Asahi Kasei Plastics North America
Manufactures high-performance engineering polymers and 3D printing filaments for industrial applications, including XYRON™ 3D-FILAMENT modified PPE resin.
- CEO / Founder
- Phani Nagaraj
- Team Size
- 201-500
- Stage
- Active
Technology & Products
Key Products
Engineered polymers, chemically coupled polypropylene resins, purging compounds, and XYRON™ 3D-FILAMENT modified PPE resin.
Technological Advantage
Leverages parent company Asahi Kasei's decades of polymer chemistry expertise to develop specialized materials for additive manufacturing, with verified advantages in heat resistance and surface quality.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides engineered polymer compounds and 3D printing filaments that offer high heat resistance, excellent surface finish, and chemical stability for demanding industrial applications.
How They Differentiate
Focus on modified PPE resin filaments for 3D printing, offering superior heat resistance and surface finish compared to standard nylon or polypropylene filaments from competitors.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers in automotive, electronics, and general plastics processing
Industry Verticals
Automotive; Electronics; Industrial Manufacturing; Additive Manufacturing
Competitors
Gestamp
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
$188.4 million; 350-400 (post-2023 merger); 4 North America locations (Fowlerville MI headquarters, Athens AL, Queretaro Mexico, plus one additional location); 2000
Major Milestones
Merger with Asahi Kasei Asaclean Americas (April 2023); Expansion of 3D printing filament sales in North America (November 2023); Appointment of new President Phani Nagaraj (April 2024)
Notable Customers
Automotive industry; Industrial sector; Consumer industries