What Chromatic 3D Materials does

Chromatic 3D Materials is a U.S.-based specialty chemicals and additive manufacturing company that has developed RX-AM (Reactive Extrusion Additive Manufacturing), a chemistry-driven 3D printing process for thermoset elastomers and rigid polyurethanes. The company's platform combines proprietary reactive extrusion hardware (the RX-Flow 2500, 3500, and 7000 printers), a family of single- and multi-component materials (ChromaFlow, ChromaLast, ChromaResist, and ChromaMotive D65), ChromaScan software for print control, and a Smooth-Mode finishing technology. The technology is positioned as a lower-cost, lower-waste alternative to traditional elastomer manufacturing methods such as injection molding and vat photopolymerization.

The company serves industrial customers in transportation (rail and automotive), industrial manufacturing, defense, and aerospace, with named customers including ÖBB (Austrian Federal Railways), Valeo, Daimler Truck, and IS4S. The 3D-printed rocket propellant launched in 2026 represents an extension of the underlying chemistry into the energetics and propulsion market. The company has secured ITAR certification, 14 CFR burn-test compliance, and BG ETEM rail-sector safety certification, enabling procurement in regulated end markets.

Chromatic's business model combines sale of RX-Flow printers and consumable materials with custom contract manufacturing services for polyurethane parts. Printers are priced at roughly 25% of comparable industrial 3D printing systems, supporting broader customer access. The company reports 50+ global customers and approximately $15M+ in cumulative funding since 2021, with the most recent disclosed round in 2024 and additional activity in 2026. The team remains small (1-10 employees per firmographic data) with a planned 35% organizational growth, and the company is led by founder and CEO Dr. Cora Leibig, a polymer chemist with prior senior roles at Dow Chemical and an MIT PhD.

Name

Chromatic 3D Materials

Legal name

Chromatic 3D Materials Inc.

Website

https://c3dmaterials.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Chromatic 3D Materials has developed RX-AM, a reactive-extrusion 3D printing platform for thermoset elastomers and rigid polyurethanes, sold as RX-Flow printers and ChromaFlow/ChromaLast/ChromaMotive materials plus custom manufacturing services to transportation, defense, and industrial customers including ÖBB, Valeo, and Daimler Truck.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Additive Manufacturing / 3D Printing Materials & Equipment

NAICS

Resin, Synthetic Rubber, and Artificial and Synthetic Fibers and Filaments Manufacturing (3252), Urethane and Other Foam Product (except Polystyrene) Manufacturing (326150)

SIC

Fabricated Rubber Products, Nec (3060), Miscellaneous Plastics Products (3080), Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890)

akta.pro primary industry

Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing of Plastics) (IMANAOAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

3D Printers (Additive Manufacturing) (HDACAEAH), Material Qualification, Testing & Certification (AM Materials) (IMAAABAL), Materials R&D & Characterization (Powder/Resin Development, Testing) (IMAAAJAG), Industrial Rubber Products (Hoses, Belts, Seals, Gaskets) (IMANAOAM)

Keywords

• 3D printing materials
• Reactive extrusion additive manufacturing
• Thermoset polyurethane elastomers
• Industrial 3D printers
• Custom elastomeric parts

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint Louis Park

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. 3D Printers (RX-Flow): Sale of RX-Flow 3D printers for reactive extrusion additive manufacturing. Printers are priced at roughly 25% of typical industrial 3D printers and include control systems designed for Chromatic materials and software. Technical service subscriptions available monthly.
2. Proprietary Materials: Sale of printable thermoset polyurethane materials including ChromaFlow, ChromaLast, and ChromaMotive product lines. Materials available in Shore A 50-90 hardness range and custom grades with various colors, hardness, and special properties.
3. Custom Manufacturing Services: Rapid custom manufacturing service for polyurethane parts (gaskets, seals, cylinders, grommets) in non-standard dimensions up to 16 inches in diameter. Typical delivery 2-3 weeks, with expedited 5 business day option available.
4. Software (ChromaScan): Sale of ChromaScan software as add-on to RX-AM platform for printing on nonplanar 3D surfaces.
5. Technical Service Subscriptions: Monthly technical service subscriptions available for purchase with each printer.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Chromatic 3D Materials develops and sells the RX-AM (Reactive Extrusion Additive Manufacturing) platform for 3D printing industrial-strength thermoset polyurethane parts using chemical reactions rather than melting or lasers. Its offerings include RX-Flow 3D printers, proprietary printable materials (ChromaFlow, ChromaLast, ChromaResist, ChromaMotive lines), ChromaScan additive manufacturing software, and a rapid custom manufacturing service for polyurethane parts.

