Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. is a diversified global chemical company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1997 through a corporate split from Mitsui & Co., the company’s roots trace back over a century to the original Mitsui zaibatsu trading empire. Over the decades, Mitsui Chemicals has built a reputation for combining traditional chemical manufacturing with advanced research and development, supporting a broad range of industrial and consumer markets worldwide.
The company’s core business activities encompass the production of performance polymers, basic chemicals and petrochemicals, as well as specialty materials for infrastructure, mobility, healthcare and agriculture. Key products include polyolefin compounds, engineering plastics, high-performance films and adhesives, and functional chemicals used in electronics and automotive components. Mitsui Chemicals also develops pharmaceutical excipients and agrochemical solutions through its dedicated healthcare and crop sciences divisions.
Mitsui Chemicals serves customers across Asia, Europe and the Americas, operating manufacturing facilities, sales offices and R&D centers in major industrial regions. In Japan, the company maintains a strong domestic presence with chemical complexes in Chiba, Kanto and Nagoya, while its overseas operations extend to China, Southeast Asia, the United States and several European nations. This global footprint enables Mitsui Chemicals to respond quickly to regional market demands and to leverage local innovation networks.
Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Masumi Kakinoki, Mitsui Chemicals is pursuing a strategic roadmap centered on sustainability, digital transformation and the circular economy. The executive team is focused on reducing environmental impact through energy-efficient manufacturing and developing biodegradable and bio-based materials. By aligning technological innovation with global sustainability goals, Mitsui Chemicals aims to generate long-term value for customers, shareholders and society.
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