23 03, 2023

Sekisui Calvert City Supports Wally the Wise Guy’s Safety Message to Marshall County

2023-10-09T16:10:53+00:00

SEKISUI Specialty Chemicals recently participated in the Applied Polymer Technology Extension Consortium Symposium, sending two delegates to network with students and faculty at the collegiate organization.

Sekisui Calvert City Supports Wally the Wise Guy’s Safety Message to Marshall County2023-10-09T16:10:53+00:00
10 10, 2022

Polyvinyl Alcohol Enhances Optical Brightener Agents in Board Coatings

2023-06-01T02:30:35+00:00

Fluorescent whitening agents, also known as optical brighteners, may be added to coating formulations to increase sheet brightness. Polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) is recognized worldwide as the most effective “carrier” for optical brighteners.

Polyvinyl Alcohol Enhances Optical Brightener Agents in Board Coatings2023-06-01T02:30:35+00:00
20 09, 2022

Food-Safe Flex Packaging with Less Barrier Layers

2023-01-06T23:53:27+00:00

Fifty years ago, most perishable items such as meat, cheese, or vegetables were packaged in glass or metal containers. Even soda was packaged exclusively in glass containers. Today, many perishable items are packaged in flexible, plastic containers.

Food-Safe Flex Packaging with Less Barrier Layers2023-01-06T23:53:27+00:00
29 08, 2022

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals To Expand PVOH Capacity In Support of Market Growth

2022-09-20T14:48:36+00:00

SEKISUI Specialty Chemicals is excited to announce a plans to expand PVOH production capacity to support the recent growth in several key markets. When completed, the investments will increase capacity by as much as 25%.

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals To Expand PVOH Capacity In Support of Market Growth2022-09-20T14:48:36+00:00
10 06, 2022

Calvert City Plant Earns Governor’s Safety and Health Award

2022-06-28T16:29:59+00:00

Bowling Green, KY June 3rd, 2022- SEKISUI Specialty Chemicals of Calvert City has earned a Governor’s Safety and Health Award for demonstrating an outstanding commitment to workplace safety, the [...]

Calvert City Plant Earns Governor’s Safety and Health Award2022-06-28T16:29:59+00:00
20 05, 2022

SEKISUI Specialty Chemicals Now Runs on Renewable Energy

2022-05-19T21:40:52+00:00

Dallas, May 20th, 2022- SEKISUI Specialty Chemical is excited to announce a 5-year, renewable energy agreement with TXU Energy.  Edge Energy Consulting, LLC provided advisory services to SEKISUI throughout [...]

SEKISUI Specialty Chemicals Now Runs on Renewable Energy2022-05-19T21:40:52+00:00
29 04, 2022

The Stuff of Sustainable Dreams – our Wall Street Journal coverage

2023-01-04T15:50:58+00:00

SEKISUI CHEMICAL GROUP has spent decades showing how material innovation can form the very fabric of a vibrant and sustainable future. Reposted from the Wall Street Journal Today, the [...]

The Stuff of Sustainable Dreams – our Wall Street Journal coverage2023-01-04T15:50:58+00:00
1 04, 2022

Advancell Microspheres Launches a Dedicated Website

2022-05-03T15:22:32+00:00

Advancell Thermo-Expandable Microspheres launched a new, dedicated website! The microspheres provide lightweightening and flexiblity to various base resins. The new website provides compatibility data and application data in multiple languages.

Advancell Microspheres Launches a Dedicated Website2022-05-03T15:22:32+00:00
13 01, 2022

SEKISUI CHEMICAL Recognized ‘A List’ for Climate Change and Water Security Efforts

2022-02-11T16:49:37+00:00

Reposted from SEKISUI Europe  SEKISUI CHEMICAL has been awarded a place on the Climate Change A List and Water Security A List by the international non-profit environmental organization CDP. [...]

