Laboratorio Gasana

What Laboratorio Gasana does

Laboratorio Gasana SRL is an Argentine privately-held manufacturer of medical wound care products and personal care items, headquartered in Ramos Mejía, Buenos Aires Province. The company produces hydrophilic sterile gauze, non-woven gauze, sterile wound dressings (including postpartum variants), bandages, hypoallergenic medical tape, petroleum jelly, hand sanitizers, surgical masks, lip balms, árnica roll-on, and biological specimen containers. Manufacturing is conducted at a single Argentine facility, with products sterilized by steam vapor and presented in individually coded sterile envelopes. The product portfolio is anchored by the Gasana brand and extended through sub-brands Hidrogasa (hydrocolloid products), Bonzen (insect repellent), and Dagasa.

The company operates a B2B distribution model, selling through pharmaceutical wholesale distributors and pharmacy retail outlets primarily in Argentina with a consolidated presence in the Mercosur region. It maintains a dedicated foreign trade function ([email protected]), indicating active cross-border commercial operations. End customers are segmented into healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and institutions) as the primary segment, and families and general consumers purchasing for home first aid. Pricing is quote-based for wholesale and bulk orders, with products offered in multiple packaging formats (individual envelopes, boxes of 100 units, bales of 200-500 units). Revenue is generated entirely through one-time product sales rather than licensing, subscription, or recurring contracts.

Laboratorio Gasana's competitive position rests on ANMAT regulatory authorization, Good Manufacturing Practices certification, and 40+ years of brand presence in Argentina. The company is led by its founder, Ricardo D'Amico, with no disclosed institutional investors, parent company, or external funding. No AI/ML capabilities, proprietary software platforms, or digital product offerings are part of the business model. Operations are deliberately focused on physical medical supplies manufacturing rather than technology-enabled healthcare services.

Name

Laboratorio Gasana

Legal name

Laboratorio Gasana

Website

https://gasana.com.ar

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Wound Care Supplies

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113), Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391), Soap and Cleaning Compound Manufacturing (32561)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047), Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844)

akta.pro primary industry

First Aid & Wound Care (Bandages, Dressings, Antiseptics, Burn Care) (CRADAMAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hand Sanitizers & Antibacterial Personal Care (CRADANAI), Hand & Body Care (Lotions, Creams, Body Oils) (CRADANAC), Dermocosmetics & Medical-Grade Skincare (CRABAAAF)

Keywords

• Wound care supplies
• Sterile medical gauze
• Medical dressings
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing
• First aid products

Headquarters

HQ city

Ramos Mejía

HQ country

Argentina

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medical Supplies Sales: Sale of medical wound care products including gauzes, dressings, bandages, antiseptic products, and personal care items through wholesale and retail pharmaceutical channels. Products sold in various packaging formats (individual units, boxes, bulk) with product codes for inventory management.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Laboratorio Gasana manufactures and distributes a portfolio of medical wound care products, including sterile hydrophilic gauze, non-woven gauze, wound dressings, bandages, hypoallergenic tape, petroleum jelly, hand sanitizers, surgical face masks, and biological specimen containers. Products are sold under the Gasana brand along with sub-brands Hidrogasa, Bonzen, and Dagasa, and are manufactured in compliance with ANMAT Good Manufacturing Practices for distribution to healthcare institutions and consumers.

Product overview

Laboratorio Gasana is a pharmaceutical laboratory specializing in medical wound care products, operating as a single-brand-focused company with multiple sub-brands. The core product portfolio centers on hydrophilic sterile gauze (Gasa Hidrófila), non-woven gauze, sterile dressings (Apósitos), bandages (Vendas), hypoallergenic tape, petroleum jelly variants, alcohol-based sanitizers, surgical face masks, and lip care products. The company also offers biological specimen containers and natural health products like árnica roll-on. Associated sub-brands include HIDROGASA (hydrocolloid products), BONZEN (insect repellent), and DAGASA, extending the portfolio beyond core medical supplies into personal care and wellness categories.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HIDROGASA: Medical products brand specializing in gasas and wound care articles, operated at hidrogasa.com.ar
• BONZEN
• DAGASA

