Colorfix Masterbatches

What Colorfix Masterbatches does

Colorfix Masterbatches is a privately held Brazilian specialty-chemical manufacturer founded in 1990 and headquartered in Colombo, Paraná, with regional offices in São Caetano do Sul (São Paulo) and a distribution center in Jaboatão dos Guararapes (Pernambuco). The company develops and sells masterbatches — color concentrates used to pigment thermoplastics such as PE, PP, PS and ABS — alongside a broad additives portfolio and proprietary visual-effect product lines. It employs between 101 and 250 staff, operates approximately three sites across Brazil, and serves diverse end-markets including automotive, white goods, cosmetics, food packaging, medical and hospital products, toys, construction, and flexible and rigid packaging.

The company's technology platform rests on three pillars. First, the Marble line reproduces natural effects — stone, wood, mother-of-pearl, bird plumage and landscapes — through proprietary chemistry exploiting differential polymer physical and chemical characteristics; the company states this is the only such industrial-scale capability in Brazil. Second, the Revora sub-brand advances sustainable masterbatches, with the flagship Revora Poly-G platform delivering graphene nanoplatelet (GNP) masterbatches that overcome the long-standing industry challenge of dispersing graphene homogeneously at low concentrations; this product has been in commercial operation for over two years in flexible packaging. Third, the Linha Aditivos FIX includes more than ten specialized additives (BACTFIX bactericidal, BLOCKFIX antiblocking, FLAMEFIX retardant, MELTFIX flow modifier, UVFIX, DESMOLFIX, and others) addressing process optimization and end-product properties. Supporting tools include the Color Id mobile application, used by sales representatives for color matching, and an annual Catálogo de Cores e Tendências (Colors & Trends) catalog published for over a decade.

Commercially, Colorfix operates a B2B direct-sales model targeting plastic manufacturers and converters across Brazil, supported by three offices, technical-sales consultation, and participation in industry fairs such as Feiplastic and European graphene conferences. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; revenue is generated primarily through one-time sales of masterbatch and additive shipments. The business is supported by stacked quality, environmental and sustainability certifications (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISCC PLUS, Selo Clima Paraná Categoria A, Selo Sesi ODS) plus product-level regulatory compliance (FDA, ANVISA, RoHS). Quantified technical claims include up to 350% PP fluidity improvement with MELTFIX at low addition rates, an approximately 10-year antimicrobial mechanism of action for BACTFIX at 1–3.5% loading, and graphene-enabled packaging thinning without mechanical-performance loss. The company is founder-led under CEO Francielo Fardo with no disclosed external funding rounds, parent company, or M&A activity.

Name

Colorfix Masterbatches

Legal name

Colorfix Masterbatches

Website

https://colorfix.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Colorfix Masterbatches is a Brazilian manufacturer of color concentrates, specialty additives, and proprietary visual-effect masterbatches for plastics converters, serving automotive, white-goods, cosmetics, food packaging, medical, and packaging customers across Brazil.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Polymer Masterbatches and Plastic Additives

NAICS

Synthetic Dye and Pigment Manufacturing (32513), Synthetic Dye and Pigment Manufacturing (325130)

SIC

Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890)

akta.pro primary industry

Masterbatch Manufacturing (Color, Additive, White/Black) (IMANABAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Color Masterbatches & Dispersions (IMAEAHAK), Colors & Color Systems (Natural/Artificial, Caramel Colors) (CRADAOAG)

Keywords

• Color masterbatches
• Plastic additives
• Polymer colorants
• Thermoplastic concentrates
• Special effect pigments

Headquarters

HQ city

Colombo

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Masterbatch Sales: Sale of color concentrates (masterbatches) for thermoplastic pigmentation, including standard colors, specialty effects (Marble lines), and additives. B2B model selling to plastic manufacturers and converters.
2. Revora Brand Products: Sustainable product line under Revora brand including Revora Poly-G (graphene masterbatch), RevoraBio, RevoraVerde, RevoraPCR for environmentally conscious plastic solutions.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Colorfix Masterbatches manufactures color concentrates (masterbatches) and a portfolio of more than ten specialized additives for thermoplastic pigmentation and processing, sold B2B to plastic manufacturers and converters. Its offerings include standard color concentrates, the Marble line of visual-effect concentrates that reproduce natural materials such as stone, wood, and mother-of-pearl, the Revora sustainable sub-brand featuring Revora Poly-G graphene-nanoplatelet masterbatches for flexible packaging, the Aditivos FIX functional additive range, and the Color Id mobile application for color identification.

Product overview

Colorfix Masterbatches is a Brazilian manufacturer of color concentrates (masterbatches) and additives for the plastics industry. The core offering consists of Concentrados (masterbatches) for thermoplastic pigmentation, complemented by the Linha Aditivos FIX with over ten specialized additives covering bactericides, antiblocking agents, flame retardants, clarifiers, and process aids. The Marble Line provides visual effect concentrates reproducing natural materials like stone, wood, and mother-of-pearl. The company publishes annual Catálogo de Cores e Tendências color trend catalogs and operates the Revora sustainable sub-brand including graphene-based Revora Poly-G technology. Color Id is a mobile application for color identification. The product portfolio serves diverse segments including automotive, white goods, household items, cosmetics, toys, food, agriculture, construction, packaging, and medical/hospital applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Revora: Sustainable masterbatches brand offering bio-based solutions, recycled content products, and graphene technology including Revora Poly-G for packaging applications.
• Color Id
• Marble
• Linha Aditivos FIX
• Cores & Tendências (Colors & Trends)

