IGL Coatings
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2015
- HeadquartersShah Alam, Malaysia
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
IGL Coatings firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- IGL Coatings
- Legal name
- Ominent Sdn Bhd
- Website
- https://iglcoatings.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2015
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
IGL Coatings industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Ceramic Coatings
- NAICS
- Paint and Coating Manufacturing (32551), Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing (3255)
- SIC
- Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels & Allied Prods (2851), Specialty Cleaning, Polishing And Sanitation Preparations (2842)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Industrial & Protective Coatings (IMAEAGAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Industrial Protective Coatings (IMAEAHAB), Industrial Protective Coatings (Steel/Concrete/Equipment) (IMAIAKAB), Marine & Offshore Coatings (IMAEAGAD)
Keywords
Where IGL Coatings is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Shah Alam
- HQ country
- Malaysia
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices1 record
Markets served
IGL Coatings business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Product Sales - Ceramic Coatings: One-time sale of ceramic coating products including Ecocoat Kenzo, Ecocoat Arcane, Ecocoat Elixir, Ecocoat EZ, and related preparation, maintenance, and protection products for automotive, industrial, and marine applications. Products are sold in various sizes (20ML to 200ML kits) through distributors, direct e-commerce, and professional installer channels.
- Industrial Anti-Corrosion Solutions: Sale of industrial-grade ceramic coatings like IGL Aegis for corrosion protection in high corrosive environments (C5), protecting steel, concrete, glass and other surfaces. Industrial coatings are sold through specialized industrial distributors and direct enterprise sales.
- Marine Ceramic Coatings: Specialized marine ceramic coatings including Marine Coating, Glass Guard, Fabric Guard, Teak Guard, and Leather Guard for boats, yachts, and marine vessels. REACH compliant formulations for harsh saltwater and UV protection.
- OEM/Private Label Manufacturing: Custom chemical formulation, packaging, and branding services for partners who want to create their own branded products. Orders range from 5 liters to 200 liters with customization options for chemicals, scents, colors, and packaging.
- Tools & Accessories: Sale of professional detailing tools including foam pads (orange, yellow, black), microfiber pads, wool pads, clay towels, application blocks, application cloths, and drying towels for ceramic coating application.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Ecocoat Kenzo - Professional Only Ceramic Coating |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Ecocoat Arcane - Next Evolution Ceramic Coating |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Ecocoat Elixir - Ultimate One-Layer Ceramic Coating |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Ecocoat EZ - DIY Ceramic Coating |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Ecocoat Trim - Ceramic Coating for Trim & Plastics |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | IGL Aegis - Industrial Anti-Corrosion Coating |
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | OEM/Private Label - Bulk Orders |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Marine Coating - 10H Marine Ceramic |
Go-to-market motion4 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels12 records
IGL Coatings product offering
Product offeringCore offering
IGL Coatings develops, manufactures, and sells nanotechnology-based ceramic coatings under the Ecocoat (protection), Ecoshine (maintenance/polish), and Ecoclean (preparation/cleaning) brands, together with the IGL Aegis industrial anti-corrosion system and marine-specific coatings. Offerings serve three end markets — automotive, marine, and industrial — and are sold worldwide via a 50+ country distributor network, a Certified Master Kenzo Applicator installer channel, OEM/private-label bulk manufacturing, and a direct e-commerce storefront.
Product overview
IGL Coatings is a Malaysian Manufacturing-Tech company that develops and manufactures nanotechnology-based ceramic coatings. The product portfolio is organized into three main segments: Automotive (Prepare, Maintain, Protect), Marine, and Industrial. The core product line is the Ecocoat series featuring flagship products like Ecocoat Kenzo (10H hardness graphene-reinforced coating), Ecocoat Arcane (9H with Graphene Infinite low-carbon technology), Ecocoat Elixir (single-layer high-slick coating), and Ecocoat EZ (DIY-friendly single-layer option). Supporting products include the Ecoshine series (polishing compounds and maintenance products), Ecoclean series (preparation and cleaning products), and specialized coatings for specific surfaces (Trim, Fabric, Leather, Wheel, Headlight, Window). Marine Solutions offer dedicated coatings (Marine Coating, Glass Guard, Fabric Guard, Teak Guard, Leather Guard) and cleaning products. Industrial Solutions include IGL Aegis anti-corrosion system, Aegis Catalyst, Ecocoat Eclipse, Ecocoat Wood, Ecocoat Armor, and Ecocoat Titan. The company also provides professional accessories including various polishing pads, application tools, and microfiber products. All products emphasize low/zero VOC formulations, REACH compliance, and sustainable chemistry principles.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Ecocoat: Flagship ceramic coating product line including Kenzo, Quartz, Elixir, Arcane, EZ, Premier, and specialty coatings for various surfaces including paint, trim, leather, wheels, glass, and more.