Products and services

• Sterile Hydrophilic Gauze (Gasa Hidrófila Estéril) Sterile hydrophilic gauze available in multiple box formats and sizes from 10x10cm to 30x30cm, sterilized by steam vapor and presented in coded individual envelopes. Formats include N°1 (32 pieces per package), N°5 (160 pieces in 10 envelopes), polyethylene container packaging, and economical display variants. Designed for healthcare professionals and institutions requiring reliable wound care supplies.
• Non-Woven Sterile Gauze (Gasas No Tejidas Estériles) Non-woven sterile gauze presented in envelopes, demonstrating over 50% higher absorption than common gauze, with greater softness, neutral components that do not irritate skin, and uniformly cut edges that do not fray. Designed for clinical wound care applications.
• Sterile Wound Dressings (Apósitos Estériles) Highly absorbent sterile wound dressings made with first-quality mesh and cotton, recommended for fresh wounds due to high absorption power. Available in individual envelopes in various sizes. Includes specialized postpartum dressings with very soft cotton, individually presented and sterile, for postpartum care use.
• Finished Edge Bandages (Vendas Orilladas) Bandages with finished edges for compression, immobilization, protection or retention of compresses, dressings or pads. Also used in splints for treating fractures or dislocations. Available in multiple widths for medical and clinical applications.
• Hypoallergenic Medical Tape (Cinta Hipoalergénica) Non-woven medical tape providing adhesive strength to secure gauze or wound bandages. Latex-free and solvent-free, with built-in dispenser. Available in individual and bulk formats with or without dispenser.
• Petroleum Jelly (Vaselina) Variants High-purity flowing petroleum jelly for skin protection and softening. Variants include Original, with Coconut Oil, with Aloe Vera, and with Red Fruits. Acts as a shield against wind and extreme temperatures for skin care use.
• Hand Sanitizer Gel and Liquid (Alcohol en Gel y Sanitizante) Hand sanitization products available in gel and liquid formats, in multiple sizes from 65ml to 500ml. Formulated to sanitize hands without water or towels, non-irritating and non-drying to skin. Designed for clinical, institutional, and consumer use.
• Triple-Layer Surgical Face Masks (Barbijos Tricapa) Triple-layer disposable surgical face masks with nose clip for fixation, heat-sealed construction, and triple fold design. Designed for clinical and consumer protection applications.
• Arnica Roll-On Natural origin product with árnica, montana and andiroba extracts in 90gr roll-on format. Provides easy application, rapid absorption, refreshing effect, and relief for muscles and joints.
• Biological Specimen Containers (Envases para Uso Biológico) Hermetically sealed biological specimen containers with easy-open closure. Available in 125cc, 300cc, and 500cc sizes in individual and bulk packaging. Designed for medical and laboratory specimen collection.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 50% higher absorption than common gauzes (non-woven products)

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• HidrogasacoreOthersAssociated brand specializing in hydrophilic gauze products. The brand has its own dedicated website at hidrogasa.com.ar and is marketed alongside Gasana products.
• BonzenminorOthersAssociated brand for insect repellent products. Website at bonzen.com.ar. Part of the Gasana brand portfolio.
• DagasaminorOthersAssociated brand mentioned as part of the Gasana brand family. Website at duifrei.com.ar.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Cardinal Health: Major medical products distributor with an at-home solutions and wound care line; comparable to Gasana in the medical supplies distribution channel that also reaches Argentine and Mercosur hospital and pharmacy customers.
• Smith & Nephew: Multinational medical device company with a sizeable Advanced Wound Management division (Acticoat, Allevyn, Iodosorb); competes in the same hospital and pharmacy wound care channels that Gasana serves across Latin America.
• 3M Health Care: 3M's Health Care segment includes surgical tapes, dressings, and skin integrity products; competes in the same Argentine and Mercosur hospital and pharmacy channels that Gasana serves.
• Medline Industries: Large privately held medical supplies manufacturer and distributor with broad wound care, exam gloves, and PPE lines; comparable to Gasana as a B2B medical supplies manufacturer expanding across the Americas.
• Mölnlycke Health Care: Global wound care specialist (Mepilex, Mepitel, Exufiber) and one of the largest players in advanced and traditional wound dressings; directly comparable to Gasana's core gauze and dressing portfolio but with substantially broader R&D and international scale.
• Johnson & Johnson (Consumer Health / Wound Care): Operates the Band-Aid brand and broader wound care line in consumer and clinical channels; comparable to Gasana as a major brand competitor in gauzes, dressings, and tape across LatAm retail.
• Coloplast: Global leader in wound care and ostomy products with a deep dressings portfolio (Biatain, Comfeel); directly relevant as a multinational wound care incumbent expanding in Latin American hospital channels.
• BSN Medical (Essity): Essity-owned wound care and compression therapy brand portfolio (Leukoplast, Cutimed, JOBST); a multinational incumbent overlapping with Gasana in dressings, tapes, and bandages, particularly across Latin American distributors.

Regional players

• Renalife (Algodonera Argentina / Algodonera del Sur): Argentine regional manufacturer of cotton and gauze-based medical and hygiene products; directly comparable to Gasana as a domestic Argentine wound care/medical supplies manufacturer competing in the same pharmacy and hospital channels.

Direct peers

• Convatec: Specialist in advanced wound care, ostomy, and continence care (Aquacel, DuoDERM); closely comparable to Gasana's wound care focus but with a global hospital-channel model and deeper advanced wound care portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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