Braskem

Braskem is a prominent petrochemical company in the Americas, focusing on thermoplastic resins, chemical products, and biopolymers. Established in 2002 through the merger of six major Brazilian firms, Braskem has expanded its operations to Brazil, the U.S., Mexico, and Europe, becoming a significant player in the global market. The company produces a variety of materials, including polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyvinyl chloride, which are used in packaging, textiles, and automotive components. Braskem is also a leader in renewable polymers, having introduced the I'm green™ biopolymer, made from sugarcane ethanol, which helps reduce carbon emissions. Additionally, it supplies essential petrochemicals like ethylene and propylene for industrial applications. Braskem is committed to sustainability, investing in recycling technologies and aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050. Its initiatives support a circular economy and emphasize the use of renewable feedstocks.

Plastics Brazil Founded 2002 ~6,339 employees SAO: BRKM5.SA

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Employees
6,339
+0.5% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$2.2M
Revenue ~$13.8B
Stock
BRKM5.SA
SAO
12-month attrition
8.7%
Tech: 6.7%
H1B filings, FY2026
3
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
42
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

Braskem went from 6,258 employees in Jul 2023 to 6,339 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 416 people joined, 208 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other5,419
Engineering327
Operations189
Sales145
Marketing76
HR64
Success52
Finance38

Salaries at Braskem

All salaries

6 salary profiles in the US

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering8
Consulting1
Sales1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 3 filings.

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Braskem FAQ

How many employees does Braskem have?

Braskem has about 6,339 employees, up 0.5% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

Does Braskem sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Braskem filed 3 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. The largest group was Consulting roles.

What is Braskem's revenue per employee?

Braskem makes about $2.18M in revenue per employee, based on $13.84B annual revenue and 6,339 employees.

How much does Braskem pay?

6figr has 6 salary profiles for Braskem in the US, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Braskem salaries page. See Braskem salaries

Is Braskem a public company?

Yes. Braskem is publicly traded under the ticker BRKM5.SA on SAO.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.