Product overview

Chromatic 3D Materials offers a platform-plus-products architecture centered on the RX-AM (Reactive Extrusion Additive Manufacturing) platform. The platform encompasses proprietary materials, software (including ChromaScan), and hardware (RX-Flow printers). Material portfolio includes thermoset polyurethanes ranging from Shore A 50-90 hardness (ChromaFlow, ChromaLast, ChromaResist lines) plus rigid Shore D materials (ChromaMotive D65). Key differentiators include Smooth-Mode technology for post-processing-free smooth surfaces and the ability to print directly onto substrates (metals, textiles, composites). The company also provides custom manufacturing services for polyurethane parts and has expanded into 3D-printed rocket propellant for defense applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• RX-AM: Reactive Extrusion Additive Manufacturing platform for 3D printing industrial-strength elastomeric parts using chemical reactions
• RX-Flow
• ChromaScan
• Smooth-Mode
• ChromaMotive
• ChromaFlow
• ChromaLast

Products and services

• RX-Flow 2500 3D Printer Entry-level production printer for reactive extrusion additive manufacturing with thermoset polyurethanes. Build volume: 13.7" x 21.4" x 7.63" (348 x 543 x 194 mm). Designed for development work and low-volume industrial production. Includes control systems designed for Chromatic materials and software; monthly technical service subscriptions available.
• RX-Flow 3500 3D Printer Mid-size production printer for reactive extrusion additive manufacturing. Build volume: 18.9" x 29.3" x 7.63" (479 x 743 x 194 mm). Designed for development work and low-volume industrial production.
• RX-Flow 7000 3D Printer Large-format production printer for reactive extrusion additive manufacturing. Build volume: 26.75" x 41.1" x 7.63" (680 x 1040 x 194 mm). Designed for larger-scale manufacturing solutions and bespoke configurations.
• ChromaScan Software Additive manufacturing software for printing resin on non-planar 3D surfaces. Scans objects placed on the print bed and manipulates the print path for high-quality prints conforming to 3D surfaces. Enables industrial-strength adhesion to substrates without post-processing or assembly. Sold as an add-on to the RX-AM platform.
• ChromaFlow 70 Material Thermoset polyurethane with Shore A hardness of 70. Robust grade suitable for automotive applications, featuring resistance to high and low temperatures with water-tight sealing properties. Used by Valeo for automotive grommets and by Anouk Wipprecht for the LED dress project.
• ChromaFlow 90 Material 2K polyurethane resin with Shore A hardness of 90. High-performance material for demanding industrial applications requiring maximum durability and resistance.
• ChromaLast 65 Material Thermoset polyurethane with Shore A hardness of 65. Part of the material portfolio for industrial sealing applications. Properties include 100% modulus of 1.6 MPa, tensile strength of 20.4 MPa, and 835% elongation at break. Passed 14 CFR vertical burn tests for aerospace interiors.
• ChromaLast 90 Material Thermoset polyurethane with Shore A hardness of 91. High-strength material for industrial applications with 100% modulus of 10.7 MPa and tensile strength of 41.4 MPa.
• ChromaResist 90 Material Thermoset polyurethane with Shore A hardness of 92. Engineered for resistance applications with tensile strength of 41.3 MPa and 354% elongation at break.
• ChromaMotive D65 Material Rigid Shore D thermoset polyurethane designed for reactive extrusion additive manufacturing. Performs in temperatures from -30 to 120°C. Ideal for ski boots, spacecraft, winter sports gear, and aerospace applications. Resists high impact, hydrolysis, and abrasion.
• Rapid Custom Manufacturing Service Custom manufacturing service for durable polyurethane parts with fast delivery. Offers standard industrial shapes (gaskets, seals, cylinders, grommets) in customizable non-standard dimensions up to 16 inches in diameter. Typical delivery 2-3 weeks, with 5-business-day expedited option available. Grommets start at $2 per inch based on hole diameter.
• 3D-Printed Rocket Propellant Additively manufactured rocket propellant using the RX-AM platform. Successfully tested at 1800+ psi combustion pressure and compatible with approximately 90% of the U.S. rocket arsenal. Enables propellant to be printed directly into structural components for lighter designs, customized thrust control, and faster production timelines.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduce material waste by up to 90% compared to injection molding
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered strategic and minor.

