurance claim receivable
Restricted cash
Inventories, net
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
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Total Current Assets

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OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.

Property, plant and equipment, net
Operating lease – right to use
Intangible assets, net
Total Assets

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current Liabilities:

OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
DECEMBER 31, 2019 AND 2018

Current portion of long-term debt, net
Current portion of operating lease liability
Accounts payable - trade
Accrued expenses payable

ASSETS
Current Assets:

Total Current Liabilities

Cash
Trade accounts receivable less allowances of approximately $162,000 and $171,000, respectively
Deferred tax liability
Receivables due from affiliated companies
Operating lease liability, less current portion
Insurance claim receivable
Long-term debt, less current portion and debt issuance costs
Restricted cash
Total Liabilities
Inventories, net
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Shareholders’ Equity:
Property, plant and equipment, net
outstanding, respectively
Operating lease – right to use
Additional paid in capital
Intangible assets, net
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Total Assets
Retained earnings

Total Current Assets

Common stock - $.01 par value, 12,000,000 shares authorized; 9,442,809 shares and 9,338,191 shares issued and 

Total Shareholders’ Equity
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current Liabilities:
Total Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity

Current portion of long-term debt, net
Current portion of operating lease liability
Accounts payable - trade
Accrued expenses payable

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

Total Current Liabilities

Deferred tax liability
Operating lease liability, less current portion
Long-term debt, less current portion and debt issuance costs

Total Liabilities

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Shareholders’ Equity:

F-3

Common stock - $.01 par value, 12,000,000 shares authorized; 9,442,809 shares and 9,338,191 shares issued and 

outstanding, respectively

Additional paid in capital
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Retained earnings

Total Shareholders’ Equity

Total Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

F-3

$

$

$

$

$

$
$

$

6,125,322
7,132,256
962,154
50,520
1,885,098
9,555,071
935,022
26,645,443

1,401,047
5,658,686
1,045,990
-
2,332,877
12,085,813
1,010,641
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$

$

$

$

$
$

9,338,227
352,190
1,949,947
38,285,807

2019

483,477
83,270
1,047,385
1,214,938
2,829,070
6,125,322
7,132,256
311,374
962,154
268,920
50,520
4,142,179
1,885,098
7,551,543
9,555,071
935,022
26,645,443

9,338,227
94,428
352,190
10,503,171
1,949,947
(294,491)
38,285,807
20,431,156
30,734,264

38,285,807
483,477
83,270
1,047,385
1,214,938
2,829,070

311,374
268,920
4,142,179
7,551,543

9,649,237
-
2,050,212
35,234,503

2018

425,663
-
1,472,230
1,108,905
3,006,798
1,401,047
5,658,686
280,349
1,045,990
-
-
4,514,105
2,332,877
7,801,252
12,085,813
1,010,641
23,535,054

9,649,237
93,382
-
10,235,827
2,050,212
(295,734)
35,234,503
17,399,776
27,433,251

35,234,503
425,663
-
1,472,230
1,108,905
3,006,798

280,349
-
4,514,105
7,801,252

94,428
10,503,171
(294,491)
20,431,156
30,734,264

93,382
10,235,827
(295,734)
17,399,776
27,433,251

$

38,285,807

$

35,234,503

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OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2019 AND 2018

2019

2018

$

42,259,487

$

41,799,545

26,659,427

27,402,356

15,600,060

14,397,189

Net sales

Cost of goods sold

Gross profit

Operating Expenses:

Advertising and promotion
Selling and administrative

Total operating expenses

Operating income

Other expense

Interest expense, net

Income before income taxes

Provision for income taxes

Net income

Earnings per common share – basic and diluted
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Dividends declared per common share

Form Type: 10-K

OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
F-4
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2019 AND 2018

Net sales

Cost of goods sold

Gross profit

Operating Expenses:

Advertising and promotion
Selling and administrative

Total operating expenses

Operating income

Other expense

Interest expense, net

Income before income taxes

Provision for income taxes

Net income

Earnings per common share – basic and diluted

Dividends declared per common share

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

F-4

3,147,289
7,839,411
10,986,700

3,050,858
7,638,158
10,689,016

4,613,360

3,708,173

(118,642)

(121,894)

4,494,718

3,586,279

(996,004)

(791,030)

3,498,714

0.37

$

$

2,795,249

0.30
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0.06

$

0.05

$

$

$

2019

2018

$

42,259,487

$

41,799,545

26,659,427

27,402,356

15,600,060

14,397,189

3,147,289
7,839,411
10,986,700

3,050,858
7,638,158
10,689,016

4,613,360

3,708,173

(118,642)

(121,894)

4,494,718

3,586,279

(996,004)

(791,030)

$

$

$

3,498,714

0.37

0.05

$

$

$

2,795,249

0.30

0.06

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OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2019 AND 2018

Net income

Foreign currency translation adjustment

Comprehensive income

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

F-5

2019

2018

$

$

3,498,714

$

2,795,249

1,243

(7,683)

3,499,957

$

2,787,566

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Form Type: 10-K

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OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2019 AND 2018

Net income

Foreign currency translation adjustment

Comprehensive income

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

F-5

2019

2018

$

$

3,498,714

$

2,795,249

1,243

(7,683)

3,499,957

$

2,787,566

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OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2019 AND 2018

Common Stock

Shares

Amount

Additional
Paid In
Capital

Accumulated 
Other
Comprehensive
Loss

Retained
Earnings

Total

9,254,580

$

92,546

$

9,931,634

$

(288,051) $

15,159,802

$

24,895,931

-  

-  

-  

-  

8,510

Form Type: 10-K

85

-  

-  

(85)

81,400

OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.

814

330,009

(6,299)

(63)
OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2019 AND 2018
-  

(25,731)

-  

-  

(7,683)

9,338,191

93,382

Common Stock

-  

-  

Shares

Amount

$

-  
9,254,580
27,928
-  
83,000
-  

$

-  
92,546
279
-  
830
-  

8,510
(6,310)
81,400

-  

-  
(6,299)

85
(63)
814

-  

-  
(63)

10,235,827

Additional
Paid In
Capital

-  

-  
9,931,634
13,520
-  
274,710
-  

(85)
(20,886)
330,009

-  

(295,734)

Accumulated 
Other
Comprehensive
-  
Loss

-  

$

(288,051) $

-  
-  

-  

-  
-  
-  

-  

-  
(25,731)

1,243
-  

-  

-  

-  

-  

-  

2,795,249

2,795,249

(555,275)

(555,275)

-  

-  
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-  
330,823

-  

-  

(25,794)

(7,683)

17,399,776

27,433,251

3,498,714

Retained
Earnings

(468,306)

15,159,802
-  
2,795,249

$

(555,275)

-  
-  
-  

972

-  
-  

3,498,714

Total

(468,306)

24,895,931
13,799
2,795,249
275,540
(555,275)

-  

(20,949)
330,823

972

1,243
(25,794)

January 1, 2018

Net income

Dividends, common stock

Options exercised
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Stock based compensation

Shares withheld in consideration of employee 
tax obligations related to stock-based 
compensation

Foreign currency 
translation adjustment

December 31, 2018

Net income

Dividends, common stock
January 1, 2018
Options exercised
Net income
Stock based compensation
Dividends, common stock
Shares withheld in consideration of employee 
tax obligations related to stock-based 
Options exercised
compensation
Stock based compensation
Cumulative effect adjustment on adoption of 
ASU 2016-02 Leases (Topic 842)
Shares withheld in consideration of employee 
tax obligations related to stock-based 
Foreign currency translation adjustment
compensation

Foreign currency 
December 31, 2019
translation adjustment
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
December 31, 2018

9,442,809
-  

94,428
-  

9,338,191

93,382

$

$

10,503,171
-  

$

(294,491) $
(7,683)

20,431,156
-  

$

30,734,264
(7,683)

10,235,827

(295,734)

17,399,776

27,433,251

Net income

Dividends, common stock

Options exercised

Stock based compensation

Shares withheld in consideration of employee 
tax obligations related to stock-based 
compensation

Cumulative effect adjustment on adoption of 
ASU 2016-02 Leases (Topic 842)

Foreign currency translation adjustment

-  

-  

27,928

83,000

-  
F-6

-  

279

830

-  

-  

13,520

274,710

(6,310)

(63)

(20,886)

-  

-  

-  

-  

-  

-  

-  

-  

-  

-  

-  

1,243

3,498,714

3,498,714

(468,306)

(468,306)

-  

-  

972

-  

13,799

275,540

(20,949)

972

1,243

December 31, 2019

9,442,809

$

94,428

$

10,503,171

$

(294,491) $

20,431,156

$

30,734,264

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2019 AND 2018

Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

2019

2018

$

3,498,714

$

2,795,249

Depreciation and amortization
Deferred income taxes
Stock based compensation
Provision for bad debts
Provision for slow moving and obsolete inventory 
Other operating non-cash items

Changes in assets and liabilities:
Trade accounts receivable
Receivables due from affiliated companies
Inventories
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
Accounts payable – trade
Accrued expenses payable

Net cash provided by operating activities

Cash flows from investing activities:

Purchases of property, plant and equipment
Purchase of intangible assets
Net cash used in investing activities

Cash flows from financing activities:
Payments on long-term debt
Borrowings on revolving line of credit
Repayments on revolving line of credit
Payments for taxes related to net share settlements of stock awards
Dividends paid to common shareholders
Proceeds from exercise of stock options

Net cash used in financing activities

Effect of exchange rate on cash

Net increase (decrease) in cash and restricted cash

Cash and restricted cash at beginning of period
Cash and restricted cash at end of period

Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:

Cash paid for interest during period

Cash paid for income taxes during period

Operating lease right to use asset exchanged for operating lease liability

Finance lease right to use assets exchanged for finance lease liabilities

Cash paid under operating lease

Cash
Restricted cash
Total cash and restricted cash

Noncash investing and financing activities:
Issuance of note payable for asset acquisition
Imputed interest
Principal portion of note payable issued for asset acquisition

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

F-7

1,289,531
31,025
275,540
6,134
(39,903)
(897)

(1,479,704)
83,836
2,570,645
75,619
(424,845)
106,033
5,991,728

1,175,267
126,454
330,823
35,145
9,814
(6,436)

(729,936)
538,375
(3,021,201)
2,572
(334,890)
296,843
1,218,079

(718,474)
(75,000)
(793,474)

(1,358,776)
(376,722)
(1,735,498)

(448,442)
1,000,000
(1,000,000)
(20,949)
(468,306)
13,799
(923,898)

(332,185)
2,750,000
(2,750,000)
(25,794)
(555,275)
-
(913,254)

2,140

(1,247)

4,276,496

(1,431,920)

3,733,924
8,010,420

156,623

778,009

432,466

44,979

94,800

6,125,322
1,885,098
8,010,420

100,000
(2,988)
97,012

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

5,165,844
3,733,924

136,031

660,000

-

-

94,800

1,401,047
2,332,877
3,733,924

1,000,000
(69,472)
930,528

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

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OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2019 AND 2018

Note 1 – Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies:

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Organization  –  The  Company  was  incorporated  in  November  1973  under  the  laws  of  the  state  of  Florida  and  manufacturers,  markets  and  distributes  products, 
Edgar Agents LLC
principally under the Star brite® and Star Tron® brand names, for the marine, automotive, power sports, recreational vehicle and outdoor power equipment markets in 
the  United  States  and  Canada.  In  addition,  the  Company  produces  private  label  formulations  of  many  of  its  products  for  various  customers  and  provides  custom 
blending and packaging services for these and other products. The Company also manufactures disinfectants, sanitizers and deodorizers under the Performacide® and 
Star brite® brand names.

