LAWTER.
HARIMA CHEMICALS GROUP COMPANY

Pioneering Clean Chemistry & Advanced Resins

Global leaders in specialty chemicals, pine-derived rosin technologies, and high-performance sustainable additives powering graphic arts, adhesives, coatings, and synthetic rubber matrices worldwide.

5+

Continents Operational

100%

Bio-Pine Sourcing Focus

ISO

Certified Quality Standards

Advanced Chemical Research and Polymer Testing Laboratory
BATCH_ID: LWT-2026-X9

Polymer Synthesis & Analysis

Advanced Technological Pillars

Engineered for maximum durability, eco-compliance, and optimized molecular formulation across multiple vertical markets.

Sustainable Pine Forest
Core Technology

Pine Chemical Sourcing & Sustainable Rosins

A major part of our raw materials are derived from renewable sources such as rosin tapped from pine trees and co-products of the paper pulp industry. Abietic acid stands at the center of our technology, replacing fossil-based feedstocks with clean chemical alternatives.

Global Network
Global Reach

5-Continent Network

Strategic manufacturing hubs and dedicated R&D technical service labs across North America, EMEA, Asia, and Latin America.

Graphic Arts Inks
Graphic Arts

Printing Inks & Varnishes

Phenolic modified resins, offset varnishes, low-migration solutions, and high-gloss flexographic vehicles.

Adhesive Dispersions
Adhesives

Tackifier Resins & Dispersions

Optimizing hot-melt and pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSA) with exceptional stability, color consistency, and cohesive strength.

Industrial Coatings
Industrial Coatings

Coatings & Road Marking

Durable resins engineered for 2-piece/3-piece can coatings, road marking paints, and industrial sealants.

Enterprise Product Catalog

Explore our advanced portfolio of specialty resins, binders, and chemical additives.

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SETAPRINT Resin Sample
Printing Ink Resins

SETAPRINT™ 260 A

High-performance phenolic modified rosin ester designed for structured ink vehicles, offering superior gloss and fast solvent release.

Glass Transition: 98.5 °C Solubility: Aliphatic
BUREZ Aqueous Dispersion
Adhesive Resins

SNOWTACK™ SE 850G

Aqueous rosin ester dispersion engineered for pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSA) and lamination applications requiring ultimate tack.

Solid Content: approx 55% System Type: Waterborne
FILTREZ Rosin Ester
Printing Ink Resins

FILTREZ™ 531 A

Alcohol-soluble fumaric acid modified rosin ester with high softening point and excellent gloss-promoting properties for flexo/gravure.

Softening Pt: 105.0 °C Acid Value: Moderate
ECO-REZ Offset Resins
Specialty Resins

PINEREZ™ 6070

Stabilized, light-colored rosin ester optimized for hot-melt adhesives, packaging, and high-performance sealing matrices.

Application: Hot-Melt Adhesives Compliance: Low VOC
Road Marking Resins
Specialty Coatings

UNIREZ™ Road Marking Resin

Light-colored, thermal-stable natural rosin tackifier engineered for high-durability road marking thermoplastic paints and reflective lines.

Color Gardner: Max 3 Softening Pt: 115 °C
Rubber Emulsifier Plant
Synthetic Rubber Additives

BUREZ™ Rosin Soaps

Specialized emulsifier packages designed from disproportionated rosins for emulsion polymerization in ABS and SBR synthetic rubber plants.

Industry: Synthetic Rubber Stability: High Shear
GREEN CHEMISTRY STANDARD

Sustainability Without Sacrifice

At Lawter, we are passionate about chemistry with a conscience. We create valuable specialty products in complete harmony with nature, utilizing bio-renewable raw materials that minimize carbon footprints and promote a circular economy.

85%

Bio-Renewable Content Sourced

ISO 14001

Environmental Management Verified

REACH

Strict European Compliance

-30%

Energy Consumption Index

Our Core Green Chemistry Commitments

Pine Tree Rosin Sourcing

Sourcing gum rosin tapped directly from managed pine forests and crude tall oil co-products from paper processing ensures zero depletion of fossil reserves.

Low-Migration Formulations

Developing non-DFC (Food Contact) resins and varnishes that guarantee total safety in food packaging applications and consumer paper goods.

Waste Heat Recovery

Global manufacturing reactors integrated with closed-loop thermal oxidizers and solvent recycling units to reduce emissions to near-zero levels.

CORPORATE HERITAGE

Decades of Chemical Innovation

Backed by Harima Chemicals Group, Lawter unites historical resin expertise with futuristic R&D capabilities across five continents.

1940 — ESTABLISHMENT

Founding of Lawter Chemicals

Founded originally in Chicago, Illinois, growing over decades into a global leader in graphic arts, coatings, and resin tech.

2011 — HARIMA INTEGRATION

Global Synergy Platform

Lawter expanded its international presence as a core part of Harima Chemicals, Inc., strengthening pine chemical supply chains.

2018 — R&D EXPANSION

Advanced Technical Service Labs

Opening of state-of-the-art analytical testing labs in EMEA, North America, and Asia to collaborate directly with customers on custom waterborne resin systems.

2026 — FUTURE HORIZON

Next-Gen Cyber-Industrial Analytics

Implementation of AI-assisted resin polymerization monitoring and automated compliance auditing across all global manufacturing facilities.

GLOBAL SUPPORT

Connect with Our Technical Team

Whether you need customized product samples, detailed Technical Data Sheets (TDS), regulatory compliance certificates, or bespoke resin formulation assistance, our chemists are ready to assist.

Corporate Headquarters

One Terra Way
8601 95th Street
Kenosha, WI 53412-7716

Telephone Support

(414) 947-7300

Exhaustive Privacy & Data Security Policy

Effective Date: July 2026

Lawter and its parent entities (Harima Chemicals Group) respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal and corporate data under rigorous global standards including GDPR and CCPA.

1. Information Collection Scope

We collect information necessary for enterprise-grade chemical manufacturing, sample distribution, and technical correspondence.

2. Data Utilization & Processing

Collected data is processed strictly to fulfill sample requests, provide accurate Technical Data Sheets (TDS), ensure regulatory compliance, and optimize our digital R&D infrastructure.

3. Security Standards & Safeguards

We deploy end-to-end encryption, role-based database access permissions, and secure server architecture to prevent unauthorized disclosure, alteration, or destruction of proprietary user information.

Exhaustive Terms & Conditions of Use

Effective Date: July 2026

Access to and use of this web application and all associated technical literature provided by Lawter is governed by the following strict legal stipulations.

1. Intellectual Property Rights

All proprietary resin formulations, chemical nomenclature, brand trademarks (such as SETAPRINT™, SNOWTACK™, PINEREZ™), graphical layouts, and documentation are the exclusive intellectual property of Lawter and Harima Chemicals.

2. Technical Data Limitations (TDS/SDS Disclaimers)

All technical data, recommendations, and formulations provided on this portal are based on current laboratory testing and practical experience. Users must conduct independent trials to verify suitability before commercial production.

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