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Fatty Chemical (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.
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Bringing new value for
chemicals, we contribute to
create a future of industry
and a sustainability of society
Senior Executive Officer, President, Chemical
Business, Daisuke Hamada
Kao's Chemical Business works to address challenges faced by our customers and industries by providing innovative products and solutions. Management decisions are made based on the criteria of whether they benefit society and the environment as we work to provide an extensive range of products on a global scale to contribute to create a future for industry and a sustainability of society.
This logo was created in 1992, to serve as a guideline for future business activities in order to clarify our vision for the future. The slogan, “bringing new value for chemicals” symbolizes more than simply selling chemicals. It is also a sign of our commitment towards total customer satisfaction by imparting new, innovative functions and information to the products we sell.
Company Profile
Fatty Chemical (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (FCM) is a joint venture company
between Kao Corporation Japan and IOI Oleochemical Industries Berhad. Established in 1988, FCM is the first company in Malaysia to produce fatty alcohols using palm kernel oil. Commercial production began in 1990, and a new facility was opened in 2002 to produce high-quality fatty alcohol using fatty acid. In 2018, FCM completed the IO (Internal Olefin) plant. FCM prides itself on using state-of-the-art technology and equipment, backed by Kao's innovation and technical expertise. The company produces fatty alcohols and refined glycerin, exporting most of its products for use in consumer and industrial products. The manufacturing operations are highly computerized, ensuring efficiency and safety.
History of FCM
On the 29th February 1988, Kao Corporation Japan and Palmco Holdings signed an agreement of joint venture business. The joint ventured company was established as Fatty Chemical (Malaysia) Sendirian Berhad whereby Kao Corporation had 70% stake and Palmco Holdings Berhad held 30% stake in this company. FCM factory is located in Perai which is in the mainland, Seberang Perai or Province Wellesley. It occupied a land area of about 29 acres of Prai Industrial Complex. FCM was set up in Perai due to its good port facilities and an abundance of palm trees, ensuring a good supply of palm kernel oil.
Main Products
Kao’s KALCOL product series consists of a variety of alkyl compositions, some of which are solid at normal temperature in granulated form for easy handling. The high quality of each KALCOL product results in the production of surfactants with superior characteristics. These advantages expand utilization of KALCOL in both direct and use as derivatives.
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KALCOL (Fatty Alcohol):
Used in surfactants, detergents, personal care products, and more. -
REFINED GLYCERIN:
Used in pharmaceuticals, food additives, cosmetics, and other applications. -
OLEFIN:
Used in detergents
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