SEKISUI CHEMICAL Recognized ‘A List’ for Climate Change and Water Security Efforts2022-02-11T16:49:37+00:00
15 03, 2021

SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group is Global 100 for 4th Year Running

2021-12-14T19:33:30+00:00

Tokyo, January 26, 2021– SEKISUI CHEMICAL CO., LTD. (President and Representative Director: Keita Kato; hereinafter, “SEKISUI CHEMICAL”) has been selected as one of the 2021 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations [...]

SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group is Global 100 for 4th Year Running2021-12-14T19:33:30+00:00
15 03, 2021

SEKISUI is Ranked Bronze Class Sustainable Company by S&P Global

2021-12-14T19:32:00+00:00

Tokyo, February 17, 2021– SEKISUI CHEMICAL Company has been ranked “Bronze Class” in S&P Global’s Sustainability Assessment, which is a global ESG investment* investigation and ranking company. This year, 242 out [...]

SEKISUI is Ranked Bronze Class Sustainable Company by S&P Global2021-12-14T19:32:00+00:00
5 03, 2020

SEKISUI Chemicals All Female Panel Speaks to Georgia Tech’s Scientists

2021-04-12T17:50:54+00:00

On March 3rd, a panel of five female scientists from SEKISUI Chemical Group addressed the Georgia Tech chapter of Women In Material Sciences and Engineering student group. The scientists represented SEKISUI Xenotech, SEKISUI Voltek, and SEKISUI Specialty Chemicals. Each scientist shared some information about the company they work for

SEKISUI Chemicals All Female Panel Speaks to Georgia Tech’s Scientists2021-04-12T17:50:54+00:00
27 01, 2020

SEKISUI Specialty Chemical’s Fighting Spirit Run Team at the Houston Marathon

2022-11-15T18:55:17+00:00

'Fighting Spirit', SEKISUI Specialty Chemicals' running team, recently completed the 2020 Houston Marathon. The Pasadena based team has been practicing for months, logging thousands of miles in preparation for this year's race. The team has grown over the past three years- these dedicated runners inspire other employees to set new goals and join the SEKISUI Fighting Spirit Team.

SEKISUI Specialty Chemical’s Fighting Spirit Run Team at the Houston Marathon2022-11-15T18:55:17+00:00
3 09, 2019

Murray State Students Study Abroad with Sekisui Scholarship

2022-11-15T18:18:40+00:00

A pair of Murray State University students had the opportunity to study abroad in Japan this summer with the Kentucky Institute for International Studies (KIIS) Japan Program, thanks to a scholarship generously funded by Sekisui Specialty Chemicals. Now in its eighth year, the Sekisui Scholarship has provided $40,000 to fund Murray State Education

Murray State Students Study Abroad with Sekisui Scholarship2022-11-15T18:18:40+00:00
19 07, 2019

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Sponsors 2019 Chemistry Grads From University Rovira I Virgili (URV)

2021-04-12T17:51:00+00:00

Tarragona University Rovira I Virgili (URV), held a graduation ceremony for students from different chemistry related fields. 2019 graduates with a chemistry degree, a biochemistry & molecular biology degree, or a 5 year double degree in biotechnology and biochemistry & molecular biology were sponsored by Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Europe (SSCE) in honor of the company’s 10th anniversary in Tarragona, Spain.

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Sponsors 2019 Chemistry Grads From University Rovira I Virgili (URV)2021-04-12T17:51:00+00:00
20 06, 2019

Calvert City Plant Awarded 9th Governors Safety Award

2021-04-12T17:53:43+00:00

On June 7th, 2019, the Kentucky Labor Cabinet visited Calvert City, Kentucky to present Sekisui Specialty Chemicals America, LLC, with the Governor’s Safety and Health Award. This award signifies the achievement of 1,896,408 hours worked by Sekisui employees without experiencing a lost-time injury or illness. The Governor’s Safety and Health Award recognizes Kentucky’s employers and employees for outstanding safety and health performance in the workplace.

Calvert City Plant Awarded 9th Governors Safety Award2021-04-12T17:53:43+00:00
18 06, 2019

Sekisui Specialty Chemical Gallops into 2019 During its Annual Global Business Conference

2021-04-12T17:53:53+00:00

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals (SSC) held its annual Global Business Conference from May 23-25th in Frisco, Texas. Representatives from key departments such as finance, sales, marketing, legal, supply chain, compliance, and HR came together for the two and half day conference to discuss 2018 accomplishments and the upcoming goals for 2019.