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Basis of presentation and consolidation – The consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the 
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
United States of America (“GAAP”). The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and its wholly-owned subsidiaries. All significant 
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2019 AND 2018
inter-company  accounts  and  transactions  have  been  eliminated  in  consolidation.  Certain  prior  period  data  have  been  reclassified  to  conform  to  the  current  period 
presentation.
Note 1 – Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies:

Revenue recognition – On January 1, 2018, the Company adopted Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2014-09, “Revenue from Contracts with Customers” (Topic 
Organization  –  The  Company  was  incorporated  in  November  1973  under  the  laws  of  the  state  of  Florida  and  manufacturers,  markets  and  distributes  products, 
606). Under ASU 2014-09, revenue from a performance obligation satisfied at a point in time is recognized at the point in time that the Company determines that the 
principally under the Star brite® and Star Tron® brand names, for the marine, automotive, power sports, recreational vehicle and outdoor power equipment markets in 
customer obtains control over the promised good or service. The amount of revenue recognized reflects the consideration to which the Company expects to be entitled 
the  United  States  and  Canada.  In  addition,  the  Company  produces  private  label  formulations  of  many  of  its  products  for  various  customers  and  provides  custom 
to in exchange for the promised goods or services .Under ASU 2014-09, the Company’s performance obligation to its customers under agreements currently in force is 
blending and packaging services for these and other products. The Company also manufactures disinfectants, sanitizers and deodorizers under the Performacide® and 
satisfied when the goods are shipped or picked up by the customer and title of the goods is transferred (generally upon such shipment or pick up); with regard to a 
Star brite® brand names.
customer for which the Company’s inventory is held at the customer’s warehouses, the Company’s performance obligation is deemed satisfied when the Company is 
notified of sales by the customer. Sales allowances provided by the Company to customers are recorded as a reduction of net sales.
Basis of presentation and consolidation – The consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the 
United States of America (“GAAP”). The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and its wholly-owned subsidiaries. All significant 
Leases - On January 1, 2019, the Company adopted ASU 2016-02, “Leases” (Topic 842). Under this new guidance, lessees (including lessees under leases classified 
inter-company  accounts  and  transactions  have  been  eliminated  in  consolidation.  Certain  prior  period  data  have  been  reclassified  to  conform  to  the  current  period 
as finance leases, which are to be classified based on criteria similar to that applicable to capital leases under the previous guidance, and leases classified as operating 
presentation.
leases) recognize a right-to-use asset and a lease liability on the balance sheet, initially measured as the present value of lease payments under the lease. Under previous 
guidance, operating leases were not recognized on the balance sheet. The Company adopted ASU 2016-02 utilizing a modified retrospective method, under which the 
Revenue recognition – On January 1, 2018, the Company adopted Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2014-09, “Revenue from Contracts with Customers” (Topic 
Company recorded an immaterial cumulative adjustment to retained earnings rather than retrospectively adjusting prior periods. As a result, the Company’s balance 
606). Under ASU 2014-09, revenue from a performance obligation satisfied at a point in time is recognized at the point in time that the Company determines that the 
sheet presentation at December 31, 2019 is not comparable to the presentation at December 31, 2018.  The adoption of ASU 2016-02 resulted in the recognition of 
customer obtains control over the promised good or service. The amount of revenue recognized reflects the consideration to which the Company expects to be entitled 
approximately $432,000 as an operating lease right to use asset and a corresponding operating lease liability, and the reclassification of office equipment with a net 
to in exchange for the promised goods or services .Under ASU 2014-09, the Company’s performance obligation to its customers under agreements currently in force is 
book value of approximately $27,000 to a finance lease – right to use asset within property, plant and equipment.
satisfied when the goods are shipped or picked up by the customer and title of the goods is transferred (generally upon such shipment or pick up); with regard to a 
customer for which the Company’s inventory is held at the customer’s warehouses, the Company’s performance obligation is deemed satisfied when the Company is 
As permitted under the new guidance, the Company has made an accounting policy election not to apply the recognition provisions of the new guidance to short term 
notified of sales by the customer. Sales allowances provided by the Company to customers are recorded as a reduction of net sales.
leases (leases with a lease term of 12 months or less that do not include an option to purchase the underlying asset that the lessee is reasonably certain to exercise); 
instead, the Company will recognize the lease payments for short term leases on a straight-line basis over the lease term. The Company did not have any short- term 
Leases - On January 1, 2019, the Company adopted ASU 2016-02, “Leases” (Topic 842). Under this new guidance, lessees (including lessees under leases classified 
leases at December 31, 2019.
as finance leases, which are to be classified based on criteria similar to that applicable to capital leases under the previous guidance, and leases classified as operating 
leases) recognize a right-to-use asset and a lease liability on the balance sheet, initially measured as the present value of lease payments under the lease. Under previous 
Collectability  of  accounts  receivable  –  Trade  accounts  receivable  at  December  31,  2019  and  2018  are  net  of  allowances  for  doubtful  accounts  aggregating 
guidance, operating leases were not recognized on the balance sheet. The Company adopted ASU 2016-02 utilizing a modified retrospective method, under which the 
approximately  $162,000  and  $171,000,  respectively.  Such  amounts  are  based  on  expected  collectability  of  the  trade  accounts  receivable,  after  considering  the 
Company recorded an immaterial cumulative adjustment to retained earnings rather than retrospectively adjusting prior periods. As a result, the Company’s balance 
Company’s historical collection experience, the length of time an account is outstanding, the financial position of the customer, if known, and information provided by 
sheet presentation at December 31, 2019 is not comparable to the presentation at December 31, 2018.  The adoption of ASU 2016-02 resulted in the recognition of 
credit  rating  services.  During  the  years  ended  December  31,  2019  and  2018,  the  Company  recorded  bad  debt  expense  of  approximately  $6,000  and  $35,000, 
approximately $432,000 as an operating lease right to use asset and a corresponding operating lease liability, and the reclassification of office equipment with a net 
respectively.
book value of approximately $27,000 to a finance lease – right to use asset within property, plant and equipment.
Inventories – Inventories are primarily composed of raw materials and finished goods and are stated at the lower of cost, using the first-in, first-out method, or net 
As permitted under the new guidance, the Company has made an accounting policy election not to apply the recognition provisions of the new guidance to short term 
realizable value.
leases (leases with a lease term of 12 months or less that do not include an option to purchase the underlying asset that the lessee is reasonably certain to exercise); 
instead, the Company will recognize the lease payments for short term leases on a straight-line basis over the lease term. The Company did not have any short- term 
Shipping and handling costs – All shipping and handling costs incurred by the Company are included in cost of goods sold in the consolidated statements of operations. 
leases at December 31, 2019.
Shipping and handling costs totaled approximately $1,148,000 and $1,273,000 for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively.

Collectability  of  accounts  receivable  –  Trade  accounts  receivable  at  December  31,  2019  and  2018  are  net  of  allowances  for  doubtful  accounts  aggregating 
Advertising and promotion expense – Advertising and promotion expense consists of advertising costs and marketing expenses, including catalog costs and expenses 
approximately  $162,000  and  $171,000,  respectively.  Such  amounts  are  based  on  expected  collectability  of  the  trade  accounts  receivable,  after  considering  the 
relating  to  participation  at  trade  shows.  Advertising  costs  are  expensed  in  the  period  in  which  the  advertising  occurs  and  totaled  approximately  $3,147,000  and 
Company’s historical collection experience, the length of time an account is outstanding, the financial position of the customer, if known, and information provided by 
$3,051,000 in 2019 and 2018, respectively.
credit  rating  services.  During  the  years  ended  December  31,  2019  and  2018,  the  Company  recorded  bad  debt  expense  of  approximately  $6,000  and  $35,000, 
respectively.
Property, plant and equipment – Property, plant and equipment is stated at cost, net of depreciation. Depreciation is provided over the estimated useful lives of the 
related assets using the straight-line method. Depreciation expense totaled $1,015,998 (of which $909,411 is included in cost of goods sold and $106,587 is included in 
Inventories – Inventories are primarily composed of raw materials and finished goods and are stated at the lower of cost, using the first-in, first-out method, or net 
selling  and  administrative  expenses)  and  $1,001,206  (of  which  $837,478  is  included  in  cost  of  goods  sold  and  $163,728  is  included  in  selling  and  administrative 
realizable value.
expenses) for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively.

Shipping and handling costs – All shipping and handling costs incurred by the Company are included in cost of goods sold in the consolidated statements of operations. 
Shipping and handling costs totaled approximately $1,148,000 and $1,273,000 for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively.

F-8

Advertising and promotion expense – Advertising and promotion expense consists of advertising costs and marketing expenses, including catalog costs and expenses 
relating  to  participation  at  trade  shows.  Advertising  costs  are  expensed  in  the  period  in  which  the  advertising  occurs  and  totaled  approximately  $3,147,000  and 
$3,051,000 in 2019 and 2018, respectively.

Property, plant and equipment – Property, plant and equipment is stated at cost, net of depreciation. Depreciation is provided over the estimated useful lives of the 
related assets using the straight-line method. Depreciation expense totaled $1,015,998 (of which $909,411 is included in cost of goods sold and $106,587 is included in 
selling  and  administrative  expenses)  and  $1,001,206  (of  which  $837,478  is  included  in  cost  of  goods  sold  and  $163,728  is  included  in  selling  and  administrative 
expenses) for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively.

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Research and development costs – Research and development costs are expensed as incurred and recorded in selling and administrative expenses in the consolidated 
statements of operations. The Company incurred approximately $59,000 and $49,000 of research and development costs for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 
2018, respectively.

Stock based compensation – The Company records stock-based compensation in accordance with the provisions of Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) 
Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) Topic 718, “Accounting for Stock Compensation,” which establishes accounting standards for transactions in which an 
entity exchanges its equity instruments for goods or services. In accordance with guidance provided under ASC Topic 718, the Company recognizes an expense for the 
fair value of its stock awards at the time of grant and the fair value of its outstanding stock options as they vest, whether held by employees or others. As of December 
31, 2019, all outstanding stock options were vested.

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Use of estimates – The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported 
amounts  of  assets  and  liabilities  and  disclosure  of  contingent  assets  and  liabilities  at  the  date  of  the  financial  statements  and  the  reported  amounts  of revenues  and 
expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

Concentration of cash – During the years ended and at December 31, 2019 and 2018, the Company had a concentration of cash in one bank in excess of prevailing 
Research and development costs – Research and development costs are expensed as incurred and recorded in selling and administrative expenses in the consolidated 
insurance offered through the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation at such institution. Management does not consider the excess deposits to be a significant risk.
statements of operations. The Company incurred approximately $59,000 and $49,000 of research and development costs for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 
2018, respectively.
Fair value of financial instruments – ASC Topic 820, “Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures” defines “fair value” as the price that would be received for an asset 
or paid to transfer a liability (an exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants 
Stock based compensation – The Company records stock-based compensation in accordance with the provisions of Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) 
on the measurement date.
Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) Topic 718, “Accounting for Stock Compensation,” which establishes accounting standards for transactions in which an 
entity exchanges its equity instruments for goods or services. In accordance with guidance provided under ASC Topic 718, the Company recognizes an expense for the 
ASC Topic 820 also sets forth a valuation hierarchy of the inputs (assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability) used to measure fair 
fair value of its stock awards at the time of grant and the fair value of its outstanding stock options as they vest, whether held by employees or others. As of December 
value. The hierarchy prioritizes the three levels of inputs as follows:
31, 2019, all outstanding stock options were vested.

Level 1: Observable inputs that reflect unadjusted quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities traded in active markets.

Use of estimates – The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported 
amounts  of  assets  and  liabilities  and  disclosure  of  contingent  assets  and  liabilities  at  the  date  of  the  financial  statements  and  the  reported  amounts  of revenues  and 
Level 2: Inputs that include quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets; quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in markets 
expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
that are not active; inputs other than quoted prices that are observable for the asset or liability; and inputs that are derived principally from or corroborated by 
observable market data through correlation or other means.
Concentration of cash – During the years ended and at December 31, 2019 and 2018, the Company had a concentration of cash in one bank in excess of prevailing 
insurance offered through the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation at such institution. Management does not consider the excess deposits to be a significant risk.
Level 3: Inputs that are generally unobservable. These inputs may be used with internally developed data in connection with fair value measurements.

Fair value of financial instruments – ASC Topic 820, “Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures” defines “fair value” as the price that would be received for an asset 
The  carrying  amounts  of  the  Company’s  short-term  financial  instruments,  including  cash,  accounts  receivable,  accounts  payable,  certain  accrued  expenses  and 
or paid to transfer a liability (an exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants 
revolving line of credit, approximate their fair value due to the relatively short period to maturity for these instruments. The fair value of long-term debt is based on 
on the measurement date.
current rates at which the Company could borrow funds with similar remaining maturities; the carrying amount of the long-term debt approximates fair value.
ASC Topic 820 also sets forth a valuation hierarchy of the inputs (assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability) used to measure fair 
Impairment of long-lived assets – Potential impairments of long-lived assets are reviewed when events or changes in circumstances indicate a potential impairment 
value. The hierarchy prioritizes the three levels of inputs as follows:
may exist. In accordance with ASC Subtopic 360-10, “Property, Plant and Equipment – Overall,” impairment is determined when estimated future undiscounted cash 
flows associated with an asset are less than the asset’s carrying value.

Level 1: Observable inputs that reflect unadjusted quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities traded in active markets.

Income taxes – The Company records income taxes under the asset and liability method. Under this method, the Company recognizes deferred income tax assets and 
Level 2: Inputs that include quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets; quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in markets 
liabilities  for  the  expected  future  consequences  attributable  to  temporary  differences  between  the  financial  reporting  and  tax  bases  of  assets  and  liabilities.  These 
that are not active; inputs other than quoted prices that are observable for the asset or liability; and inputs that are derived principally from or corroborated by 
differences are measured using tax rates that are expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are recovered or settled. The 
observable market data through correlation or other means.
Company  recognizes in  the  consolidated statements  of operations  the effect on  deferred income  taxes of  a change  in  tax rates in the  period in  which  the change is 
enacted.

