Kuraray Co., Ltd.

Kuraray Co., Ltd. operates internationally, manufacturing and distributing a broad array of products, including various resins, chemicals, fibers, activated carbon, and sophisticated membrane systems. Its Vinyl Acetate division focuses on developing and marketing functional resins and films, notably PVA, PVB, and EVAL. The Isoprene segment is dedicated to the production and sale of SEPTON thermoplastic elastomer, related isoprene products, and GENESTAR. Within the Functional Materials sector, the company develops and supplies methacrylic resin, medical goods, and carbon materials. The Fibers and Textiles division creates and sells synthetic fibers, textiles, CLARINO manmade leather, non-woven fabrics, and similar items. Furthermore, the Trading segment's core activity involves processing and selling synthetic fibers and artificial leathers. Founded in 1926, the company maintains its headquarters in Tokyo, Japan.

Industry

Chemicals

Sector

Basic Materials

Headquarters

JP

CEO

Hitoshi Kawahara

Listed since

Jun 24, 1926

Employees

12,117