FCC

What FCC does

FCC (legal name FCC – Indústria e Comércio Ltda.) is a Brazilian materials science company founded in 1969 and headquartered in Campo Bom, Rio Grande do Sul, that develops and manufactures formulated polymer-based materials across five core technology platforms: adhesives (water-based, solvent-based, and hot melt), thermoplastic elastomers (TR, TPE, TPV, TPU, ETPU, PVC compounds), sealants (notably butyl-based), polymeric mortars (the DunDun line), and polyurea coatings. The company operates two manufacturing plants — one in Rio Grande do Sul and one in Bahia — with 600+ employees, and is the most diversified producer of thermoplastic elastomers and the largest manufacturer of butyl sealants for silos in Latin America.

FCC serves eight vertical market segments — footwear, automotive, furniture, civil construction, hygiene and health, agroindustry, household utilities, and industrial installations — with products specified into critical end applications including 90%+ of cars produced in Brazil, 100% of major Brazilian white goods brands, all 50 largest Brazilian footwear producers, and the 10 largest global hygiene brands. Technical differentiation rests on proprietary certifications (ABNT NBR 16.590 for polymeric masonry mortar, ISO 13.007 for ceramic tile adhesion, 11 GMW automotive homologations, FDA/ANVISA/Pharmacopeia compliance) and 55 years of compounding expertise.

The company operates a direct sales-led go-to-market model with technical application engineering teams distributed across Brazil and Latin America, exporting to more than 20 countries. Revenue is generated primarily through B2B hardware sales of formulated polymer materials under quote-based, customized pricing with multi-year contracts — there is no public price list and pricing is negotiated per customer application, volume, and specification. Distribution is direct-to-customer with no apparent intermediary or reseller layer, and the company has minimal digital self-serve surface beyond a customer portal.

Name

FCC

Legal name

FCC – Indústria e Comércio Ltda.

Website

https://fcc.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

FCC is a Brazilian materials science company manufacturing formulated polymer-based materials including adhesives, thermoplastic elastomers, sealants, polymer mortars, and polyurea coatings. Operating two plants with 600+ employees, it serves eight industrial verticals across Brazil and 20+ export markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Polymer Materials Manufacturing

NAICS

Adhesive Manufacturing (32552), Urethane and Other Foam Product (except Polystyrene) Manufacturing (32615), Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing (3255), Plastics Product Manufacturing (3261)

SIC

Adhesives & Sealants (2891), Miscellaneous Plastics Products (3080)

akta.pro primary industry

Tapes, Labels & Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (IMAEAGAJ)

Keywords

• Thermoplastic elastomers
• Industrial adhesives
• Polymer mortars
• Polyurea coatings
• Butyl sealants

Headquarters

HQ city

Campo Bom

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Formulated Polymer Materials Sales: FCC generates revenue primarily through the manufacture and sale of formulated polymer materials including adhesives, thermoplastic elastomers, sealants, polymer mortars, and polyurea coatings. Products are sold directly to customers across multiple industry verticals including footwear, automotive, furniture, construction, healthcare, and industrial sectors. Pricing is quote-based, tailored to customer specifications and volume.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

FCC is a Brazilian materials science company that manufactures formulated polymer-based materials including adhesives (water-based, solvent-based, hot melt), thermoplastic elastomers (TR, TPE, TPV, TPU, ETPU, PVC), butyl sealants, polymeric mortars (Massa DunDun), and polyurea coatings. Products are sold to industrial customers across footwear, automotive, construction, hygiene/health, furniture, agroindustry, household appliances, and industrial installation sectors.

Product overview

FCC (Fundação Certificação) is a Brazilian materials science company specializing in polymer development and manufacturing. Founded in 1969, the company operates 2 manufacturing plants in Rio Grande do Sul and Bahia, employing over 600 people with exports to more than 20 countries. The product portfolio consists of five core technology platforms—Adesivos (Adhesives), Elastômeros Termoplásticos (Thermoplastic Elastomers including TR, TPE, TPV, TPU, ETPU, PVC), Vedantes (Sealants), Argamassas Poliméricas (Polymeric Mortars including DunDun brand), and Revestimentos em Poliureia (Polyurea Coatings)—serving eight market segments: Footwear (Calçadista), Automotive (Automotivo), Furniture (Moveleiro), Construction (Construção Civil), Hygiene and Health (Higiene e Saúde), Agribusiness (Agroindústria), Household (Utilidades Domésticas), and Industrial Installations (Instalações Industriais). The company emphasizes sustainability through its Linha ECO product line and holds carbon neutral certification.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Massa DunDun: Polymer mortar brand for construction applications, including ceramic adhesive and block-laying mortar products. Pioneered in Brazil over a decade ago.

