Kraton
Kraton develops, manufactures, and markets specialty polymers and biobased chemicals, focusing on sustainability and innovation. It is a leading global producer of pine chemicals and has achieved an EcoVadis Platinum Level Sustainability Rating for 2023.
Services
Kraton develops, manufactures, and markets specialty polymers and biobased chemicals. The company serves a wide range of markets including adhesives, automotive, consumer products, cosmetics, medical solutions, oilfield chemicals, packaging, paving, personal care, plastics recycling, polymer modification, roofing, sealants, and wire and cable. Kraton's CirKular+ ReNew program supports a circular economy through value chain partnerships.
Products
Kraton offers a diverse portfolio of products including KRATON™ A, KRATON™ D, KRATON™ FG, KRATON™ G, and Nexar. These products cater to various applications and industries. Notably, Kraton provides biobased Rosin Esters™ for safer road markings and biobased tackifiers for the adhesives industry. The company's polymers are used worldwide, with Kraton D polymers being highly preferred for bitumen modification in roofing products.
History
Kraton has a rich history of innovation, beginning with the invention of the first commercially viable styrenic block copolymers (SBC) in 1955. They launched Kraton™ D polymers in leisure shoes in 1964 and built their first dedicated block copolymer plant in Belpre, Ohio, in 1971. The company became publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol KRA in 2009. In 2016, Kraton acquired Arizona Chemical, and in 2022, it became part of DL Chemical.
Sustainability Initiatives
Kraton has a strong commitment to sustainability, earning an EcoVadis Platinum Level Sustainability Rating for 2023. The company offers 157 USDA BioPreferred products, with 50% of its business grounded in biobased materials. They have also received ISCC PLUS certification for their manufacturing facility in Belpre, Ohio. Kraton continues to pioneer in developing eco-friendly solutions, like partnering with Playmobil® to enhance the recyclability and durability of toys.
Global Presence
Kraton operates manufacturing facilities on three continents: North America, Europe, and Asia. They have a global reach with offices, innovation centers, and manufacturing plants located in Houston, Texas; Shanghai, China; Almere, Netherlands; Jacksonville, Florida; and Belpre, Ohio, among other locations. This extensive network supports their focus on innovation and customer-centric solutions worldwide.