Kraton Performance Polymers Inc (KRA)

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Kraton Performance Polymers, Inc. (Kraton) is a producer of styrenic block copolymers (SBCs). The Company markets its products under the KRATON brand. Kraton’s SBC products are found in a number of applications, including disposable baby diapers, rubberized grips of toothbrushes, razor blades, power tools and in asphalt formulations used to pave roads. The Company also develops, manufactures and markets non-SBC, such as isoprene rubber latex (IRL). Kraton’s IRL products are used in applications, such as surgical gloves and condoms. As of December 31, 2010, the Company offered approximately 800 products to more than 700 customers in over 60 countries worldwide. The Company manufactures its polymers at five manufacturing facilities on four continents (North America, Europe, South America and Asia), including its flagship plant in Belpre, Ohio. In July 2010, the Company announced the addition of Kraton D1183 BT to its line of polymers.

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