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Trusted by Korean manufacturers in food, pharmaceutical, dairy and industrial sectors. Our top-grade EVOH resins deliver superior oxygen barrier performance for demanding Korean market requirements.
Since its establishment in 1950, TPS Specialty Chemical Limited has always focused on innovation and development in the chemical industry. Headquartered in Argentina, after more than 70 years of development, TPS has grown into one of the leading companies in the global chemical industry. We have branches around the world, especially in Hong Kong, which has laid the foundation for our rapid growth in the global market.
As a company with an international vision, TPS actively seeks in-depth cooperation with well-known local chemical companies in many countries and regions to jointly develop a series of innovative products with market competitiveness. Founded in 1950, TPS Specialty Chemicals Co., Ltd. is a global supplier of specialty chemicals and polymer materials, providing a comprehensive product portfolio and full-service solutions to customers worldwide.
Guided by the philosophy of "complete product categories, integrated services, and deep value-chain expertise," TPS focuses on EVOH resin, CPP and PVDC raw materials, specialty equipment, and high-performance plastic additives, delivering reliable and efficient solutions for diverse industrial applications.
Get ProductSouth Korea is one of Asia's most dynamic markets for advanced polymer materials. The country's robust food processing, pharmaceutical, automotive and electronics sectors are driving unprecedented demand for high-barrier EVOH resins.
South Korea's food export industry — renowned globally for K-food products such as kimchi, instant noodles, ready-to-eat meals and premium snacks — relies heavily on high-barrier packaging to preserve freshness, extend shelf life and maintain product integrity during international shipping. EVOH multilayer films have become the gold standard for Korean food manufacturers seeking to meet both domestic food safety regulations (MFDS standards) and international export requirements. The growing popularity of modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) in Korean supermarkets and convenience stores is further accelerating EVOH adoption across the country's food supply chain.
Korea's biopharmaceutical sector is one of the fastest-growing in Asia, with companies like Samsung Biologics, Celltrion and Boryung expanding their global footprint. Sterile medical packaging, blister packs, infusion bags and diagnostic kits all require superior oxygen and moisture barrier materials. EVOH resins — particularly TPS grades like EVOH 3201-MA — are increasingly specified by Korean pharmaceutical manufacturers and contract packaging organizations (CPOs) to meet stringent ISO and GMP standards. The Korean government's push for domestic pharmaceutical self-sufficiency is also driving investment in advanced packaging infrastructure, creating new demand for high-performance EVOH materials.
As a global leader in electric vehicle manufacturing — home to Hyundai, Kia and their EV subsidiaries — South Korea is experiencing surging demand for EVOH-based components in fuel systems, EV battery module packaging, coolant barrier tubes and under-hood applications. EVOH's exceptional chemical resistance and hydrocarbon barrier properties make it indispensable for fuel tank liners and multi-layer automotive hoses. With Korea's EV market projected to grow at double-digit rates through 2030, EVOH demand in the automotive sector is set to expand significantly, offering major opportunities for Chinese EVOH manufacturers supplying the Korean market.
Korea's world-leading semiconductor and display industries — anchored by Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix — require ultra-clean, high-barrier packaging for sensitive electronic components, wafers and chemical storage. EVOH films and containers provide the necessary chemical resistance and barrier properties to protect these high-value products from contamination during storage and transport. As Korea's semiconductor export volumes continue to break records, the need for advanced EVOH packaging solutions in cleanroom and logistics applications is growing rapidly.
South Korea has implemented ambitious Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations and is actively promoting the transition to recyclable and eco-friendly packaging materials. EVOH's compatibility with multilayer recyclable film structures and its role in reducing food waste through extended shelf life align perfectly with Korea's green packaging agenda. Korean brands are increasingly adopting EVOH-based mono-material structures and bio-based EVOH variants to meet corporate ESG commitments and comply with evolving Korean environmental regulations. This sustainability trend is expected to be a major driver of EVOH market growth in Korea through 2030.
Beyond packaging, EVOH resins are gaining traction in Korea's construction sector for barrier pipes, underfloor heating systems and gas barrier applications in high-rise residential and commercial buildings. In agriculture, EVOH-based mulch films and greenhouse films are being adopted by Korean farmers seeking to improve crop yields and reduce pesticide usage. Korea's advanced agricultural technology sector is exploring EVOH films for controlled-atmosphere storage of fresh produce, particularly for high-value crops like strawberries, grapes and premium vegetables destined for export to Japan, China and Southeast Asia.
In the Chinese mainland, TPS has set up the R&D center in Chongqing City to focus on the research and development of high-tech materials and successfully launched high-barrier material EVOH resin. This product is widely used in food packaging, medicine and cosmetics with its excellent gas barrier properties and chemical stability, meeting the market's growing demand for high-performance materials. Our R&D team combines the technical advantages of multi-parties and is committed to continuously improving the quality and performance of products in order to better serve customers and the market — including our growing base of Korean industrial clients.