- Ecoshine
- Ecoclean
- IGL Aegis
- Graphene Infinite
Products and services
- Ecocoat Kenzo Graphene Reinforced Flagship 10H pencil hardness graphene-reinforced ceramic coating for automotive paint, offering up to 5 years of protection with REACH-compliant 100% active material formulation; restricted to Professional Installers with Kenzo Training Certification.
- Ecocoat Arcane 9H hardness graphene-reinforced ceramic coating featuring Graphene Infinite technology, with up to 4 years durability and single-layer application for automotive surfaces.
- Ecocoat Elixir Single-layer ceramic coating delivering exceptional slickness with 57% improved smoothness, 80% improved water-spot resistance, and >110° water-contact angle; suitable for indoor and outdoor application.
- Ecocoat EZ One-layer graphene-reinforced DIY ceramic coating for paint, wheels, metal, and glass, using Graphene Infinite with ProShield+ Lumina from PETRONAS; designed for both DIY detailers and professionals.
- Ecocoat Trim Nanotechnology ceramic coating for automotive trim and plastic surfaces, providing UV protection (via ProShield+ Lumina graphene from PETRONAS) and restoration with up to 2 years of protection using Graphene Infinite technology.
- Ecoshine Hydrocoat Spray-on, rinse-off hydrophobic booster using next-gen octyl-functional silane in a water-borne carrier, creating >105° water-contact angle in under 60 seconds for maintenance of coated surfaces.
- Ecoclean AIO Spray All-in-one waterless wash that cleans and protects all vehicle surfaces with hydrophobic properties and a biodegradable formula; validated by Aprilia MotoGP, Triumph, Royal Enfield, and Vespa.
- Ecoclean Delete Fluoro-Acid Technology water-spot remover that erases mineral deposits in 30 seconds without polishing or clear-coat risk; used by detailers such as Mirror Image Auto Detailing.
- IGL Aegis Industrial Anti-Corrosion Coating System Industrial-grade anti-corrosion ceramic coating system for C5 high-corrosive environments using Graphene Nanotubes Technology, tested for 6,000 hours of salt spray and 4,000 hours of water immersion, available in 1KG packaging.
- IGL Aegis Catalyst Catalyst component for the IGL Aegis anti-corrosion system that enhances durability and performance of the industrial coating.
- Ecocoat Eclipse Industrial Ceramic Coating Industrial-grade ceramic coating for corrosion protection and surface enhancement in demanding applications.
- Ecocoat Wood Ceramic coating specifically designed for wood surfaces, providing protection and durability for wood substrates in industrial and decorative applications.
- Ecocoat Armor Heavy-duty industrial ceramic coating for maximum surface protection in the most demanding applications.
- Ecocoat Titan Industrial-grade protective ceramic coating for the most demanding industrial applications.
- IGL Window Graphene (Ecocoat Window) Ultra-hydrophobic graphene window coating for automotive glass, tested through 10,000 scrub cycles (equivalent to ~12 months) with certified EU REACH compliance; promoted via the AirAsia Ride partnership for ride-hailing drivers.
- Ecocoat Quartz Graphene Reinforced Graphene-reinforced ceramic coating with enhanced durability and hydrophobic properties for automotive paint.
- Ecocoat Premier Premium automotive ceramic coating delivering superior gloss and paint protection.
- Ecocoat Leather Ceramic coating for leather surfaces protecting against wear and UV damage in automotive interiors.
- Ecocoat Wheel Ceramic coating specifically formulated for wheels and brake calipers, providing heat- and contaminant-resistant protection.
- Ecoshine Compound F1 Low-dusting, high-cut polishing compound for removal of P1200–P3000 sanding marks and scratches, with one-step compounding-to-finish capability.
- Ecoshine Polish F2 Polishing compound for refining automotive paint surfaces prior to ceramic coating installation.
- Ecoshine Finish F3 Finishing polish for final refinement of automotive painted surfaces.
- Marine Coating 10H Marine Ceramic 10H hardness marine ceramic coating compliant with REACH regulations, providing high UV and salt resistance for boats, yachts, and marine vessels.
