


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 based on whether they benefit society and the environment as we work to provide an extensive range of products globally, contributing to a sustainable future for industry and 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.


Kao Specialties Americas LLC (KSA) is a member of the Kao Group. KSA is a specialty chemicals manufacturing company with three major business segments (1) Oleo Chemicals, (2) Performance Chemicals and (3) Specialty Chemicals including Imaging Materials and Aroma Chemicals.
The facility is located in High Point, NC on approximately 60 acres. Kao Specialties Americas LLC conducts its daily operations in accordance with The Kao Way and principles of the Kao's Business Conduct Guidelines. Moreover, we support the commitment of the Kao Group to manufacture and market quality products while always embracing the corporate culture of Yoki-Monozukuri.