Kuraray and Origin Materials have entered into a strategic partnership to commercialize advanced carbon negative materials for various polymer applications. As part of the partnership, Kuraray has signed a capacity reservation agreement with Origin to purchase carbon negative intermediates chemicals used in large-scale synthesis of many polymers, including purified terephthalic acid, polyethylene terephthalate and polyamide. Origin’s patented technology platform turns the carbon found in wood residues into useful materials. The technology can help revolutionize the production of a wide range of end products and support the industry’s transition to sustainable materials and lower greenhouse gas emissions.