• ViscoTecstrategicTechnology or Integration · 25 February 2025Joint webinar on multi-material 3D printing using ViscoTec's Vipro-Head 4K Extruder with Chromatic's RX-AM technology. Collaboration showcased sample applications including bellow design and 2K seals.
• ÖBB Train TechstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerAustrian Federal Railway's train technology division purchased 130 grommets, bellows, cable glands and valve covers for rail vehicles. Working with Chromatic on prototype development for custom parts.
• Anouk WipprechtminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDutch fashion designer collaborated on LED dress project using Chromatic's 3D printing technology and ChromaFlow 70 material to create motion-activated wearable technology.
• National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) at Wichita State UniversitystrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerConducted flammability testing of Chromatic's 3D-printed polyurethanes, demonstrating compliance with 14 CFR vertical burn standards for aerospace interiors.
• IS4S (Integrated Solutions for Systems)strategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerConducted static fire testing of Chromatic's additively manufactured rocket propellant at IS4S test range in Opelika, Alabama, demonstrating 1800+ psi capability.
• BG ETEM (German Professional Association for Occupational Safety)strategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated on testing to determine levels of hazardous chemicals during printing. Testing revealed no detectable volatile isocyanates, confirming RX-AM platform safety.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Carbon (now part of Stratasys): Carbon developed a resin-based additive manufacturing platform for durable elastomeric and polyurethane parts, directly competing with Chromatic's RX-AM platform in the 3D printing of production-grade rubber and plastic components.
• Arburg Freeformer: Arburg's Freeformer system uses plasticizing and droplet-based additive manufacturing to process standard plastics and elastomers into functional parts, competing with Chromatic's RX-Flow printers in the production of industrial plastic and rubber parts.
• Wacker Chemie (ACEO silicone 3D printing): Wacker offers ACEO, a 3D printing service and material platform for silicone elastomers, competing directly with Chromatic's elastomeric 3D printing materials and custom manufacturing service for rubber-like parts.

Broad incumbents

• Stratasys: Stratasys is a global incumbent in industrial polymer 3D printing with broad FDM, PolyJet, and now Carbon DLS technology; it competes with Chromatic across industrial elastomer and polymer 3D printing markets and has far greater scale and distribution.
• 3D Systems: 3D Systems is an established industrial 3D printing incumbent offering multiple polymer and elastomer printing platforms (including Figure 4 and SLA-based systems) that compete with Chromatic's RX-Flow printers and materials portfolio.
• EOS GmbH: EOS is a leading industrial polymer and metal additive manufacturing incumbent; while primarily known for SLS and DMLS, its polymer systems serve many of the same industrial elastomer and durable parts markets targeted by Chromatic.
• Lubrizol Engineered Polymers: Lubrizol is a major specialty chemical and polyurethane resin producer that supplies thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) and other elastomers used in additive manufacturing; it competes with Chromatic's ChromaFlow and ChromaLast materials as a bulk material supplier to industrial 3D printing users.
• Covestro: Covestro is a leading polyurethane raw materials supplier producing resins and isocyanates used in 3D printing elastomers; it competes with Chromatic at the materials layer for industrial polyurethane and additive manufacturing applications.

Emerging players

• Evove (formerly Evolve Additive Solutions): Evolve Additive Solutions developed Selective Thermoplastic Electrophotographic Process (STEP) for production-grade plastic parts; shares Chromatic's focus on end-use production parts and employed Chromatic's current VP of R&D Brian Mullen before his move to Chromatic.
• Tritone Technologies: Tritone Technologies offers industrial additive manufacturing systems for metal and ceramic parts using a proprietary mold-based process; it shares Chromatic's positioning as an emerging player targeting production-grade industrial AM, though in different materials than Chromatic's elastomers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds9 records

Investors9 records

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M&A

Investments

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