Who is Kao Chemicals Europe

We are a chemical division of Kao Corporation.

Who we are

We are one of the largest chemical companies in Europe. One of our purposes lead chemical distribution industry trends in the World. A company with a technical and innovative orientation focused on satisfying the needs of customers and society, always following established ethical values.

Our mission is to contribute to the satisfaction and enrichment of people's lives and towards sustainable development.

In order to achieve these goals, we are a solutions provider that adds value to the manufacture of hygiene, health and beauty products. At the same time, different industries benefit in the development of their own products from our surfactants, aroma chemicals, aroma compounds, various families of technical applications products, polyester resins, high-quality toner for professional applications and inks for digital and analog printing.

Our activity is also based on a commitment to the environment. We continually invest in improvements which mitigate the environmental impact of our products and processes. To guarantee this commitment, our products and processes have quality certifications and are audited periodically.

Ultimately, our vision is to be an indispensable company moving toward the sustainable growth of society and industry, in accordance with the values of our clients.

Kao Chemicals Europe in Figures

Production Sites

Production Sites

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  • Germany
  • Mexico
  • Spain (4 sites)
Sales Offices

Sales Offices

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  • Brazil
  • Germany
  • Mexico
  • Spain
Employees

Employees

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  • Brazil
  • Germany
  • Mexico
  • Spain
Business Units

Business Units

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  • Surfactants for consumer applications
  • Fragrance & Aroma Chemicals
  • Surfactants for technical applications
  • Oleochemicals
  • Imaging Materials
  • Inks

Business Areas

We are one of the world leaders in the production and distribution of compounds and chemical products such as: bitumen and other compounds for asphalt concrete pavement, paint and surface coatings, fertilizer, precast concrete, industrial chemical cleaning, flotation mineral processing, oleochemical, chemical print among others.

Imaging Materials

Imaging Materials

  • Polyester-based resins
  • Toners for copiers and printers
  • Pigment dispersions
Printing Inks

Printing Inks

Flexography & Rotogravure

  • Water & Solvent-based
  • Primers
  • Concentrated color bases
  • Solid dispersions (chips)
  • Varnishes and additives

Inkjet

  • UV / LED
  • Eco-solvent
  • Oil-based
  • Water-based
  • Bio based
  • Low Migration
  • Solvent