3D Printing Industry in Brazil
The Brazilian edition of The 3D Printing World Guide was published on 2025-02-11. It featured eight companies representing four segments of Brazilian AM market.
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Brazilian 3D printing industry
The economy of Brazil is the largest in South America and one of the most significant in the world. In terms of nominal GDP, Brazil ranks first in South America. It is also the main driver of economic growth in the region, having a significant impact on trade, investment, and infrastructure development across Latin America.
On the international stage, Brazil is among the world’s top 10 economies by nominal GDP, although its exact position may vary slightly depending on calculation methodologies and currency fluctuations.
According to data from 2022 and 2023, Brazil typically ranked 9th or 10th in the global nominal GDP ranking, competing with countries like Canada, Italy, and Russia. However, in terms of GDP measured by purchasing power parity (PPP), Brazil ranks slightly higher, usually around 8th place, reflecting its economic potential and importance in emerging markets.
As of 2023, its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was 2,173.67 billion US dollars, which was 2.06% of the world economy. Internationally, Brazil ranks among the top ten largest economies in the world. In 2024, it ranked ninth with a GDP of 2.132 trillion US dollars.
The Brazilian 3D printing industry has been growing dynamically since the early 2010s, coinciding with the global rise of this technology. In Brazil, as in other countries, the early stages of 3D printing were primarily focused on industrial applications and prototyping. Over time, however, the technology has expanded into various fields, including medicine, architecture, education, and even fashion.
Some of the key companies operating in this sector include 3DCRIAR, Cliever, Farcco Tecnologia or Trideo. 3DCRIAR is one of Brazil’s leading companies, specializing in providing 3D printing solutions for various industries, including healthcare and manufacturing. Cliever Tecnologia, founded in 2011 in Belo Horizonte, focuses on supplying AM solutions for industry and education. Farcco is a Brazilian leader in additive manufacturing, specializing in powder bed fusion and advanced 3D printing. Trideo is manufacturer of 3D printers, with presence across Brazil, Argentina and Mexico.
The development of 3D printing in Brazil is supported by numerous educational initiatives and industry events. A prime example is the annual FESPA Brasil event, which brings together professionals from the digital printing industry, including 3D printing, showcasing the latest advancements and technologies.
The Brazilian 3D printing market is also characterized by a growing number of startups and educational initiatives promoting the use of this technology in schools and universities. In recent years, there has been increased interest in 3D printing within the medical field, particularly in the production of prosthetics, implants, and anatomical models for surgical planning.
The Brazilian government has also recognized the potential of this technology by supporting research and innovation projects. Although the 3D printing industry in Brazil is still in its development phase, its future looks promising.