Level 3: Inputs that are generally unobservable. These inputs may be used with internally developed data in connection with fair value measurements.

The Company records a valuation allowance when necessary to reduce its deferred tax assets to the net amount that the Company believes is more likely than not to be 
The  carrying  amounts  of  the  Company’s  short-term  financial  instruments,  including  cash,  accounts  receivable,  accounts  payable,  certain  accrued  expenses  and 
realized. The Company considers available evidence, both positive and negative, and use judgments regarding past and future events, including operating results and 
revolving line of credit, approximate their fair value due to the relatively short period to maturity for these instruments. The fair value of long-term debt is based on 
available tax planning strategies, in assessing the need for a valuation allowance.
current rates at which the Company could borrow funds with similar remaining maturities; the carrying amount of the long-term debt approximates fair value.

The Company recognizes tax benefits from uncertain tax positions only if the Company believes that it is more likely than not that the tax positions will be sustained 
Impairment of long-lived assets – Potential impairments of long-lived assets are reviewed when events or changes in circumstances indicate a potential impairment 
on examination by the taxing authorities based on the technical merits of the positions; otherwise, the Company establishes reserves for uncertain tax positions. The 
may exist. In accordance with ASC Subtopic 360-10, “Property, Plant and Equipment – Overall,” impairment is determined when estimated future undiscounted cash 
Company adjusts reserves with respect to uncertain tax positions to address developments related to these positions, such as the closing of a tax audit, the expiration of 
flows associated with an asset are less than the asset’s carrying value.
a statute of limitations or the refinement of an estimate. The provision for income taxes includes any reserves with respect to uncertain tax positions that are considered 
appropriate, as well as the related net interest and penalties. The Company has no uncertain tax positions as of December 31, 2019.
Income taxes – The Company records income taxes under the asset and liability method. Under this method, the Company recognizes deferred income tax assets and 
liabilities  for  the  expected  future  consequences  attributable  to  temporary  differences  between  the  financial  reporting  and  tax  bases  of  assets  and  liabilities.  These 
The Company is no longer subject to income tax examinations for years before 2016. 
differences are measured using tax rates that are expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are recovered or settled. The 
Company  recognizes in  the  consolidated statements  of operations  the effect on  deferred income  taxes of  a change  in  tax rates in the  period in  which  the change is 
enacted.

F-9
The Company records a valuation allowance when necessary to reduce its deferred tax assets to the net amount that the Company believes is more likely than not to be 
realized. The Company considers available evidence, both positive and negative, and use judgments regarding past and future events, including operating results and 
available tax planning strategies, in assessing the need for a valuation allowance.

The Company recognizes tax benefits from uncertain tax positions only if the Company believes that it is more likely than not that the tax positions will be sustained 
on examination by the taxing authorities based on the technical merits of the positions; otherwise, the Company establishes reserves for uncertain tax positions. The 
Company adjusts reserves with respect to uncertain tax positions to address developments related to these positions, such as the closing of a tax audit, the expiration of 
a statute of limitations or the refinement of an estimate. The provision for income taxes includes any reserves with respect to uncertain tax positions that are considered 
appropriate, as well as the related net interest and penalties. The Company has no uncertain tax positions as of December 31, 2019.

The Company is no longer subject to income tax examinations for years before 2016. 

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Intangible assets – The Company’s intangible assets consist of trademarks, trade names, customer lists, product formulas, patents and royalty rights. At December 31, 
2019, The Company had intangible assets with a cost of approximately $3,375,000, of which approximately $2,793,000 have finite lives and approximately $582,000 
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have indefinite lives. The Company amortizes intangible assets with finite lives over the shorter of their estimated useful or legal life. The useful life is reevaluated for 
OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.
each reporting period. The Company evaluates intangible assets with finite and indefinite lives for impairment at least annually or when events or changes in 
circumstances indicate that an impairment may exist. The Company determined that none of its intangible assets were impaired in 2019 or 2018.

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Foreign currency translation – Assets and liabilities of the Company’s Canadian subsidiary are translated from Canadian dollars to United States dollars at exchange 
rates in effect at the balance sheet date. Income and expenses are translated at average exchange rates during the year. The translation adjustments for the reporting 
period are included in the Company’s consolidated statements of comprehensive income, and the cumulative effect of these adjustments are reported in the Company’s 
Intangible assets – The Company’s intangible assets consist of trademarks, trade names, customer lists, product formulas, patents and royalty rights. At December 31, 
consolidated balance sheets as accumulated other comprehensive loss within Shareholders’ Equity.
2019, The Company had intangible assets with a cost of approximately $3,375,000, of which approximately $2,793,000 have finite lives and approximately $582,000 
have indefinite lives. The Company amortizes intangible assets with finite lives over the shorter of their estimated useful or legal life. The useful life is reevaluated for 
Earnings per share – Basic earnings per share are computed by dividing net earnings available to common shareholders by the weighted average number of common 
each reporting period. The Company evaluates intangible assets with finite and indefinite lives for impairment at least annually or when events or changes in 
shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per share are computed assuming the exercise of dilutive stock options under the treasury stock method. See 
circumstances indicate that an impairment may exist. The Company determined that none of its intangible assets were impaired in 2019 or 2018.
Note 13.
Foreign currency translation – Assets and liabilities of the Company’s Canadian subsidiary are translated from Canadian dollars to United States dollars at exchange 
Note 2 – Inventories:
rates in effect at the balance sheet date. Income and expenses are translated at average exchange rates during the year. The translation adjustments for the reporting 
period are included in the Company’s consolidated statements of comprehensive income, and the cumulative effect of these adjustments are reported in the Company’s 
The composition of the Company’s inventories at December 31, 2019 and 2018 are as follows:
consolidated balance sheets as accumulated other comprehensive loss within Shareholders’ Equity.

Earnings per share – Basic earnings per share are computed by dividing net earnings available to common shareholders by the weighted average number of common 
shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per share are computed assuming the exercise of dilutive stock options under the treasury stock method. See 
Raw materials
Note 13.
Finished goods
Inventories, gross
Note 2 – Inventories:
Inventory reserves
The composition of the Company’s inventories at December 31, 2019 and 2018 are as follows:

2019
3,872,752 $
5,926,525
9,799,277

2018
4,320,131
8,049,791
12,369,922

(244,206)

(284,109)

$

Inventories, net

$

Raw materials
The inventory reserves shown in the table above reflect slow moving and obsolete inventory.
Finished goods
Inventories, gross
The Company operates a vendor managed inventory program with one of its customers to improve the promotion of the Company’s products. The Company manages 
the  inventory  levels  at  this  customer’s  warehouses  and  recognizes  revenue  as  the  products  are  sold  by  the  customer.  The  inventories  managed  at  the  customer’s 
Inventory reserves
warehouses, which are included in inventories, net, amounted to approximately $562,000 and $495,000 at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively.

(244,206)

(284,109)

$

9,555,071 $
2019
3,872,752 $
5,926,525
9,799,277

12,085,813
2018
4,320,131
8,049,791
12,369,922

Inventories, net
Note 3 – Property, Plant and Equipment:

$

9,555,071 $

12,085,813

The Company’s property, plant and equipment at December 31, 2019 and 2018 consisted of the following:
The inventory reserves shown in the table above reflect slow moving and obsolete inventory.

$

2018

2019

Estimated
Useful Life

The Company operates a vendor managed inventory program with one of its customers to improve the promotion of the Company’s products. The Company manages 
the  inventory  levels  at  this  customer’s  warehouses  and  recognizes  revenue  as  the  products  are  sold  by  the  customer.  The  inventories  managed  at  the  customer’s 
warehouses, which are included in inventories, net, amounted to approximately $562,000 and $495,000 at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively.
Land
$
Note 3 – Property, Plant and Equipment:
Building and Improvements
Manufacturing and warehouse equipment
The Company’s property, plant and equipment at December 31, 2019 and 2018 consisted of the following:
Office equipment and furniture
Leasehold improvements
Finance leases – right to use
Vehicles
Construction in process
Land
 Property, plant and equipment, gross
Building and Improvements
Manufacturing and warehouse equipment
Less accumulated depreciation
Office equipment and furniture
Leasehold improvements
Property, plant and equipment, net
Finance leases – right to use
Vehicles
The  Company’s  wholly-owned  subsidiary,  KINPAK  Inc.  (“Kinpak”),  has  been  engaged  since  2017  in  a  project  involving  the  expansion  of  its  manufacturing, 
Construction in process
warehouse  and  distribution  facilities  in  Montgomery,  Alabama,  as  well  as  the  purchase  and  installation  of  associated  machinery  and  equipment  (the  “Expansion 
 Property, plant and equipment, gross
Project”). Kinpak has completed the construction of, and placed into service, an approximately 85,000 square foot addition to the facilities and an expansion of a tank 
farm  to  accommodate  an  additional  500,000  gallons  of  tank  capacity.  The  final  phase  of  the  Expansion  Project  entails  the  evaluation,  purchase  and  installation  of 
Less accumulated depreciation
additional equipment. At December 31, 2019, Kinpak has spent an aggregate of approximately $6,117,000 on the Expansion Project. Of that amount, approximately 
$2,654,000 was provided through a $4,500,000 industrial development bond financing, which is described in Note 8.
Property, plant and equipment, net

278,325
9,563,406
10,699,461
1,778,781
577,068
45,951
10,020
142,612
278,325
23,095,624
9,563,406
10,699,461
(13,757,397)
1,778,781
577,068
9,338,227
45,951
10,020
142,612
23,095,624

278,325
9,548,922
10,736,161
1,838,360
577,068
-
10,020
80,682
278,325
23,069,538
9,548,922
10,736,161
(13,420,301)
1,838,360
577,068
9,649,237
-
10,020
80,682
23,069,538

30 years
6-20 years
3-5 years
10-15 years
Estimated
5 years
Useful Life
3 years

30 years
6-20 years
3-5 years
10-15 years
5 years
3 years

(13,757,397)

(13,420,301)

2019

2018

$

$

$

$

$

9,338,227

$

9,649,237

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The  Company’s  wholly-owned  subsidiary,  KINPAK  Inc.  (“Kinpak”),  has  been  engaged  since  2017  in  a  project  involving  the  expansion  of  its  manufacturing, 
warehouse  and  distribution  facilities  in  Montgomery,  Alabama,  as  well  as  the  purchase  and  installation  of  associated  machinery  and  equipment  (the  “Expansion 
Project”). Kinpak has completed the construction of, and placed into service, an approximately 85,000 square foot addition to the facilities and an expansion of a tank 
farm  to  accommodate  an  additional  500,000  gallons  of  tank  capacity.  The  final  phase  of  the  Expansion  Project  entails  the  evaluation,  purchase  and  installation  of 
additional equipment. At December 31, 2019, Kinpak has spent an aggregate of approximately $6,117,000 on the Expansion Project. Of that amount, approximately 
$2,654,000 was provided through a $4,500,000 industrial development bond financing, which is described in Note 8.

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On December 9, 2019, there was a chemical incident at our Kinpak facility. 

The chemical incident damaged some of Kinpak’s manufacturing equipment.  At December 31, 2019, it was determined that manufacturing equipment with a book 
value of $50,520 was no longer useable. The Company recorded a loss for the $50,520 and an offsetting gain and receivable of $50,520 in 2019. The Company is still 
assessing the total property damage from the chemical incident. At the time of this report the Company is unable to make an estimate of the total loss; however the 
Company expects to recover any losses through property insurance, which covers replacement cost.

Note 4 – Leases:

The Company has one operating lease and two finance leases.

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Under the operating lease, the Company leases its executive offices and warehouse facilities in Fort Lauderdale, Florida from an entity controlled by Peter G. Dornau, 
the Company’s Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. The lease, as extended, expires on December 31, 2023. The lease requires an annual minimum base 
rent of $94,800 and provides for a maximum annual 2% increase in subsequent years, although the entity has not raised the minimum base rent since the Company 
entered into a previous lease agreement in 1998. Additionally, the leasing entity is entitled to reimbursement of all taxes, assessments, and any other expenses that arise 
from ownership. Each of the parties to the lease has agreed to review the terms of the lease every three years at the request of the other party. Operating lease expense 
in 2019 was approximately $100,000, compared to rent expense of approximately $97,000 in 2018. At December 31, 2019, the Company has a right to use asset and a 
corresponding liability of $352,190 related to the operating lease. Set forth below is a schedule of future minimum rent payments under the operating lease.

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Years ending December 31,
On December 9, 2019, there was a chemical incident at our Kinpak facility. 

