The initiative will gather 34 Brazilian companies for a strategic agenda of business roundtables and matchmaking with major buyers from the region. Supported by local consultancies, participants will have personalized meetings with key players in the Chilean market.
Think Plastic Brazil is a portfolio of solutions for the converted plastics products sector in the internationalization process for target markets, carried out through a partnership between ApexBrasil (Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency) and the INP (Brazilian Plastic Institute).
“Chile has consolidated itself as one of the most dynamic partners open to innovation in Latin America. The geographical proximity and overland logistical facilities make the Brazilian product highly competitive in the Chilean market. This mission is essential for us to strengthen ties, present the high sustainable technology of Brazilian converted plastics, and generate new long-term contracts,” states Carlos Moreira, Brazilian Plastic Institute Executive Director & Think Plastic Brazil CPO.
The partner companies participating in the mission are: A&S, Alumínios Oliveira, Arthi, Atlas S/A, Bandeirantes, Bettanin, Brustec, Dello, Domus, Enerbras, Force, Forte, Frontec, Jaguar Plásticos, Krona, Lolly, Margirius, Maxcril, Maxeb, Mor, Mueller, Nitron, OU, Pisani, Plasvale, Poliondas, São Bernardo, Schwanke, Sforplast, Soprano, Stolf, Termolar, Usual UD, and Velper.
CHILEAN CONVERTED PLASTICS MARKET
Chile remains one of the most relevant and consolidated markets for Brazilian converted plastics. In 2025, the Chilean economy grew by 2.5% in Gross Domestic Product (GDP), driven mainly by strong domestic demand and consumption. For 2026, perspectives remain positive, sustained by trade dynamics and the country’s importing profile, recognized for its constant search for innovation and technology. In the converted plastics segment, export figures highlight the strategic importance of the Chilean market. In 2024, Brazilian exports to the country totaled US$ 138 million, with 30.17 million kilograms shipped. In 2025, the exported volume reached just over US$ 112 million, keeping Chile as the second main destination for the sector’s exports, behind only Argentina. “Despite the 16.3% reduction, Chile remained the second main destination for exports from segments such as packaging, films, and housewares,” highlights Carlos Moreira. The relevance of the Chilean market is also reflected in the initiatives promoted by Think Plastic Brazil. So far, the program has carried out five actions in the country, including two trade missions and participation in three trade shows, gathering 65 member companies and promoting more than a thousand business meetings. As a result, US$ 3.7 million was generated in immediate business, with expectations exceeding US$ 24 million. These figures reinforce Chile’s potential not only as a growing market but as a strategic partner for the international expansion of the Brazilian converted plastics industry.
ABOUT SOME OF THE COMPANIES
Alklin
Alklin, a brand under Schwanke Industrial, specializes in household cleaning solutions, offering products that combine quality, practicality, and sustainability. With over 70 years of operation, the company is a leader in the cleaning cloth category in Brazil and operates two industrial units in Santa Catarina, in the cities of Blumenau and Penha. In addition to cleaning cloths, it manufactures sponges, brooms, mops, squeegees, and various home utensils. Its portfolio also stands out for its environmental commitment, featuring 100% biodegradable products and items produced with entirely recycled raw materials.
Arthi
ARTHI is a leading Brazilian housewares company that develops solutions for home organization with a focus on innovation, functionality, and sustainability. Among its main launches are the Eco Design line, airtight containers, and easy-to-install hanging organizers. The company uses certified national raw materials, invests in sustainable practices, follows Color Trend® guidelines, and expands its international presence with exports to several Latin American countries. It is also recognized for its social commitment, winning the 24th Social Investor Award in 2023 for supporting projects that benefit more than 300 children and adolescents.
Atlas A standout in the continuous development of innovative products and investments in technology to meet national and international market demands. Since 1966, it has been a reference in painting and finishing tools, with factories in Esteio (RS) and Paulista (PE). In addition to expanding its production capacity and diversifying its portfolio with new items such as rollers, special brushes, and power tools, the company is committed to social and environmental responsibility, promoting programs like Proyecto Pescar, Jovem Aprendiz, Mulheres InBetta, inclusion actions for people with disabilities, and sustainable initiatives. Recognized for its quality, ATLAS has won numerous awards, including the ANAMACO Top of Mind, reinforcing its presence as a respected brand in the construction sector.
Bandeirante
Founded in 1946, Indústria Bandeirante is a trusted name in the production of plastic containers, blending tradition and technological innovation. Focusing on quality and customer satisfaction, the company offers a modern portfolio that serves large industries as well as retail. Its products, such as the airtight and licensed lines, reflect a continuous commitment to practicality and safety in families’ daily lives.
Bettanin
With 79 years of history, Bettanin is one of the Latin American leaders in the household cleaning utensils segment, standing out for the innovation, technology, and quality of its products. With brands like Noviça, EsfreBom, Brilhus, and Sanilux, the company produces over 330 million items per year, including brooms, squeegees, sponges, cloths, and other cleaning goods. Bettanin also gave rise to the Inbetta holding company, which brings together companies from different segments focused on home solutions and personal care.
Dello
Dello is a Brazilian company with over 50 years of experience, serving as a benchmark in solutions for personal and professional environment organization. With a broad portfolio of products for stationery, office, home office, and home organization, the brand develops items that combine practicality, durability, and smart design. Present throughout Latin America, Dello continuously invests in innovation, certified quality, and sustainable practices, offering solutions that make spaces more organized, functional, and efficient.
Enerbras
Enerbras celebrates 31 years of experience, bringing a portfolio of electrical material solutions to the Chile 2026 Business Mission that reinforces its commitment to innovation, technology, and international expansion. Highlights include the new E-Griff showerhead, which combines modern design and technological features, alongside its line of electric showers and commercial and industrial trunking, consolidating the company’s presence in the global market and strengthening international partnerships.
