Medix

What Medix does

Medix Brasil, founded on August 13, 2008 in Cascavel, Paraná, is a privately held Brazilian manufacturer and distributor of medical and personal protective equipment, operating under the Medix&Co conglomerate group. The company sells medical disposables (syringes, needles, probes, masks, surgical gowns, dental rolls), specialty medical devices (closed suction systems for ventilated patients), and a broad portfolio of personal protective equipment including cut-resistant and chemical-resistant gloves, across multiple sub-brands organized by vertical: Hospitalar, Lab, Profissional, Safety, Vet, Farma, Odonto, and Varejo Alimentar. In 2025 the company expanded into Brazilian consumer retail with the Vida Fácil brand, launching household cleaning products such as silver-ion antibacterial cloths, stain-removing sheets, multi-use sponges, reusable roll cloths, clothespins, and trash bags compliant with ABNT NBR 9191:2025.

The business operates with 100% national production from its Cascavel headquarters and a Garuva, Santa Catarina distribution facility, generating revenue through a hybrid B2B/B2C model. B2B revenue comes from direct sales to hospitals, clinics, laboratories, pharmaceutical distributors, and industrial customers, supplemented by a national distributor network actively recruited via the 'Seja um distribuidor' program and a Medix Online B2B ordering portal. B2C revenue runs through the Vida Fácil storefront at loja.medixbrasil.com.br and retail supermarket placements across Brazil. Pricing is quote-based for B2B wholesale orders (handled via WhatsApp, +55 45 3039-4242) and unit-priced retail for consumer products.

The company pursues a sales-led, multi-channel go-to-market strategy, supplementing direct sales with participation in Brazil's major industry events including Hospitalar, Abradilan Conexão Farma, CIOSP, FISP, and Higiexpo. The brands differentiate on compliance with Brazilian standards, durable physical product characteristics (e.g., Level D-F cut resistance in steel mesh and fiberglass gloves, latex-free Class VI closed suction catheters), and national manufacturing scale. Owner/founder concentration under the Medix&Co group is implied by the absence of disclosed institutional funding rounds.

Name

Medix

Legal name

Medix Brasil

Website

https://medixbrasil.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Medix Brasil is a Brazilian manufacturer and distributor of medical disposables, personal protective equipment, and household cleaning products, serving hospitals, laboratories, industries, and consumers across Brazil through direct sales, a national distributor network, B2B portals, and the Vida Fácil consumer brand.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Supplies and Personal Protective Equipment

NAICS

Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (33911), Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113), Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112), Soap and Cleaning Compound Manufacturing (32561), Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

SIC

Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Soap, Detergents, Cleang Preparations, Perfumes, Cosmetics (2840), Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844)

akta.pro primary industry

Protective Disposable Wear (Masks, Gloves, Shoe Covers, Hairnets) (CRADALAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hand Sanitizers & Antibacterial Personal Care (CRADANAI), Personal Care Wipes & On-the-Go Hygiene (Non-medical) (CRADANAJ), Hand Hygiene & Skin Antisepsis (Soaps, Sanitizers, Surgical Scrubs, CHG Prep) (HLAHANAE), Medical & Healthcare Hygiene Disposables (Patient Wipes, Underpads) (IMAMAGAF), Diagnostic & Laboratory Packaging (Specimen Containers, Transport Tubes) (IMALAIAF)

Keywords

• Disposable medical supplies
• Personal protective equipment
• Medical device manufacturing
• Industrial safety gloves
• Household cleaning products

Headquarters

HQ city

Cascavel

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medical and Hospital Supplies B2B: Direct sales of medical devices, surgical supplies, and hospital equipment to healthcare institutions, laboratories, and pharmaceutical companies across Brazil
2. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) B2B: Sales of industrial gloves, safety eyewear, masks, and protective apparel to manufacturing, construction, and food processing companies
3. Consumer Products (Vida Fácil Brand): B2C sales of household cleaning products including trash bags, multi-use cloths, sponges, and laundry care products through retail and e-commerce
4. Distributor Network Sales: Wholesale distribution through a national network of authorized distributors covering all regions of Brazil

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Medix Brasil manufactures and distributes disposable medical supplies (syringes, needles, masks, surgical gloves, dental rolls, laboratory plasticware, and tracheal suction catheters), industrial personal protective equipment (nitrile, PVC, polyethylene, fiberglass, and steel-mesh cut-resistant and chemical-resistant gloves and apparel), and consumer household cleaning products under the Vida Fácil brand (trash bags, antibacterial multi-use cloths, stain-removing sheets, sponges, reusable roll cloths, bamboo clothespins). The company operates a national B2B distribution network plus its own consumer e-commerce storefront and Medix Online B2B portal, with 100% Brazilian national production and ABNT-standard compliance.

