Business fields
Bio products
Business fields
Agrochemicals
Kao Chemical Business is stepping into the bio field in order to realize a future of Kirei forpeople, society and the planet through the power of chemistry.
By Kao's unique technology and utilizing plant biomass and non-edible feedstock, we are tackling the global challenge of creating a low-carbon, sustainable society.

BIO IOS®
Bio IOS is a unique anionic surfactant, highly soluble in water while at the same time retaining its high affinity to oils. Utilizing Kao's years of research findings and manufacturing technologies, the molecular design and development of Bio IOS are aimed at realizing stable manufacture and supply on a global basis.

Together with our partners and leveraging our expertise and technologies, we will produce drop-in molecular alternatives for ingredients made from palm oil—the same ingredients used in thousands of consumer products worldwide.