What Macro International does

Macro International Co. is a private, Irvine, California-based manufacturer and supplier founded in 1984 that produces and distributes neoprene (polychloroprene) rubber sheets and rolls, NBR (nitrile butadiene rubber) foam, and 3D spacer fabrics. The company also operates a turnkey OEM manufacturing business that sources finished products from production facilities in Taiwan, China, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam, and delivers them FOB Irvine, California with insurance, shipping, duties, and customs clearance bundled in. Macro sells to 4,000+ customers across 65+ industries in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and worldwide, with use cases spanning water sports and diving, orthopedic and medical soft goods, industrial and marine flotation/shock-absorption, and consumer products.

The company's product portfolio is built around nine neoprene foam types (C, D, L, K, J, F, S, B, A foams), thicknesses from 0.5mm to 10mm+ in 0.5mm increments, multiple fabric laminations, and a range of skin finishes. Differentiated technologies include a proprietary Aqua-Based Glue (developed over 14+ years of R&D, now standard and free of VOCs), patented Breathable Neoprene (reportedly four times more breathable than standard hard-shell material), FSC-certified plant-based Ecoprene, and standard limestone-based neoprene formulations. The Irvine warehouse holds 75,000-100,000 sheets at any given time for 1-3 day fulfillment, while custom orders require a 40-sheet minimum and carry a 12-week lead time.

Macro's business model is primarily B2B inside sales conducted by phone, with no online ordering due to product complexity. Pricing is confirmed by phone rather than published, and customers range from single-sheet buyers (no minimum for in-stock items) to enterprise OEM accounts receiving dedicated local support in Irvine. Distribution combines direct North American sales, worldwide shipping, and OEM/embedded supply through Pacific Rim manufacturing partners. The company is privately held, has no disclosed parent company or institutional investors, and does not publicly report revenue.

Name

Macro International

Legal name

Macro International Co.

Website

https://macrointlco.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Macro International is a private Irvine, California-based manufacturer and supplier of neoprene rubber sheets, NBR foam, and 3D spacer fabrics, serving 4,000+ customers across 65+ industries with turnkey OEM services from Pacific Rim production facilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Irvine

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Neoprene Materials Sales: Sale of neoprene sheets and rolls in various foam types, thicknesses, fabric laminations, and skin finishes. Customers can purchase as little as one sheet from stock or place custom orders with minimum quantities.
2. 3D Spacer Fabrics Sales: Sale of 3D spacer fabrics by the yard in mesh, matte, stretchable, and non-stretchable configurations. Sold by the yard with widths of 52 inches.
3. NBR Foam Sales: Sale of NBR (Nitrile Butadiene Rubber) foam products including flotation, shock absorption, insulation, and sound absorption categories. Custom import with minimum order quantity requirements.
4. OEM Manufacturing Services: Turnkey OEM services including product manufacturing, packaging and inserts, factory communication, shipping arrangements, and customs clearances. Services conducted from Pacific Rim countries with dedicated local team in Irvine, CA. All FOB Irvine, CA including insurance, overseas shipping, import duties, and customs clearance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Macro International manufactures and supplies neoprene rubber sheets and rolls in multiple foam types, thicknesses, fabric laminations, and skin finishes, alongside 3D spacer fabrics, NBR foam products, and sports performance fabrics. The company also provides full-service OEM manufacturing from Pacific Rim factories, including design consultation, prototyping, packaging, shipping, and customs clearance. Sales are direct, phone- and inquiry-based rather than online, with an in-house sales team navigating complex product specifications.

Product overview

Macro International is a leading supplier of neoprene rubber sheets and related materials in North America, operating since 1984 with headquarters in Irvine, CA. The product portfolio is organized around four core offerings: Neoprene Rubber Sheets and Rolls (primary product line with 9 foam types, multiple thicknesses, fabric laminations, and skin finishes); 3D Spacer Fabrics (breathable neoprene alternative with woven three-layer construction); NBR Foam Products (four categories: Flotation, Shock Absorption, Insulation & Cushioning, Sound Absorption); and OEM Services (manufacturing from Pacific Rim countries including design consultations, prototyping, and mass production). Supporting products include Medical Soft Products (orthopedic supports and braces), specialty neoprene variants (Breathable Neoprene with patented technology, Ecoprene plant-based sustainable neoprene, Aqua Based Glue for VOC-free lamination), and performance fabrics (CoolPlus, PBT, Polypropylene, UV Protection). The company stocks 75,000-100,000 sheets at any time and ships worldwide from its California warehouse.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Ecoprene: Plant-based sustainable neoprene made from 100% renewable natural rubber sourced from FSC-certified plantations.

