Klaukol

What Klaukol does

Klaukol is a product brand of Sika Argentina — the Argentine subsidiary of the Swiss-listed Sika Group — that manufactures and distributes cement-based construction chemicals for the domestic Argentine market. The brand's portfolio is organized into three core lines: Adhesivos (tile adhesives, including the waterproof Klaukol Impermeable), Pastinas (grouts, including the seamless Klaukol Design grout for large-format porcelain and the ready-to-use acrylic Klaukol Deco in 12 colors), and Morteros (mortars, including the patented Klaukol Rapibrick elevation mortar). The underlying technology rests on cementitious formulations with specialized additives — notably hydrophobic additives and a cal-free composition in RapiBrick — that deliver measurable performance advantages such as 20x yield and 4x faster application versus traditional mortars.

Revenue is generated through one-time purchase sales of construction materials via an authorized distributor network spanning Argentina, supported by direct enterprise contact channels for technical and project inquiries. The primary customer segment is professional tile installers ("Colocadores"), with DIY/consumer renovators as a secondary segment. Go-to-market combines a national distributor footprint (with a "Puntos de venta" locator), a multi-city installer competition and training program ("En Busca del Colocador") running in Rosario, Córdoba, and Mendoza, social media presence under Klaukol Argentina and Sika Argentina, and digital tools including the Klaukol Go! service platform and an online product quantity calculator. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and customers are directed to contact distributors or use the website contact form for quotes.

Operationally, Klaukol is positioned as a category leader in Argentina's adhesives and grouts market, backed by Sika Group's global R&D, procurement, and distribution infrastructure. The brand aligns with the parent's "Estrategia 2028" sustainability framework, maintains an ESG policy set and a published Sustainability Report, and operates from the Sika Argentina headquarters at Juan B. Alberdi 5250, Caseros, Province of Buenos Aires.

Name

Klaukol

Legal name

Sika Argentina

Website

https://klaukol.com.ar

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Klaukol is an Argentine construction materials brand under Sika Argentina (Sika Group) that manufactures and distributes tile adhesives, grouts, and mortars — including the patented Rapibrick elevation mortar — through a nationwide distributor network serving professional tile installers and DIY consumers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Materials (Tile Adhesives, Grouts, and Mortars)

NAICS

Adhesive Manufacturing (32552), Cement and Concrete Product Manufacturing (3273)

SIC

Adhesives & Sealants (2891), Concrete, Gypsum & Plaster Products (3270)

akta.pro primary industry

Tile Setting Materials (Mortars, Mastics & Grouts) (IMADAOAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Concrete Repair, Crack Injection & Grouts (IMADAOAD), Construction Adhesives (Structural & Non-Structural) (IMADAOAA), Mortar, Grout & Masonry Cements (IMADABAL)

Keywords

• Tile adhesives
• Construction grouts
• Cement mortars
• Building materials
• Waterproof adhesives

Headquarters

HQ city

Caseros

HQ country

Argentina

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Construction Materials Sales: Revenue generated from manufacturing and selling adhesive, grout, and mortar products to construction professionals and consumers through distributor networks. Products are sold as one-time purchases for construction and renovation projects.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Klaukol manufactures and distributes a portfolio of construction materials in Argentina organized into three core product lines: Adhesivos (tile and ceramic adhesives), Pastinas (grouts for tile joints), and Morteros (cementitious mortars). The portfolio includes specialized variants such as the patented RapiBrick elevation mortar, Klaukol Impermeable waterproof adhesive, Klaukol Design premium grout for large-format porcelain, and Klaukol Deco ready-to-use acrylic interior grout.

Product overview

Klaukol is a brand under Sika Argentina offering a comprehensive portfolio of construction materials organized into three core product lines: Adhesivos (tile adhesives), Pastinas (grouts), and Morteros (mortars). The brand includes specialized variants such as Klaukol Impermeable (waterproof adhesive), Klaukol Design (seamless grout for large-format porcelain), and Klaukol Deco (ready-to-use acrylic interior grout in 12 colors). The portfolio also features the patent-protected Klaukol Rapibrick elevation mortar. Beyond products, Klaukol offers digital tools including Klaukol Go! service and a project calculator. The brand positions itself as a leader in Argentina for tile adhesives and grouts, with a focus on sustainability initiatives and professional installer support through events like 'En Busca del Colocador'.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Klaukol Go!: Digital platform for customers to find solutions and services.
• Klaukol Impermeable
• Klaukol Design
• Klaukol Deco

