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Our fibers and textiles business handles all three major synthetic groups―nylon, polyester and acrylic. Our product lineup fulfills a vast array of needs, from filament yarns, staple fibers, textiles and garments to industrial material applications.
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Our plastics and chemicals business supplies resins, films and chemicals. We are the leading maker of polyester films, with a 20% global market share.
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Our IT-related products segment serves such growth markets as semiconductor and circuit materials, optical fibers and printing materials. We offer a vast array of products, including films for flat-panel displays as well as liquid crystal color filters.
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Our carbon fiber composite materials business supplies PAN-type carbon fiber used in aerospace and many other applications. Already the world's largest maker of carbon fibers, we continue to grow and build our leading position.
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Our environment and engineering business is a global leader in water treatment membranes. Our products support reverse osmosis and seawater desalination systems as well as environmental equipment and building and construction materials.
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Our life-science segment encompasses pharmaceuticals, medical materials and biotool businesses. We also support analysis, surveying and research services.