Eastman Chemical (NYSE:EMN) (NYSE: EMN) is a global specialty materials manufacturer with a legacy dating back to 1920, when it was founded by George Eastman as part of Eastman Kodak. Since its spin-off from Kodak in 1994, Eastman has evolved into a standalone chemicals business focused on innovation, sustainability and high-performance solutions. The company’s roots in the development of acetate film and related products laid the groundwork for a diversified portfolio spanning multiple industries and end markets.
Eastman’s product offerings are organized across several core segments, including Additives & Functional Products, Advanced Materials, Chemical Intermediates and Fibers. The Additives & Functional Products segment supplies specialty plasticizers, performance additives and coatings resins used in automotive, packaging and building materials. The Advanced Materials segment produces engineered plastics, copolyesters and specialty polymers that serve markets such as electronics, medical devices and consumer durables. Through its Chemical Intermediates and Fibers operations, Eastman provides essential building blocks for detergents, personal care products, textiles and industrial applications.
With manufacturing and research facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and Latin America, Eastman serves a broad global customer base. The company invests heavily in applied research and development, operating innovation centers that explore next-generation chemistries, circular economy technologies and sustainable manufacturing processes. Eastman’s commitment to environmental stewardship is reflected in its efforts to advance recycling and reuse initiatives for plastics and chemical intermediates.
Leadership at Eastman is spearheaded by President and Chief Executive Officer Mark D. Costa, who has guided the company’s strategic growth since 2013. Under his direction, Eastman has pursued a balanced approach to portfolio optimization, customer collaboration and shareholder value creation. The company’s governance structure and management team continue to focus on long-term innovation, operational excellence and responsible business practices.
