Since 1995: thirty years of colour chemistry, now in Europe too.
China's third-largest automotive paint manufacturer, YATU is an industrial powerhouse combining research and development, patented formulations and digital colorimetry. We develop high-precision solutions for leading OEM manufacturers and for the best companies in the sector across more than 100 countries worldwide.
Founded as a small local chemistry business, YATU is today a high-tech company integrating research and development, industrial-scale production, process technology and technical training for the automotive Refinish sector. Every formula comes from micrometre-level quality control and dosing precision that has made YATU a benchmark in China and, increasingly, worldwide.
Having grown from a small local business into a leading automotive Refinish company in China, YATU continues its growth through innovation, taking its technology beyond national borders — the vision that drives every year of the company's development.
The YATU campus in Heshan is a concentration of industrial automation: an integrated plant where the R&D center, CNAS-accredited laboratories, high-precision production lines and automated warehouses work in perfect synergy. 35 centralised, remotely controlled production lines guarantee maximum chemical consistency for every single batch.
More than thirty years of chemical research, invention patents and international vision. From the first in-house resins to direct subsidiaries on four continents, through to the European debut with CARISMATIX: the milestones that have made YATU a worldwide benchmark in body shop refinishing.
Yatu Chemical Co., Ltd. is founded in Heshan, with a sharp focus on high-durability surface chemistry.
In-house production of core resins begins, ensuring full control over the supply chain and quality.
Entry into international markets and launch of the global export network.
Development and first invention patent for waterborne finishes, in collaboration with the South China University of Technology.
Awarded "Guangdong Famous Brand Product" status and recognised as a "National High-Tech Enterprise".
Inauguration of China's first highly automated production line for body shop refinish paints.
YATU USA is established in Michigan, consolidating a waterborne system developed 100% in-house.
The strategic Yatu Hong Kong hub is set up to optimise logistics and global export flows.
Direct subsidiaries founded in Russia and India to support strong demand in international markets.
The Mexican subsidiary opens and coverage reaches almost 100 countries.
State certification as a "National Specialized Little Giant" and entry into Guangdong's top 500 manufacturing companies.
Awarded priority "KEY Little Giant" status and record revenue of more than RMB 900 million.
Yatu Australia opens and the European market debut begins through full exclusivity with CARISMATIX.
The YATU management system meets the most rigorous international standards for quality, automotive, energy management and laboratory accreditation:
From SHOWELL waterborne cycles to PERFECOAT finishes: bring the Refinish leader's innovation into your distribution network.
