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KANEBO selects Eastman Cristal(TM) One IM812 for luxury protective cap packaging. Aug 05, 2026, 22:04 ET A high-end cosmetics brand chose recyclable material for a protective cap that offers aesthetics, durability, and sustainability. KINGSPORT, Tenn., August 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - The prestigious Japanese cosmetics brand KANEBO has selected Eastman Cristal(TM) One IM812 special PET resin for the cap of its new Generating Essentials treatment lotion. "Rooted in KANEBO's 'Progressive Care' philosophy and our message 'Beyond beauty, KANEBO instills hope,' this lotion reflects our approach to caring for the skin at different stages of life, rather than focusing on anti-aging," said Shinsuke Magai, designer at KANEBO. "We wanted the packaging to embody that philosophy through a design that conveys both refinement and progress." For the thick-walled black cap, KANEBO needed a material that met demanding performance and design requirements, especially given the cap's robustness. Cristal One IM812 overcame this challenge by passing drop impact tests and maintaining the necessary strength after post-molding painting. Cristal One IM812 delivered the precise aesthetics KANEBO had envisioned: a clean, high-quality black with the right gloss and a subtle transition from an opaque black to a more transparent black gradient at the top. This combination of strength, transparency, and color precision helped create a premium, refined appearance without making the package seem too heavy. "From an engineering perspective, this package required careful alignment of material performance, processing, and finishing," said Shota Kawasaki, packaging engineer at KANEBO. "We evaluated several candidate materials, and Cristal One IM812 proved to be the best choice for our needs." This specialized material can be injection molded and is designed to provide high transparency and strength for high-end cosmetic components. KANEBO selected this special PET resin for its sustainability benefits, as it is recyclable in the PET recycling stream. Although compliance with the European Union's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) was not an immediate requirement for a product sold mainly in Asian markets, KANEBO chose to go a step further and adopt a material that aligns with future regulatory expectations. The market response has been positive since the lotion's launch in January 2026, and KANEBO plans to expand the use of Cristal One Renew IM812 in its upcoming products. "KANEBO's adoption of Cristal One IM812 for its product caps is very significant for Eastman," said Tara Cary, Eastman's marketing manager for cosmetics and personal care packaging. "This commercial example demonstrates how Eastman's materials can help beauty brands tackle the challenge of combining sustainability with impeccable appearance, durability, and functionality." Kao, KANEBO's parent company, has collaborated with Eastman for many years. This long-standing relationship, resulting from collaboration on Eastman's material innovations, reflects Kao's trust in Eastman's global technical support and material expertise for cosmetic packaging that demands premium finishes and reliable performance. About KANEBO KANEBO is a prestigious Japanese cosmetics brand that conveys a message of hope, not just beauty. Focused on skincare, the brand also offers a full line of makeup products. At the heart of KANEBO's skincare is an exclusive cream inspired by Taishi. Taishi (胎脂) is the Japanese term for vernix caseosa, a naturally disappearing substance that protects a baby's immature stratum corneum from environmental changes and dryness. Through its unique skincare and makeup, KANEBO empowers people to pursue their aspirations while fostering a positive mindset. About Eastman Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a wide range of products found in everyday items. With the purpose of tangibly improving quality of life, Eastman collaborates with its customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and sustainability. The company's innovation-driven growth model leverages cutting-edge technology platforms, strong customer relationships, and differentiated application development to consolidate its leadership position in attractive end markets such as transportation, construction, and consumer goods. As a global and inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people worldwide and serves customers in more than 100 countries. In 2025, the company recorded revenues of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.

