May 19, 2022
HOUSTON – Kuraray announces the decision to increase the prices of all EVOH (ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer) products globally, Kuraray trademark: EVAL™, Standard, Specialty grades, and service products (GF & ETC) for shipments commencing June 1, 2022.
This price increase is in response to continued disruptions in the supply chain creating difficulty securing raw materials, utilities, and supplies. This increase will help enhance Kuraray’s ability to continue to supply high-quality, reliable EVAL™ products.
Customers will be contacted directly and provided with specific price details by their account managers.
Kuraray sincerely appreciates your continued support and partnership.
About Kuraray
Founded in 1926, Japan-based Kuraray is a world leader in performance-based polymer and synthetic chemistry technologies, including resins, chemical, fibers, and textiles. It was the first entity in the world to bring ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) polymers to market. The company operates 19 subsidiaries around the world, including Kuraray America, Inc., which is headquartered in Houston, TX. The U.S. division is a world leader in barrier polymer material with products like EVAL™ EVOH and Plantic™, a bio-based polymer with high barrier properties. For more information, visit eval.kuraray.com
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