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Chemical Manufacturing in Japan
A register of firms and the professionals working at them in the Chemical Manufacturing sector based in Japan. Browse the public index, then filter or export on Kipplo.
Companies
649 on file
Dic Corporation
Established in 1908 as a manufacturer of printing inks, DIC has expanded its mainstay organic pigments and synthetic resins businesses while at the same time cultivating world-class related core technologies. Since then, DIC has leveraged these technologies to build a broad portfolio encompassing materials and finished products. This has enabled the Company to respond to market needs by providing customers in the automotive, electronics, food packaging, housing and other industries with solutions that bring “color” and “comfort” to people’s lives. Widely known as a chemical manufacturer, DIC operates globally in over 60 countries and regions. A global leader in printing inks, organic pigments, and high-performance resins, DIC Group companies deliver Color & Comfort through various products and services. DIC was one of the first Japanese printing ink manufacturers to establish a presence in other parts of Asia. In 1986, Sun Chemical Corp, a leading manufacturer of printing inks, joined the DIC Group. Since then, additional acquisition-including the Coates Group (the inks division of France's Totalfina S.A.) in have reinforced DIC's position as one of the world's preeminent fine chemicals companies. At present, DIC is focusing its expansion efforts on promising growth markets in Asia, notably the People's Republic of China (PRC), to strengthen core businesses, and is also establishing a presence in such emerging markets as Central and Eastern Europe, South America and the Middle East.
10001+ staff
Kuraray
Kuraray was established in 1926 to commercialize synthetic rayon, a cutting-edge innovation at the time. Since then, Kuraray has continued to expand, while maintaining a focus on fibers and textiles. In 1950, shortly after World War II, Kuraray became the first in the world to commercialize polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) fiber. As Japan's first domestically produced synthetic fiber, it played a key role in the early development of the synthetic fiber industry in Japan. Building on its expertise in polymer and synthetic chemistry rooted in fibers, Kuraray has broadened its presence in the chemical industry. Today, Kuraray operates in 32 countries and regions worldwide as a global specialty chemical company, developing, manufacturing, and marketing resins, chemicals, fibers, activated carbon, and other products. Forever grounded in the mission, “For people and the planet—to achieve what no one else can,” Kuraray is committed to continuous innovation and market exploration. Kuraray embraces the challenge of creating new value to help address global social and environmental issues. Main Business Areas: Resins and Chemicals: Production and sales of PVOH resin and film, PVB resin and film, EVOH resin and film, methacrylic resin, isoprene chemicals, elastomer, polyamide resin, and dental materials Fibers: Production and sales of PVA fiber, man-made leather, hook-and-loop fasteners, and polyester fibers Others: Production and sales of activated carbon and high-performance membranes and systems for water treatment
10001+ staff
Toray Industries, Inc
Toray Group is an integrated chemical industry group developing its business worldwide. Toray Group fuses nanotechnology into its operations, using organic synthetic chemistry, polymer chemistry and biotechnology as its core technologies. In addition to the Foundation Businesses of fibers & textiles and plastics & chemicals, Toray likewise promotes the global development of IT-related products, carbon fiber composite materials, pharmaceuticals and medical products, environment & engineering including water treatment and progress in other pivotal business fields.[Businesses]>Fibers and Textiles Nylon, polyester, acrylics of filament yarns, staple fibers, spun yarns, woven and knitted fabrics of nylon, polyester and acrylics; non-woven fabrics; man-made suede, apparel products.>Performance Chemicals Nylon, ABS, PBT, PPS and other resins and molded products; polyolefin foam; polyester, polyethylene, polypropylene and other films and processed film products; raw materials for synthetic fibers and other plastics; fine chemicals; electronic and information materials and graphic materials.>Carbon Fiber Composite Materials Carbon fibers, carbon fiber composite materials and their molded products.>Environment and Engineering Comprehensive engineering; condominiums; industrial equipment and machinery; environment-related equipment; water treatment membranes and related equipment; materials for housing, building and civil engineering applications.>Life Science Pharmaceuticals and medical devices.
