CMS Impex (CMS Distribuidora, Importadora e Exportadora Ltda.) is a Brazilian company based in São Paulo, specializing in the importation, distribution, and commercialization of specialty chemicals, raw materials, and food-grade ingredients. With over 15 years of market experience, CMS Impex has become a trusted partner for industries operating in food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, personal care, and industrial manufacturing across Brazil and Latin America. ## Core Business CMS Impex offers full-service solutions for clients seeking reliable sourcing of globally certified raw materials. The company focuses on connecting international producers of high-quality chemical inputs with Brazilian manufacturers, ensuring seamless regulatory compliance, product integrity, and supply continuity. Through strategic global partnerships, CMS Impex maintains an extensive product portfolio and ensures traceable, specification-compliant ingredients aligned with national and international standards such as ANVISA, FDA, and ISO. ## Products and Service Offerings CMS Impex supplies a wide range of food-grade and industrial chemical inputs, with strong technical support and logistics services. Core product categories include: ### Food Ingredients - Sweeteners: - Acesulfame K, Aspartame, Sodium Saccharin - Preservatives & Acids: - Citric Acid (monohydrate, anhydrous) - Sorbic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Propionic Acid - Lactic Acid, Acetic Acid (Glacial 99%) - Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) - Additives: - Fumaric Acid CWS, Oxalic Acid, Salicylic Acid - Sodium Citrate, Potassium Sorbate ### Industrial Chemicals - Intermediates for: - Pharmaceutical synthesis - Agrochemical formulations - Cleaning and sanitation industries ### Capabilities and Services - Custom Sourcing: Based on technical specifications and regulatory needs - Supply Chain Support: Import coordination, bonded warehousing, and customs compliance - Documentation: COAs, MSDS, TDS, and import certificates as per MAPA and ANVISA - Technical Support: Product formulation and regulatory guidance ## Specialization and Unique Strengths CMS Impex is uniquely positioned to provide localized service backed by international supplier relationships. Its strengths include: - Responsive customer service with technical-commercial alignment - Regulatory expertise navigating complex import/export requirements - Flexible packaging and lot sizing for small to large-scale clients - Diversified sourcing network across Europe, Asia, and North America - Participation in major B2B events such as Fi South America and FCE Pharma ## Financials As a privately owned SME, CMS Impex does not publicly report financials. Based on market activity and trade data: - Estimated Annual Revenue (2023): USD 5–7 million - Growth Rate (2021–2023): Over 20% CAGR, driven by demand for clean-label and preservative ingredients - Product Turnover: Approximately 800–1,000 metric tons of food and chemical inputs annually ## Shipments and Global Reach CMS Impex imports raw materials from China, India, Germany, and the USA, and distributes to manufacturers throughout Brazil and selected South American markets. - Top Supplier Countries: China (primary), Germany, India, USA - Annual Import Volume: ~900 metric tons across 40+ chemical SKUs - Distribution Network: Covers Brazil’s food processing hubs—São Paulo, Paraná, Rio Grande do Sul, and Minas Gerais ## Target Markets - Food and beverage manufacturers - Nutraceutical and dietary supplement producers - Pharmaceutical compounders and bulk drug manufacturers - Cosmetic and personal care formulators - Cleaning product and sanitizer companies - Agricultural and livestock feed producers ## Capabilities - Warehousing in São Paulo with cold chain compatibility - Small and bulk order management (from 25 kg to container loads) - In-house technical support for compliance and product substitution - Fast re-supply cycles via bonded logistics and local inventories ## Certifications and Compliance - ANVISA registration for food-grade and pharmaceutical inputs - MAPA authorization for additives and acids used in food/feed - REACH and FDA documentation available for imported materials - GMP-aligned handling procedures in distribution and storage - Technical Dossier availability for all imported products ## Customer Testimonials > “CMS Impex is our go-to partner for acidulants and preservatives. Their ability to source quickly and provide all the documentation we need is exceptional.” > — Procurement Head, Beverage Manufacturer – São Paulo > “They helped us reformulate with a more cost-effective sweetener blend while keeping the same performance. Their technical guidance is top-notch.” > — R&D Manager, Brazilian Food Ingredient Company ## Major Achievements - Served over 250 clients across Brazil in the past 3 years - Successfully maintained >98% delivery fulfillment rate since 2022 - Expanded food additive line to over 40 functional raw materials - Featured exhibitor at Fi South America 2023 and 2024 - Maintained zero regulatory non-compliance incidents during audits from 2020 to 2023