- Marine Product Family (Marine Prep, Intense, Intense Lite, Erase, Banish, Clarity, Boat Shampoo, Spot Free, Deodoriser, Glass Guard, Fabric Guard, Teak Guard, Leather Guard) Full marine preparation, maintenance, and protection product set — including surface prep products, cleaners (Intense, Intense Lite, Erase, Banish, Clarity, Boat Shampoo, Spot Free, Deodoriser) and protective coatings (Glass Guard for glass, Fabric Guard for upholstery, Teak Guard for teak, Leather Guard for marine leather).
- Tools & Accessories (Polishing Pads, Application Tools, Microfiber) Professional detailing accessories including foam polishing pads (orange heavy-cut, yellow medium, black finishing), microfiber cutting and finishing pads, merino wool and wool yarn compounding pads, clay towels, IGL application blocks, application cloths, coating removal towels, microfiber application socks, and PlushDry microfiber drying towels.
- OEM / Private Label Ceramic Coating Manufacturing Service Custom chemical formulation, manufacturing, and packaging service for businesses that want to launch their own branded ceramic coating or detailing products. Bulk orders range from 5L to 200L with customization of chemicals, scents, colors, packaging, bottle design, and labels, produced in IGL's ISO 9001:2015-certified manufacturing facility.
- Certified Master Kenzo Applicator Training Program Certification-gated access program for professional installers at edu.iglcoatings.com; completion of Kenzo Training Certification is required to purchase restricted flagship products such as Ecocoat Kenzo and deliver high-quality installation services.
Quantifiable outcome
- 10H hardness provides 12x more protection than traditional wax products
- +12 more outcomes
Companies that use IGL Coatings
Customer profileNamed customers9 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
IGL Coatings technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
IGL Coatings partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- United Nations Global Compact (UNGC)coreSince 2024, IGL Coatings has been a signatory of the United Nations Global Compact, supporting its principles covering human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption. The company is committed to pushing Sustainable Development Goals forward through its eco-friendly coatings and sustainable solutions.
- DHLminorIGL Coatings partnered with DHL on the 'Go Green' campaign for environmental conservation and sustainability initiatives. The partnership embodies the spirit of sustainability laid out by the United Nation's Sustainability Goals.
- AOS (Art of Speed)minorCollaboration with AOS to develop Ecocoat Visor - a revolutionary helmet visor protection product delivering crystal-clear vision, enhanced durability, and superior defense against harsh elements. Limited edition product.
- CarsomeminorPartnership with Carsome introducing exclusive welcome kits for new car owners through the Carsome Employee Benefit Programme. Kits include Wash & Shine Starter Kit to Gold Class Set tailored for different stages of car ownership.
- ApriliaminorCollaboration with Aprilia to create the 'Shine' specialized detailing product celebrating the launch of SR GT 200. Over 100 kits distributed as welcome kits containing Shine and Ecoclean Blizzard snow foam shampoo at exclusive MotoPlex PJ event.
- Art of SpeedminorCollaboration with Art of Speed to launch the 'Pasti Mantap' Kit - an innovative and budget-friendly car care solution featuring Waterless Wash, Quick Interior Detailer, and Tyre Dressing. Suitable for all types of vehicles.
- BigJoeminorPartnership with BigJoe to unveil the 'Original Finish Trim Coating Restoration Kit' - a premium solution designed to rejuvenate car plastic trim. Combines IGL's coating expertise with BigJoe's innovation.
- AirAsia RidecorePartnership with AirAsia Ride featuring IGL Window Graphene coating with promotional 40% discount using code IGLAAR. Focuses on automotive glass coating for ride-hailing drivers with emphasis on safety through improved visibility in rain.
- PETRONAScorePETRONAS co-developed ProShield+ Lumina graphene technology used in IGL products like Ecocoat Trim. PETRONAS is a strategic technology partner providing advanced graphene additives for enhanced UV resistance and product performance.
- Aprilia MotorGPminorEcoclean AIO Spray was tried, tested and approved as the ultimate waterless wash by Aprilia at MotoGP 2023. Partnership demonstrating product validation in motorsport environment.
- TriumphminorTriumph motorcycle partnership using Ecoclean AIO Spray for on-the-go motorbike cleaning. Product performance validated by Triumph for motorcycle care applications.
- Royal EnfieldminorRoyal Enfield partnership using Ecoclean AIO Spray for motorcycle maintenance. Product provides quick cleaning solution for motorcycle owners.