KANEBO selects Eastman Cristal(TM) One IM812 for luxury overcap packaging. 05 Aug 2026 Premium cosmetics brand chose recyclable material for an overcap that delivers aesthetics, strength and sustainability. Prestigious Japanese cosmetics brand KANEBO has selected Eastman Cristal(TM) One IM812 specialty PET resin for the overcap of its new Generating Essentials Treatment Lotion. "Rooted in KANEBO's 'Progress Care' philosophy and our message, 'Going beyond beauty, KANEBO heightens hope,' this lotion reflects our approach to supporting skin through different stages of life rather than focusing on antiaging," said Shinsuke Magai, KANEBO designer. "We wanted the packaging to bring that philosophy to life through a design that conveys both refinement and progression." For the thick-walled black overcap, KANEBO needed a material that could meet demanding performance and design requirements, especially given the cap's heavier construction. Cristal One IM812 met that challenge by passing drop impact testing and maintaining required strength after post-mold painting. Cristal One IM812 delivered the precise aesthetic KANEBO envisioned: a clean, high-quality black with the right gloss and a subtle transition from opaque black to a more transparent black gradient at the top. This combination of toughness, transparency and color precision helped create a refined premium look without making the package appear overly heavy. "From an engineering perspective, this packaging required careful alignment of material performance, processing and finish," said Shota Kawasaki, KANEBO packaging engineer. "We evaluated several candidate materials, and Cristal One IM812 proved to be the best match for our needs." This specialty material can be injection molded and is designed to provide high transparency and toughness for premium cosmetic components. KANEBO selected this specialty PET resin for its sustainability benefits, as it is recyclable in the PET recycling stream. Although compliance with the European Union's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) was not an immediate requirement for a product sold primarily in Asian markets, KANEBO chose to go a step further by adopting a material that aligns with anticipated future regulatory expectations. Market response has been positive since the lotion's January 2026 launch, and KANEBO plans to expand use of Cristal One Renew IM812 in upcoming products. "KANEBO's adoption of Cristal One IM812 in its product cap is meaningful to Eastman," said Tara Cary, Eastman marketing manager for cosmetics and personal care packaging. "This commercial example shows how Eastman's materials can help beauty brands address the challenge of combining sustainability with uncompromised appearance, durability and function." Kao, KANEBO's parent company, has partnered with Eastman for many years. Built through collaboration on Eastman material innovations, the long-standing relationship reflects Kao's confidence in Eastman's global technical support and materials expertise for cosmetic packaging that demands premium finishes and reliable performance. About KANEBO KANEBO is a prestigious Japanese cosmetics brand that conveys a message of hope, not just beauty. Centered on skin care, the brand also offers a full range of makeup products. At the heart of KANEBO's skin care is a signature cream inspired by Taishi. Taishi (胎脂) is the Japanese term for vernix caseosa, a naturally disappearing substance that protects a baby's immature stratum corneum from environmental changes and dryness. Through its unique skin care and makeup, KANEBO empowers individuals to pursue their aspirations while fostering a positive mindset. About Eastman Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company's innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. Note: This story has not been edited by The Polymerupdate Editorial team and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.

Eastman Q2 sales revenue reaches $2.513 billion. Edited by Greg From Gasgoo | August 3, 2026 22:53 BJT Gasgoo Munich- Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE: EMN) recently released its second-quarter financial report, according to Gasgoo. Data shows the company generated sales of $2.513 billion for the quarter, with adjusted diluted earnings per share of $1.97 - a strong sequential gain achieved despite a volatile market environment. Image source: Eastman The report reveals that Eastman's second-quarter sales climbed 10% year-over-year and 15% quarter-over-quarter. This growth was primarily driven by a 5% increase in volume and product mix, alongside a 4% rise in selling prices. On the profitability front, Eastman recorded an EBIT of $311 million, with adjusted EBIT reaching $320 million. Bolstered by wider spreads and disciplined pricing and cost management, the adjusted EBIT margin expanded by 350 basis points sequentially. Diluted earnings per share stood at $1.59, up from $1.20 in the same period last year. Across business segments, most saw volume gains. Chemical Intermediates led the charge with a 39% surge in sales, fueled by a 24% jump in volume and mix and a 14% increase in pricing. Specialty Materials revenue rose 5%, supported by a 4% improvement in volume and mix along with favorable foreign exchange rates. Additives & Functional Materials also posted a 5% sales increase, driven by a 4% price hike under cost pass-through agreements. Conversely, the Fibers segment reported an 11% decline in sales, weighed down by ongoing destocking of acetate tow and sluggish end markets for textiles. On the cash flow front, Eastman generated $224 million from operating activities in the second quarter and returned $96 million to shareholders through dividends. The company is progressing toward a cost-savings target of $125 million to $150 million (adjusted for inflation) and anticipates releasing working capital in the second half of 2026. Looking ahead, Chairman and CEO Mark Costa noted that the team demonstrated flexibility in the first half of 2026 and is now focused on solidifying that momentum. The company projects third-quarter adjusted EPS will be roughly in line with the $1.97 achieved in the second quarter. Earnings in Specialty Materials are expected to improve, while Chemical Intermediates may see a slight dip as the impact of supply chain disruptions eases. Gasgoo not only offers timely news and profound insight about China auto industry, but also help with business connection and expansion for suppliers and purchasers via multiple channels and methods. Buyer service: [email protected] Seller Service: [email protected]