Kurz Do Brasil Folhas E Maqs Estampagem A Quente Ltda

What Kurz Do Brasil Folhas E Maqs Estampagem A Quente Ltda does

KURZ do Brasil Folhas E Maqs Estampagem A Quente Ltda is the Brazilian operating subsidiary of the Germany-based KURZ Group, a family-owned industrial materials company founded in 1899. Established in Brazil in 1974 and headquartered in São Paulo's Barra Funda district, the entity has operated in the local market for 52 years and functions as the regional hub for Latin American commercial and technical operations. The parent group operates 10+ manufacturing facilities, 30 subsidiaries, and 5,800+ employees across 50+ countries, with KURZ do Brasil housing a Centro Técnico Horst Kinter that delivers turn-key custom engineering and process integration.

The company sells ultra-thin decorative and functional films applied through hot stamping (heat-and-pressure transfer) and cold stamping (adhesive-based, no-heat) processes. Its technology portfolio includes proprietary KINEGRAM optical variable devices for high-security banknote and government document applications, TRUSTSEAL SFX 3D holography, LUMAFIN translucent iridescent finishes, ECOFIN sustainable decorative solutions, IMD/IML in-mold decoration, and IME (in-mold electronics) integrating transparent sensor substrates for automotive human-machine interfaces. The company also distributes thermal transfer ribbons (wax, wax-resin, resin) for coding and labeling, and industrial finishing machinery under the ISIMAT brand and proprietary models such as the KR-300-IAS (launched 2025 for cylindrical geometries) and KRF-50.

KURZ do Brasil operates an enterprise sales motion with direct commercial engagement, technical sales support, and project-based specification through the on-site technology center. Revenue is generated from one-time sales of films and ribbons, hardware sales of embellishment machinery, and professional services for custom tooling, devices, and production line integration. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The company serves automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers (Audi, Volkswagen, Stellantis), premium cosmetics and beverage brands (O Boticário, Johnnie Walker, Jägermeister, Varvaglione, Tea Amo), packaging converters, pharmaceutical anti-counterfeiting customers (Profilabel), government/central bank (Casa da Moeda), and industrial/consumer goods manufacturers (Black+Decker), supported by ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, TISAX, and GDPR compliance certifications.

Name

Kurz Do Brasil Folhas E Maqs Estampagem A Quente Ltda

Legal name

KURZ DO BRASIL FOLHAS E MAQS ESTAMPAGEM A QUENTE LTDA

Website

https://kurz.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

KURZ do Brasil is the São Paulo-based Brazilian subsidiary of Germany's KURZ Group, supplying hot and cold stamping films, holograms, in-mold electronics, and finishing machinery to automotive, cosmetics, packaging, security, and pharmaceutical customers across Latin America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Decorative Films and Surface Finishing Equipment

NAICS

Paint and Coating Manufacturing (325510), Synthetic Dye and Pigment Manufacturing (32513), Electroplating, Plating, Polishing, Anodizing, and Coloring (332813)

SIC

Unsupported Plastics Film & Sheet (3081), Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels & Allied Prods (2851), Coating, Engraving & Allied Services (3470)

akta.pro primary industry

Label Stock, Inks, Coatings & Laminates (Materials Supply) (IMALAKAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Flexible Packaging Printing & Decoration (Flexo, Gravure, Digital, Cold Foil) (IMALABAM), Labels & Pressure-Sensitive Materials (labelstock, PSA labels, liners) (IMAMAHAE), Labeling, Coding & Marking Equipment (Labelers, Inkjet, Laser) (IMALAOAD), Tapes, Labels & Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (IMAEAGAJ)

Keywords

• Hot stamping films
• Cold stamping foil
• Security holograms
• Decorative surface finishing
• Thermal transfer ribbons

Headquarters

HQ city

São Paulo

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, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Decorative Hot Stamping and Cold Stamping Films: Sale of ultra-thin decorative films (metallic, pigmented, holographic) for surface finishing applications across packaging, automotive, cosmetics, and consumer goods industries.
2. Security Solutions and Holograms: High-security optical solutions including KINEGRAM® for government documents and banknotes, and TRUSTSEAL® anti-counterfeiting labels for brand protection.
3. Embellishment Machines: Manufacturing and sale of hot stamping, cold transfer, and digital finishing machines (ISIMAT brand) for precision surface decoration in industrial production.
4. Technical Services and Custom Development: Turn-key project development, custom tooling and device manufacturing through the Horst Kinter Technology Center, including process specification and production line integration support.
5. Ribbons and Thermal Transfer Products: Wax, wax-resin, and resin ribbons for thermal transfer printing, used in labeling, barcoding, and coding applications across logistics, retail, and industrial sectors.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

KURZ do Brasil manufactures and sells ultra-thin decorative films (metallic, pigmented, holographic) applied through hot stamping and cold stamping processes to substrates used in packaging, labels, automotive components, and consumer goods. The company also supplies high-security optical devices such as KINEGRAM® for government documents and banknotes, anti-counterfeiting labels under TRUSTSEAL®/SCRIBOS, industrial finishing machines (ISIMAT, KR-300-IAS, KRF-50, DM-MAXLINER), thermal transfer ribbons for coding/labeling, and in-mold electronics/sensor solutions. Turn-key project development, custom tooling, and process integration are delivered through the in-house Centro Técnico Horst Kinter.

