Kuraray Co., Ltd.
- Industrial applications
- Farming
- Cement and concrete reinforcement
- Plastic reinforcement
- Functional paper, functional paper fiber
- Fireproof protective clothing
- Personal care products
- Medical products
- Automotive
- Electronic devices
- Clothes (Apparel, textile, yarn)
- Sports equipment
PVOH Fibers
Kuraray is the market leader in PVOH fibers, KURALON™ fibers developed by Kuraray have been used in countless applications for more than 60 years. KURALON™ K-II is our second generation of PVOH fibers. It is available as a water-soluble type and – for high-strength applications – an insoluble type.
Nonwovens are ideal for a variety of packaging uses because they are exceptionally light and robust. KURALON™ K-II is used, for example, in water-soluble nonwoven fabrics. Nonwoven packaging made of KURALON™ K-IIis environmentally friendly because it dissolves completely in water and is biodegradable. KURALON™ K-II offers unique features for various applications, so it can help solve the growing environmental problems.
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Melt-spun Fibers
Kuraray markets a wide range of polymer-based melt-spun fibers such as polyester, EVOH and specialty polyamide.Many different forms and functionalities are available, including Clacarbo™ for safe and comfortable protective workwear and protection against static electricity.
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LCP Fibers
Vectran™ LCP fiber is a high-strength, high-performance multifilament yarnspun from liquid crystal polymers (LCP). It is the world's first commercially available melt-spun LCP fiber. Reducing energy consumption without any loss of performance is important, for example, in the assembly of wind turbines and when handling tanker mooring ropes. Vectran™ liquid crystal polymer fibers have high strength yet are lightweight: they are 5 times stronger than steel but much lighter. Vectran™ also has high dimensional stability, making it ideal for use in extreme conditions, for example, at very high or low temperatures.
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Nonwoven Fabrics
Kuraray markets nonwoven fabrics such as KURAFLEX™ nonwoven (dry-laid technology) and KURAFLEX™ MB nonwoven (melt-blown technology). The latest innovations in this field are FELIBENDY™ nonwovens produced using the world’s first stream jet process.
VECRUS™ non-wovens have outstanding heat-resistance and low moisture absorbency. Thanks to its low weight, VECRUS™ can be used in the manufacture of heat resistant panels and ultra-lightweight fiber reinforced plastic sheets. Main applications include the electrical and electronics industry.
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Polytherimide (PEI) Fibers
Due to its safety performance, KURAKISSS™ polyetherimide (PEI) fiber is the ideal fiber for applications in aircraft. This fiber is high temperature resistant, flame-retardant and has low smoke density in the event of fire so it is especially suitable for use in aircraft cabins.
Hook and Loop Fasteners
Hook and loop fasteners are versatile, easy to use and almost indestructible. Therefore, they have been used for decades in vehicles, apparel, sports equipment and even the aviation and aerospace sectors.
Kuraray offers a variety of hook and loop fasteners with different shapes. MAGICTAPE™ is a standard hook and loop fastener, while FREEMAGIC™ hook and loop fastener has hooks and loops that are piled alternately on the same surface. Both types are made of 100% polyester without solvent, resulting in flame-retardant, heat-resistant and a certification of Oeko-Tex Standard 100.
As FREEMAGIC™ uses alternating hooks and loops in the same tape a single tape can be fastened to itself at any point. That means less material is required and avoids misplacement during assembly. Made without solvent, FREEMAGIC™ hook and loop fasteners are therefore effective, safe and environmentally friendly.
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PA9T polyamide fibers
Thanks to its outstanding resistance to heat and chemicals, PA9T polyamide fibers are used as a separator papers in high-performance battery cells, for example for electric vehicles. Dimensional stability and low water absorbency make PA9T ideal for electrical and electronic components.
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