INNOVATION
We were born with a thirst for discovery. Since we invented styrenic block copolymers (SBC) and are the world’s largest manufacturer of pine chemicals, we know how important it is to offer our clients cutting-edge, long-term solutions.
Kraton plays a key role in powering forward-thinking R&D that will influence and shape the future. Regardless of the application, understanding challenges and determining customer solutions is key to innovation.
200+
R&D Team Members
100+
Years of Innovation
8
Innovation Centers
157+
USDA BioPreferred®
Products
High-Performance Biobased Oils
AREAS OF FOCUS
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Whether you need safer healthcare options or better adhesion tackifiers, you can depend on Kraton to help push the boundaries of performance that power the future of innovation. Regardless of the application, innovation involves thoroughly understanding the challenge and determining how to deliver solutions that bring value to our customers.
Almere, Netherlands
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Belpre, OH
Houston, TX
Mumbai, India
Tokyo, Japan
Savannah, GA
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
We conduct life cycle assessments (LCA) on key products through an expert third party, providing insights into a product’s environmental footprint from cradle to gate.
Products
As the inventor of SBC and a leading global producer of pine chemicals, we advance solutions that meet multi-market needs and differentiate customer products.
Sustainability
We’re focused on helping the world move toward more sustainable products by consistently working to meet the ever-changing needs of our customers and stakeholders.