Kuraray Company Description
Kuraray Co., Ltd. engages in the production and sale of resins, chemicals, fibers, activated carbon, and high-performance membranes and systems worldwide.
The Vinyl Acetate segment manufactures and markets functional resins and films, including PVA, PVB and EVAL.
The Isoprene segment engages in the manufacture and marketing of SEPTON thermoplastic elastomer, isoprene-related products, and GENESTAR.
The Functional Materials segment manufactures and markets methacrylic resin, medical products, and carbon materials.
The Fibers and Textiles segment manufactures and sells synthetic fibers and textiles, CLARINO manmade leather, non-woven fabrics, and other products.
The Trading segment mainly processes and sells synthetic fibers and manmade leathers. It is also involved in the engineering business; design and construction of various plants; outsourcing of logistics services; temporary staffing/introduction business; design, manufacture, construction, and sale of water treatment equipment; travel and insurance agency business; golf course management; management of accommodation facilities and restaurants; manufacture and sale of hook-and loop fasteners and related products; manufacture and sale of dental materials; warehousing and logistics; and manufacturing and sales of methacrylic resin sheets, as well as provides consulting services.
The company was incorporated in 1926 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Country | Japan |
Founded | 1926 |
Industry | Chemicals |
Sector | Materials |
Employees | 11,906 |
CEO | Hitoshi Kawahara |
Contact Details
Address: Tokiwabashi Tower Tokyo, 100-0004 Japan | |
Phone | 81 3 6701 1000 |
Website | kuraray.com |
Stock Details
Ticker Symbol | 3405 |
Exchange | Tokyo Stock Exchange |
Fiscal Year | January - December |
Reporting Currency | JPY |
ISIN Number | JP3269600007 |
SIC Code | 2800 |
Key Executives
Name | Position |
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Hitoshi Kawahara | Chief Executive Officer |