Eastman and Kolmar Korea announce the signing of a memorandum of understanding to develop sustainable solutions for the personal care industry. This collaboration marks a significant turning point in cosmetics sourcing and innovation.
Eastman, a materials company, and Kolmar Korea, a leader in cosmetics development solutions, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on January 22, 2026. This agreement aims to promote sustainable and biodegradable personal solutions, meeting the growing demands of consumers and sustainability regulations.
Advanced technology at the heart of collaboration
The partnership will focus primarily on access to the revolutionary Esmeri technology, representing an advanced cellulose enester micropowder for colored cosmetics. This innovation has been designed to meet the European Union's strict regulations on microplastics, guaranteeing exceptional performance while meeting sustainability targets.
" Esmeri is a key to the challenges brands face in complying with regulations and consumer expectations, », explains Travis Smith, Executive Vice President at Eastman. « Kolmar's manufacturing capabilities and global reach will be key to expanding access to Esmeri and other personal care innovations. "
A response to market demands
In addition to Esmeri, the two companies plan to collaborate on Eastman's entire personal care portfolio, to develop new high-performance solutions that meet evolving consumer expectations and regulatory requirements.
Han Sang-keun, Vice President and CTO at Kolmar Holdings, emphasizes: « Through our products and brands, we continue to offer differentiated beauty solutions incorporating sustainable practices, making Esmeri a particularly good fit for our portfolio. »This fusion of expertise aims to create products that combine performance and environmental responsibility.
By focusing on innovation and sustainability, Eastman and Kolmar Korea are favorably positioned to respond to the dynamic transformation of the cosmetics market's needs. This partnership is a strategic step in their joint quest for sustainable growth in the industry.
