Henkel Partners With Kraton For Sustainable Adhesive Solutions

On Friday, March 22, 2024, Henkel, a global frontrunner in adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings, alongside Kraton Corporation, a prominent sustainable producer of biobased products from pine wood pulping, unveiled a significant multi-year supply partnership. This collaboration is set to supply Henkel Adhesive Technologies with advanced biobased tackifiers and the patented REvolution rosin ester technology. This initiative is aimed at reducing carbon emissions across various adhesive formulations by Henkel, marking a significant step towards sustainability in the adhesives sector.

Pernille Lind Olsen, Head of Henkel’s Global Packaging and Consumer Goods Division, emphasized the importance of strategic supplier partnerships like that with Kraton in driving sustainable innovations and delivering value to customers. Kraton's dedication to supporting Henkel's shift towards enhancing the sustainability performance of its packaging and consumer goods product portfolio was highlighted as a critical element in meeting the sustainability commitments of their customers and responding to consumer demand.

Minco van Breevoort, President of Kraton Pine Chemicals, expressed pride in collaborating with Henkel, sharing a mutual commitment to sustainability, innovation, and excellence. This partnership is seen as a forward step in promoting environmental stewardship and the adoption of renewable resources within the industry.

The integration of Kraton’s REvolution technology into Henkel’s Technomelt hot melt adhesive portfolio represents a significant advancement. Technomelt adhesives are renowned for their reliability, quality, and effectiveness across various applications including packaging, consumer goods, electronics, and automotive sectors. The inclusion of biobased tackifiers not only aims to reduce environmental impact but also maintains the high-quality solutions expected from Henkel.

Kraton's REvolution technology offers a sustainable alternative to fossil-based tackifiers. It boasts superior adhesion performance, lighter color, improved oxidative stability, and reduced odor characteristics. This innovation underscores both companies' dedication to advancing sustainable solutions within the market.

For more information about this partnership and the sustainable solutions it promises, interested parties are encouraged to visit Henkel’s sustainability webpage and Kraton’s website dedicated to their adhesive market solutions.

About Kraton: Kraton Corporation stands as a leading global producer of specialty polymers and high-value performance products derived from renewable resources. Its polymers find applications in a diverse range of fields including adhesives, coatings, consumer and personal care products, sealants, lubricants, medical supplies, packaging materials, automotive components, paving and roofing products. As the largest provider in the pine chemicals industry globally, Kraton’s specialty products cater to adhesive markets as well as road construction and tire industries among others. The company also produces a wide array of performance chemicals for markets such as fuel additives, oilfield chemicals, coatings, metalworking fluids and lubricants, inks, and mining. With its products reaching over 70 countries worldwide, Kraton continues to make its mark on a global scale.