Sekisui Specialty Chemical Gallops into 2019 During its Annual Global Business Conference2021-04-12T17:53:53+00:00
14 06, 2019

Nobel Prize Winner Visits Sekisui Europe

2022-01-11T15:00:01+00:00

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Europe was honored to receive a visit from Professor Richard Schrock. Professor Schrock received the Nobel Prize for Chemistry in 2005 for his work in the area of olefin metathesis, and has been a Professor of Chemistry at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology for many years.

Nobel Prize Winner Visits Sekisui Europe2022-01-11T15:00:01+00:00
29 05, 2019

Sales Control Program Instated for Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol

2021-12-17T02:07:59+00:00

Dallas, May 29th, 2019- Sekisui Specialty Chemicals strives to ensure consistent and reliable production to meet market demand and our customers’ needs.  In response to strong demand, some recent short-term production disruptions and to adequately prepare for planned turnarounds at our US production sites, Sekisui will implement a 100% Sales Control program for all

Sales Control Program Instated for Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol2021-12-17T02:07:59+00:00
21 05, 2019

Annual Georgia Tech Material Sciences Poster Competition Sponsored by Sekisui Specialty Chemicals

2022-11-15T18:50:15+00:00

On April 11th, the Material Science and Engineering (MSE) department of Georgia Tech held its 7th Annual Undergraduate and Graduate Poster Competition. This poster competition allows graduate and undergraduate students the opportunity to showcase their research to their peers, the faculty, and industry representatives. Sekisui Specialty Chemicals was a proud sponsor of the event and sent a delegate to serve as a poster judge. Almost 150 visitors stopped by to view the 55 submitted posters and listen to several undergraduate student talks.

Annual Georgia Tech Material Sciences Poster Competition Sponsored by Sekisui Specialty Chemicals2022-11-15T18:50:15+00:00
15 05, 2019

Have You Met Mike George? VP of Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Europe

2022-11-11T18:38:53+00:00

My name is Mike George and I am the Vice President of Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Europe. I started working for Sekisui in 2013 as the Commercial Director for our European business, then moving to a Global Marketing role 2 years later. In 2015, I took over the role as Vice President and have been doing it since then, in addition to my Marketing responsibilities.

Have You Met Mike George? VP of Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Europe2022-11-11T18:38:53+00:00
14 03, 2019

Sekisui Chemical selected as Global 100 Sustainable Corp. 2nd year running

2022-01-11T15:55:29+00:00

TOKYO--SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group has been selected as one of the 2019 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World (2019 Global 100). 2019 is the second consecutive and fourth time overall that SEKISUI CHEMICAL has been included in this index.

Sekisui Chemical selected as Global 100 Sustainable Corp. 2nd year running2022-01-11T15:55:29+00:00
19 02, 2019

Life Cycle Analysis Results Shared for Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol

2022-11-14T21:56:22+00:00

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals is proud to share the results of our 3rd party evaluated life cycle analysis (LCA). The Environmental Protection Agency defines LCA as a technique to assess the environmental aspects and potential impacts associated with a product.

Life Cycle Analysis Results Shared for Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol2022-11-14T21:56:22+00:00
14 01, 2019

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Adopts A Family For the Holidays

2021-12-17T02:05:49+00:00

The holiday season can be a difficult time for families with chronically ill or hospitalized children. These families are not only coping with the difficulty of having a sick child, but also with financial and emotional burdens as well. Children’s Medical Center in Dallas hosts the annual Adopt-A-Family Program to gather toys, games,

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Adopts A Family For the Holidays2021-12-17T02:05:49+00:00
3 01, 2019

Annual Applied Polymer Technology Consortium Sponsored by Sekisui

2021-12-17T01:48:53+00:00

Dallas, January 2, 2019– Sekisui Specialty Chemicals (SSC) sponsored the 6th Annual Applied Polymer Technology (APTEC) Extension Consortium Symposium hosted by Southeastern Louisiana University at Hammond Louisiana on November 17th, 2018. Brad Wurm, head of R&D at the Houston Technology Center, and Xiaonan Singer, member of the R&D department, represented the company at the daylong event.

