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.
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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. Vectran™ has exceptional strength and tenacity relative to its weight: it is five times stronger than steel and ten times stronger than aluminum.
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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
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.
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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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