| Corian |
~55–60% alumina trihydrate (ATH), remainder mostly acrylic resin (PMMA) + pigments |
~1.7–1.75 |
~100°C threshold; use trivets for hot cookware |
Rockwell M >85 / Mohs ~2–3 |
Low VOCs, GREENGUARD Certified, non-toxic & repairable |
Cast into sheets, cured under heat, cut/thermoformed/finished |
| Hi-Macs |
Acrylic resin + alumina trihydrate filler + pigments (exact % proprietary) |
~1.72 |
Safe up to ~100°C+; use trivets |
Rockwell M ~82; Barcol ~63 |
Declare Red List Free, NSF51 food-safe, recyclable options |
Mixed acrylic + ATH, cast into sheets; thermoformed & fabricated |
| Staron |
Acrylic-based solid surface (~30–40% resin, balance mineral filler) |
~1.7 |
~100°C; avoid direct hot cookware |
Mohs ~2–3 |
Non-porous, hygienic, long-lasting; proprietary sustainability programs |
Composite cast into sheets, then cut/thermoformed/fabricated |
| Krion |
~66% natural minerals (ATH) + ~34% acrylic resins |
~1.7 |
Similar to other acrylic surfaces; avoid direct heat |
Mohs ~2–3 |
100% recyclable; eco-certified options |
Cast ATH + PMMA, cured, fabricated into sheets & thermoformed |
| Kerrock |
Bauxite ore + aluminum hydroxide + acrylic polymer blend |
~1.7 (typical) |
Non-porous; heat resistant but use trivets |
Mohs ~2–3 |
Recyclable; low VOC; safe for food contact |
Acrylic + mineral composite cast, cured, cut, thermoformed & joined |