Products and services

• Adesivos (Adhesives) Comprehensive range of water-based, solvent-based, and hot melt adhesive formulations for footwear, furniture, construction, and automotive industries; over 40 years of formulation experience.
• Elastômeros Termoplásticos (Thermoplastic Elastomers) Portfolio of TR (super crosslinked rubber compound), TPE, TPV, TPU, ETPU, and PVC thermoplastic elastomers that are 100% recyclable and reprocessable; serves automotive, footwear, healthcare, and household appliance applications.
• Vedantes (Sealants) Butyl sealing compounds (Massa de Calafetar) and molded butyl rings for sanitary and industrial applications; serves agricultural silo manufacturers and construction projects.
• Argamassas Poliméricas - Massa DunDun (Polymeric Mortars) Polymer mortar products for block laying and ceramic tile adhesion using organized nanoparticles; the only polymer compound in Brazil with ABNT NBR 16.590 certification. Delivers up to 3x faster construction, up to 95% waste reduction, and up to 35% cost savings per m².
• Revestimentos em Poliureia (Polyurea Coatings) High-performance polyurea, polyurethane, and hybrid elastomeric coatings for corrosion protection, waterproofing, and abrasion resistance in tanks, pipelines, mining equipment, oil and gas platforms, bridges, railcars, and industrial facilities.
• Calçadista (Footwear) Solutions Complete adhesive and thermoplastic elastomer solutions for the footwear industry including water-based, solvent-based, hot melt adhesives, and ETPU, PVC, TR, and TPU materials for footwear assembly and components.
• Automotivo (Automotive) Solutions Thermoplastic elastomer solutions for automotive applications including TPV for high-temperature resistance, sealing, vibration absorption, under-hood parts, window seals, air ducts, floor mats, boots, profiles, and interior/exterior finishing meeting global automotive standards.
• Construção Civil (Construction) Solutions Polymeric solutions for construction including sealants, butyl-based waterproofing products, DunDun polymer mortar for masonry and ceramic tiles, and polyurea coatings for industrial and commercial applications.
• Higiene e Saúde (Hygiene and Health) Solutions TPE materials for syringes, toothbrushes, thermal bottles, appliances, menstrual collectors, earplugs, and other personal care products requiring skin contact and soft-touch properties; complies with ANVISA, FDA, and Brazilian/American Pharmacopoeia standards.
• Moveleiro (Furniture) Solutions Adhesives for edge banding, upholstery, and mattresses, plus thermoplastic elastomers for furniture components serving Brazilian furniture manufacturers.
• Agroindústria (Agribusiness) Solutions Butyl sealants for agricultural silo sealing, butyl tape, kit blankets for silo repairs, and elastomeric coatings for asset life extension serving Brazilian and Latin American silo manufacturers.
• Utilidades Domésticas (Household) Solutions TPE and TR materials for food containers, thermal bottles, knife handles, tool handles, appliances, and sealing applications requiring FDA and ANVISA food contact compliance.
• Instalações Industriais (Industrial Installations) Solutions Polyurea, polyurethane, and hybrid elastomeric coatings for corrosion protection, waterproofing, and abrasion resistance in tanks, pipelines, mining equipment, oil and gas platforms, bridges, railcars, parking decks, helipads, and irrigation pivots.
• Linha ECO (ECO Line) Sustainable water-based adhesive product line that reduces organic solvent presence and offers higher application yield compared to solvent-based alternatives; serves footwear and other industrial applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Construction speed increased by up to 3x using DunDun polymer mortar vs. conventional mortar
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• KanematsucoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 February 2026Kanematsu and FCC (along with Taiwanese startup KopherBit) are conducting joint development of in-vehicle TCU/OTA (Telematics Control Unit / Over-The-Air) systems. The partnership aims to achieve next-generation vehicle connectivity through integration of Vehicle Control Units (VCU) and Micro Controller Units (MCU), enabling advanced automotive connectivity solutions.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Henkel: Global leader in adhesives (Loctite, Pattex, Bonderite) and a major player in sealants and coatings. Directly comparable to FCC's adhesives business, though operates at vastly larger global scale across multiple consumer and industrial end-markets.
• Bostik (Arkema): Adhesives and sealants subsidiary of Arkema serving industrial, construction, and consumer markets globally. Comparable to FCC's adhesives and sealants portfolio, with overlap in footwear, construction, and industrial installation segments.
• Trinseo: Specialty materials company producing engineered polymers, latex binders, and plastics for automotive, construction, and consumer goods. Comparable to FCC's TPE and polymer compounds business, particularly in automotive applications.
• BASF: Largest global chemical company with broad portfolios in performance materials, industrial solutions, and coatings. Overlaps with FCC across polyurethane/TPU raw materials, adhesives, and coatings, with vastly greater scale and R&D.
• Huntsman: Global manufacturer of polyurethanes, performance products, and advanced materials. Closely comparable to FCC's TPU, polyurea, and polyurethane-based technologies, with overlap in automotive and industrial applications.

Direct peers

• Sika: Swiss specialty chemicals company focused on sealants, adhesives, and concrete/polymer systems for construction and industrial use. Highly comparable to FCC's sealant and DunDun polymer mortar businesses, with comparable B2B direct-sales and technical-support model.
• H.B. Fuller: US-based industrial adhesives manufacturer serving hygiene, packaging, construction, and automotive markets. Closely comparable to FCC's water-based, hot melt, and solvent-based adhesive offerings across similar industrial end-uses.
• Wacker Chemie: German specialty chemical company producing silicones, polymers, and bio-engineered products. Comparable to FCC's thermoplastic elastomer and specialty polymer business, with similar high-purity specialty chemical positioning.
• Mapei: Italian multinational specializing in adhesives, sealants, and chemical products for the construction industry. Most directly comparable to FCC's DunDun polymer mortar and construction sealant businesses, with similar technical-sales distribution model.
• RPM International: US specialty coatings and sealants company (Rust-Oleum parent) with portfolio in roofing, waterproofing, and corrosion protection. Comparable to FCC's polyurea and elastomeric coating business for industrial installations and infrastructure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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