A creator of high-quality materials and refined sensibilities. Originally established in 1954 as Cheil Industries, the Samsung Group launched its chemical-business units in 1988 as part of an overall business expansion strategy.

In 1992, the company commenced the manufacture of  acrylic solid surface products marketed under the “Staron” brand, followed by the introduction of the Tempest Collection launched in 2006. The Samsung Group further expanded its decorative surfaces portfolio by introducing “Radianz” engineered, natural quartz surfaces in 2009.

With its drive to  become a global supplier of top-tier decorative surfacing materials, Lotte Chemical Corporation launched LOTTE ADVANCED MATERIALS in May of 2016 through its acquisition of Samsung Chemical.

High Performance Acrylic Solid Surface
Staron was developed in 1992 as a luxurious solid surface material available in a wide range of colors and textures to meet any design need. Widely used in residential and commercial applications. Staron is certified for use in health care and food service. And because it can be easily shaped or thermoformed, it is used to create innovative fixtures, display areas, furniture, columns and more. After the introduction of its Tempest colors and the Supreme collection with its natural stone patterns. Staron has grown to become a prominent supplier of decorative surface products word-wide.