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Kuraray lifts thermoplastic elastomer output
Japan´s Kuraray (Tokyo / Japan; www.kuraray.co.jp) has announced plans to increase annual production capacity of hydrogen styrene elastomers at its Kashima plant by 4,000 to 23,000 t/y up to 2005. Combined with output at its US subsidiary Septon, the worldwide production capacity will then reach 35,000 t/y. The company said it is “committed” to meeting market demand for more highly functional and speciality materials. Plans are to increase global production capacity to 50,000 t/y.
20.11.2003 Plasteurope.com [13892]
Published on 20.11.2003