DICDRY
Laminating adhesives for a diverse range of applications
Enveloping value.
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DIC’s adhesive business is built on an uncompromising commitment to safety and performance. Our advanced, regulations-compliant adhesives enable brands to create packaging that consumers trust and that operators can handle with confidence. With our innovative materials, you can boost packaging efficiency, drive downgauging to reduce waste, and extend shelf life—helping you deliver fresher products, cut food loss, and achieve meaningful sustainability gains.
DIC Adhesive History
DIC has a long history in the adhesive business, with over 50 years of experience and development.(see more↓)
DIC Adhesive Business Milestones
- 1970 – Adhesive sales launched in Japan
- 1997 – Production began in Yantai, China
- 2005 – Production expanded to Zhongshan, China
- 2013 – Sun Chemical entered the European and American adhesive market
- 2022 – Acquired SAPICI S.p.A.
- 2025 – Production expanded to Bangalore, India
Market Share
DIC holds nearly 30% of the adhesive market in Japan, reflecting our long-standing reliability and performance.
DIC’s Solvent-Free Adhesive Solutions
Transforming Environmental Responsibility into Competitive Advantage
Our solvent-free technology offers a balanced approach to environmental responsibility and business continuity. By eliminating VOC emissions and reducing energy requirements, our solutions provide a reliable path toward carbon neutrality without compromising operational stability.
We work as a dedicated partner to help you meet global regulatory standards while ensuring the long-term integrity and safety of your brand’s packaging.
We deliver a diverse portfolio through our two signature brands, DICDRY and SunLam.
Why Solvent-Free?
Solvent-free lamination technology
Ultra-Low Monomer(ULM)
Highlight Brand Portfolio
DUALAM
Solvent-free lamination technology boosting your production capacity by 50%.
ULM (Ultra-Low Monomer)
Our solvent-free adhesives don’t just meet regulations—they make your packaging cleaner, safer, and more future-ready
PASLIM
Oxygen barrier laminating adhesives for metalized films
About DIC Adhesive (Advantages):
DIC packaging adhesives support a wide range of applications—from food and beverage packaging to everyday consumer products. Our diverse adhesive portfolio—including solvent-based, solvent-free,—protects products, extends shelf-life, and ensures chemical resistance and reliable performance.
| Type | DIC Adhesive Product | Product type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body | Hardener | ||
| Solvent-based | LX-500 | KO-55 | Polyester |
| LX-520 | KW-75 | ||
| LX-500 | KW-75 | ||
| LX-829 | KW-75 | ||
| LX-8321 | KW-75 | ||
| LX-829 | SP-75 | Polyester / Polyether | |
| Type | DIC Adhesive Product | Product type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body | Hardener | ||
| Solvent-free | NS-5310A | HA-530B | Polyurethane |
| QA-8000new | QB-800new | ||
Locations
- 5 production sites in Asia Pacific (TH, ID, IN, CN, JP)
- 4 product development centers in the region (TH, IN, CN, JP)
Technical Support
With a global network and strong national R&D teams, we deliver seamless product development through our regional technical centers and collaborations with local partners—bringing together diverse expertise for innovative solutions.
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