Product overview

Medix Brasil is a manufacturer and distributor of medical/healthcare supplies and household cleaning products operating three main brands: Medix Brasil (core medical products including syringes, needles, probes, tubes, surgical gowns, masks, and laboratory supplies), Medix Brasil Profissional (professional cleaning and industrial protection including heavy-duty gloves, wipes, aprons, and shoe covers), and Medix Vida Fácil (consumer household products including trash bags, multi-use cloths, stain-removing sheets, sponges, and reusable roll cloths). The company produces disposable medical supplies for hospitals, clinics, laboratories, and dental practices, as well as personal protective equipment (PPE) and household cleaning products for Brazilian consumers and businesses. Production is 100% national.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Medix Hospitalar: Hospital product catalog
• Medix Lab
• Medix Profissional
• Medix Safety
• Medix Vet
• Medix Farma
• Medix Odonto
• Medix Varejo Alimentar
• Vida Fácil
• Palitix
• MDXinc
• MDX Trade
• MDX Transportes

Products and services

• Sacos para Lixo Vida Fácil (Vida Fácil Trash Bags) Vida Fácil brand trash bags made from recyclable materials with 100% national Brazilian production. Available in sizes 15L, 30L, 50L, 100L, 120L, and bathroom/pia, with or without handles; features a straight-welded bottom construction for better weight distribution and compliance with ABNT NBR 9191:2025.
• Pano Multiuso Antibac Vida Fácil (Antibac Multi-Use Cloth) Multi-use cleaning cloths with silver ions delivering antibacterial action that eliminates up to 99% of bacteria from surfaces. Composed of 50% cellulose and 50% polyester, quick-drying, lint-free, and odor-resistant; available in orange, green, and blue color-coding for different rooms.
• Lenço Antimanchas Vida Fácil (Stain-Removing Sheets) Stain-removing sheets that use absorption technology to capture inks and loose pigments during washing, enabling white and colored clothes to be laundered together and saving time, water, and energy.
• Esponja Multiuso Vida Fácil (Multi-Use Sponge) Two-sided multi-use sponge with abrasive green fiber for tough dirt and foam yellow side for delicate surfaces; composed of 100% polyurethane and 100% polyester abrasive, suitable for cookware, sinks, tiles, footwear, and general surfaces.
• Pano em Rolo Reutilizável Vida Fácil (Reusable Roll Cloth) Reusable roll cloth made from Canadian cellulose with PowerLimp honeycomb-texture technology; super absorbent, soft-touch, quick-drying, composed of 80% cellulose and 20% polypropylene, supplied as a 12.47-meter roll with 58 sheets.
• Prendedores de Roupa Vida Fácil (Clothespins) Bamboo clothespins made of 100% bamboo wood; resistant, lightweight, with a smooth splinter-free finish; durable for indoor and outdoor use, weather-resistant.
• Sonda de Aspiração Sistema Fechado Supreme (Closed Suction System Catheter) Closed-system suction catheter for intubated or tracheostomized patients on mechanical ventilation, enabling simultaneous suction and ventilation with maximum safety; latex-free, available in 10FR-16FR for endotracheal and tracheostomy applications.
• Máscara Tripla Descartável (Triple-Layer Disposable Face Mask) Triple-layer disposable surgical mask with BFE ≥ 95% filter efficiency; made of 100% polypropylene with melt-blown filter layer; available in white and black with adjustable nose clip; for medical examinations and general procedures.
• Rolo Dental Não Estéril Supreme (Non-Sterile Dental Cotton Roll) Non-sterile dental cotton roll for retracting cheeks and absorbing liquids during dental procedures; made of 100% cotton in compact cylinder format, free of starch, chlorine, and impurities.
• Seringa Hipodérmica (Hypodermic Syringe) Hypodermic syringe for aspiration and administration of liquids via subcutaneous routes; transparent body for clear fluid visualization, silicone-lubricated plunger; available in Luer Lock and Luer Slip versions.
• PVX (Premium PVC Protection Glove) Premium PVC glove with internal mesh lining for chemical and mechanical protection; flexible and comfortable, available in short, medium, and long cuffs; intended for handling oily metal parts and surface treatment in industrial settings.
• NitriQ+ Long (Extended Chemical-Protection Nitrile Glove) Extended chemical-protection glove in reinforced nitrile rubber for hands and forearms; anti-slip palm surface, smooth interior finish; for industrial cleaning and handling aggressive chemicals.
• NitrilC5 Total (Level E Cut-Resistant Glove) Level E cut-resistant glove knitted from high-density polyethylene and fiberglass fibers with full nitrile coating; sandy finish on palm and fingertips for superior grip; for medium-to-heavy work involving sharp objects.
• MeshCut (Steel-Wire-Mesh Level F Cut Glove) Level F cut-resistant glove with steel wire mesh construction, extended cuff, polyamide lining for comfort, and ergonomic strap for perfect fit; intended for high-cut-risk environments such as slaughterhouses.
• RingCut (Steel Ring-Mesh Slaughterhouse Glove) Maximum cut-protection glove with high-resistance steel ring mesh construction, steel-mesh cuff for reduced contamination, ergonomic strap, and high-temperature washability; for heavy cutting in slaughterhouses and the food sector.
• Placa de Petri (Petri Dish) Cylindrical shallow Petri dish in high-transparency polystyrene, composed of base and lid, sterile and pyrogen-free, used in laboratories for cultivating microorganisms on solid culture media.
• Pipeta Pasteur Estéril (Sterile Pasteur Pipette) Sterile polyethylene Pasteur pipette for liquid transfer; flexible construction with bulb enabling complete suction; graduation in high relief for clear sample visualization.
• Sacos Herméticos Zip Lock (Zip-Lock Hermetic Storage Bags) 100% polyethylene zip-lock hermetic bag for food conservation and storage; hermetic closure protecting against air and moisture; microwave-safe and freezer-safe up to 120°C.

