Message from the President

Kao-Quaker was established in 1974 as a joint venture between Quaker Oats Company of the United States and Kao Soap Co., Ltd. (now Kao Corporation). It began as a manufacturer and seller of foundry sand binder that could achieve high quality and high productivity. Over the past half-century, we have utilized the comprehensive development capabilities of the Kao Group and the strengths of our overseas bases to develop various products, including New Fran, characterized by low sulfur and high strength, alkaline phenolic binders that improve casting quality and work environment, coating agents that contribute to high-quality casting and reduced man-hours, casting runner made from recycled pulp that help reduce waste and workload, and artificial sand. We have expanded our market not only in Japan but also in Southeast Asia, China, Taiwan, and India.
The environment surrounding the foundry industry is undergoing significant changes due to the need for sustainable solutions, increasingly stringent chemical regulations, and the rapid advancement of digital and AI technologies. In such circumstances, we remain committed to the spirit of "Yoki-Monozukuri" and "Genba-ism," actively utilizing the latest chemical technologies and innovations to continuously provide products, services, and information that contribute to solving our customers' challenges. Our goal is to consistently be a preferred partner in the industry.