10001+ staff
Air Water Inc
Since its establishment in 1929, by combining the various benefits of the Earth, such as air and water, under the company name, with the Group's diverse technologies, unique business models and know-how, we have created and provided valuable products, services and solutions that are essential to our lives and industries. And now, the Air Water Group has evolved into a conglomerate that develops various businesses such as industrial gas, chemicals, medical, energy, agriculture and food products, logistics, sea water and aerosol. In addition, through these various businesses, we have grown to take on an indispensable role in the world like air and water as the company’s name. The Air Water Group's greatest strength is its diverse business network, the strong business bases of eight regions nationwide cultivated by its industrial gas business, and the diversity of human resources created by M&A as a driving force. In the ever-changing business environment, we will make full use of these strengths, work to solve issues facing customers and society, and continue to create new value. We have launched a new medium-term management plan, “NEXT-2020 Final,” which has three years from fiscal 2019 to 2021 as its execution period. In fiscal 2021, the final fiscal year of it, we will achieve that vision, look ahead with the basic concept of “reform = execution of innovation”, and create a strong company that enables sustainable growth from fiscal 2022. We would like to ask all of our stakeholders for their continued understanding and support to the Air Water Group as a conglomerate with rich diversity, which will continue to take on the challenge of becoming a company aiming to grow forever. AIR WATER INC. Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer Kikuo Toyoda
10001+ staff
The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd
The Yokohama Rubber Co, Ltd. engages in the manufacture and sale of tires. It operates through the following segments: Tires, Multiple Business (MB), Alliance Tire Group (ATG), and Others. The Tires segment provides tires for passenger cars, trucks and buses, light trucks, construction and mining equipment, industrial vehicles, aluminum alloy wheels, and peripheral products. The MB segment offers conveyor belts, rubber plates, marine fenders, oil spill containment booms, marine hoses, rubber molded products, air springs, highway joints, rubber support, water-repellent materials, anti-seismic laminated rubber sheets for buildings, water-proof materials, sound and vibration proof materials, adhesives, and sealants. The ATG segment covers tires for agricultural machines, industrial and construction vehicles, and forestry machinery. The Others segment handles sporting goods, information processing, and real estate leasing services. The company was founded on October 13, 1917 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
10001+ staff
Fujifilm Corporation
At Fujifilm we create innovative products and deliver effective solutions in a wide variety of fields to serve society, contribute to the quality of life, and enhance environmental sustainability. Beginning in 1934 as Japan's pioneering photographic film maker, Fujifilm has leveraged its imaging and information technology to become a global presence known for innovation in healthcare, graphic systems, optical devices, highly functional materials and other high-tech areas. Copyright: FUJIFILM Corporation
10001+ staff
Shin-Etsu
In 1953, Shin-Etsu Chemical became the first firm in Japan to venture into the silicones business. In the decades since, Shin-Etsu has created a diverse line of products designed to exploit the unique and useful properties of silicones. Today, our lineup includes over products that meet user needs in a wide range of industries, including electric/electronics manufacturing, the construction industry, the auto industry, cosmetics and toiletries, and the chemical industry. The Company's operations have spread beyond Japan's shores; we now have production facilities and marketing bases in countries around the globe, including the USA, South Korea, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand and the Netherlands. We have organized our supply framework to enable direct access to the world's markets and enhance our responsiveness to customer needs. As a result, we have grown to become the No.1 silicone manufacturer in Japan and one of the leading firms worldwide. Since the launch of the Shin-Etsu Silicone brand more than a half-century ago, it has been Shin-Etsu Chemical's constant goal to find new ways to harness the power of silicones to benefit businesses just like yours.
10001+ staff
Nippon Sanso Holdings Corporation
The Nippon Sanso Holdings Group is the world's fourth-largest supplier of industrial, electronic, and medical gases, operating in four geographic hubs - Japan, the U.S, Europe and Asia & Oceania - covering over 30 countries and regions. In addition, the Thermos business supplies THERMOS branded products to more than 120 countries around the world. Since its foundation as Nippon Sanso Ltd. in 1910, the group stands for creating social value through innovative gas solutions that increase industrial productivity, enhance human well-being and contribute to a more sustainable future. With more than employees, together, we are “The Gas Professionals” and we all have the same goal: “Making life better through gas technology” Our Social Media Terms of Use
10001+ staff
Sekisui Chemical
SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group is driving Innovation for a Sustainable Future. With a global network of 156+ companies and employees, we deliver high-value solutions across key industries including Mobility, Aviation, Electronics, Infrastructure, Clinical Diagnostics, Drug Development, and Residential. We are pioneers in developing world-first products, creating social impact and advancing sustainability in over 20 countries. Our commitment is to enhance quality of life through innovative solutions for a prosperous, safe, and comfortable future.