Quantifiable outcome

• Pano Multiuso Antibac eliminates up to 99% of bacteria from surfaces
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• 3M: Global diversified conglomerate with a major Personal Safety and Healthcare divisions; directly comparable to Medix Brasil in PPE (gloves, masks), medical supplies, and industrial protection products sold in Brazil.
• Cardinal Health: U.S. healthcare distribution and medical products company with a substantial medical-surgical and PPE portfolio; competes with Medix Brasil in the medical supply and hospital products category in broader Latin American markets.
• Kimberly-Clark: Global manufacturer of personal care and hygiene products with consumer and professional divisions; comparable to Medix Brasil's Vida Fácil consumer line and Medix Profissional industrial wipes and hygiene product categories.
• Medline Industries: Large privately held U.S. medical supply manufacturer and distributor; comparable to Medix Brasil in supplying gloves, masks, exam gowns, and a broad medical-surgical catalog to hospitals and healthcare systems.
• Honeywell International: Operates a sizeable personal protective equipment portfolio comparable to Medix Brasil Profissional, including industrial gloves, eye protection, and respiratory protection for industrial and healthcare buyers in Latin America.

Regional players

• Oxiteno (Ultrapar): Brazilian specialty chemicals company involved in cleaning, personal care, and industrial formulations; adjacent to Medix Brasil's chemical-protective glove and cleaning product businesses, and could be a relevant input supplier or strategic partner.

Direct peers

• Cremer: Major Brazilian manufacturer of medical devices, hospital disposables, and personal care products; a direct domestic competitor to Medix Brasil across syringes, gloves, dressings, and consumer hygiene products in Brazil.
• Bombril: Iconic Brazilian CPG manufacturer of household cleaning products including sponges and steel wool; a direct competitor to Medix Brasil's Vida Fácil consumer brand in the household cleaning aisle.
• Ansell: Global leader in protective gloves and PPE, including cut-resistant and chemical-protection lines that directly compete with Medix's NitrilC5, RingCut, and NitriQ+ product families in industrial and food processing verticals.

Emerging players

• Showa Group: Global manufacturer of single-use and reusable protective gloves including nitrile and chemical-protection lines; competes with Medix Brasil's industrial and medical glove portfolio in Latin American markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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