About Sancolor
Located in Sant Just Desvern, Catalunya, the cosmetic lab Sancolor has grown from a family business focused on food colorants into a global manufacturer serving 28+ countries. Operating from Carrer Joan de la Cierva 16, Sancolor provides:
- Custom color formulations for cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries
- Water-soluble and oil-soluble colorants
- Natural and synthetic pigment solutions
- Quality control and product development services
With strategic facility expansions in 1995 and 2021, Sancolor maintains a 60% export ratio while serving food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical manufacturers across Spain and internationally.
Frequently asked questions
Sancolor produces colorants and pigments in the following forms:
- Solubility types:
- Water-soluble colorants
- Oil-soluble colorants
- Dispersed pigments
- Physical forms:
- Liquid solutions
- Granular preparations
- Natural color compounds
- Industry applications:
- Food colorants
- Cosmetic pigments
- Pharmaceutical colorants
- Industrial color solutions
The manufacturing facility produces these products according to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Sancolor’s production infrastructure includes:
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These capabilities support production for food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.
Sancolor operates from Sant Just Desvern, Spain with the following market reach:
- Geographic presence:
- Operations in 28+ countries
- 60% export ratio
- International distribution network
- Production facilities:
- Main manufacturing plant (est. 1983)
- First expansion facility (1995)
- Second expansion facility (2021)
The company maintains production and distribution capabilities across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
More details about Sancolor
A leading color solutions provider in Catalunya
Sancolor, established in 1983 in Sant Just Desvern, has grown from a family business into a respected cosmetic lab and color solutions provider. Located in the industrial heart of Catalunya, the company operates from its facility on Carrer Joan de la Cierva, where it develops and produces colorants for multiple industries.
From food industry roots to multi-sector expertise
What started as a specialized venture in food colorants has evolved into a comprehensive color solutions provider. Today, Sancolor serves the cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and food industries with specialized pigments and colorants. The company’s expansion includes two major facility upgrades, in 1995 and 2021, reflecting its continuous growth.
Product development and manufacturing capabilities
The company’s laboratory facilities enable the development of various color formulations including:
- Water-soluble colorants
- Oil-soluble pigments
- Dispersed color solutions
- Granular presentations
- Natural color alternatives
International reach from Barcelona’s industrial belt
Operating from its Sant Just Desvern headquarters, Sancolor has established a strong international presence. The company exports 60% of its production to 28 countries, making it a significant player in the global color solutions market. This strategic location in Barcelona’s industrial area provides excellent logistics connectivity for international shipping.
Technical expertise and quality assurance
The company’s technical team develops custom formulations based on specific client requirements. Each product undergoes rigorous quality control processes, ensuring compliance with international standards for cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and food applications.
Looking toward the future
Following a generational change in 2020, Sancolor continues to strengthen its position in the market. The recent facility expansion in 2021 demonstrates the company’s commitment to growth and technological advancement in color solution development.
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