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Explore our flagship high-barrier EVOH resin materials — engineered for Colombia's demanding food packaging and industrial applications.
Colombia is one of Latin America's fastest-growing economies, with a booming food processing, pharmaceutical, and agro-industrial sector that increasingly demands advanced high-barrier packaging solutions.
Colombia's packaging industry generates over USD 3.5 billion annually, with food and beverage packaging accounting for more than 60% of total demand. Cities like Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, and Barranquilla are key manufacturing hubs where multinational and local food brands require high-performance barrier films. EVOH resin has emerged as the preferred barrier layer in multilayer flexible packaging, replacing traditional materials with superior oxygen and moisture protection.
Colombia's processed food sector — including snacks, dairy, meat, and ready-to-eat meals — is expanding at 7–9% per year. Leading brands such as Grupo Nutresa, Alpina, Zenú, and Ramo require packaging that extends shelf life without preservatives, driving adoption of EVOH-based multilayer films. Supermarket chains like Éxito, Jumbo, and D1 are demanding longer shelf-life products, further accelerating EVOH resin uptake across the supply chain.
Colombia's Law 2232 of 2022 and CONPES 3934 environmental policies are pushing manufacturers toward recyclable and sustainable packaging. EVOH resin, as a thin functional barrier layer in recyclable multilayer structures, aligns perfectly with Colombia's sustainability agenda. TPS's EVOH products help Colombian manufacturers meet both performance and eco-compliance requirements simultaneously, offering a competitive edge in both local and export markets.
Colombia's pharmaceutical industry, centered in Bogotá and Medellín, is the third-largest in Latin America. Strict INVIMA regulations require pharmaceutical packaging to provide maximum oxygen and moisture barriers. EVOH resin blister packs, sachets, and pouches are increasingly specified in drug packaging tenders for both domestic distribution and export to neighboring Andean markets including Peru, Ecuador, and Venezuela.
Colombia is the world's second-largest flower exporter and a major producer of fresh fruits, coffee, and vegetables. EVOH-based modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) films are critical for extending the post-harvest life of Colombian flowers, avocados, bananas, and exotic fruits during long international transit. TPS EVOH materials support Colombian agro-exporters in meeting the strict freshness and quality standards of European and North American markets.
Colombia imports most of its EVOH resin from Asia and Europe through the ports of Buenaventura and Cartagena. TPS Specialty Chemical, with its global distribution network and Latin American expertise rooted in Argentina, offers Colombian converters and packaging manufacturers a reliable, cost-competitive supply chain with shorter lead times, technical support in Spanish, and compliance documentation for DIAN and INVIMA requirements.
Since its establishment in 1950, TPS Specialty Chemical Limited has always focused on innovation and development in the chemical industry. Headquartered in Argentina, after more than 70 years of development, TPS has grown into one of the leading companies in the global chemical industry. We have branches around the world, especially in Hong Kong, which has laid the foundation for our rapid growth in the global market. As a company with an international vision, TPS actively seeks in-depth cooperation with well-known local chemical companies in many countries and regions to jointly develop a series of innovative products with market competitiveness.
Founded in 1950, TPS Specialty Chemicals Co., Ltd. is a global supplier of specialty chemicals and polymer materials, providing a comprehensive product portfolio and full-service solutions to customers worldwide. Guided by the philosophy of "complete product categories, integrated services, and deep value-chain expertise," TPS focuses on EVOH resin, CPP and PVDC raw materials, specialty equipment, and high-performance plastic additives, delivering reliable and efficient solutions for diverse industrial applications. With decades of experience in the polymer and materials industry, TPS has developed strong partnerships with leading chemical manufacturers across China and international markets. As a professional polymer materials supplier and specialty chemicals distributor, we not only ensure consistent product quality and stable supply, but also support customers with application guidance, technical consultation, and customized sourcing solutions.
For the Colombia market specifically, TPS brings its Latin American headquarters expertise together with cutting-edge EVOH resin technology to offer Colombian food processors, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and agro-industrial companies the most competitive barrier packaging raw materials available — backed by full technical documentation in Spanish, INVIMA-compatible compliance data, and logistics support through major Colombian ports.
TPS invests continuously in R&D and manufacturing excellence to bring world-class EVOH barrier solutions to the Colombia market.
In the Chinese mainland, TPS has set up the R&D center in Chongqing City to focus on the research and development of high-tech materials and successfully launched high-barrier material EVOH resin. This product is widely used in food packaging, medicine and cosmetics with its excellent gas barrier properties and chemical stability, meeting the market's growing demand for high-performance materials. Our R&D team combines the technical advantages of multi-parties and is committed to continuously improving the quality and performance of products in order to better serve Colombian customers and the global market. The Chongqing center specifically develops EVOH grades optimized for tropical climates like Colombia's, ensuring performance in high-humidity environments common in Bogotá, Cartagena, and coastal regions.