94,800
94,800
The chemical incident damaged some of Kinpak’s manufacturing equipment.  At December 31, 2019, it was determined that manufacturing equipment with a book 
94,800
value of $50,520 was no longer useable. The Company recorded a loss for the $50,520 and an offsetting gain and receivable of $50,520 in 2019. The Company is still 
94,800
assessing the total property damage from the chemical incident. At the time of this report the Company is unable to make an estimate of the total loss; however the 
379,200
Company expects to recover any losses through property insurance, which covers replacement cost.
(27,010)
352,190

2020
2021
2022
2023
Total future minimum lease payments
Less imputed interest
Total operating lease liability

$

$

Note 4 – Leases:

The Company has one operating lease and two finance leases.
The Company’s two finance leases relate to office equipment. See Note 3 for information regarding the Company’s finance lease right to use assets and Note 8 for 
information regarding the finance lease payment schedule.
Under the operating lease, the Company leases its executive offices and warehouse facilities in Fort Lauderdale, Florida from an entity controlled by Peter G. Dornau, 
the Company’s Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. The lease, as extended, expires on December 31, 2023. The lease requires an annual minimum base 
Costs incurred with respect to the Company’s leases during 2019 are set forth below.
rent of $94,800 and provides for a maximum annual 2% increase in subsequent years, although the entity has not raised the minimum base rent since the Company 
entered into a previous lease agreement in 1998. Additionally, the leasing entity is entitled to reimbursement of all taxes, assessments, and any other expenses that arise 
from ownership. Each of the parties to the lease has agreed to review the terms of the lease every three years at the request of the other party. Operating lease expense 
in 2019 was approximately $100,000, compared to rent expense of approximately $97,000 in 2018. At December 31, 2019, the Company has a right to use asset and a 
corresponding liability of $352,190 related to the operating lease. Set forth below is a schedule of future minimum rent payments under the operating lease.
Operating lease expense
Finance lease amortization
Years ending December 31,
Finance lease interest
Total lease expense

Year Ended
December 31,
2019

$

$

$

The remaining lease term with respect to the operating lease, weighted average remaining lease term with respect to the finance leases and discount rate with respect to 
the operating lease and finance leases at December 31, 2019 are set forth below:

2020
2021
2022
2023
Total future minimum lease payments
Less imputed interest
Total operating lease liability

Remaining lease term – operating lease
The Company’s two finance leases relate to office equipment. See Note 3 for information regarding the Company’s finance lease right to use assets and Note 8 for 
Weighted average remaining lease term – finance leases
information regarding the finance lease payment schedule.
3.7%
Discount rate – operating lease
Weighted average discount rate – finance leases
3.0%
Costs incurred with respect to the Company’s leases during 2019 are set forth below.

Operating lease expense
Finance lease amortization
Finance lease interest
Total lease expense

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Year Ended
December 31,
2019

$

$

100,000
22,756
945
123,701

The remaining lease term with respect to the operating lease, weighted average remaining lease term with respect to the finance leases and discount rate with respect to 
the operating lease and finance leases at December 31, 2019 are set forth below:

Remaining lease term – operating lease
Weighted average remaining lease term – finance leases
Discount rate – operating lease
Weighted average discount rate – finance leases

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December 31,
2019
4.0 years
2.6 years

3.7%
3.0%

100,000
22,756
945
94,800
123,701
94,800
94,800
94,800
379,200
(27,010)
December 31,
352,190
2019
4.0 years
2.6 years

$

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The Company’s intangible assets at December 31, 2019 and 2018 consisted of the following:

December 31, 2019 

Intangible Assets
Patents
Trade names and trademarks
Customer list
Product formulas
Royalty rights
Total intangible assets
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Intangible Assets
Patents
Note 5 – Intangible Assets:
Trade names and trademarks
Customer list
The Company’s intangible assets at December 31, 2019 and 2018 consisted of the following:
Product formulas
Royalty rights
December 31, 2019 
Total intangible assets

Cost

622,733
1,715,325
584,468
292,234
160,000
3,374,760

$

$

Cost

622,733
1,649,880
525,663
262,832
160,000
3,221,108

$

$

Accumulated
Amortization
$

Net

492,308 $
587,387
153,319
76,659
115,140
1,424,813 $

130,425
1,127,938
431,149
215,575
44,860
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$

Accumulated
Amortization
$

439,972
561,449
48,186
24,093
97,196
1,170,896
Accumulated
Amortization
$

$

Net

182,761
1,088,431
477,477
238,739
62,804
2,050,212

$

$

Intangible Assets
On December 27, 2019, the Company acquired intangible assets of Check Corporation, a manufacturer and distributer of mildew and humidity control products.
Patents
Trade names and trademarks
The allocated cost of the intangible assets acquired from Check Corporation and their respective useful lives are set forth in the table below:
Customer list
Product formulas
Intangible Assets
Royalty rights
Trademarks and trade names
Total intangible assets
Customer list
Product formulas
December 31, 2018 
Total intangible assets acquired from Check Corporation

492,308 $
587,387
153,319
76,659
115,140
65,445
1,424,813 $
58,805
29,402
153,652

622,733
1,715,325
584,468
292,234
160,000
3,374,760

130,425
1,127,938
431,149
215,575
Life
44,860
5 years
1,949,947
5 years
5 years

Amount

Cost

Net

$
$

$

$

$

On  July  13,  2018,  the  Company  acquired  assets  of  Snappy  Marine,  a  corporation  that  marketed  and  distributed  Snappy  Teak  –  NU®,  a  cleaning  product  for  teak 
Intangible Assets
surfaces on boats principally consisting of intangible assets.
Patents
Trade names and trademarks
The allocated cost of the intangible assets acquired from Snappy Marine and their respective useful lives are set forth in the table below:
Customer list
Product formulas
Intangible Assets
Royalty rights
Trademarks and trade names
Total intangible assets
Customer list
Product formulas
On December 27, 2019, the Company acquired intangible assets of Check Corporation, a manufacturer and distributer of mildew and humidity control products.
Total intangible assets acquired from Snappy Marine

439,972
561,449
48,186
24,093
Amount
97,196
518,755
1,170,896
525,663
262,832
1,307,250

182,761
1,088,431
477,477
238,739
Life
62,804
20 years
2,050,212
5 years
5 years

622,733
1,649,880
525,663
262,832
160,000
3,221,108

Cost

Net

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

Accumulated
Amortization
$

The allocated cost of the intangible assets acquired from Check Corporation and their respective useful lives are set forth in the table below:
Amortization expense related to intangible assets aggregated $253,917 and $154,446 for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively.

Intangible Assets
Trademarks and trade names
Customer list
Product formulas
Total intangible assets acquired from Check Corporation

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Amount

65,445
58,805
29,402
153,652

$

$

Life
5 years
5 years
5 years

On  July  13,  2018,  the  Company  acquired  assets  of  Snappy  Marine,  a  corporation  that  marketed  and  distributed  Snappy  Teak  –  NU®,  a  cleaning  product  for  teak 
surfaces on boats principally consisting of intangible assets.

The allocated cost of the intangible assets acquired from Snappy Marine and their respective useful lives are set forth in the table below:

Intangible Assets
Trademarks and trade names
Customer list
Product formulas
Total intangible assets acquired from Snappy Marine

Amount

518,755
525,663
262,832
1,307,250

$

$

Life
20 years
5 years
5 years

Amortization expense related to intangible assets aggregated $253,917 and $154,446 for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively.

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On  August  31,  2018,  the  Company  and  Regions  Bank  entered  into  a  Business  Loan  Agreement  (the  “Business  Loan  Agreement”),  under  which  the  Company  was 
provided a revolving line of credit. Under the revolving line of credit, the Company may borrow up to the lesser of (i) $6,000,000 or (ii) a borrowing base equal to 85% 
of Eligible Accounts (as defined in the Business Loan Agreement) plus 50% of Eligible Inventory (as defined in the Business Loan Agreement). Interest on amounts 
borrowed under the revolving line of credit is payable monthly at the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.35% per annum, computed on a 365/360 basis. Eligible Accounts 
do not include, among other things, accounts receivable from affiliated entities.

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Outstanding amounts under the revolving line of credit are payable on demand. If no demand is made, the Company may repay and reborrow funds from time to time 
until  expiration  of  the  revolving  line  of  credit  on  August  31,  2021,  at  which  time  all  outstanding  principal  and  interest  will  be  due  and  payable.  The  Company’s 
obligations under the  revolving line  of credit are principally secured by the Company’s  accounts receivable  and inventory. The  Business Loan Agreement includes 
Note 6 – Revolving Line of Credit:
financial covenants requiring that the Company maintain a minimum fixed charge coverage ratio (generally, the ratio of (A) EBITDA for the most recently completed 
four fiscal quarters minus the sum of the Company’s distributions to its shareholders, taxes paid and unfunded capital expenditures during such period to (B) prior year 
On  August  31,  2018,  the  Company  and  Regions  Bank  entered  into  a  Business  Loan  Agreement  (the  “Business  Loan  Agreement”),  under  which  the  Company  was 
current maturities of Company long term debt plus interest expense incurred over the most recently completed four fiscal quarters) of 1.20 to 1, tested quarterly, and a 
provided a revolving line of credit. Under the revolving line of credit, the Company may borrow up to the lesser of (i) $6,000,000 or (ii) a borrowing base equal to 85% 
maximum “debt to cap” ratio (generally, funded debt divided by the sum of net worth and funded debt) of 0.75 to 1, as of the end of each fiscal quarter. For purposes of 
of Eligible Accounts (as defined in the Business Loan Agreement) plus 50% of Eligible Inventory (as defined in the Business Loan Agreement). Interest on amounts 
computing  the  fixed  charge  coverage  ratio,  “EBITDA”  generally  is  defined  as  net  income  before  taxes  and  depreciation  expense  plus  amortization  expense,  plus 
borrowed under the revolving line of credit is payable monthly at the one-month LIBOR rate plus 1.35% per annum, computed on a 365/360 basis. Eligible Accounts 
interest  expense,  plus  non-recurring  and/or  non-cash  losses  and  expenses,  minus  non-recurring  and/or  non-cash  gains  and  income;  “unfunded  capital  expenditures” 
do not include, among other things, accounts receivable from affiliated entities.
generally is defined as capital expenditures made from Company funds other than funds borrowed through term debt incurred to finance such capital expenditures; 
Outstanding amounts under the revolving line of credit are payable on demand. If no demand is made, the Company may repay and reborrow funds from time to time 
“long term debt” generally is defined as “debt instruments with a maturity principal due date of one year or more in length,” including, among other listed contractual 
until  expiration  of  the  revolving  line  of  credit  on  August  31,  2021,  at  which  time  all  outstanding  principal  and  interest  will  be  due  and  payable.  The  Company’s 
debt instruments, “revolving lines of credit” and “capital leases obligations” and “prior year current maturities of long term debt” generally is defined as the principal 
obligations under the  revolving line  of credit are principally secured by the Company’s  accounts receivable  and inventory. The  Business Loan Agreement includes 
portions of long-term debt maturing within one year as listed at the last quarter end of the prior completed four fiscal quarters. At December 31, 2019, the Company 
financial covenants requiring that the Company maintain a minimum fixed charge coverage ratio (generally, the ratio of (A) EBITDA for the most recently completed 
was in compliance with these financial covenants. The revolving line of credit is subject to several events of default, including a decline in the majority shareholder’s 
four fiscal quarters minus the sum of the Company’s distributions to its shareholders, taxes paid and unfunded capital expenditures during such period to (B) prior year 
ownership below 50% of all outstanding shares.
current maturities of Company long term debt plus interest expense incurred over the most recently completed four fiscal quarters) of 1.20 to 1, tested quarterly, and a 
At December 31, 2019 and 2018, the Company had no borrowings under the revolving line of credit provided by the Business Loan Agreement.
maximum “debt to cap” ratio (generally, funded debt divided by the sum of net worth and funded debt) of 0.75 to 1, as of the end of each fiscal quarter. For purposes of 
computing  the  fixed  charge  coverage  ratio,  “EBITDA”  generally  is  defined  as  net  income  before  taxes  and  depreciation  expense  plus  amortization  expense,  plus 
Note 7 – Accrued Expenses Payable:
interest  expense,  plus  non-recurring  and/or  non-cash  losses  and  expenses,  minus  non-recurring  and/or  non-cash  gains  and  income;  “unfunded  capital  expenditures” 
generally is defined as capital expenditures made from Company funds other than funds borrowed through term debt incurred to finance such capital expenditures; 
Accrued expenses payable at December 31, 2019 and 2018 consisted of the following:
“long term debt” generally is defined as “debt instruments with a maturity principal due date of one year or more in length,” including, among other listed contractual 
debt instruments, “revolving lines of credit” and “capital leases obligations” and “prior year current maturities of long term debt” generally is defined as the principal 
portions of long-term debt maturing within one year as listed at the last quarter end of the prior completed four fiscal quarters. At December 31, 2019, the Company 
was in compliance with these financial covenants. The revolving line of credit is subject to several events of default, including a decline in the majority shareholder’s 
Accrued customer promotions
ownership below 50% of all outstanding shares.
Accrued payroll, commissions, and benefits
Other
At December 31, 2019 and 2018, the Company had no borrowings under the revolving line of credit provided by the Business Loan Agreement.