Products and services

• Concentrados (Masterbatches) Color concentrates (masterbatches) for thermoplastic pigmentation, mixed into base polymers during plastics manufacturing to impart color to finished plastic products. Sold B2B to plastic manufacturers and converters.
• Linha Aditivos FIX Line of more than ten specialized additives for thermoplastic processing, including bactericides, antiblocking agents, clarifiers, demolding agents, flame retardants, UV stabilizers, and process aids (BACTFIX, BLOCKFIX, CLEARFIX, DESMOLFIX, FLAMEFIX, MELTFIX, OXIFIX, PROCESSFIX, PURGFIX, SELOFIX, SKIDFIX, SLIPFIX, STATICFIX, UVFIX, VIRALFIX, WHITEFIX). Designed to enhance processing and final-product properties for plastic manufacturers.
• Marble Line Color concentrates capable of reproducing the natural visual effects of rocks, wood, mother-of-pearl, bird plumage, and natural landscapes in plastics. Enables substitution of natural materials where their use would be difficult or unviable. For plastic manufacturers serving design, interior, packaging, and consumer-product applications.
• Revora Poly-G Masterbatch based on graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) that overcomes the industry challenge of homogeneously dispersing graphene at low concentrations, enabling mechanical performance and material-reduction benefits in flexible packaging with a plug-and-play industrial concept.
• Revora Sustainable Sub-brand Sustainable product sub-brand under Colorfix covering bio-based, recycled-content, carbon-footprint-reduced, and graphene-based formulations, including Revora Poly-G (graphene technology), RevoraBio, RevoraPCR (post-consumer recycled content), RevoraVerde (green solutions), and RevoraAdi (additive concentrates).
• Color Id Mobile Application Mobile application that identifies colors requested by clients for faster and more assertive color matching, allowing commercial representatives to perform online readings to identify tonalities and suggest variants and technical specifications.
• Marble Essence Collection Special Marble effect collection designed for premium packaging, household utilities, cosmetics, fashion, and interior design applications.
• World Cup 2026 Special Colors Special edition color masterbatches inspired by football culture and Brazilian identity (Azul Futebol Arte, Verde Vibra Brasil, Amarelo Estrela Hexa) developed for World Cup 2026 market anticipation.

Quantifiable outcome

• Meltfix additive can increase PP fluidity by up to 350% at low application percentages
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Quebrada do BasqueteminorOthersSports sponsorship partnership supporting a basketball movement that gives visibility to athletes and promotes social inclusion. Part of Colorfix's commitment to social responsibility through sports.
• Sociedade Esportiva KingsminorOthersSports sponsorship supporting a team that promotes athlete development and values like teamwork, respect and dedication. Colorfix supports basketball as a tool for social transformation.
• Graphene 2026 ConferencecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerColorfix selected to present at Europe's largest graphene conference, showcasing Revora Poly-G technology and sharing results from over 2 years of commercial operation in flexible packaging applications.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Sukano: Swiss-based developer of specialty masterbatches focused on sustainable, recycled-content, and bio-based solutions. Comparable to Colorfix's Revora sub-brand in positioning around circular and bio-based masterbatches, but at smaller scale.

Direct peers

• Tosaf Compounds: Israeli-headquartered global masterbatch and additive producer with a portfolio of color, white, black, and additive masterbatches. Closely matches Colorfix's combination of color concentrates plus the Linha Aditivos FIX functional additives.
• RTP Company: Specialty compounder of custom-engineered thermoplastic compounds including color and additive masterbatches. Highly comparable to Colorfix's specialty color and additive positioning serving performance-driven applications.
• Polyplast Müller Group: European masterbatch manufacturer focused on color and additive masterbatches for thermoplastics, with strong effect and specialty color capabilities. Directly comparable in product mix to Colorfix's color and special-effect portfolio.
• Ampacet Corporation: One of the world's largest independent masterbatch manufacturers, producing color and additive masterbatches for plastic converters globally. Direct competitor to Colorfix in color concentrates, with broader product depth and international scale.
• Cromex: Brazilian masterbatch and color concentrate manufacturer serving plastic converters across South America. Direct domestic competitor to Colorfix in the same Brazilian market, with overlapping product categories and customer base.
• Plásticos Macril: Brazilian producer of color masterbatches, additive masterbatches, and compounds for the plastics industry. Closely comparable Brazilian peer competing with Colorfix in color concentrates and special effects.

Broad incumbents

• Cabot Corporation: Global specialty chemicals company and a leading producer of carbon black used in black masterbatches and conductive compounds. Broader incumbent in the masterbatch value chain, particularly in black and conductive masterbatch applications.
• Avient Corporation: Large specialty polymer materials company with a significant color and additive masterbatch business (formerly PolyOne). Competes broadly with Colorfix in color masterbatches and performance additives, but as part of a much larger portfolio of engineered materials.
• Heubach Group: Global pigments and colorants producer (including the former Clariant Color business), supplying pigments and pigment preparations used in masterbatches and inks. Adjacent incumbent competing with Colorfix at the pigment-preparation step of the value chain.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/colorfixmaster
• Facebookfacebook.com/colorfix.master
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/colorfix

Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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