- VespaminorVespa partnership with Ecoclean AIO Spray for motorbike cleaning. Additionally collaborated on IGL Smooth leather conditioner product launched at Vespa Teh Tarik Ride 2024 in Cameron Highlands.
Scale indicators11 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
IGL Coatings competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- CarPro: South Korea-based ceramic coating brand offering CQuartz line and detailing products. Direct peer with similar nanotechnology positioning, professional installer network, and global distribution across automotive and marine segments.
- Koch-Chemie: German manufacturer of professional detailing and surface care chemistry. Comparable as a high-end specialty chemicals supplier to professional detailers, with broader portfolio spanning automotive cleaning, polishing, and protection products.
- Gyeon: South Korean ceramic coating brand (Q² Mohs, Q² Syncro) targeting detailers and enthusiasts with silica/SiO2-based coatings. Direct peer competing in the same automotive ceramic coating category with comparable hardness claims and installer-only flagship products.
- Sonax: German car care brand with full range of cleaning, polishing, and coating products sold globally. Comparable as a multi-channel specialty automotive care manufacturer with similar DTC, distributor, and professional installer reach.
- Gtechniq: UK-based manufacturer of ceramic coatings (Crystal Serum, EXO) and surface protection products. Comparable as a specialist ceramic coating brand with similar hardness ratings, professional installer certification model, and presence across automotive, marine, and aviation segments.
Emerging players
- Adam's Polishes: US-based detailing products company offering ceramic coatings, polishes, and accessories with strong DTC and enthusiast community presence. Comparable in go-to-market approach and target customer (professional detailers and DIY enthusiasts) but with regional rather than global brand penetration.
Broad incumbents
- Meguiar's: US-based (3M-owned) global car care brand with comprehensive detailing product range. Comparable in distribution breadth and professional channel presence, but operates at much larger scale and broader product scope than IGL's ceramic coating specialization.
- Axalta Coating Systems: Global coatings manufacturer serving automotive refinish, industrial, and commercial vehicle markets. Comparable in industrial and automotive coatings portfolio with strong distribution and OEM relationships, but at much larger scale and broader market focus.
- Chemical Guys: US-based broad-line car care brand with extensive detailing product portfolio. Comparable as a multi-channel consumer and professional detailing supplier but at significantly larger scale with mass-market positioning rather than specialty ceramic coating focus.
- PPG Industries: Global industrial and automotive coatings giant with deep R&D and regulatory resources. Comparable in industrial coatings segment (anti-corrosion, marine, protective) but operates at vastly larger scale across multiple end markets beyond automotive and consumer.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses3 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
IGL Coatings social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance4 records
IGL Coatings financial estimates
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IGL Coatings leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
IGL Coatings funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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IGL Coatings M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about IGL Coatings
What does IGL Coatings do?
IGL Coatings develops, manufactures, and sells nanotechnology-based ceramic coatings under the Ecocoat (protection), Ecoshine (maintenance/polish), and Ecoclean (preparation/cleaning) brands, together with the IGL Aegis industrial anti-corrosion system and marine-specific coatings. Offerings serve three end markets — automotive, marine, and industrial — and are sold worldwide via a 50+ country distributor network, a Certified Master Kenzo Applicator installer channel, OEM/private-label bulk manufacturing, and a direct e-commerce storefront.
Is IGL Coatings a public or private company?
IGL Coatings is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was IGL Coatings founded?
IGL Coatings was founded in 2015. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is IGL Coatings based?
IGL Coatings is headquartered in Shah Alam, Malaysia, in the Asia region.
How does IGL Coatings make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Product Sales - Ceramic Coatings are the primary driver. The others are industrial Anti-Corrosion Solutions, marine Ceramic Coatings, OEM/Private Label Manufacturing and tools & Accessories.
Who are IGL Coatings's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are CarPro, Koch-Chemie, Gyeon, Sonax and Gtechniq. Adam's Polishes is listed as an emerging player. Broad incumbents are Meguiar's, Axalta Coating Systems, Chemical Guys and PPG Industries.
Does IGL Coatings have an API?
No public API is recorded for IGL Coatings.
What industry is IGL Coatings in?
IGL Coatings's product category is Ceramic Coatings. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAEAGAB, Industrial & Protective Coatings, with a secondary code of IMAEAHAB, Industrial Protective Coatings. Its NAICS code is 32551 and its SIC code is 2851.