Companies in Building Materials
There are 65,995 companies in Building Materials which include DuPont, CRH, Kohler, Vectus, CEMEX. 2,622 companies in Building Materials are funded, with 5,060 having secured Series A funding. United Kingdom has the most number of companies in Building Materials (17,141), followed by United States
(12,250), and then India (6,606).
2026 has seen the creation of 38 Building Materials companies. On average, the last 10 years have seen 890 new companies launched every year. Most number of Building Materials startups have been founded by alumni from Stanford University, Imperial College London and Harvard University.
Here is a List of top companies in Building Materials
1. DuPont
Developer of chemical products, construction & packaging materials, and water solutions. It manufactures polymers followed by synthetic pigments and paints. It has verticalized into agriculture, industrial biotechnology, food and personal care, and polymers and fiber products with agricultural products forming the largest segment by revenue. In 2022, the company recorded annual revenues of $16.54B and a net profit of $5.86B.
Key facts about DuPont
- Founded Year: 1802
- Location: Wilmington (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Investors: Trian Partners, ngn-capital.com and 7 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Grant (prize money), Feb 12, 2025, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 75/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 6 of 33,556 Competitors

2. CRH
CRH is a building material company. The company manufacture and supply building material for buildings, roads, public spaces, infrastructure and other construction areas. It has operations in 32 countries across the world. In 2022, the company recorded annual revenues of $32.84B and a net profit of $3.83B.
Key facts about CRH
- Founded Year: 1970
- Location: New York City (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Investors: Cevian, Percival Participations and 1 Other
- Latest Funding Round: Grant (prize money), Jun 01, 2019, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 72/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 13,300 Competitors
3. Kohler
Manufacturer of consumer goods. The company is a designer of home, kitchen, and bath products. They also offer engines and power generation systems. It also owns and operates a resort, hotel, golf course, and spa and is a producer of dark, milk & white chocolates, as well as caramels, toffees, nuts, trail mixes, and gluten free products.
Key facts about Kohler
- Founded Year: 1873
- Location: Sheboygan (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Tracxn Score: 71/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 34 Competitors
4. Vectus
Manufacturer of plastic water storage tanks and piping systems. It produces various types of water tanks, including blow-molded and rotational-molded options, designed for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. The company also manufactures PPR and PVC pipes for water transfer systems, catering to diverse needs across various sectors. Its product portfolio extends to bathware, household plastic items, road safety products, and gardening products. The manufacturing process adheres to international quality standards.
Key facts about Vectus
- Founded Year: 1989
- Location: Noida (India)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $16.9M
- Investors: Creador, Puregangawatersystem and 3 Others
- Latest Funding Round: PE, Jun 19, 2014, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 71/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 3 of 13,925 Competitors

5. CEMEX
Supplier of concrete, cement, and aggregate building materials. Its products include cement, ready-mix concrete, and construction aggregates & operate in more than 50 countries. It provides services to individuals & corporates. In 2022, the company recorded annual revenues of $15.93B and a net profit of $0.58B.
Key facts about CEMEX
- Founded Year: 1906
- Location: Houston (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Investors: BNP Paribas, Omega Advisors and 10 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Grant (prize money), Feb 02, 2024, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 71/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 3 of 13,300 Competitors