530,957 $
417,629
266,352

485,472
373,895
249,538

2019

2018

$

Note 7 – Accrued Expenses Payable:
Total accrued expenses payable

Accrued expenses payable at December 31, 2019 and 2018 consisted of the following:
Note 8 – Long Term Debt:

Industrial Development Bond Financing

$

1,214,938 $

1,108,905

2019

2018

Accrued customer promotions
On September 26, 2017, Kinpak indirectly obtained a $4,500,000 loan from Regions Capital Advantage, Inc. (the “Lender”). The proceeds of the loan are being used 
Accrued payroll, commissions, and benefits
principally to pay or reimburse costs relating to the Expansion Project.
Other
The loan was funded by the Lender’s purchase of a $4,500,000 industrial development bond (the “Bond”) issued by The Industrial Development Board of the City of 
Montgomery, Alabama (the “IDB”). The Bond is a limited obligation of the IDB and is payable solely out of revenues and receipts derived from the leasing or sale of 
Total accrued expenses payable
Kinpak’s facilities. In this regard, Kinpak is obligated to fund the IDB’s payment obligations by providing rental payments under a lease between the IDB and Kinpak 
(the “Lease”), under which Kinpak leases its facilities from the IDB. Kinpak inherited the lease structure when it first acquired its facilities from its predecessor-in-
Note 8 – Long Term Debt:
interest in 1996. The Lease provides that prior to the maturity date of the Bond, Kinpak may repurchase the facilities for $1,000 if the Bond has been redeemed or fully 
paid.
Industrial Development Bond Financing

530,957 $
417,629
266,352

485,472
373,895
249,538

1,214,938 $

1,108,905

$

$

The Bond bears interest at the rate of 3.07% per annum, calculated on the basis of a 360-day year and the actual number of days elapsed (subject to increase to 6.07% 
On September 26, 2017, Kinpak indirectly obtained a $4,500,000 loan from Regions Capital Advantage, Inc. (the “Lender”). The proceeds of the loan are being used 
per annum upon the occurrence of an event of default), and is payable in 118 monthly installments of $31,324 beginning on November 1, 2017 and ending on August 
principally to pay or reimburse costs relating to the Expansion Project.
1, 2027, with a final principal and interest payment to be made on September 1, 2027 in the amount of $1,799,201. The Bond provides that the interest rate will be 
subject to adjustment if it is determined by the United States Treasury Department, the Internal Revenue Service, or a similar government entity that the interest on the 
The loan was funded by the Lender’s purchase of a $4,500,000 industrial development bond (the “Bond”) issued by The Industrial Development Board of the City of 
Bond is includable in the gross income of the Lender for federal income tax purposes.
Montgomery, Alabama (the “IDB”). The Bond is a limited obligation of the IDB and is payable solely out of revenues and receipts derived from the leasing or sale of 
Kinpak’s facilities. In this regard, Kinpak is obligated to fund the IDB’s payment obligations by providing rental payments under a lease between the IDB and Kinpak 
Under the Lease, Kinpak is required to make rental payments for the account of the IDB to the Lender in such amounts and at such times as are necessary to enable the 
(the “Lease”), under which Kinpak leases its facilities from the IDB. Kinpak inherited the lease structure when it first acquired its facilities from its predecessor-in-
payment of all principal and interest due on the Bond and other charges, if any, payable in respect of the Bond. The Lease also provides that Kinpak may redeem the 
interest in 1996. The Lease provides that prior to the maturity date of the Bond, Kinpak may repurchase the facilities for $1,000 if the Bond has been redeemed or fully 
Bond,  in  whole  or  in  part,  by  prepaying  its  rental  payment  obligations  in  an  amount  sufficient  to  effect  the  redemption.  In  addition,  the  Lease  contains  provisions 
paid.
relating to the Expansion Project, including limitations on utilization of Bond proceeds, deposit of unused proceeds into a custodial account (as described below) and 
investment of monies held in the custodial account.
The Bond bears interest at the rate of 3.07% per annum, calculated on the basis of a 360-day year and the actual number of days elapsed (subject to increase to 6.07% 
per annum upon the occurrence of an event of default), and is payable in 118 monthly installments of $31,324 beginning on November 1, 2017 and ending on August 
1, 2027, with a final principal and interest payment to be made on September 1, 2027 in the amount of $1,799,201. The Bond provides that the interest rate will be 
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subject to adjustment if it is determined by the United States Treasury Department, the Internal Revenue Service, or a similar government entity that the interest on the 
Bond is includable in the gross income of the Lender for federal income tax purposes.

Under the Lease, Kinpak is required to make rental payments for the account of the IDB to the Lender in such amounts and at such times as are necessary to enable the 
payment of all principal and interest due on the Bond and other charges, if any, payable in respect of the Bond. The Lease also provides that Kinpak may redeem the 
Bond,  in  whole  or  in  part,  by  prepaying  its  rental  payment  obligations  in  an  amount  sufficient  to  effect  the  redemption.  In  addition,  the  Lease  contains  provisions 
relating to the Expansion Project, including limitations on utilization of Bond proceeds, deposit of unused proceeds into a custodial account (as described below) and 
investment of monies held in the custodial account.

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Payment  of  amounts  due  and  payable  under  the  Bond  and  other  related  agreements  are  guaranteed  by  the  Company  and  its  other  consolidated  subsidiaries.  In 
connection with a guarantee agreement under which the Company provided its guarantee, the Company is subject to certain covenants, including financial covenants 
requiring  that  the  Company  maintain  (i)  a  minimum  fixed  charge  ratio  (generally,  the  ratio  of  (A)  EBITDA  minus  the  sum  of  Company’s  distributions  to  its 
shareholders, taxes paid and unfunded capital expenditures to (B) current maturities of Company long-term debt plus interest expense) of 1.2 to 1, tested quarterly, and 
(ii)  a  ratio  of  funded  debt  (as  defined  in  the  guaranty  agreement)  divided  by  the  sum  of  net  worth  and  funded  debt  of  0.75  to  1,  tested  quarterly.  For  purposes  of 
computing  the  fixed  charge  coverage  ratio,  “EBITDA”  generally  is  defined  as  net  income  before  taxes  and  depreciation  expense  plus  amortization  expense,  plus 
interest  expense,  plus  non-recurring  and/or  non-cash  losses  and  expenses,  minus  non-recurring  and/or  non-cash  gains  and  income;  “unfunded  capital  expenditures” 
generally is defined as capital expenditures made from Company funds other than funds borrowed through term debt incurred to finance such capital expenditures. At 
December 31, 2019, the Company was in compliance with these financial covenants.

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Through  December 31, 2019, of the $4,500,000 proceeds of the Bond sale, approximately $2,654,000 has been  applied to reimburse  Kinpak for Expansion Project 
Payment  of  amounts  due  and  payable  under  the  Bond  and  other  related  agreements  are  guaranteed  by  the  Company  and  its  other  consolidated  subsidiaries.  In 
expenditures and approximately $54,000 was paid directly to other parties for certain transaction costs. The remaining amount is held in a custodial account and may 
connection with a guarantee agreement under which the Company provided its guarantee, the Company is subject to certain covenants, including financial covenants 
be drawn by Kinpak from time to time to fund additional expenditures related to the Expansion Project. Because the Lease contains limitations on the manner in which 
requiring  that  the  Company  maintain  (i)  a  minimum  fixed  charge  ratio  (generally,  the  ratio  of  (A)  EBITDA  minus  the  sum  of  Company’s  distributions  to  its 
Kinpak may utilize funds held in the custodial account, such funds are classified as restricted cash on the Company’s balance sheets.
shareholders, taxes paid and unfunded capital expenditures to (B) current maturities of Company long-term debt plus interest expense) of 1.2 to 1, tested quarterly, and 
(ii)  a  ratio  of  funded  debt  (as  defined  in  the  guaranty  agreement)  divided  by  the  sum  of  net  worth  and  funded  debt  of  0.75  to  1,  tested  quarterly.  For  purposes  of 
The  Company  incurred debt  financing  costs of  $196,095  in  connection  with  the  financing. These  costs  are  shown  as a  reduction  of  the  debt  balance  and  are  being 
computing  the  fixed  charge  coverage  ratio,  “EBITDA”  generally  is  defined  as  net  income  before  taxes  and  depreciation  expense  plus  amortization  expense,  plus 
amortized under the effective interest method.
interest  expense,  plus  non-recurring  and/or  non-cash  losses  and  expenses,  minus  non-recurring  and/or  non-cash  gains  and  income;  “unfunded  capital  expenditures” 
generally is defined as capital expenditures made from Company funds other than funds borrowed through term debt incurred to finance such capital expenditures. At 
Other Long- Term Obligations
December 31, 2019, the Company was in compliance with these financial covenants.

In  connection  with  the  Company’s  agreement  to  purchase  assets  of  Snappy  Marine,  the  Company  provided  to  Snappy  Marine  a  promissory  note  in  the  amount  of 
Through  December 31, 2019, of the $4,500,000 proceeds of the Bond sale, approximately $2,654,000 has been  applied to reimburse  Kinpak for Expansion Project 
$1,000,000,  including  interest  (of  the  $1,000,000  amount  of  the  promissory  note,  $930,528  was  recorded  as  principal,  and  the  remaining  $69,472,  representing  an 
expenditures and approximately $54,000 was paid directly to other parties for certain transaction costs. The remaining amount is held in a custodial account and may 
imputed interest rate of 2.87% per annum, is being recorded as interest expense over the term of the note). The note is payable in equal installments of $16,667 over a 
be drawn by Kinpak from time to time to fund additional expenditures related to the Expansion Project. Because the Lease contains limitations on the manner in which 
60-month period that commenced on August 1, 2018, with a final payment due and payable on July 1, 2023. If the note is prepaid in full, the entire outstanding balance 
Kinpak may utilize funds held in the custodial account, such funds are classified as restricted cash on the Company’s balance sheets.
of the note (including all unpaid amounts allocated to interest over the remaining term of the note) must be paid.

The  Company  incurred debt  financing  costs of  $196,095  in  connection  with  the  financing. These  costs  are  shown  as a  reduction  of  the  debt  balance  and  are  being 
In connection with the Company’s agreement to purchase assets of Check Corporation, the Company agreed to pay Check Corporation $100,000 in equal installments 
amortized under the effective interest method.
of approximately $4,348 over a 23-month period that commenced on January 15, 2020 with a final payment due and payable on November 15, 2021. The Company 
recorded $97,012 as principal, and the remaining $2,988, representing an imputed interest rate of 3.15% per annum, will be recorded as interest expense over the 23 
Other Long- Term Obligations
months).

In  connection  with  the  Company’s  agreement  to  purchase  assets  of  Snappy  Marine,  the  Company  provided  to  Snappy  Marine  a  promissory  note  in  the  amount  of 
At December 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, the Company was obligated under lease agreements covering equipment utilized in the Company’s operations. The 
$1,000,000,  including  interest  (of  the  $1,000,000  amount  of  the  promissory  note,  $930,528  was  recorded  as  principal,  and  the  remaining  $69,472,  representing  an 
equipment  leases,  aggregating  approximately  $26,000  and  $31,000  at  December  31,  2019  and  December  31,  2018,  respectively,  have  maturities  through  2024  and 
imputed interest rate of 2.87% per annum, is being recorded as interest expense over the term of the note). The note is payable in equal installments of $16,667 over a 
carry interest rates ranging from 2% to 4% per annum. The equipment leases are classified as finance leases. During 2019 and 2018, the Company paid approximately 
60-month period that commenced on August 1, 2018, with a final payment due and payable on July 1, 2023. If the note is prepaid in full, the entire outstanding balance 
$23,701 ($22,756 principal and $945 interest) and $20,000 ($19,237 principal and $763 interest), respectively, under the lease agreements.
of the note (including all unpaid amounts allocated to interest over the remaining term of the note) must be paid.

The following table provides information regarding the Company’s long-term debt at December 31, 2019 and 2018:
In connection with the Company’s agreement to purchase assets of Check Corporation, the Company agreed to pay Check Corporation $100,000 in equal installments 
of approximately $4,348 over a 23-month period that commenced on January 15, 2020 with a final payment due and payable on November 15, 2021. The Company 
recorded $97,012 as principal, and the remaining $2,988, representing an imputed interest rate of 3.15% per annum, will be recorded as interest expense over the 23 
months).

