KAO CHEMICALS GMBH
KAO CHEMICALS GMBH is a supplier based in NETHERLANDS with 1,293 U.S. import bill-of-lading shipment records between Jan 2020 and Jul 2026. It ranks #9 among suppliers of Prepared binders for foundry molds or cores, other (HS 382499) to the U.S. by shipment count. Its top U.S. customers include KAO SPECIALITIES AMERICAS LLC, KAO SPECIALTIES AMERICAS LLC, and SEA LAND CHEMICAL CO, primarily ships HS code 382499. Shipments arrive primarily at CHARLESTON, SC. Shipment volume has risen over the past 12 months versus the prior year.
Sourced from U.S. Customs bill of lading data · Updated monthly · Data through July 2026
Shipments over time (last 24 months)
Trade flow: products → U.S. importers
What KAO CHEMICALS GMBH ships and to whom — the strongest product-customer relationships in its shipment records. Hover a ribbon for details; click a name to open its profile.
The largest relationship is Prepared binders for foundry molds or cores, other → KAO SPECIALITIES AMERICAS LLC with 199 shipments, followed by Prepared binders for foundry molds or cores, other → KAO SPECIALTIES AMERICAS LLC (148) and Acyclic monoamines and their derivatives, other → KAO SPECIALITIES AMERICAS LLC (94).
Top U.S. customers
| Importer | Shipments |
|---|---|
| KAO SPECIALITIES AMERICAS LLC | 377 |
| KAO SPECIALTIES AMERICAS LLC | 333 |
| SEA LAND CHEMICAL CO | 224 |
| QUIMI KAO S A DE C V | 149 |
| KAO SPECIALITY AMERICAS | 52 |
Top products (HS codes)
| Product (HS code) | Shipments |
|---|---|
| Prepared binders for foundry molds or cores, other (382499) | 357 |
| Acyclic monoamines and their derivatives, other (292119) | 149 |
| 521042 | 85 |
| 340211 | 81 |
| Quinones, other (291469) | 75 |
Origin countries
| Country | Shipments |
|---|---|
| NETHERLANDS | 428 |
| GERMANY | 330 |
| BELGIUM | 310 |
| NETHERLANDS ANTILLES | 222 |
| CHINA | 3 |
Ports of unlading
| U.S. port | Shipments |
|---|---|
| CHARLESTON, SC | 391 |
| NORFOLK, VA | 345 |
| NEW YORK/NEWARK AREA, NEWARK, NJ | 252 |
| BALTIMORE, MD | 155 |
| HOUSTON, TX | 115 |
| NEW YORK, NY | 13 |
| MOBILE, AL | 9 |
| PHILADELPHIA, PA | 4 |
| NEW ORLEANS, LA | 4 |
| SAVANNAH, GA | 2 |
Frequently asked questions about KAO CHEMICALS GMBH
Who are KAO CHEMICALS GMBH's top U.S. customers?
Based on U.S. Customs bill-of-lading records, KAO CHEMICALS GMBH's top U.S. importers include KAO SPECIALITIES AMERICAS LLC, KAO SPECIALTIES AMERICAS LLC, SEA LAND CHEMICAL CO, QUIMI KAO S A DE C V, and KAO SPECIALITY AMERICAS.
What does KAO CHEMICALS GMBH export?
KAO CHEMICALS GMBH's most frequent shipments fall under HS codes 382499, 292119, and 521042.
Is KAO CHEMICALS GMBH a major supplier of Prepared binders for foundry molds or cores, other?
Yes — based on U.S. Customs bill-of-lading shipment counts, KAO CHEMICALS GMBH is the #9 supplier of Prepared binders for foundry molds or cores, other (HS 382499) to the U.S.
Where does KAO CHEMICALS GMBH ship from?
KAO CHEMICALS GMBH ships primarily from NETHERLANDS, GERMANY, and BELGIUM.
How many shipments does KAO CHEMICALS GMBH have?
ImportDoor has 1,293 U.S. import shipment records for KAO CHEMICALS GMBH, spanning Jan 2020 to Jul 2026.
Which U.S. ports does KAO CHEMICALS GMBH ship to?
KAO CHEMICALS GMBH's shipments arrive primarily at CHARLESTON, SC and NORFOLK, VA.
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