Products and services

• Adhesivos (Tile Adhesives) Core product line of tile and construction adhesives for bonding ceramic tiles, porcelain, and other materials to a variety of substrates. Used by professional tile installers and DIY consumers for residential and commercial projects across Argentina.
• Pastinas (Grouts) Core product line of grouts formulated for filling joints between tiles, available in a range of formulations including waterproof, stain-resistant, and acrylic variants. Targeted at tile installers and consumers for finishing floor and wall tile installations.
• Morteros (Mortars) Core product line of cementitious mortars used in construction applications, including the patented Rapibrick elevation mortar variant for laying non-structural ceramic bricks in interior and exterior applications.
• Klaukol Impermeable Waterproof tile adhesive formulated for wet-area applications including bathrooms, shower walls, and exterior surfaces where moisture resistance is required.
• Klaukol Design Premium waterproof, stain-resistant grout with a smooth finish engineered to minimize the visual appearance of joints in large-format porcelain tile installations, preserving color integrity over the lifetime of the installation.
• Klaukol Deco Ready-to-use acrylic interior grout for floor and wall tile joints that can be applied directly over existing grout, providing waterproof properties suitable for intermittent moisture areas (shower edges and walls) with antifungal protection. Available in 12 colors.
• Klaukol Rapibrick Patent-protected cementitious elevation mortar with hydrophobic additives and a lime-free formulation suitable for contact with iron. Delivers 20x higher yield and 4x faster application than traditional mortar systems, up to 4x more economical, with 5x lower transport costs, better thermal insulation, and reduced waste. Designed for laying non-structural ceramic bricks in interior and exterior applications and applied via piping bag or spray machine.

Quantifiable outcome

• RapiBrick delivers 4x faster application and 20x superior performance compared to traditional mortar systems
• +1 more outcomes

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

One partnership is on record.

• Sika GroupcoreOthersKlaukol is a brand under Sika Argentina, which is part of the global Sika Group. This is a parent-subsidiary relationship where Klaukol operates as a product brand within the larger construction materials company. Sika Argentina provides corporate infrastructure, R&D capabilities, and distribution networks, while Klaukol focuses on the adhesive and grout product category in the Argentine market.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mapei: Mapei is a global leader in tile installation systems, offering adhesives, grouts, mortars, and waterproofing products directly comparable to Klaukol's portfolio. It is the most cited direct competitor in the global tile adhesive category, with strong presence in Latin America including Argentina.
• ARDEX: ARDEX is a global specialist manufacturer of specialty construction materials including tile adhesives, grouts, and self-leveling underlayments. It directly parallels Klaukol's product architecture of premium performance mortars and grouts for professional tile installers.
• Weber (Saint-Gobain): Weber is the tile adhesives and grouts brand of Saint-Gobain, a global building materials major. It competes head-to-head with Klaukol in Argentina on tile-setting mortars, grouts, and facade systems, with overlapping customer base of professional installers and similar distribution model through building materials retailers.
• LATICRETE: LATICRETE is a US-headquartered manufacturer specializing in tile and stone installation systems including adhesives, grouts, and waterproofing membranes. Its product mix overlaps almost entirely with Klaukol's adhesives, pastinas, and morteros categories.
• Kerakoll: Kerakoll is an Italian specialist in tile adhesives, grouts, and eco-building products with a strong innovation and sustainability positioning. It competes directly with Klaukol's premium grout and adhesive offerings (notably Klaukol Design and Impermeable) in the large-format porcelain and waterproof segments.

Broad incumbents

• Bostik (Arkema): Bostik is Arkema's global adhesives and sealants business, with construction adhesives and tile installation products that overlap with Klaukol's portfolio. As a broad incumbent backed by a specialty chemicals major, it competes on scale, distribution, and product breadth.
• Fosroc: Fosroc is a global construction chemicals supplier offering tile adhesives, grouts, concrete repair mortars, and waterproofing systems. Its product portfolio and end-customer base (professional contractors, distributors) closely mirrors Klaukol's, though it is typically present more in commercial than retail channels.
• Ceresit (Henkel): Ceresit is Henkel's construction chemicals brand offering tile adhesives, grouts, sealants, and facade systems. As part of a large global consumer and adhesives conglomerate, it competes with Klaukol across the professional tile installer channel and DIY retail shelf.

Others

• Sika AG: Sika AG is the Swiss-listed parent group of Sika Argentina (and therefore of Klaukol). As Klaukol's ultimate parent, it is included as the parent corporation reference — not a competitor — but is materially relevant for cap structure, R&D pipeline, and strategic context of the Klaukol brand.

Regional players

• Pegamil: Pegamil is an Argentine regional manufacturer of cement-based tile adhesives and construction mortars. It is a direct local competitor in Klaukol's home market, competing primarily on price in the domestic professional and DIY segments.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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