Pilipinas Kao Inc (Philippines)

Pilipinas Kao Inc is a Philippine chemical manufacturing company specializing in the production of fatty alcohols, fatty acids, surfactants, and oleochemical derivatives. As part of the Kao Group of Japan, the company operates a manufacturing complex in Misamis Oriental that processes coconut-based feedstock into oleochemicals used in detergents, personal care products, cosmetics, industrial chemicals, and food applications. Its operations include refining, fractionation, hydrogenation, and distillation processes, along with quality assurance, warehousing, and export logistics. Pilipinas Kao is a major exporter of oleochemicals to Asia, Europe, and the Americas, leveraging the Philippines' abundant coconut resources. Strategically, the company positions itself as a leading oleochemical producer with a focus on sustainable sourcing, consistent quality, and integration with Kao's global supply chain. It supports continued development of high-value specialty chemicals while promoting environmentally responsible manufacturing practices.