Kuraray America Supplier FAQ

The following policies apply to all goods and services procured by Kuraray America, Inc.

• Except as specifically set forth in an agreement with Kuraray America, Inc., purchase orders are the only approved methods Kuraray America, Inc., uses for procuring goods and services.

• Goods may not be shipped, and work may not begin until an agreement and/or a purchase order has been entered into between Kuraray America, Inc., and the supplier.

• It is mandatory to provide a signed acknowledgement copy of the Purchase Order, internal order entry, or email confirmation before work may begin.

• Kuraray America, Inc., only pays for goods and services specified in the Purchase Order. Kuraray America, Inc., does not pay for goods shipped in excess of the specified quantity or for work that is not specified in the Purchase Order.

• Kuraray America, Inc., standard terms, and conditions apply to all procured goods and services, unless contractually agreed to otherwise by Kuraray America, Inc., and the supplier.

In order to process supplier invoices efficiently and timely, all invoicing must follow the agreed-upon payment terms in the purchase order and must be in strict accordance with Kuraray’s invoicing instructions, as set forth in the Invoicing Instructions below.  

View the Invoicing Instructions Document

At Kuraray America, Inc., we recognize that it is a privilege to work with a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. With top-of-the-line research and production facilities located in Houston, Texas, Fayetteville, NC, Washington Works, WV, Wilmington, DE and a vast network of supply from around the world, Kuraray leads the industry in specialty dental, fiber, resin, and elastomer products. Kuraray America, Inc., key stakeholders have high expectations for how we do business—with integrity and with a focus on people and the planet—to achieve what no one else can. We hold our staff, and those we work with, accountable for operating with the highest ethical standards each and every day.

Our values

• Respect for individuals.
• Cooperation to attain shared goals.
• The constant creation of new value.
• Ethics and Compliance.
• Safety and Health of our employees and contracted partners.
• Sustainability

Reflecting the increasingly global nature of Kuraray America, Inc., business, as well as the importance of our relationships with suppliers to achieve our mission, Kuraray expects suppliers to firmly adhere to ethical principles for labor, health and safety, environment, management systems and supply transparency. Further, Kuraray expects suppliers to determine how to meet, demonstrate and integrate in its conduct compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and principles. To continue supporting our goal to achieve what no one else can, Kuraray expects suppliers to apply these principles into continuous improvement efforts that are aimed at advancing performance over time.

Kuraray America, Inc. has certain requirements for contractors to work on our sites which include the following:

• Contractor registration on the ISN Network with a satisfactory rating.  

• Execution of a mutually agreeable Master Agreement.

• Enrollment in Owner Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP) (if applicable). The Kuraray OCIP program is managed by a 3rd party provider, Aon Risk Services Southwest, Inc.  Your company will need to agree to participate in OCIP program to be qualified for work on site. Details on Kuraray’s OCIP program will be provided by Kuraray’s procurement representative.

Participation in Request for Quotations or CAPEX Projects suppliers who are invited to bid are allowed to bid for our requirements. We suggest you contact the Kuraray Strategic Procurement group for details.

kai.procurement@kuraray.com

accountspayable@kuraray.com