TPS Specialty Chemical Limited has a team of experienced professionals, including chemical engineers, R&D experts and marketing personnel. With their deep industry knowledge and rich practical experience, they provide strong support for the company's continuous innovation and development. We always attach importance to the growth and training of employees, and strive to encourage teamwork and innovation in a positive working environment so that every employee can fully realize their potential. Our manufacturing facilities are equipped to meet the precise specifications demanded by Korean buyers across food, pharma, automotive and electronics sectors.
The company has independent research and development capabilities and multiple patents, advanced production processes and technological innovation capabilities, and can meet the market demand for high-quality products. Our EVOH grades are validated for use in Korea's most demanding applications.
Large plant and production scale enable us to have efficient production capacity, achieve large-scale production, and reduce unit costs — ensuring Korean customers benefit from competitive pricing and reliable supply continuity throughout the year.
TPS provides diversified products covering multiple fields, including chemicals, new materials, etc., to meet different market needs. Our comprehensive EVOH portfolio covers a wide range of ethylene content grades suited to every Korean industry vertical.
The R&D center is located in Chongqing, with convenient transportation, which is convenient for raw material procurement and product transportation, and improves logistics efficiency. Proximity to Korean ports ensures fast, cost-effective delivery to Busan, Incheon and beyond.
The company focuses on sustainable development, actively adopts environmentally friendly materials and technologies, meets modern environmental standards, and enhances market competitiveness. Our eco-conscious EVOH solutions align with Korea's ambitious green packaging and EPR regulations.
We provide dedicated technical consultation, application guidance and customized sourcing solutions for Korean clients. Our team understands MFDS, KS and international standards relevant to Korean food, pharma and industrial packaging requirements.
The Korean EVOH market is evolving rapidly, driven by technological innovation, regulatory change and shifting consumer preferences. Understanding these trends is essential for businesses sourcing EVOH materials for the Korean market.
South Korea's aggressive EV transition — targeting 30% EV market share by 2030 — is creating massive new demand for EVOH barrier materials in battery module packaging, thermal management films and hydrogen fuel cell components. Chinese EVOH manufacturers are well-positioned to supply this rapidly expanding segment at competitive price points.
Korea's EPR 2.0 regulations are pushing brand owners to adopt mono-material recyclable packaging structures that incorporate EVOH as a thin barrier layer. Advances in EVOH delamination and recycling technology are making EVOH-containing multilayer films increasingly acceptable under Korea's recyclability assessment framework.
Korean chemical companies and packaging converters are actively exploring bio-based EVOH variants derived from sugarcane ethylene. TPS is at the forefront of this development, collaborating with partners to bring bio-EVOH grades to market that meet the sustainability demands of Korean FMCG brands and their retail customers.
Korea's expanding convenience food and ready-meal market is driving demand for retort-grade EVOH packaging that can withstand high-temperature sterilization processes while maintaining barrier integrity. TPS EVOH grades engineered for retort applications are gaining strong traction among Korean food manufacturers targeting both domestic and export markets.
Korea's growing biologics and vaccine manufacturing sector is driving investment in cold chain packaging infrastructure. EVOH-based multilayer films for temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical packaging are seeing strong demand growth, particularly as Korean CDMOs expand their global contract manufacturing capacity.
Korean packaging innovators are integrating EVOH barrier layers with active packaging technologies — including oxygen scavengers, antimicrobial agents and freshness indicators — to create next-generation smart packaging solutions for premium K-food exports. This convergence of EVOH barrier performance with intelligent packaging functionality represents a significant growth frontier.
From K-food exports to cutting-edge semiconductor packaging, TPS EVOH resins are engineered for Korea's most demanding industrial and consumer applications.
EVOH multilayer films extend the shelf life of premium Korean produce — strawberries, grapes, mushrooms and leafy greens — for domestic retail and export markets in Japan, China and Southeast Asia.
Sterile blister packs, infusion bags and medical device packaging for Korea's world-class biopharmaceutical manufacturers, meeting MFDS and international GMP standards.
High-barrier vacuum and MAP packaging for Korean beef, pork, seafood and processed meat products, preserving quality and extending shelf life for domestic supermarkets and export channels.
EVOH-based mulch films and greenhouse films for Korea's advanced agricultural sector, improving crop yields and enabling controlled-atmosphere storage of premium export produce.
Looking to the future, TPS Specialty Chemical Limited will continue to expand its global business and actively respond to market challenges with the purpose of "innovation-driven, win-win cooperation." We believe that through close cooperation with partners, TPS will play a more important role in the global chemical industry and create greater value for customers and society. Korean businesses seeking a reliable, high-quality Chinese EVOH supplier with deep technical expertise and responsive service are invited to connect with our team today.
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