Long Term Portion

Current Portion

Obligations related to industrial development bond financing
At December 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018, the Company was obligated under lease agreements covering equipment utilized in the Company’s operations. The 
Note payable related to Snappy Marine asset acquisition
equipment  leases,  aggregating  approximately  $26,000  and  $31,000  at  December  31,  2019  and  December  31,  2018,  respectively,  have  maturities  through  2024  and 
Obligation related to Check Corporation asset acquisition
carry interest rates ranging from 2% to 4% per annum. The equipment leases are classified as finance leases. During 2019 and 2018, the Company paid approximately 
Equipment leases
$23,701 ($22,756 principal and $945 interest) and $20,000 ($19,237 principal and $763 interest), respectively, under the lease agreements.
Total principal of long- term debt
The following table provides information regarding the Company’s long-term debt at December 31, 2019 and 2018:
Debt issuance costs
Total long- term debt

247,985 $
177,701
-
19,593
445,279
(19,616)
425,663 $

11,596
4,666,126
(152,021)
4,514,105

255,471 $
182,869
49,930
14,823
503,093
(19,616)
483,477 $
Current Portion

$

$

December 31,
2018
3,974,256
680,274

$

December 31, 
2019
3,718,785
497,405
47,082
11,312
4,274,584
(132,405)
4,142,179
Long Term Portion

$

December 31, 
2019

December 31, 
2018

Required principal payments under the Company’s industrial development bond financing and other long- term obligations are set forth below:

December 31, 
2019

December 31, 
2018

Obligations related to industrial development bond financing
Year ending December 31,
Note payable related to Snappy Marine asset acquisition
Obligation related to Check Corporation asset acquisition
Equipment leases
Total principal of long- term debt
Debt issuance costs
Total long- term debt

2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Thereafter
Total

$

$

255,471 $
182,869
49,930
14,823
503,093
(19,616)
483,477 $

December 31, 
2019
3,718,785
497,405
47,082
11,312
4,274,584
(132,405)
4,142,179

247,985 $
177,701
-
19,593
445,279
(19,616)
425,663 $

$

December 31,
2018
3,974,256
680,274
503,093
502,493
11,596
469,337
4,666,126
399,954
(152,021)
290,342
2,612,458
4,514,105
4,777,677

$

$

$

Required principal payments under the Company’s industrial development bond financing and other long- term obligations are set forth below:

Year ending December 31,

2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Thereafter
Total

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F-14

$

$

503,093
502,493
469,337
399,954
290,342
2,612,458
4,777,677

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Note 9 – Income Taxes:

The components of the Company’s provision for income taxes for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 are as follows:

Federal – current
Federal – deferred
State – current
State – deferred
Total provision for income taxes

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The reconciliation of the provision for income taxes at the statutory rate to the reported provision for income taxes is as follows:

Note 9 – Income Taxes:
Income Tax computed at statutory rate
21.0% $
State tax, net of federal benefit
0.8%
The components of the Company’s provision for income taxes for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 are as follows:
(0.0)%
Share based compensation
0.3%
Permanent adjustments
Tax credits and other
0.1%
Federal – current
Provision for income taxes
22.2% $
Federal – deferred
State – current
The Company’s deferred tax liability consisted of the following at December 31, 2019 and 2018:
State – deferred
Total provision for income taxes

943,891
33,954
(1,149)
11,911
7,397
996,004

$

$

2019

%

2019

2018

636,046
921,954 $
120,760
29,628
28,530
43,025
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5,694
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791,030
996,004 $

$

$

2018

%

753,119
22,468
(1,233)
14,040
2019
2,636
921,954 $
791,030
29,628
43,025
1,397
996,004 $

$

$
2019

2018

21.0%
0.6%
(0.0)%
0.4%
0.1%
636,046
22.1%
120,760
28,530
5,694
791,030

2018

$

$

$

$

$

%

%

2018

2019

943,891
33,954
(1,149)
11,911
7,397
996,004

21.0% $
0.8%
$
(0.0)%
0.3%
0.1%
22.2% $

53,701
35,541
(400,616)
753,119
(311,374)
22,468
(1,233)
14,040
2,636
791,030

62,475
37,645
(380,469)
21.0%
(280,349)
0.6%
(0.0)%
0.4%
0.1%
22.1%

The reconciliation of the provision for income taxes at the statutory rate to the reported provision for income taxes is as follows:
Deferred tax liability
Inventory reserves
Trade accounts receivable allowances
Depreciation and amortization
Income Tax computed at statutory rate
Total net deferred tax liability
State tax, net of federal benefit
Share based compensation
Permanent adjustments
Note 10 – Related Party Transactions:
Tax credits and other
Provision for income taxes
The Company  sells  products to  companies  affiliated  with Peter  G.  Dornau,  who is the  Company’s  Chairman,  President  and  Chief Executive Officer. The affiliated 
companies resell, outside of the United States and Canada, products they purchase from the Company. The Company also provides administrative services to these 
companies  and  pays  certain  business  related  expenditures  for  the  affiliated  companies,  for  which  the  Company  is  reimbursed.  Sales  to  the  affiliated  companies 
The Company’s deferred tax liability consisted of the following at December 31, 2019 and 2018:
aggregated  approximately  $1,788,000  and  $2,190,000  for  the  years  ended  December  31,  2019  and  2018,  respectively;  fees  for  administrative  services  aggregated 
approximately $779,000 and $760,000, respectively; and amounts billed to the affiliated companies to reimburse the Company for business related expenditures made 
on  behalf  of  the  affiliated  companies  aggregated  approximately  $113,000  and  $151,000  during  the  years  ended  December  31,  2019  and  2018,  respectively.  The 
Deferred tax liability
Company  had  accounts  receivable  from  the  affiliated  companies  in  connection  with  the  product  sales,  administrative  services  and  business-related  expenditures 
Inventory reserves
aggregating approximately $962,000 and $1,046,000 at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively.
Trade accounts receivable allowances
Depreciation and amortization
An entity that is owned by the Company’s Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer provides several services to the Company.  Under this arrangement, the 
Total net deferred tax liability
Company paid the entity an aggregate of $94,000 ($42,000 for research and development, $31,000 for charter boat services that the Company used to provide sales 
incentives  for  customers  and  $21,000  for  the  production  of  television  commercials)  and  $77,000  ($42,000  for  research  and  development,  $14,000  for  charter  boat 
services that the Company used to provide sales incentives for customers, and $21,000 for the production of television commercials) for the years ended December 31, 
Note 10 – Related Party Transactions:
2019  and  2018,  respectively.  Expenditures  for  the  research  and  development  services  are  included  in  the  consolidated  statements  of  operations  within  selling  and 
administrative expenses. Expenditures for the charter boat services and television production services are included in the consolidated statements of operations within 
The Company  sells  products to  companies  affiliated  with Peter  G.  Dornau,  who is the  Company’s  Chairman,  President  and  Chief Executive Officer. The affiliated 
advertising and promotion expenses.
companies resell, outside of the United States and Canada, products they purchase from the Company. The Company also provides administrative services to these 
companies  and  pays  certain  business  related  expenditures  for  the  affiliated  companies,  for  which  the  Company  is  reimbursed.  Sales  to  the  affiliated  companies 
The Company leases office and warehouse facilities in Fort Lauderdale, Florida from an entity controlled by its Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. See 
aggregated  approximately  $1,788,000  and  $2,190,000  for  the  years  ended  December  31,  2019  and  2018,  respectively;  fees  for  administrative  services  aggregated 
Note 4 for a description of the lease terms.
approximately $779,000 and $760,000, respectively; and amounts billed to the affiliated companies to reimburse the Company for business related expenditures made 
on  behalf  of  the  affiliated  companies  aggregated  approximately  $113,000  and  $151,000  during  the  years  ended  December  31,  2019  and  2018,  respectively.  The 
A director of the Company is Regional Executive Vice President of an insurance broker through which the Company sources most of its insurance needs. During the 
Company  had  accounts  receivable  from  the  affiliated  companies  in  connection  with  the  product  sales,  administrative  services  and  business-related  expenditures 
years  ended  December  31,  2019  and  2018,  the  Company  paid  an  aggregate  of  approximately  $1,424,000  and  $1,261,000,  respectively,  in  insurance  premiums  on 
aggregating approximately $962,000 and $1,046,000 at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively.
policies obtained through the insurance broker.
An entity that is owned by the Company’s Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer provides several services to the Company.  Under this arrangement, the 
Company paid the entity an aggregate of $94,000 ($42,000 for research and development, $31,000 for charter boat services that the Company used to provide sales 
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incentives  for  customers  and  $21,000  for  the  production  of  television  commercials)  and  $77,000  ($42,000  for  research  and  development,  $14,000  for  charter  boat 
services that the Company used to provide sales incentives for customers, and $21,000 for the production of television commercials) for the years ended December 31, 
2019  and  2018,  respectively.  Expenditures  for  the  research  and  development  services  are  included  in  the  consolidated  statements  of  operations  within  selling  and 
administrative expenses. Expenditures for the charter boat services and television production services are included in the consolidated statements of operations within 
advertising and promotion expenses.

53,701
35,541
(400,616)
(311,374)

62,475
37,645
(380,469)
(280,349)

2019

2018

$

$

$

$

The Company leases office and warehouse facilities in Fort Lauderdale, Florida from an entity controlled by its Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. See 
Note 4 for a description of the lease terms.

A director of the Company is Regional Executive Vice President of an insurance broker through which the Company sources most of its insurance needs. During the 
years  ended  December  31,  2019  and  2018,  the  Company  paid  an  aggregate  of  approximately  $1,424,000  and  $1,261,000,  respectively,  in  insurance  premiums  on 
policies obtained through the insurance broker.

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Note 11 – Stock Options and Awards:

On May  29,  2015,  the  Company’s  shareholders  approved  the Ocean  Bio-Chem,  Inc. 2015 Equity  Compensation  Plan  (the  “Plan”).  The  Plan  provides  for  grants of 
several types of awards at the discretion of the Equity Grant Committee of the Company’s Board of Directors, including stock options, stock units, stock awards, stock 
appreciation rights and other stock-based awards. The Plan authorizes the issuance of 630,000 shares of Company common stock, subject to anti-dilution adjustments 
upon the occurrence of certain events affecting the common stock. During 2019 and 2018, the Company granted stock awards under the Plan aggregating 83,000 and 
81,400  shares  of  common  stock,  respectively,  to  officers,  key  employees,  and  directors.  Following  the  withholding  of  an  aggregate  of  6,310  and  6,299  shares  of 
common stock, respectively, in connection with a tax withholding feature of the Plan, 76,690 and 75,101 shares were issued to the award recipients, during 2019 and 
2018, respectively. The shares vested immediately upon issuance and were fully expensed in the period in which they were awarded. Compensation expense related to 
the stock awards was $275,540 and $330,823 in 2019 and 2018, respectively. The value of the shares the Company withheld for taxes related to the stock awards was 
$20,949 and $25,794 in 2019 and 2018, respectively. At December 31, 2019, 179,000 shares remained available for future issuance under the Plan.  As a result of the 
adoption  of  the  Plan,  no  further  stock  awards  will  be  made  under  the  Company’s  equity  compensation  plans  previously  approved  by  its  shareholders  (the  “Prior 
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Prior to the May 29, 2015 effective date of the Plan, stock options were granted under the Prior Plans. Only non-qualified options granted under the Prior Plans were 
outstanding  on  December  31,  2019.  Outstanding  non-qualified  options  were  granted  to  outside  directors,  have  a  10-year  term  from  the  date  of  grant  and  are 
immediately exercisable. The last tranche of non-qualified options previously granted terminate on April 25, 2020. There was no compensation expense attributable to 
stock  options  recognized  during  2019  and  2018,  and  at  December  31,  2019  and  2018,  there  was  no  unrecognized  compensation  cost  related  to  share  based 
compensation arrangements
Note 11 – Stock Options and Awards:

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During 2019, stock options to purchase an aggregate of 30,000 shares of common stock were exercised. The Company received a total of $13,799, withheld 2,072 
On May  29,  2015,  the  Company’s  shareholders  approved  the Ocean  Bio-Chem,  Inc. 2015 Equity  Compensation  Plan  (the  “Plan”).  The  Plan  provides  for  grants of 
shares in connection with the net exercise feature of the stock options and issued an aggregate of 27,928 shares to the option holders who exercised their options.
several types of awards at the discretion of the Equity Grant Committee of the Company’s Board of Directors, including stock options, stock units, stock awards, stock 
appreciation rights and other stock-based awards. The Plan authorizes the issuance of 630,000 shares of Company common stock, subject to anti-dilution adjustments 
During 2018, a former director exercised a stock option to purchase 10,000 shares of common stock. The Company withheld 1,490 shares in connection with the net 
upon the occurrence of certain events affecting the common stock. During 2019 and 2018, the Company granted stock awards under the Plan aggregating 83,000 and 
exercise of the stock option by the former director and issued 8,510 shares to the former director.
81,400  shares  of  common  stock,  respectively,  to  officers,  key  employees,  and  directors.  Following  the  withholding  of  an  aggregate  of  6,310  and  6,299  shares  of 
common stock, respectively, in connection with a tax withholding feature of the Plan, 76,690 and 75,101 shares were issued to the award recipients, during 2019 and 
In 2010, the Company granted, under its 2008 Non-Qualified Stock Option Plan, stock options to purchase 20,000 shares of its common stock at an exercise price per 
2018, respectively. The shares vested immediately upon issuance and were fully expensed in the period in which they were awarded. Compensation expense related to 
share of $2.07 that remained outstanding at December 31, 2019. The stock options expire on April 25, 2020.
the stock awards was $275,540 and $330,823 in 2019 and 2018, respectively. The value of the shares the Company withheld for taxes related to the stock awards was 
$20,949 and $25,794 in 2019 and 2018, respectively. At December 31, 2019, 179,000 shares remained available for future issuance under the Plan.  As a result of the 
The following table provides information relating to stock option transactions during the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:
adoption  of  the  Plan,  no  further  stock  awards  will  be  made  under  the  Company’s  equity  compensation  plans  previously  approved  by  its  shareholders  (the  “Prior 
Plans”).