Annual Applied Polymer Technology Consortium Sponsored by Sekisui2021-12-17T01:48:53+00:00
15 10, 2018

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Relaunches Selvol Ultiloc Series

2021-04-12T17:57:18+00:00

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals is proud to announce the relaunch of the Selvol Ultiloc series; a range of copolymers that expand on the functionality of industry trusted Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol products. Previously, the Selvol Ultiloc brand represented copolymers sold into barrier film and flexible packaging applications. The relaunch of this series marks the expansion of product categories and the addition of several new copolymers to the range.

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Relaunches Selvol Ultiloc Series2021-04-12T17:57:18+00:00
13 09, 2018

Summer Interns Gain New Perspectives at HTC

2021-04-12T17:57:26+00:00

This summer, Sekisui Specialty Chemicals’ Houston Technology Center (HTC) hosted two interns who participated in research activities focused on new product development. In order to complete their projects, interns read patents and designed and conducted experiments. At the end of their summer projects, the interns gave a final presentation to the team at HTC.

Summer Interns Gain New Perspectives at HTC2021-04-12T17:57:26+00:00
14 08, 2018

Sekisui Chemical Group Continues Commitment to Paris Agreement Objectives

2021-12-17T02:02:39+00:00

Sekisui Chemical Company is aiming to keep the overall volume of greenhouse gas emitted during manufacturing pegged to the fiscal 2013 level and reducing by 1% every year the amount of energy consumed per unit of output.

Sekisui Chemical Group Continues Commitment to Paris Agreement Objectives2021-12-17T02:02:39+00:00
30 07, 2018

Sekisui Europe Significantly Reduces Its CO2 Footprint

2022-01-11T15:00:26+00:00

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Europe has made great progress minimizing the CO2 footprint of its Tarragona, Spain facility through reduced energy consumption at the plant. Currently, the main source of the plant’s CO2 footprint is the steam intake required to operate a natural gas boiler.

Sekisui Europe Significantly Reduces Its CO2 Footprint2022-01-11T15:00:26+00:00
18 06, 2018

SSC Calvert City Receives its 8th Governor’s Safety and Health Award

2021-12-17T01:56:08+00:00

CALVERT CITY, Ky. (June 5, 2018) – Labor Cabinet Acting Secretary Mike Nemes visited Sekisui Specialty Chemicals in Calvert City today to present a Governor’s Safety and Health Award for the 1,755,643 production hours worked without a lost-time incident by employees.

SSC Calvert City Receives its 8th Governor’s Safety and Health Award2021-12-17T01:56:08+00:00
3 05, 2018

Georgia Tech MSE Poster Competition Sponsored by Sekisui Specialty Chemicals

2021-12-17T01:53:58+00:00

Dallas, May 3, 2018– Sekisui Specialty Chemicals was a proud sponsor of the Georgia Tech School of Material Science and Engineering’s (MSE) Annual Poster Competition on April 12th.

Georgia Tech MSE Poster Competition Sponsored by Sekisui Specialty Chemicals2021-12-17T01:53:58+00:00
10 04, 2018

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Cleans Up Sims Bayou at Trash Bash

2021-04-12T18:10:24+00:00

Dallas, April 10, 2018– Every year, thousands of volunteers gather along Texas waterways to do their part in cleaning up the environment by participating in the largest, single-day waterway cleanup in the state of Texas, the River, Lakes, Bays ‘N Bayous Trash Bash.

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Cleans Up Sims Bayou at Trash Bash2021-04-12T18:10:24+00:00
25 09, 2017

Earthquake in Central Mexico Impacts Sekisui Specialty Chemicals

2021-04-12T18:10:36+00:00

Dallas, September 26th 2017– In the wake of the September 19th earthquake in Mexico, Sekisui Specialty Chemicals would like to confirm that all employees at our Mexico City site are safe despite minor damage to the offices.