TPS Specialty Chemical Limited has a team of experienced professionals, including chemical engineers, R&D experts and marketing personnel. With their deep industry knowledge and rich practical experience, they provide strong support for the company's continuous innovation and development. We always attach importance to the growth and training of employees, and strive to encourage teamwork and innovation in a positive working environment so that every employee can fully realize their potential. Our Latin America regional team includes Spanish-speaking technical consultants who understand Colombia's regulatory landscape, helping local converters and brand owners implement EVOH solutions efficiently and compliantly.
Five core strengths that make TPS the preferred EVOH resin supplier for Colombia's packaging industry.
Independent R&D capabilities, multiple patents, advanced production processes, and continuous technological innovation meeting Colombia's high-quality packaging market demands.
Large plant and production scale enable efficient production capacity, large-scale output, and reduced unit costs — ensuring competitive pricing for Colombian importers and converters.
TPS provides diversified EVOH and barrier resin products covering food, pharmaceutical, agricultural, and electronic packaging fields to meet all Colombian market needs.
R&D center in Chongqing with global logistics network; Argentina headquarters provides Latin American proximity and Spanish-language support for Colombian clients.
Sustainable development focus, eco-friendly materials and technologies aligned with Colombia's Law 2232 packaging regulations and CONPES 3934 environmental standards.
Key trends shaping the future of EVOH resin food packaging in the Colombian and broader Latin American market.
Colombian packaging converters are rapidly adopting 5-layer and 7-layer coextrusion lines that incorporate EVOH as the central barrier layer. This technology, once limited to large multinationals, is now accessible to mid-sized Colombian film manufacturers in Medellín and Bogotá, driven by falling equipment costs and growing domestic demand for premium packaged foods.
The global push toward mono-material recyclable packaging is influencing Colombia's packaging industry. New EVOH formulations from TPS enable ultra-thin barrier layers (as low as 3–5% of total film thickness) that maintain recyclability of the overall structure, helping Colombian brands meet both performance and circular economy goals required by retailers like Éxito and Jumbo.
Colombia's diverse climate — from Andean highlands to Caribbean and Pacific coastal regions — demands EVOH grades with optimized barrier performance across varying humidity levels. TPS's specialized EVOH formulations maintain superior oxygen barrier properties even in the high-humidity conditions prevalent in Colombian coastal cities, a critical requirement for food safety and shelf-life extension.
Colombia's e-commerce food delivery market grew 35% in 2023, driving demand for packaging that can withstand extended logistics chains without refrigeration. EVOH-based barrier pouches and vacuum-sealed packs are increasingly specified by Colombian meal-kit and fresh food delivery companies like Rappi, iFood, and local premium food brands targeting urban consumers in Bogotá, Medellín, and Cali.
Colombian agro-exporters targeting EU, US, and Asian markets face strict packaging quality requirements. EVOH barrier films meeting FDA, EU 10/2011, and BRC standards are now mandatory for many export products. TPS provides full compliance documentation and food-contact certification, enabling Colombian exporters to access premium international markets with confidence.
TPS actively collaborates with Colombian universities (Universidad de los Andes, Universidad Nacional) and industry associations (ACOPLÁSTICOS) to promote EVOH technology education and application development. This localization strategy ensures Colombian manufacturers have the technical knowledge to maximize EVOH resin performance in their specific production environments.
From Colombia's iconic flower exports to its thriving pharmaceutical sector — TPS EVOH resin delivers barrier performance across every critical application.
EVOH MAP films extend shelf life of Colombian avocados, exotic fruits, and fresh vegetables for domestic supermarkets and international export, reducing post-harvest losses significantly.
As the world's #2 flower exporter, Colombia's floriculture industry relies on EVOH barrier films to maintain freshness of roses, carnations, and orchids during air freight to Europe and North America.
INVIMA-compliant EVOH blister films and sachets protect sensitive medications from oxygen and moisture degradation, meeting Colombia's stringent pharmaceutical storage and transport requirements.
Vacuum skin packaging and barrier shrink bags using EVOH resin extend the shelf life of Colombian beef, pork, and poultry products, supporting cold chain efficiency and reducing food waste nationwide.
Looking to the future, TPS Specialty Chemical Limited will continue to expand its global business and actively respond to market challenges with the purpose of "innovation-driven, win-win cooperation." We believe that through close cooperation with partners, TPS will play a more important role in the global chemical industry and create greater value for customers and society. For Colombian manufacturers, converters, and brand owners seeking reliable EVOH resin supply with full technical support, competitive pricing, and Latin American market expertise — TPS is your ideal long-term partner. Contact us today to discuss your specific packaging requirements and receive a customized product recommendation and quotation.
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