Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. is a Japan‐based specialty chemical manufacturer founded in 1964 and headquartered in Osaka. The company is engaged in the research, development, production and sale of a wide range of chemical products that serve diverse industrial and consumer markets. Key product lines include acrylic acid, superabsorbent polymers (SAP), ethylene oxide and its derivatives, alkylphenol ethoxylates, polyaluminium chloride, catalysts for petrochemical processes, and ion‐exchange resins.
The company’s acrylic acid and superabsorbent polymer businesses are central to its operations, supplying raw materials for hygiene products such as diapers and adult incontinence items. Ethylene oxide and ethoxylates produced by Nippon Shokubai find application in detergents, emulsifiers and personal care formulations. Its polyaluminium chloride product line is widely used for water treatment and purification, while specialty catalysts are marketed to petroleum refiners and petrochemical producers for processes including olefin polymerization and reforming.
Nippon Shokubai maintains a global footprint with production and sales facilities across Asia, North America and Europe. Major manufacturing sites are located in Japan, Singapore, China, Thailand and the United States, supplemented by joint ventures and distribution networks in emerging markets. Through these operations, the company serves end‐use industries such as automotive, construction, agriculture, textiles, electronics and healthcare.
The company invests heavily in research and development, focusing on next‐generation materials, green chemistry and circular economy initiatives to reduce environmental impact. Corporate governance is overseen by a board of directors, and day‐to‐day management is led by an executive team with extensive experience in the chemical sector. Nippon Shokubai continues to emphasize innovation and sustainability as strategic priorities in its global growth strategy.
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