Product overview

KURZ is a global leader in surface finishing and decoration technologies, specializing in Hot Stamping and Cold Stamping solutions. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio including thermal transfer ribbons (wax, wax-resin, resin), holographic security technologies (KINEGRAM®, TRUSTSEAL® SFX), decorative finishing products (LUMAFIN®, LUXOR® Gold, ECOFIN®), industrial machinery (ISIMAT, KRF-50, DM-MAXLINER, KR-300-IAS), and sensor/electronics technologies (IME, POLYIC). The product ecosystem also includes brand protection solutions, process technologies (IMD, IML), and digital services under the KURZ Digital brand. KURZ serves diverse markets including packaging, cosmetics, automotive, security/documents, beverages, pharma, food, fashion/textiles, and consumer electronics through surface finishing, security, and digital solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• KURZ: Global leader in decorative film technologies and hot/cold stamping solutions
• LUMAFIN
• TRUSTSEAL
• KINEGRAM
• LUXOR
• ECOFIN
• ISIMAT
• KURZ DIGITAL
• H+M (Hinderer+Mühlich)

Products and services

• Hot Stamping Decorative Films Heat- and pressure-based decorative films (metallic, pigmented, holographic) that are transferred onto substrates to deliver premium surface finishes on packaging, labels, automotive parts, cosmetics, and consumer goods. Used by brand owners, packaging converters, and automotive suppliers.
• Cold Stamping / Cold Foil Films Adhesive-based metallic finishing films that apply foil without heat, suitable for high-speed flexographic and label production lines, enabling durable metallic finishes over large coverage areas. Used by label and packaging converters.
• KINEGRAM® Security OVD High-security optical variable device technology that provides tamper-evident, counterfeit-resistant features for government documents, banknotes, and identity documents. Supplied to central banks, national mints, and government agencies such as Casa da Moeda.
• TRUSTSEAL® SFX 3D Holography Proprietary 3D holography technology that creates three-dimensional, liquid-jewel visual effects on labels and packaging, used for premium brand differentiation and anti-counterfeiting on products such as Varvaglione EVO Olive Oil.
• LUMAFIN® Translucent Iridescent Finish Translucent and iridescent hot stamping finish that delivers glass-like visual depth and a dynamic appearance on labels and packaging. Used by beverage and cosmetics brands such as Tea Amo.
• LUXOR® Gold Hot Stamping Foil Premium gold-tone hot stamping foil used for elegant and high-end label finishing on spirits, cosmetics, and limited-edition packaging such as the Varvaglione centenary label.
• ECOFIN® Sustainable Finishing Solution Sustainable decorative finishing solution that combines environmental performance with premium surface quality, designed for customers seeking to reduce environmental impact without compromising aesthetics.
• ISIMAT Finishing Machines Brand of industrial finishing machines (hot stamping, cold transfer, digital finishing) designed for superior finishing effects on plastic tubes, squeeze tubes, and glass bottles, sold to packaging manufacturers.
• KR-300-IAS Automatic Hot Stamping Machine Automatic hot stamping machine designed for cylindrical geometries, with high productivity, precise registration, and premium finish quality. Targeted at packaging and cosmetic tube manufacturers.
• KRF-50 Marking and Engraving Equipment Industrial marking and engraving equipment for surface finishing on complex geometries, used in industrial production environments.
• DM-MAXLINER Industrial Printing Equipment Industrial printing equipment designed for label and packaging production lines, supplied as part of KURZ's finishing equipment portfolio.
• POLYIC Transparent Sensors and IME (In-Mold Electronics) Transparent sensor technology (POLYIC) and in-mold electronics (IME) that integrate multi-touch sensors into molded surfaces in a single production step, enabling intelligent HMI panels in automotive interiors and consumer devices. Sold to automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
• IMD/IML In-Mold Decoration Process Technology In-mold decoration and labeling process technology (films + process know-how) that produces homogeneous decorative surfaces and supports functional sensor integration during plastic injection molding. Used by automotive, appliance, and consumer electronics manufacturers.
• Thermal Transfer Ribbons (Wax, Wax-Resin, Resin) Wax, wax-resin, and resin thermal transfer ribbons used for coding, labeling, and barcode printing across logistics, retail, industrial, and food industry applications.
• Brand and Product Protection Solutions (KURZ SCRIBOS) Brand protection and anti-counterfeiting solution platform including VOID labels, tamper-evident seals, special barcodes, QR-code authentication, and inviolable holograms, supplied to pharmaceutical, luxury, and consumer brand owners.
• H+M (Hinderer+Mühlich) Precision Tooling and Devices High-precision tools and devices for premium quality production, supplied to support the application of KURZ films in industrial production lines.
• KURZ Digital Services Digital products and services brand from the KURZ Group offering personalized digital solutions that simplify finishing processes and enhance user experiences, sold to brand owners and converters.
• Turn-Key Project Development and Process Integration (Centro Técnico Horst Kinter) Custom project development, tooling, and process integration services delivered through the Centro Técnico Horst Kinter in São Paulo, including specification support, dedicated machines and tools, and on-site production line integration for customers across Latin America.