Krona Group
Ralo Linear Elleve, a Krona Group brand, presents the Touch Drain, an innovation featuring repulsion magnet technology that eliminates the use of springs and avoids mechanical wear. It activates automatically: the weight of the water opens the lid, which closes immediately after the flow ends, forming a physical barrier against insects. Made of 304 stainless steel, it is compatible with the main gully traps and is available in sophisticated finishes like Black Matte, combining design, high durability, and maximum drainage efficiency.
Jaguar Plásticos
Jaguar Plásticos participates in the Chile 2026 Mission, reinforcing its international expansion strategy and presenting innovative solutions for housewares and industrial packaging. With over 45 years of operations, the company stands out for quality, durability, and the development of custom projects with cutting-edge technology. Present in more than 20 countries, Jaguar consolidates its global presence with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and continuous growth.
MarGirius
Founded in 1949 in São Paulo and relocated to Porto Ferreira in 1973, MarGirius is one of the largest Brazilian manufacturers of electrical and electronic controls, with over 19,000 products for various applications. Focusing on safety and quality, the company offers sockets, LED drivers, power strips, adapters, circuit breakers, sensors, residential and appliance switches, float switches, pressure switches, and photoelectric relays, among others. Present in homes, businesses, and industries, MarGirius ensures safety and reliability in daily electrical energy control.
Mor
MOR is one of the leading Brazilian manufacturers of home, camping, beach, and leisure products, with over 60 years of history and a presence in more than 20 countries. Recognized as the largest manufacturer of folding chairs in the world, the company offers a portfolio of over 1,600 products, including pools, barbecues, ladders, thermal flasks, and laundry items. With factories in Rio Grande do Sul, Pernambuco, and Rio de Janeiro, MOR continuously invests in innovation, automation, certified quality, and sustainability, adopting recycling practices and reducing natural resource consumption to offer durable and functional solutions to consumers.
Mueller
For 75 years, Mueller has built a path marked by pioneering spirit and innovation, starting with the creation of Brazil’s first washing machine in 1949. Over the decades, the brand has followed global transformations and consolidated its position as one of the largest appliance manufacturers in the country, recognized inside and outside Brazil for quality, practicality, and commitment to families. Present on several continents, with manufacturing facilities totaling over 139,000 m², ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, and more than a thousand direct jobs, Mueller maintains a solid history based on development, trust, and proximity to its consumers.
Nitron
Nitron, a Brazilian manufacturer with over 40 years of experience in housewares, launches Nitron-Mob, its new line of easy-to-assemble modular furniture. Developed for the global market, the collection combines self-sourced wood and plastic component technology, offering lightweight, durable, and functional solutions. With compact packaging, optimized logistics, and intuitive assembly, the line includes garment racks, shoe racks, bookshelves, and decorative supports, uniting practicality, sustainability, and excellent cost-benefit.
Ou
Ou is a Brazilian home organization brand that blends design, functionality, and sustainability. With over 30 years of history and a presence in 25 countries, it stands out for practical and durable solutions for modern life. The company is also internationally recognized for its innovation and commitment to sustainable design and the global expansion of Brazilian design.
Plasvale
Making people’s daily lives easier is Plasvale’s mission, which has worked with love since 1977 on the creation, quality, sustainability, and technology of its products. Excellence in the development of each piece is only possible through the involvement and dedication of more than 500 employees who work daily thinking of you and your family to be present in your home, making your life easier, more practical, and happier. All Plasvale products are free of any toxic substances—indeed, the company is BPA FREE—and meet the highest quality standards, being tested to offer the highest possible performance and ensure client and consumer satisfaction.
São Bernardo
São Bernardo introduces a new premium collection of plastic tableware with a sophisticated aesthetic and a sustainable focus. The line combines minimalist design, eco-friendly materials, and high durability, positioning itself as an elegant alternative to ceramics. Aimed at the global market, the collection reinforces trends of conscious consumption and functionality, expanding the brand’s international presence. The company has operated for over 60 years in the plastic housewares sector. Founded in 1959, it is now a global supplier present in more than 50 countries, with ISO 9001 certification and a focus on sustainability and innovation in design and manufacturing.
Soprano
Soprano reinforces its international operations in the thermal utilities segment, presenting a portfolio of products aimed at daily use, including coolers and new thermal flasks, highlighting practicality, design, and efficiency. This participation strengthens its expansion strategy in Latin America and expands its presence in foreign markets.
Stolf
Stolf Utilidades will participate in the Brazil–Chile 2026 Trade Mission to strengthen its international presence. The company offers home organization products made of wire, wood, and plastic, focusing on design, functionality, and durability. Additionally, it reinforces its commitment to sustainability and conscious consumption, developing practical solutions for consumers’ daily lives.
Termolar
Termolar expands its international presence and strengthens its expansion in Latin America with a portfolio of thermal products for different uses. For 2026, it launches the “Nós” collection, inspired by Brazilian cultural diversity and new design trends. The company also reinforces its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and environmental impact reduction.
Unipega
A global brand with over 20 years of presence throughout Latin America, Unipega offers solutions for civil construction, crafts, woodworking, automotive, and consumer segments. Its portfolio features more than 400 products serving different markets, including construction, woodworking, automotive, trade, and mass consumption, as well as painting and coatings. In a short time, Unipega won the recognition of clients and consumers, marking its presence in various distribution channels and receiving relevant sector awards, such as the Top of Mind from Revenda Magazine and the Pulverização Award from Anamaco Magazine.