2019

2018

Prior to the May 29, 2015 effective date of the Plan, stock options were granted under the Prior Plans. Only non-qualified options granted under the Prior Plans were 
outstanding  on  December  31,  2019.  Outstanding  non-qualified  options  were  granted  to  outside  directors,  have  a  10-year  term  from  the  date  of  grant  and  are 
immediately exercisable. The last tranche of non-qualified options previously granted terminate on April 25, 2020. There was no compensation expense attributable to 
stock  options  recognized  during  2019  and  2018,  and  at  December  31,  2019  and  2018,  there  was  no  unrecognized  compensation  cost  related  to  share  based 
compensation arrangements
Options outstanding beginning of the year
1.15
Options exercised
0.69
During 2019, stock options to purchase an aggregate of 30,000 shares of common stock were exercised. The Company received a total of $13,799, withheld 2,072 
Total
1.24
shares in connection with the net exercise feature of the stock options and issued an aggregate of 27,928 shares to the option holders who exercised their options.

50,000 $
(30,000)
20,000 $

60,000 $
(10,000)
50,000 $

Weighted
Average
Exercise
Price

Weighted
Average
Exercise
Price

1.24
0.69
2.07

Shares

Shares

Note 12 – Major Customers:
During 2018, a former director exercised a stock option to purchase 10,000 shares of common stock. The Company withheld 1,490 shares in connection with the net 
exercise of the stock option by the former director and issued 8,510 shares to the former director.
The Company had net sales to each of three major customers that constituted in excess of 10% of the Company’s consolidated net sales for the year ended December 
31,  2019. Net  sales  to  these  three  customers  respectively  represented  approximately  43.2%  (21.7%,  11.2%,  and  10.3%  of  consolidated  net  sales  for  the  year  ended 
In 2010, the Company granted, under its 2008 Non-Qualified Stock Option Plan, stock options to purchase 20,000 shares of its common stock at an exercise price per 
December 31, 2019. The Company had net sales to each of two major customers that constituted in excess of 10% of the Company’s consolidated net sales for the year 
share of $2.07 that remained outstanding at December 31, 2019. The stock options expire on April 25, 2020.
ended December 31, 2018. Net sales to these two customers respectively represented approximately 33.1% (21.7% and 11.4%) of consolidated net sales for the year 
ended December 31, 2018.
The following table provides information relating to stock option transactions during the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:

At  December  31,  2019,  three  customers  constituted  at  least  10%  of  the  Company’s  gross  trade  accounts  receivable,  and  at  December  31,  2018  two  customers 
constituted  in  excess  of  10%  of  the  Company’s  gross  trade  accounts  receivable.  The  gross  trade  accounts  receivable  balances  for  these  customers  represented 
approximately  56.8%  (28.0%,  15.3%,  and  13.5%,  respectively)  of  the  Company’s  gross  trade  accounts  receivable  at  December  31,  2019,  and  41.0%  (25.2%  and 
15.8%, respectively) of the Company’s gross trade accounts receivable at December 31, 2018.

2019

2018

Weighted
Average
Exercise
Price

1.24
0.69
2.07

Shares

60,000 $
(10,000)
50,000 $

Weighted
Average
Exercise
Price

1.15
0.69
1.24

Options outstanding beginning of the year
Options exercised
Total

Note 12 – Major Customers:

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Shares

50,000 $
(30,000)
20,000 $

The Company had net sales to each of three major customers that constituted in excess of 10% of the Company’s consolidated net sales for the year ended December 
31,  2019. Net  sales  to  these  three  customers  respectively  represented  approximately  43.2%  (21.7%,  11.2%,  and  10.3%  of  consolidated  net  sales  for  the  year  ended 
December 31, 2019. The Company had net sales to each of two major customers that constituted in excess of 10% of the Company’s consolidated net sales for the year 
ended December 31, 2018. Net sales to these two customers respectively represented approximately 33.1% (21.7% and 11.4%) of consolidated net sales for the year 
ended December 31, 2018.

At  December  31,  2019,  three  customers  constituted  at  least  10%  of  the  Company’s  gross  trade  accounts  receivable,  and  at  December  31,  2018  two  customers 
constituted  in  excess  of  10%  of  the  Company’s  gross  trade  accounts  receivable.  The  gross  trade  accounts  receivable  balances  for  these  customers  represented 
approximately  56.8%  (28.0%,  15.3%,  and  13.5%,  respectively)  of  the  Company’s  gross  trade  accounts  receivable  at  December  31,  2019,  and  41.0%  (25.2%  and 
15.8%, respectively) of the Company’s gross trade accounts receivable at December 31, 2018.

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Note 13 – Earnings Per Share:

Basic earnings per share are calculated by dividing net income by the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the reporting period. Diluted earnings per 
share reflect additional dilution from potential common stock issuable upon the exercise of outstanding stock options. The following table sets forth the computation of 
basic  and  diluted  earnings  per  common  share,  as  well  as  a  reconciliation  of  the  weighted  average  number  of  common  shares  outstanding  to  the  weighted  average 
number of shares outstanding on a diluted basis.

Earnings per common share –Basic

Net income

Weighted average number of common shares outstanding

Earnings per common share – Basic

Earnings per common share – Diluted

Net income

Weighted average number of common shares outstanding

Dilutive effect of employee stock-based awards
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Earnings per common share – Diluted

Years Ended December 31,

2019

2018

3,498,714 $

2,795,249

9,391,264

9,279,872

0.37 $

0.30

3,498,714 $

2,795,249

9,391,264

9,279,872

8,170
9,399,434

39,231
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0.37 $

0.30

$

$

$

$

The Company had no stock options outstanding at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively that were anti-dilutive and therefore not included in the diluted earnings 
per common share calculation.
Note 13 – Earnings Per Share:

Note 14 – Cash Dividends:
Basic earnings per share are calculated by dividing net income by the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the reporting period. Diluted earnings per 
share reflect additional dilution from potential common stock issuable upon the exercise of outstanding stock options. The following table sets forth the computation of 
On March 22, 2019, the Company’s Board of Directors declared a special cash dividend of $0.05 per common share payable on April 19, 2019 to all shareholders of 
basic  and  diluted  earnings  per  common  share,  as  well  as  a  reconciliation  of  the  weighted  average  number  of  common  shares  outstanding  to  the  weighted  average 
record on April 5, 2019. There were 9,366,119 shares of common stock outstanding on April 5, 2019; therefore, dividends aggregating $468,306 were paid on April 19, 
number of shares outstanding on a diluted basis.
2019.

On March 19, 2018, the Company’s Board of Directors declared a special cash dividend of $0.06 per common share payable on April 16, 2018 to all shareholders of 
record on April 2, 2018. There were 9,254,580 shares of common stock outstanding on April 2, 2018; therefore, dividends aggregating $555,275 were paid on April 16, 
Earnings per common share –Basic
2018.

2018

2019

Years Ended December 31,

Net income

Weighted average number of common shares outstanding

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Earnings per common share – Basic

Earnings per common share – Diluted

Net income

Weighted average number of common shares outstanding

Dilutive effect of employee stock-based awards
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding – Diluted

Earnings per common share – Diluted

$

$

$

$

3,498,714 $

2,795,249

9,391,264

9,279,872

0.37 $

0.30

3,498,714 $

2,795,249

9,391,264

9,279,872

8,170
9,399,434

39,231
9,319,103

0.37 $

0.30

The Company had no stock options outstanding at December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively that were anti-dilutive and therefore not included in the diluted earnings 
per common share calculation.

Note 14 – Cash Dividends:

On March 22, 2019, the Company’s Board of Directors declared a special cash dividend of $0.05 per common share payable on April 19, 2019 to all shareholders of 
record on April 5, 2019. There were 9,366,119 shares of common stock outstanding on April 5, 2019; therefore, dividends aggregating $468,306 were paid on April 19, 
2019.

On March 19, 2018, the Company’s Board of Directors declared a special cash dividend of $0.06 per common share payable on April 16, 2018 to all shareholders of 
record on April 2, 2018. There were 9,254,580 shares of common stock outstanding on April 2, 2018; therefore, dividends aggregating $555,275 were paid on April 16, 
2018.

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Note -15 – Recent Accounting Pronouncements:

Accounting Guidance Adopted by the Company

In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, “Leases” (Topic 842). Under this new guidance, lessees (including lessees under leases classified as finance leases, 
which are to be classified based on criteria similar to that applicable to capital leases under the previous guidance, and leases classified as operating leases) recognize a 
right-to-use  asset  and  a  lease  liability  on  the  balance  sheet,  initially  measured  as  the  present  value  of  lease  payments  under  the  lease.  Under  previous  guidance, 
operating leases were not recognized on the balance sheet. The Company adopted ASU 2016-02 on January 1, 2019 utilizing a modified retrospective method, under 
which the Company recorded an immaterial cumulative adjustment to retained earnings rather than retrospectively adjusting prior periods. As a result, the Company’s 
balance  sheet  presentation  at  December  31,  2019  is  not  comparable  to  the  presentation  at  December  31,  2018.   The  adoption  of  ASU  2016-02  resulted  in  the 
recognition of approximately $432,000 as an operating lease right to use asset and a corresponding operating lease liability, and the reclassification of office equipment 
with a net book value of approximately $27,000 to a finance lease – right to use asset within property, plant and equipment.

As permitted under the new guidance, the Company has made an accounting policy election not to apply the recognition provisions of the new guidance to short term 
leases (leases with a lease term of 12 months or less that do not include an option to purchase the underlying asset that the lessee is reasonably certain to exercise); 
instead, the Company will recognize the lease payments for short term leases on a straight-line basis over the lease term. The Company did not have any short- term 
leases at December 31, 2019.

Accounting Guidance Not Yet Adopted by the Company

In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-13, “Financial Instruments – Credit Losses,” which replaces the “incurred loss” model under current GAAP with a forward-
looking “expected loss” model, principally in connection with financial assets subject to credit losses. Under current GAAP, an entity reflects credit losses on financial 
assets measured on an amortized cost basis only when it is probable that losses have been incurred, generally considering only past events and current conditions in 
making these determinations. The guidance under ASU 2016-13 prospectively replaces this approach with a forward-looking methodology that reflects the expected 
credit losses over the lives of financial assets, beginning when such assets are first acquired. Under the expected loss model, credit losses will be measured based not 
only on past events and current conditions, but also on reasonable and supportable forecasts that affect the collectability of financial assets. The guidance also expands 
disclosure requirements. The guidance is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2019. Early adoption is 
permitted as of January 1, 2019. The Company is currently evaluating the impact the adoption of this new standard will have on the Company’s consolidated financial 
statements. 

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On March 16, 2020, the Company received an initial payment of $411,657 from our insurance company to cover our initial losses from a chemical incident at our 
Kinpak facility. The $411,657 was for the manufacturing equipment determined to be damaged in 2020.   We are still evaluating the overall damage to equipment; 
however, we do not expect the loss to be in excess of our insurance recovery.   Any gain or loss from the chemical incident will be recognized in a future period.

Note -15 – Recent Accounting Pronouncements:

Accounting Guidance Adopted by the Company

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In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, “Leases” (Topic 842). Under this new guidance, lessees (including lessees under leases classified as finance leases, 
which are to be classified based on criteria similar to that applicable to capital leases under the previous guidance, and leases classified as operating leases) recognize a 
right-to-use  asset  and  a  lease  liability  on  the  balance  sheet,  initially  measured  as  the  present  value  of  lease  payments  under  the  lease.  Under  previous  guidance, 
operating leases were not recognized on the balance sheet. The Company adopted ASU 2016-02 on January 1, 2019 utilizing a modified retrospective method, under 
which the Company recorded an immaterial cumulative adjustment to retained earnings rather than retrospectively adjusting prior periods. As a result, the Company’s 
balance  sheet  presentation  at  December  31,  2019  is  not  comparable  to  the  presentation  at  December  31,  2018.   The  adoption  of  ASU  2016-02  resulted  in  the 
recognition of approximately $432,000 as an operating lease right to use asset and a corresponding operating lease liability, and the reclassification of office equipment 
with a net book value of approximately $27,000 to a finance lease – right to use asset within property, plant and equipment.