Earthquake in Central Mexico Impacts Sekisui Specialty Chemicals2021-04-12T18:10:36+00:00
31 08, 2017

Hurricane Harvey Impact on Sekisui Specialty Chemicals

2021-04-12T18:10:42+00:00

Dallas, August 30, 2017– Sekisui Specialty Chemicals would like to confirm that all of our employees are safe, and both of our Houston area facilities are undamaged as of August 30th. Our Pasadena plant was shut down on August 26th.

Hurricane Harvey Impact on Sekisui Specialty Chemicals2021-04-12T18:10:42+00:00
22 06, 2016

Ask An Expert

2021-12-17T02:16:20+00:00

Betsy Taber is a Senior Environmental Engineer with Sekisui Specialty Chemicals at our Calvert City Plant. She went to Georgetown College, and received a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry. She also has a Master of Science degree in Management of Technology from Murray State University.

Ask An Expert2021-12-17T02:16:20+00:00
9 06, 2016

Sekisui Sponsors Science Day for Dallas Children

2021-04-12T18:00:46+00:00

On Saturday June 4th, Sekisui Chemical Company sponsored a Science Day for the children of the Dallas Japanese Association. Along with volunteers from Sekisui Specialty Chemicals, Sekisui employees from across the nation came together in Dallas to help students understand various chemical and physical properties using a series of hands-on experiences.

Sekisui Sponsors Science Day for Dallas Children2021-04-12T18:00:46+00:00
20 05, 2016

Sekisui’s High Purity Methyl Acetate Capacity Expansion

2021-04-12T18:01:11+00:00

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals is pleased to announce the start-up of a major capacity expansion of its high purity (99.5%) methyl acetate production unit in Tarragona, Spain, increasing its capability to serve customers with differentiated methyl acetate products.

Sekisui’s High Purity Methyl Acetate Capacity Expansion2021-04-12T18:01:11+00:00
3 03, 2016

Top 7 Reasons to Use Selvol PVOH for Textile Warp Sizing

2022-11-15T18:04:13+00:00

Polyvinyl alcohol is widely used textile warp sizing composition. Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol for textiles is an excellent film former, providing a protective coating for spun and filament yarn. It is coats the textiles with a sturdy film, however, it is easily removed (desized) with hot water. Features of Selvol polyvinyl alcohol as a warp sizing agent include superior:

Top 7 Reasons to Use Selvol PVOH for Textile Warp Sizing2022-11-15T18:04:13+00:00
22 02, 2016

4th Edition of the Sekisui Squash Open

2021-04-12T18:01:31+00:00

The Sekisui Open will take place in the Sportpark Pilatus in Kriens, Switzerland from 7 to 13 March 2016. For the first time a PSA 5 women’s tournament will also take place on the same weekend as the PSA 15 men’s tournament. Eight top-100 female players as well as ten top-100 male players will participate in the professional tournament.

4th Edition of the Sekisui Squash Open2021-04-12T18:01:31+00:00
7 01, 2016

A Message from the President

2021-04-12T18:02:08+00:00

We would like to begin this New Year by thanking all of our customers for their support and patronage through the ups and downs of 2015. The upcoming year promises to be a year of progress and growth, with a major product line scheduled to launch in the first half and several long term research projects coming to fruition throughout the year. We are excited to take these steps towards realizing our vision of becoming the leading edge supplier of polymer solutions, fulfilling today’s needs and creating tomorrow’s expectations.

A Message from the President2021-04-12T18:02:08+00:00
16 12, 2015

Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol and Water: A Love Hate Relationship

2022-02-11T17:27:08+00:00

Because Selvol polyvinyl alcohol is a water-soluble polymer, it is sometimes perceived as having little or no water resistance. However, Selvol polymers can provide both water retention or water resistance depending on the grade selected. Our polymer range includes both hydrophilic and hydrophobic polyvinyl alcohol.

Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol and Water: A Love Hate Relationship2022-02-11T17:27:08+00:00
3 12, 2015

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Awarded 1st Place at Kaizen Competition

2021-12-17T01:47:43+00:00

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals (SSC) was awarded 1st place in Sekisui Chemical’s prestigious Kaizen competition this year. Kaizen is a nine step process of continuous improvement that is a high priority for all Sekisui businesses. The Kaizen competition is held annually among regional Sekisui subsidiaries across the world, and the wining team in each region advances to compete in the global competition.

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Awarded 1st Place at Kaizen Competition2021-12-17T01:47:43+00:00
5 11, 2015

Selvol in Your Living Room: Polvyinyl Alcohol in Wood Glue

2021-04-12T17:45:13+00:00

Have you ever put together your own entertainment console or coffee table, gluing those little wooden pegs into pre-drilled holes? Or even built your own chairs or tables from scratch? You were probably using a wood glue that featured Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVOH) as a key ingredient.

Selvol in Your Living Room: Polvyinyl Alcohol in Wood Glue2021-04-12T17:45:13+00:00
29 10, 2015

Premiol: The Environmentally Friendly Drilling Additive

2021-04-12T17:45:15+00:00

Selvol Premiol is a line of high performance polymers specifically designed for the oilfield industry. The polymers improve fluid loss control, gas migration, reduce friction, and enhance oil recovery, making them valuable additions to cementing, injection, fracturing, and drilling fluids.

Premiol: The Environmentally Friendly Drilling Additive2021-04-12T17:45:15+00:00
8 10, 2015

Sekisui Chemical Selected for the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices

2021-12-17T01:50:31+00:00

Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd. has been selected for the fourth year in a row by the World Index of the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI), which is the global stock index of SRI, or Socially Responsible Investments. These investment methods evaluate businesses not only from a financial aspect, but also from the environmental and social aspect.

Sekisui Chemical Selected for the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices2021-12-17T01:50:31+00:00
1 10, 2015

Improve Colorfastness in Semi-Permanent Hair Dyes with Selvol Ultalux AD

2022-02-11T17:27:51+00:00

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals (SSC) has presented research at the Society of Cosmetic Chemist’s Annual Technology Showcase since the launch of our cosmetic quality polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH), Selvol Ultalux. The annual showcase event, held in New York City at the beginning of December, is an opportunity for formulators and chemists from many countries to share and review the latest advances in personal care.

Improve Colorfastness in Semi-Permanent Hair Dyes with Selvol Ultalux AD2022-02-11T17:27:51+00:00
24 09, 2015

Sekisui Encourages Tomorrow’s Leaders at European Children’s Eco Summit 2015

2021-12-17T01:52:44+00:00

After three events in Asia, Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd. brought its Children’s Eco Summit back to Europe. Co-hosted by Sekisui and the Global Nature Fund, the event took place from 4 to 6 September at Lake Constance, Germany. The Children’s Eco Summit, established in 2007 for the 60th anniversary of the company, offers children of the employees the opportunity to experience, learn and talk about the environment and nature.

Sekisui Encourages Tomorrow’s Leaders at European Children’s Eco Summit 20152021-12-17T01:52:44+00:00
20 08, 2015

2 Examples of Oil & Gas Resistant, Barrier Polyvinyl Alcohol

2021-04-12T18:03:25+00:00

Paper manufacturers are looking for new end uses for coated or treated paper. One area of progress is food packaging; particularly packaging that provides some level of oil and grease resistance. Selvol polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) is an extremely hydrophilic polymer, and as a continuous film, exhibits total barrier properties to oil, grease, and most organic solvents.

