INBRA Chemical Industries
Since 1939, INBRA Indústrias Químicas Ltda is recognized in the market as a company that strives for the quality of its products, technical support and logistical efficiency. It operates in the most diverse market segments such as Plastics and Rubbers, served by the lines of Plasticizers, Stabilizers and Blowing Agents, as well as in Paints and Varnishes through Stearates. It seeks to offer solutions to customers through continuous investments in Research and Development. Since 1996 the company is certified by NBR ISO 9001.
Time Line
Founded as Fábrica Inbra Ltda, Inbra began its activities on October 1, 1939, in a modest garage on Rua dos Triunfos, in downtown São Paulo, as an industrial soap factory.
1939
With the rapid growth of the business, it was soon necessary to move the premises in 1940 to Rua dos Prazeres, in Brás. In the years that followed, the company started selling in the textile market.
1940
In 1943, the first major step was taken with the construction of a warehouse in an area of 3,500m² on Rua Serra das Bocainas in São Paulo, financed entirely with own resources.
1943
In the 50's, the current facilities did no longer accommodate the size of the company. So a new plant was built in Diadema town on a 24,000 m² property. Installed in this new site, Inbra was now able to expand its product portfolio, starting the production of plasticizers and stabilizers for the PVC market.
1950
Investing extensively in research and development, Inbra launched a series of new products, such as Blowing Agents (Azodicarbonamide) and Epoxidized Soybean Oil.
1960
INBRA associates itself with a German multinational, starting the production of lead-based solid stabilizers for PVC and products for the treatment of metallic surfaces.
1980
Alligned with our strategy of good practised, Inbra became NBR ISO 9001 certified, demonstrating our commitment to quality and high technical standards.
1990
Development of a new line of solid thermal stabilizers for PVC based on calcium and zinc, as well as the start of the metallic stearates line and expansion of the epoxidized soybean oil line.
2000
Inauguration of Elias Fausto Subsidiary in São Paulo State, consolidating the company as one of the main suppliers of additives for the PVC market in South America
2007
The Inbraflex line of Primary Plasticizers based on vegetable oil is launched, making Inbra one of the pioneers in the sector in the world.
2015
The Group's first international unit opens in Orangeburg, South Carolina, USA. Focused on vegetable plasticizers, Inbra is the only company in the world with vegetable oil epoxidation assets in both hemispheres of the planet.
2019
With over 80 years of experience, Inbra has established itself as one of the largest and most respected companies in the segment, proud of its name and history being associated with quality, respect and innovation.
2022
This trajectory has transformed the INBRA name into a synonym of quality,
respect and innovation, not only in Brazil, but around the world.
Quality Policy
Pursuing customer satisfaction through continuous improvement in the quality of our products and services;
Provide a training and safety system suitable for the professional development of our employees
Preserve the environment
Environmental Management Policy
Elias Fausto Site
Environmental Management System Scope
Development, production and sales of plasticizers and heat stabilizers for PVC, blowing agents, organic phosphites for polymers, stearates and related services.
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