Quantifiable outcome

• KURZ operates in 50+ countries across Americas, Europe, and Oceania
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature11 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered notable, flagship and core.

• LUXOROnotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerKURZ partnered with LUXORO to develop the exclusive centenary label for Varvaglione's EVO Olive Oil, combining TRUSTSEAL® SFX 3D holography and LUXOR® Gold hot stamping for a premium sustainable packaging solution.
• RBSnotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerKURZ collaborated with RBS and Goelz-Druck to create the exclusive LUMAFIN® label for Tea Amo's iced teas, achieving translucent iridescent effects for brand differentiation in the premium beverages market.
• Goelz-DrucknotableChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGoelz-Druck collaborated as a printing partner with KURZ and RBS on the Tea Amo label project, contributing to the successful implementation of LUMAFIN® finishing technology.
• Sumitomo DemagflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic development partner for the HMI conceptual panel 'Fading Lines', providing plastic injection molding expertise and IMDS/IML capabilities that enabled the futuristic automotive interior concept winning the Red Dot Award 2020.
• CovestroflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaterials partner for the Red Dot Award-winning HMI panel project, providing advanced polymer materials enabling the integration of functional sensors and decorative surfaces in automotive interiors.
• HRSflowflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerHot runner technology partner for the HMI conceptual panel, contributing to precise injection molding processes for sensor-integrated automotive surfaces.
• Werkzeugbau Siegfried HofmannflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerTooling and mold manufacturing partner for the Red Dot Award-winning automotive HMI panel, providing precision tooling expertise for complex sensor-integrated surface production.
• KURZ Group (Parent)coreOthersKURZ Brasil is a subsidiary of the global KURZ Group, operating under a network of 30+ subsidiaries across 50+ countries with 10+ manufacturing facilities. The parent company provides technology, brand, and global coordination.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• API Group plc: Global manufacturer of metallic and holographic foils, laminates and security materials. Overlaps with KURZ on hot stamping foils, holograms and brand protection films for packaging and security documents.
• OpSec Security (OpSec Online): Specialist in brand protection, anti-counterfeiting labels and optical security features. Competes with KURZ SCRIBOS and TRUSTSEAL® for brand protection programs on consumer goods and pharma packaging.
• Leonhard Kurz Stiftung & Co. KG: Global parent of KURZ do Brasil and the originator of hot stamping foil technology since 1899. Operates the same decorative films, KINEGRAM® security and IME platforms that KURZ Brasil commercializes in LATAM, making it the most directly comparable peer.
• ITW Foils (Illinois Tool Works): Division of ITW producing hot stamping and cold foil products for graphic arts, packaging and security. Directly competes with KURZ on label and packaging decorative foils across global converters.
• Crown Roll Leaf Inc. US-based manufacturer of hot stamping foils and cold foil for packaging, labels and graphic arts. Competes directly with KURZ on metallic and pigmented decorative foils used in labels and folding cartons.

Broad incumbents

• De La Rue plc: UK-based producer of banknotes, identity documents and security features for central banks and governments. Directly comparable on the security side, where KURZ competes with KINEGRAM® for OVD contracts.
• Avery Dennison Corporation: Global leader in pressure-sensitive label materials, RFID and specialty tapes. Sits upstream of KURZ as a labelstock customer and adjacent as a supplier of label face materials and authentication/RFID solutions.
• Dai Nippon Printing (DNP): Large Japanese printing conglomerate producing decorative films, security features and packaging materials. Overlaps with KURZ on decorative foils for cosmetics, electronics and security documents in Asia and increasingly in other regions.
• CCL Industries Inc. World's largest label converter with significant operations in healthcare, security and premium consumer labels. Competes with KURZ in security labels (Checkpoint), premium spirits labels and healthcare serialization, and consumes hot stamping foils.

Emerging players

• Hazen Paper Company: US specialty paper/film converter producing metallic and holographic laminated papers used in labels, packaging and gift wrap. Smaller scale than KURZ but directly comparable on metallic and holographic decorative substrates.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat7 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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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