2 Examples of Oil & Gas Resistant, Barrier Polyvinyl Alcohol2021-04-12T18:03:25+00:00
13 08, 2015

Improving the Performance of Pore Cleansing Masks and Strips with Selvol Ultalux AD and Polyvinyl Alcohol

2022-02-11T17:28:55+00:00

Polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) is one of the most commonly used film formers in personal care products. A quick search of the Good Guide database (http://www.goodguide.com/) reveals that over 800 different products contain polyvinyl alcohol including mascaras, concealers, masks and peels, foundation

Improving the Performance of Pore Cleansing Masks and Strips with Selvol Ultalux AD and Polyvinyl Alcohol2022-02-11T17:28:55+00:00
5 08, 2015

9 Reasons to Use Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol in Your Adhesive

2021-04-12T18:03:58+00:00

Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol is an excellent emulsifying and dispersing agent for a wide variety of materials. In particular, it is one of the most widely used polymers for the colloidal stabilization of vinyl-acetate-based emulsions. Polyvinyl acetate (PVAc) homopolymer and copolymer emulsions

9 Reasons to Use Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol in Your Adhesive2021-04-12T18:03:58+00:00
30 07, 2015

9 Reasons to Use Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol in Your Ceramic Product

2022-11-15T16:56:04+00:00

As eco-friendly products rise in popularity, more cultures adopt Western style sanitationware, and biomedicine advances in orthopedic and dental reconstruction, the world demand for traditional and technical ceramics is increasing.

9 Reasons to Use Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol in Your Ceramic Product2022-11-15T16:56:04+00:00
9 07, 2015

Improving Crop Viability with Polyvinyl Alcohol Seed Coatings

2021-04-12T17:45:26+00:00

In many regions with colder climates, such as the Upper Midwest of the United States, the growing season for crops is much shorter than in more temperate regions. In such climates, morning frost is common well into May.

Improving Crop Viability with Polyvinyl Alcohol Seed Coatings2021-04-12T17:45:26+00:00
24 06, 2015

Air Knife and Rod/Blade Coating Starting Formulations Using Polyvinyl Alcohol

2021-12-17T01:43:59+00:00

Advances in ink jet printing technology have resulted in a new generation of ink jet printers which can print faster at wider paper widths, producing four-color images close to photography quality. Ink jet printing papers must respond to these changes through quick ink absorption, minimizing ink bleed and ink wicking while retaining favorable ink optical density values.

Air Knife and Rod/Blade Coating Starting Formulations Using Polyvinyl Alcohol2021-12-17T01:43:59+00:00
9 06, 2015

Laminated, Sealed, Glued and Bound- Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol as an Adhesive Binder

2021-12-17T01:42:38+00:00

Selvol polyvinyl alcohol is used as a primary and ancillary adhesive binder in many household items. From the envelopes we seal our letters into, the wood furniture we assemble, and the books we read, there is Selvol polyvinyl alcohol in all of these.

Laminated, Sealed, Glued and Bound- Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol as an Adhesive Binder2021-12-17T01:42:38+00:00
8 06, 2015

Happy World Oceans Day

2022-08-23T15:01:50+00:00

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals has manufacturing plants on two different continents, and our transportation and distribution networks reach into almost every country on the planet. We are truly a world wide business. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policy reflects our sincere efforts to minimize our impact on this planet’s resources. This policy includes our commitment to:

Happy World Oceans Day2022-08-23T15:01:50+00:00
28 05, 2015

Textile Sizing Chemicals in Industrial Warping: Comparing PVOH vs. Starch

2023-06-01T02:45:18+00:00

Polyvinyl alcohol is widely used textile warp sizing composition. Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol for Textile Warp Sizing is an excellent film former, providing a protective coating for spun and filament yarn. It’s tough film, however, is easily removed (desized) with hot water.

Textile Sizing Chemicals in Industrial Warping: Comparing PVOH vs. Starch2023-06-01T02:45:18+00:00
30 04, 2015

Selvol Attends PaperCon 2015 and TAPPI’s Centennial Celebration

2021-12-14T19:46:16+00:00

April 30, 2015 – Sekisui Specialty Chemicals (SSC) was an exhibitor at last week’s PaperCon 2015. The annual conference was even larger this year due to TAPPI’s Centennial Celebration. The four day conference included an extra gala to commemorate the history of paper making and TAPPI’s long standing presence in the industry.

