Business Overview

Coatings for Plastics

We provide high-quality coatings for plastics globally that excel in both aesthetics and functionality.

Business Outline

Our coatings for plastics business globally provides high-performance coating materials that excel in aesthetics and functionality and are tailored to meet the needs of a wide range of industries.
In the automotive market, we have earned a high market share and strong trust globally for both interior and exterior component applications. In addition, we offer a wide variety of products, including coatings for cosmetic containers and films to meet a diverse range of needs.

Product lineup

Over 300 types

To meet customers’ needs and maintain their trust, we have constructed the Fujikura Kasei Global Network (FGN), anchored by three key companies in Japan, the US, and the UK, which deploys our global operations centered around our Coatings for Plastics Division.
Through FGN, we supply products and services of the same consistent quality throughout the world via our global network.

Fields of Business

  • Automotive

    Automotive

  • Home appliances

    Home appliances

  • Cosmetic containers

    Cosmetic containers

  • Agricultural materials

    Agricultural materials

  • Hobby products

    Hobby products

  • Film products

    Film products

Main Products

Coating materials

For detailed information about our various products (product names, materials, characteristics, etc.), please see the product information page.

Automotive Market

Specialty Coatings Market

Message From the Division

Coatings for Plastics Division Hitoshi Kawaguchi
Coatings for Plastics Division
Hitoshi Kawaguchi
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Business outline and strong points

Our coatings for plastics business is a pioneer in coatings for plastics that leads the industry both in Japan and abroad, offering coating materials with exceptional aesthetics and functionality for a vast range of fields.
In the automotive market, our coatings for plastics have earned a high market share and strong trust worldwide.
Outside the automotive market, in what is called the specialty coatings market, we offer a wide range of products to meet diverse needs, including applications for cosmetic containers, home appliances, and films.

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FGN: Fujikura Kasei Global Network

We have built a global network with manufacturing and sales bases around the world, centered on Asia, the Americas, and Europe.
We offer products with the same consistent quality all over the world. We hope you will make use of FGN.

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How our coatings for plastics business creates value

We are expanding our lineup of water-borne coatings and biomass products, offering more plating alternatives and products suitable for film methods, and promoting processes such as low-temperature, rapid-drying techniques that save energy by shortening process times. Through these efforts, we will expand our lineup of products aimed at reducing CO2 emissions while advancing our resin development.
Furthermore, by leveraging the technological synergies of our global network, to address the diverse challenges faced by users around the world, we aim to contribute to solving social issues and bringing about a decarbonized society.

FAQs

Is it possible to request coating services as well?
Our company does not take on coating work, but please feel free to ask us to refer you to coating manufacturers or other relevant contacts.
The process of coating requires the selection of an appropriate coating for the object being coated.
Because there are various kinds, we will assist you starting from the selection of the coating.
For CO2 reduction, we can propose coatings with shortened drying times, reducing CO2 with lower temperatures, and streamlined processes.
For VOC emission reduction, we can propose water-borne coatings, high-solids coatings, solvent-free coatings, and more.
In terms of CO2 emissions, we can calculate and report the carbon footprint associated with a given product.
We always provide troubleshooting support for the products you have purchased.
Please feel free to contact us.

Contact

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about our company or products.

FAQs

Answers to common questions asked by our customers.