Trinseo (NYSE:TSE) (NYSE: TSE) is a global materials company specializing in the production of plastics, latex binders and synthetic rubber. Its product portfolio encompasses polystyrene, polycarbonate, acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR), and various specialty latexes used in adhesives and coatings. These materials serve a broad range of end markets, including automotive, durable goods, electrical and electronics, packaging, and construction.
The company operates through four principal business segments: Basic Plastics & Feedstocks, Performance Plastics, Synthetic Rubber, and Latex Binders. In Basic Plastics & Feedstocks, Trinseo supplies raw materials such as styrene monomer and polystyrene to downstream processors. Performance Plastics offers engineered resins like polycarbonate and ABS for applications requiring high impact resistance and clarity. Its Synthetic Rubber segment produces SBR for tires, industrial products and consumer goods, while the Latex Binders division provides polymer emulsions for paper coating, carpet backing and construction materials.
Headquartered in Berwyn, Pennsylvania, Trinseo maintains a global footprint with manufacturing, research and development facilities across North America, Europe and Asia. The company collaborates with customers on product innovation, sustainability initiatives and circular economy solutions, aiming to reduce environmental impact through recycling programs and the development of bio-based feedstocks.
Trinseo was established in 2010 following the sale of Dow Chemical’s styrenics business and adopted its current name in 2012. The company completed its initial public offering in 2014, marking its entry onto the New York Stock Exchange. Today, Trinseo is led by an experienced executive team supported by a board of directors with deep expertise in materials science and global operations. Its strategic focus remains on expanding high-value product offerings, enhancing operational efficiency and driving sustainable growth.