Selvol Attends PaperCon 2015 and TAPPI’s Centennial Celebration2021-12-14T19:46:16+00:00
15 12, 2014

Ultalux for Hair Care Highlighted at Cosmetic Chemist Technology Showcase

2021-12-17T02:03:29+00:00

December 15, 2015 – Sample formulations highlighting Selvol Ultalux for hair color longevity and hair gel hold were highlighted at the New York Society of Cosmetic Chemist’s Annual Technology Showcase on December 13th. Over 2000 formulators and chemists attended the regional event.

Ultalux for Hair Care Highlighted at Cosmetic Chemist Technology Showcase2021-12-17T02:03:29+00:00
15 09, 2014

Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol Solution Preparation Video

2021-12-14T19:45:51+00:00

September 9, 2014 – Sekisui Specialty Chemicals prides itself on being a leading innovator in high performance polyvinyl alcohol polymers. We have created a short 5 minute video detailing our recommended solution preparation guidelines. While our Solutions Preparation Guide is thorough , we often receive technical support questions on the visual steps of the dissolution process.

Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol Solution Preparation Video2021-12-14T19:45:51+00:00
25 04, 2014

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Announces Europe, Middle East and Africa Polyvinyl Alcohol VAM Surcharge

2021-12-17T01:57:37+00:00

Dallas, April 25, 2014 – Sekisui Specialty Chemicals, a global leader in polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH), announced today that it will implement a temporary VAM cost surcharge of €400/mT effective May 1, 2014 on all grades of polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) that it produces in Europe.

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Announces Europe, Middle East and Africa Polyvinyl Alcohol VAM Surcharge2021-12-17T01:57:37+00:00
15 03, 2014

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Announces North America, South America and Asia PVOH Price Increase

2021-12-17T02:00:57+00:00

Dallas, March 15, 2014 – Sekisui Specialty Chemicals, a global leader in polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH), announced today that it will increase the price of all grades of polyvinyl alcohol sold in North America, South America and Asia by US$200/MT. This increase will take effect April 15, 2014, or as contracts and agreements allow.

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Announces North America, South America and Asia PVOH Price Increase2021-12-17T02:00:57+00:00
28 02, 2014

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Announces Europe, Middle East and Africa Polyvinyl Alcohol Price Increase

2021-12-17T01:56:56+00:00

Dallas, March 1, 2014 – Sekisui Specialty Chemicals, a global leader in polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH), announced today that it will increase the price of all grades of polyvinyl alcohol sold in Europe, the Middle East and Africa by 150 Euro/MT. This increase will take effect April 1, 2014, or as contracts and agreements allow.

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Announces Europe, Middle East and Africa Polyvinyl Alcohol Price Increase2021-12-17T01:56:56+00:00
6 01, 2014

Commitment to Selvol Consumers Continues Unaffected by Celanese Closures

2021-12-17T01:49:44+00:00

On November 4th, Celanese Corporation announced their intent to initiate the closure of both their Roussillon acetic anhydride facility and their vinyl acetate monomer (VAM) production unit in Tarragona. The security of Sekisui Specialty Chemicals’ VAM supply has not and will not change as a result of these closures,

Commitment to Selvol Consumers Continues Unaffected by Celanese Closures2021-12-17T01:49:44+00:00
24 05, 2013

Sekisui Introduces Selvol™ Ultalux for Personal Care

2021-12-14T19:37:52+00:00

Dallas, May 24, 2013 — Sekisui Specialty Chemicals, a global leader in polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH), officially launched five new cosmetic grade polymers on May 14, 2013. The new grades were introduced under the Selvol Ultalux brand at the New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists Suppliers Day in Edison, New Jersey.

Sekisui Introduces Selvol™ Ultalux for Personal Care2021-12-14T19:37:52+00:00
16 09, 2011

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals to Launch New Selvol Brand for Polyvinyl Alcohol Product Line

2021-12-17T02:01:30+00:00

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals is pleased to announce that effective October 1, 2011 our polyvinyl alcohol product line name will be rebranded from the current Celvol to its new name: Selvol. This change marks the final step in the transition of our business to Sekisui and reflects our renewed commitment to our customers under Sekisui’s ownership.

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals to Launch New Selvol Brand for Polyvinyl Alcohol Product Line2021-12-17T02:01:30+00:00

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