As permitted under the new guidance, the Company has made an accounting policy election not to apply the recognition provisions of the new guidance to short term 
leases (leases with a lease term of 12 months or less that do not include an option to purchase the underlying asset that the lessee is reasonably certain to exercise); 
instead, the Company will recognize the lease payments for short term leases on a straight-line basis over the lease term. The Company did not have any short- term 
leases at December 31, 2019.

Accounting Guidance Not Yet Adopted by the Company

In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-13, “Financial Instruments – Credit Losses,” which replaces the “incurred loss” model under current GAAP with a forward-
looking “expected loss” model, principally in connection with financial assets subject to credit losses. Under current GAAP, an entity reflects credit losses on financial 
assets measured on an amortized cost basis only when it is probable that losses have been incurred, generally considering only past events and current conditions in 
making these determinations. The guidance under ASU 2016-13 prospectively replaces this approach with a forward-looking methodology that reflects the expected 
credit losses over the lives of financial assets, beginning when such assets are first acquired. Under the expected loss model, credit losses will be measured based not 
only on past events and current conditions, but also on reasonable and supportable forecasts that affect the collectability of financial assets. The guidance also expands 
disclosure requirements. The guidance is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2019. Early adoption is 
permitted as of January 1, 2019. The Company is currently evaluating the impact the adoption of this new standard will have on the Company’s consolidated financial 
statements. 

Note -16 – Subsequent Event:

On March 16, 2020, the Company received an initial payment of $411,657 from our insurance company to cover our initial losses from a chemical incident at our 
Kinpak facility. The $411,657 was for the manufacturing equipment determined to be damaged in 2020.   We are still evaluating the overall damage to equipment; 
however, we do not expect the loss to be in excess of our insurance recovery.   Any gain or loss from the chemical incident will be recognized in a future period.

F-18

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Edgar Agents LLC

Form Type: EX-4

OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.

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Exhibit 4

General

DESCRIPTION OF COMMON STOCK

Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc. (“we,” “us,” “our,” or the “Company”) is authorized to issue 12,000,000 shares of common stock, par value  $0.01 per share (the “Common 
Stock”).

The transfer agent and registrar for the Common Stock is Computershare Trust Company, N.A., Meidinger Tower, 462 S. 4th Street, Louisville, KY 40202, telephone: 
(800) 522-6645.

The Common Stock is listed on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the symbol “OBCI.”

The following description of the Common Stock is based on our Certificate of Incorporation, as amended to date (the “Certificate of Incorporation”) and our Amended 
and Restated Bylaws, as amended to date (the “Bylaws”) and applicable Florida law.

Common Stock

Each holder of Common Stock is entitled to one vote for every share, and if the Company has issued fractional shares, to a fraction of a vote equal to every fractional 
share,  of  Common  Stock  standing  in  such  holders’  name  on  the  books  of  the  Company  on  all  matters  presented  to  the  shareholders.  In  the  event  of  a  liquidation, 
dissolution or winding up of the Company, the holders of Common Stock are entitled to share equally and ratably in the assets of the Company, if any, remaining after 
the payment of all of our debts and liabilities. The Common Stock has no preemptive rights, no cumulative voting rights and no redemption, sinking fund or conversion 
provisions.

Holders of Common Stock are entitled to receive dividends if, as and when declared by the Board of Directors out of funds legally available therefor. No dividends or 
other  distributions  (including  redemptions  or  repurchases  of  shares  of  capital  stock)  may  be  made  if,  after  giving  effect  to  any  such  dividends  or  distributions,  we 
would  not  be  able  to  pay  our  debts  as  they  become  due  in  the  usual  course  of  our  activities  and  affair  or  our  total  assets  would  be  less  than  the  sum  of  our  total 
liabilities.

Anti-takeover Effects of Certain Provisions of the Certificate of Incorporation, the Bylaws and Florida Law

Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws. Some of the provisions of our Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws may be deemed to have anti-takeover effects and may 
discourage, delay, defer or prevent a takeover attempt that a shareholder might consider in its best interest. These provisions do the following:

● establish  advance  notice  procedures  for  the  nomination  of  candidates  for  election  as  directors  and  for  shareholder  proposals  to  be  considered  at  annual 

shareholders’ meetings; and

● provide that special meetings of the shareholders may be called by our Board of Directors on its own initiative or upon request by the Chairman of the Board 
of Directors or the President of the Company or upon the delivery to our Secretary at the request of demand for a meeting by the holders of not less than ten 
percent of all the outstanding shares of the corporation entitled to be cast at the meeting.

Florida Law. Furthermore, some of the provisions of the Florida Business Corporations Act (the “FBCA”) could have the effect of delaying, deferring or preventing a 
change in control.

Affiliated Transactions

We  are  subject  to  provisions  of  the  FBCA  that  provide that  a corporation  is prohibited  (subject  to  certain  exceptions)  from  engaging  in  specified  transactions  with 
persons (defined as “interested shareholders”) who own 15% or more of the outstanding voting stock of such corporation, as well as affiliates and associates of any 
such person. This prohibition is in place for three years after such person becomes an interested shareholder. The FBCA defines the prohibited specified transactions to 
include  a  wide  variety  of  transactions  with  or  caused  by  an  interested  shareholder,  including  mergers,  asset  sales  and  other  transactions  in  which  the  interested 
shareholder receives or could receive a benefit on other than a proportional basis with other shareholders. This provision would then have an anti-takeover effect for 
transactions not approved in advance by our Board of Directors, including discouraging takeover attempts that might result in a premium over the market price for the 
shares of our Common Stock.

Control Shares Act

The FBCA provides that, in certain circumstances, a shareholder who acquires a controlling interest in a corporation, defined in the statute as an interest in excess of a 
1/5,  1/3  or  majority  interest,  has  no  voting  rights  in  the  shares  acquired  that  caused  the  shareholder  to  exceed  any  such  threshold,  unless  the  corporation’s  other 
shareholders, by majority vote (not include the interested shareholder), grant voting rights to such shares.

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Edgar Agents LLC

Form Type: EX-21

OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.

The following is a list of the Registrant’s subsidiaries:

Name
Star-brite Distributing, Inc.
Star brite Distributing Canada, Inc.
D & S Advertising Services, Inc.
Star brite StaPut, Inc.
Star brite Service Centers, Inc.
Star brite Automotive, Inc.
KINPAK Inc.
OdorStar Technology, LLC

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EXHIBIT 21

Jurisdiction of 
Organization
Florida
Florida
Florida
Florida
Florida
Florida
Alabama
Florida

Ownership %
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100

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Edgar Agents LLC

Form Type: EX-31.1

OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.

I, Peter G. Dornau, certify that:

CERTIFICATION

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EXHIBIT 31.1

1.

2.

3.

4.

I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc.;

Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements 
made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

Based  on  my  knowledge,  the  financial  statements,  and  other  financial  information  included  in  this  report,  fairly  present  in  all  material  respects  the  financial 
condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act 
Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and 
have:

a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that 
material  information  relating  to  the  registrant,  including  its  consolidated  subsidiaries,  is  made  known  to  us  by  others  within  those  entities,  particularly 
during the period in which this report is being prepared;

b) Designed such internal  control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control  over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to 
provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance 
with generally accepted accounting principles;

c)

Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the 
disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

d) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter 
(the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s 
internal control over financial reporting; and

5.

The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s 
auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to 

adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

b) Any  fraud,  whether  or  not  material,  that  involves  management  or  other  employees  who  have  a  significant  role  in  the  registrant’s  internal  control  over 

financial reporting.

Dated: March 27, 2020

/s/ Peter G. Dornau
Peter G. Dornau
Chairman of the Board, President and
Chief Executive Officer

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Edgar Agents LLC

Form Type: EX-31.2

OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.

I, Jeffrey S. Barocas, certify that:

CERTIFICATION

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EXHIBIT 31.2

1.

2.

3.

4.

I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc.;

Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements 
made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report; 

Based  on  my  knowledge,  the  financial  statements,  and  other  financial  information  included  in  this  report,  fairly  present  in  all  material  respects  the  financial 
condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report; 

The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act 
Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and 
have: 

a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that 
material  information  relating  to  the  registrant,  including  its  consolidated  subsidiaries,  is  made  known  to  us  by  others  within  those  entities,  particularly 
during the period in which this report is being prepared;

b) Designed such internal  control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control  over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to 
provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance 
with generally accepted accounting principles;

c)

Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the 
disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

d) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter 
(the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s 
internal control over financial reporting; and

5.

The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s 
auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions): 

a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to 

adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

b) Any  fraud,  whether  or  not  material,  that  involves  management  or  other  employees  who  have  a  significant  role  in  the  registrant’s  internal  control  over 

financial reporting.

Dated: March 27, 2020

/s/ Jeffrey S. Barocas
Jeffrey S. Barocas
Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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Edgar Agents LLC

Form Type: EX-32.1

OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.

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EXHIBIT 32.1

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-14(b)
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT AND 18 U.S.C. 1350

I, Peter G. Dornau, Chief Executive Officer of Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc. (the “Company”), hereby certify that, based on my knowledge:

1. The Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019 (the “Report”) fully complies with the requirements of Section 13

(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and

2. The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and result of operations of the Company.

Dated: March 27, 2020

/s/ Peter G. Dornau
Peter G. Dornau
Chairman of the Board, President and
Chief Executive Officer

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Edgar Agents LLC

Form Type: EX-32.2

OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.

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EXHIBIT 32.2

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-14(b)
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT AND 18 U.S.C. 1350

I, Jeffrey S. Barocas, Chief Financial Officer of Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc. (the “Company”), hereby certify that, based on my knowledge:

1. The Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019 (the “Report”) fully complies with the requirements of Section 13

(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and

2. The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and result of operations of the Company.

Dated: March 27, 2020

/s/ Jeffrey S. Barocas
Jeffrey S. Barocas
Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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OBCI, INC. ANNUAL REPORT 2019INVESTOR INFORMATION 
NASDAQ STOCK SYMBOL OBCI

Stock Transfer Agent
Computershare
P.O. Box 30170
College Station, Texas 77842-3179

General Counsel
Berger Singerman, LLP
350 East Las Olas Boulevard 
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301

Auditors
Accell Audit & Compliance, PA
4806 W Gandy Blvd.
Tampa, Florida 33611

Reports and Publications
A free copy of the Company’s 2019 
Form 10-K filed with the Securites 
and Exchange Commission can 
be obtained upon written request to:

Corporate Relations Department 
4041 SW 47th Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33314

COMMON STOCK
MARKET INFORMATION
The following table sets forth high and low sales prices
of the Common Stock of Company as reported on the 
NASDAQ Capital Market for each calendar quarter 
in 2019 and 2018:

2019

2018

High

$3.99

$3.78

$3.72

$3.68

Low

$3.17

$2.90

$3.21

$3.28

High

$4.39

$4.07

$4.78

$4.26

Low

$3.68

$3.26

$3.39

$3.05

First Quarter

Second Quarter

Third Quarter

Fourth Quarter

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OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC. 
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 
Peter G. Dornau
Jeffrey S. Barocas
Diana M. Conard*
Gregor M. Dornau
William W. Dudman 
James M. Kolisch
Kimberly A. Krause*
John B. Turner*
* A member of audit and equity grant committees

OFFICERS OF
OCEAN BIO-CHEM, INC.
Peter G. Dornau
President and Chief Executive Officer
Jeffrey S. Barocas
Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Gregor M. Dornau
Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing
William W. Dudman
Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, 
Corporate Secretary

OFFICERS OF STAR BRITE, INC.
Peter G. Dornau
President and Chief Executive Officer
Jeffrey S. Barocas
Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Natalie S. Cuomo
Vice President of Customer Service
Gregor M. Dornau
Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing
William W. Dudman
Vice President, Chief Operating Officer
Marc A. Emmi
Senior Vice President of Sales
Justin L. Gould
Vice President of Technology
Victor G. Phillpotts
Vice President of Business Development

4041 SW 47th Avenue  •  Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33314
Tel:(954) 587-6280  •  (800) 327-8583  •  Fax:(954) 587-2813
WWW.OCEANBIOCHEM.COM  •  WWW.STARBRITE.COM 
WWW.STARTRON.COM  •  WWW.NOS-GUARD.COM
WWW.ODORSTAR.COM  •  WWW.PERFORMACIDE.COM

 
 
 
 
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