Polar Performance Materials (formerly Polar Sapphire) is a North American leader in the cost-effective manufacturing of Ultra-High Purity Alumina (HPA). Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Oakville, Ontario, Canada, the company supplies 5N HPA pellets, beads and customized 3N-5N+ HPA powders for high-performance sapphire, semiconductor, LED, battery, aerospace and other technical ceramics markets. The proprietary, hydropower-powered process uses up to 75% less energy and produces 98% fewer air pollutants than legacy methods.