10001+ staff
Mitsubishi Chemical Group
The Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation is committed to leading with innovative solutions to achieve KAITEKI, the well-being of people and the planet as our purpose. We bring deep expertise and material science leadership in business areas such as mobility, digital, medical and food. Together, around employees, we enable industry transformation, technology breakthroughs, and longer, more fruitful lives for us all.
10001+ staff
Daicel Corporation Safety Sbu
We continue to provide new safety and security to the society, through our competitive "One Time Energy" Technology and reassurance cultivated in the Automotive Safety Field.
10001+ staff
Fujifilm Holdings Corporation
FUJIFILM Holdings is a holding company of the FUJIFILM Group, which has two operating companies, FUJIFILM and FUJIFILM Business Innovation. FUJIFILM Group is working to transform its business structure by overcoming the drastic changes in the environment where the market for photographic materials such as photographic film and color photographic paper, which has been a major business, is rapidly shrinking due to the progress of digitalization. Today, it has been reborn into a corporate group with multiple growth business fields. Copyright: FUJIFILM Corporation
10001+ staff
Nitto Denko Corporation
Founded in 1918, Nitto has developed our business globally to offer various products in fields such as electronics, automobiles, housing, infrastructure, environment, and medicine. The Nitto Group strives to become a centennial company that is always trusted by customers, embraced by employees with pride, makes an active contribution to society, and continuously grows on a global scale with our slogan, “Innovation for Customers.”
10001+ staff
Tosoh Corporation
Tosoh Corporation is the parent company of a Japanese chemical and specialty products and materials group that comprises over 100 companies worldwide and a multiethnic workforce of more than people. The parent company was established in 1935 and is listed on the First Section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange. In the more than 80 years that we have been in business, we have built balanced product lines of commodity chemicals for industry and of specialty products and materials for high technology and niche markets. Tosoh’s principal markets include the chemical and petrochemical, construction, automotive, consumer electronics, information technology, bioscience, and environmental markets. Tosoh, in short, is a global chemical company that supplies manufacturers with the materials they need to produce the things that make modern life all that it is and everything it can be.
10001+ staff
Bando Chemical Industries, Ltd
We have been a pioneer in the non-tire rubber and plastics industries since our founding in 1906, responding to customer needs with new technology and product development. Over the years we have expanded upon our core business to meet the ever-changing needs of the times, and we now produce a wide range of products, from power transmission and conveyor belts and systems to precision equipment components, plastic films and sheets, hybrid rubber industrial products and optoelectronic and electronic materials. We now serve our customers worldwide from more than 10 countries in Asia, North America and Europe. Our goal is to create and maintain a corporate culture in which all employees have the opportunity to use their unique abilities to maximum effect. We are serious about our corporate social responsibility and consider energy conservation, the environment and effective resource utilization in all phases of our production processes. As we proceed in our second century of business, we will continue our pioneering ways, and adapt and change at Bando in response to developments in the world around us, even as we look back fondly to the days of our founding. We sincerely thank you for your past and continuing support.
1001 to 5000 staff
Kureha Corporation
A specialty company in constant pursuit of excellence Kureha's aspiration is to be a leading global specialty products company, strategically incorporating advanced R&D capabilities and production. We strive to constantly evolve by pushing boundaries in innovation, and by delivering products of world-leading quality that benefit society and the world. This is our Mission - we call it the Pursuit of Excellence.
1001 to 5000 staff
Nikko Chemicals Co., Ltd
Leading Asian business partner in global Speciality Chemicals industry offering the complete range of services from ingredient manufacture, product R&D, and safety and efficacy evaluations of both raw materials and finished products. Over 65 years of experience in Interface and Colloid Chemistry and Japanese technology in Dermatology, Molecular Biology, and Biotechnology.
