About 3DCORK
A family business with a global vision.
Engineering cork since 2006
Founded by father and daughter in 2006, 3DCORK is a family-owned company transforming cork into innovative solutions for global brands. We combine engineering, advanced manufacturing and expertise in cork and cork composites to develop high-performance products for footwear, sports, packaging, homeware and industrial applications.
From idea to production
Every project begins with a challenge. Working closely with our customers, we develop tailored solutions, from material selection and prototyping to industrial production. With 20 years of experience, we bring together technical expertise, quality control and partnerships built on trust. From concept to production, we transform cork into solutions that perform.
20Years of Experience
FamilyFamily Owned
100%Made in Portugal
B Corp Certified company
From concept to production, we transform cork into solutions that perform.
Solutions
Solutions for every industry.
Technical cork products developed around performance, functionality and design.
Packaging
Custom cork packaging and components designed to protect your product and enhance your brand.
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Home & Lifestyle
Custom cork homeware and components, developed for everyday use and distinctive design.
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Industrial Components
Technical cork components developed around your application, geometry and manufacturing requirements.
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Custom Developments
From concept to production, cork solutions developed around your idea.
EXPLORE SOLUTIONMeasured by impact. Driven by purpose.
We monitor resource use and process performance annually to guide continuous improvement. Environmental figures relate to our Paços de Brandão facility in 2025.
60%
Of the electricity consumed was supplied by our own photovoltaic generation.
90%
Of cork production waste was reintegrated into new applications, by mass.
70+
Custom projects per year.
5
Industries Served.
Materials
Materials engineered for innovation.
We develop cork formulations with tailored densities, textures and colours, including options with bio-based components and recycled materials.
Cork
A renewable, lightweight and versatile raw material, harvested from the bark of the cork oak without cutting down the tree.
Cork Composites
Combinations of cork with binders and other materials, selected to meet the functionality, strength and design requirements of each application.
Sustainable Innovation
We explore new formulations incorporating bio-based components and recycled materials, assessing their composition, performance and suitability for each application.
Innovation
Innovation at every stage.
Material expertise, engineering and collaborative development connect every idea to scalable production.
Material Innovation
We develop cork formulations and composites, including options with bio-based components and recycled materials, according to each application’s requirements.
Engineering & Prototyping
Transforming ideas into functional prototypes and production-ready solutions.
Advanced Manufacturing
Combining modern technologies with decades of cork expertise to ensure quality, consistency and scalability.
Collaborative Development
Working side by side with customers to accelerate product development and reduce time to market.
Sustainability
Commitment in practice.
Our practices include cork recovery, our own photovoltaic generation and annual monitoring of resource use.
Renewable Material
Cork is harvested from the bark of the cork oak without cutting down the tree. In our agglomerated materials, cork granules are bonded using binders selected for each application.
Cork Recovery
We recover cork production waste and reintegrate it into new applications where material characteristics and technical requirements allow.
Manufacturing in Portugal
We manufacture in Paços de Brandão. Part of the electricity consumed at our facility is supplied by our own photovoltaic generation.
B Corp Certified Company
B Corp certification covers the company’s social, environmental and governance practices. It applies to the organisation and does not constitute environmental certification of each product.
Process
From concept to production.
A complete development path built around your product, objectives and technical requirements.
Understanding your product, objectives and technical requirements.
Engineering, material selection and prototype development.
Testing, refinement and production planning.
Scalable manufacturing through moulding, CNC machining, cutting, turning and finishing, supported by defined quality controls and production traceability.
From incoming materials to final inspection, each project follows defined production and quality-control requirements. We ensure reliable supply, continuous support and a long-term partnership.
WE TURN CORK INTO POSSIBILITY.
From nature to high-performance solutions.
We combine cork, technology and design to develop products and components tailored to the needs of global brands.
Our own brand
Meet NATTU.
NATTU was created to explore the possibilities of cork through products that combine craftsmanship, functionality and timeless design. Designed and made in Portugal, its objects bring our creativity and material expertise into everyday life. NATTU is a brand by 3DCORK, a B Corp Certified company.
Discover NATTUInsights
Knowledge that inspires innovation.
From Idea to Product: Developing a Cork Solution
A shape, a function, a texture. A cork project can begin in many ways. Turning that idea into a product means connecting design with material selection and manufacturing. Have an idea to develop in cork? Share your intended application, dimensions and estimated quantities with us.
How We Manufacture Cork Footbeds at 3DCORK
A footbed brings together several decisions: the shape that allows it to fit the footwear, the materials used in its construction and the finish of the surface in contact with the foot. At 3DCORK, we develop and manufacture cork footbeds around each project’s requirements, combining industrial processes with assembly and finishing operations.
Why cork is a high-performance material for premium packaging
Natural, lightweight and versatile, cork combines performance, differentiation and design flexibility, creating new possibilities for brands looking for packaging with a distinctive identity.
Contact us to discuss your project and explore the possibilities of cork.
Contact
Let's build something natural extraordinary together.
Whether you’re developing a new product or looking for a cork manufacturing partner, we’re ready to help bring your ideas to life.
Phone
Email
Location
Zona Industrial do Pousado, 67
4535-516 Paços de Brandão
Portugal