Products and services

• Neoprene Rubber Sheets and Rolls Primary product line of polychloroprene (synthetic rubber) sheets and rolls in various foam types, thicknesses, fabric laminations, and skin finishes; standard offering is limestone-based. Sold as single sheets (approximately 47" x 87") or rolls (approximately 47" x 609") to manufacturers of water sports gear, medical soft goods, and consumer products.
• 3D Spacer Fabrics Breathable three-layer woven spacer fabrics available in mesh, matte, stretchable, and non-stretchable configurations, 1–5 mm thickness, sold by the yard at 52-inch widths. Mimics neoprene's compression and support characteristics while providing superior ventilation for automotive seating, wheelchair covers, footwear, and apparel.
• NBR Foam Products Nitrile Butadiene Rubber closed-cell foam products organized into four specialty categories: Flotation, Shock Absorption, Insulation & Cushioning, and Sound Absorption. Chemical- and oil-resistant material for life vests, PFDs, protective head gear, elbow and knee pads, tank insulation sleeves, roofing underlayment, and sound studio wall lining. Custom import with a 100-sheet minimum order.
• OEM Manufacturing Services Turnkey Original Equipment Manufacturer services conducted from Pacific Rim factories in Taiwan, China, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam, including design consultation, prototyping, mass production, packaging and inserts, tagging, shipping arrangements, customs clearance, and insurance. All orders are FOB Irvine, CA including overseas shipping, import duties, and customs. Targets brand owners and distributors seeking a one-stop import and manufacturing partner.
• Medical Soft Products (OEM) OEM manufacturing of medical and orthopedic soft goods including ankle supports, clavicle supports, elbow supports, foot orthotics, insoles, knee supports, lumbar supports, shoulder immobilizers, wrist supports, and plastic injection parts. Served by a dedicated medical soft goods line within Macro's OEM services.
• Breathable Neoprene Patented truly breathable neoprene engineered for outdoor activity applications. Four times more breathable than regular outdoor hard shell material; the entire sheet is breathable, unlike perforated (Airprene) neoprene which is breathable only through perforations.
• Ecoprene (Plant-Based Sustainable Neoprene) 100% plant-based neoprene made from renewable natural rubber sourced from Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified plantations. Proprietary purification process removes biological contaminants common in natural rubber. Available with a 40-sheet minimum order at premium pricing.
• Two-Tone Ecoflex Heather Neoprene Neoprene laminated with heather fabric interwoven from mixed-color yarns to produce a two-tone appearance, made of 91% recycled polyester and 9% spandex. 13 colorful choices available, with 3 in stock; eco-friendly with good stretch properties.
• FGJ White Polyester Fabric (Neoprene Lamination) White polyester fabric laminated onto neoprene designed for sublimation printing with excellent printing results at 400–420°F. Offered as an alternative to DP465 and FPR465 products.
• Sports Performance Fabrics Sports performance fabric line including CoolPlus Wicking Fabric, PBT Fabric, Polypropylene, and UV Protection Series. Offered through overseas manufacturing facilities for apparel and sports applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Four times more breathable than regular outdoor hard shell material
• +1 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sheico Group: Taiwan-based global manufacturer of neoprene sheets, wetsuits, and related rubber foam products with OEM/ODM services. Directly comparable to Macro in product (neoprene sheets and rolls), customer base (apparel and water sports brands), and Asian production model.
• Sedo Engineering & Chemicals: Specialty chemicals and neoprene manufacturer supplying laminated neoprene sheets and technical foam products. Closely comparable to Macro in product portfolio (neoprene sheets, laminations) and customer focus on apparel and industrial end markets.
• Perfectex Plus: International neoprene sheet and fabric supplier offering laminated neoprene, polyester/spandex laminations, and finished materials. Direct competitor to Macro in the wholesale neoprene sheets market serving apparel and accessory manufacturers.
• Nam Liong Enterprise: Taiwan-based manufacturer of neoprene sponge rubber, sponge rubber sheets, and technical rubber products. Competes directly with Macro in neoprene sheet supply to apparel, water sports, and industrial applications across multiple foam chemistries.
• Allneoprene: Online-focused neoprene and rubber foam product retailer offering sheets, rolls, and laminated products to small and mid-size buyers. Comparable to Macro in product category but differentiated by an e-commerce-first sales model that contrasts with Macro's phone-based approach.

Emerging players

• Martin Rubber Company of Ohio: US custom rubber manufacturer producing molded, extruded, and fabricated rubber products including sheet, gasket, and seal items. Comparable to Macro in US-based custom fabricated rubber manufacturing serving industrial customers.
• Rubber-Cal: US-based supplier of rubber sheets, mats, foam products, and elastomeric fabricated items. Comparable to Macro in serving industrial and commercial buyers of rubber sheet products, with overlap in foam rubber categories.

Broad incumbents

• Denka Company Limited: Japanese chemical manufacturer that is a leading global producer of chloroprene rubber (neoprene). As a major upstream neoprene producer, Denka operates at significantly greater scale than Macro across broader chemical and elastomer product lines.
• Arlanxeo: World-leading synthetic rubber producer offering a broad portfolio of elastomers including nitrile butadiene rubber (NBR) and polychloroprene. Comparable to Macro in raw material chemistry but operates as a much larger specialty chemicals incumbent.
• Wacker Chemie: German chemical company producing silicones, polymers, and specialty elastomers with global manufacturing scale. Comparable in producing rubber and foam-based materials for industrial and consumer applications, but at significantly larger scale and broader chemical scope than Macro.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Investors

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