51 to 200 staff
Isoflex Usa
We have been in business since 1996 and are a premier manufacturer and global supplier of stable isotopes and select radioisotopes for science, medicine and industry. We ship worldwide. Assuming we have your isotope in inventory, we can arrange same-day shipment. ISOFLEX USA also supplies a number of specialty isotopes including Depleted Zinc (DZO/DZA), Lithium-7 and Helium-3. Our subsidiary, ISOFLEX Radioactive LLC (ISO-RAD), specializes in radioactive sources including Iridium-192 and others. ISOFLEX USA offers a broad line of research, medical and industrial isotopes including Fe-57, Te-124, Ni-64, Zn-68, Ge-76, Ca-48, Mo-100, Mo-98, and hundreds of others. Normally, we do not supply the “lighter” isotopes such as Deuterium (2H), Carbon-13 and Nitrogen-15, but we welcome your inquiries. More recently, IUSA broadened its product offering to include a product line supporting the nuclear medicine industry. Our NUCMEDCOR division offers O-18 Water and PET consumables for synthesis modules (GE, Siemens, IBA), such as cassettes, purification columns and reagent kits, PET chemicals such as Mannose Triflate and Cryptand as well as custom synthesis and other accessories including sterile vials and sterile vacuum vials.
1 to 10 staff
Mitani Sangyo Co Ltd
Mitani Sangyo Co Ltd is a company based out of Japan.
10001+ staff
Nippon Paint Marine
Nippon Paint Marine business is a subsidiary of Nippon Paint Holdings, Asia’s foremost paint supplier and the world’s fourth largest coatings company. With a global manufacturing and distribution network Nippon Paint Marine has been producing marine coatings since the 1880s and is widely regarded as a pioneer in the development hull protection and antifouling paints. In the 1990s, the organisation developed and launched ECOLOFLEX, the world’s first self-polishing (SPC) tin-free antifouling paint. The first low-friction LF-SEA series followed in 2008 and in 2017 the organisation introduced AQUATERRAS, the world’s first biocide-free antifouling paint. In 2021, Nippon Paint Marine introduced FASTAR the industry’s first antifouling coating with a nano resin structure. Nippon Paint Marine is accredited to ISO 14001 environmental standards and manufacturers coatings products in line with UN Sustainable Development Goals.
10001+ staff
Sakata Inx Corporation
Comprehensive ink manufacturer SAKATA INX CORPORATION develops, manufactures and sells a full range of printing inks and various functional materials. We started the long-term strategic vision SAKATA INX VISION 2030 in February 2021. The catchphrase of the long-term strategic vision is "Create and Innovate, Care for the Earth, Color for Life." We aim to be a company that innovates by taking on challenges in new opportunities, with earth-friendly technology that adds color and happiness to life.
1001 to 5000 staff
Sumitomo Chemical
Sumitomo Chemical has its origins in the Sumitomo Fertilizer Manufactory, which was founded to resolve the air pollution problem caused by Sumitomo’s copper smelting operation at the Besshi Copper Mine (now Niihama, Ehime Prefecture, Japan). Air was cleaned by removing the sulfur from the copper ore and the company used sulfur to manufacture fertilizer. Founded to overcome environmental problem and improve agricultural production at the same time, Sumitomo Chemical has inherited the Sumitomo Spirit, proving itself worthy of society’s trust and the credo, “Our business must benefit society at large, not just our own interests”. Both principles have been passed down to us over generations since our inception. Under these principles, Sumitomo Chemical responds to the changing needs of time, develops a diversified portfolio of businesses, and enriches people’s lives through constant technological innovations.
5001 to 10000 staff
Artience Group Former Toyo Ink Group
Founded in 1896, artience Co, Ltd.(formerly Toyo Ink SC Holdings), the Japan-based parent company of the artience group, has long been providing innovative solutions that meet the needs of society by applying our core technologies of coatings, dispersions, polymer design, color materials design, and analysis and materials informatics. Today, artience is a diversified chemicals manufacturer that delivers fine chemical products to a broad range of global industrial markets. With a network of roughly employees in over 20 countries, we are continually working to solve the many challenges that faces society, with the ultimate aim of building a future where all people can live enriched lives. artience is a listed company on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Section, code 4634.
5001 to 10000 staff
Denka Company Limited
Denka Company Limited (Denka) was established in 1915 for the production of calcium carbide and chemical fertilizers by utilizing abundant limestone resources and its in-house electric power plants. Since then, we have grown to become a unique chemicals manufacturer involved in the production and distribution of a wide range of chemical products from inorganic and organic materials to electronic materials and processed resin products. These materials are based on our proprietary technologies of electric furnace controls, high-temperature reaction controls, organic synthesis and others nurtured over long years of experience in the field of calcium carbide chemicals business.
5001 to 10000 staff
