Tokuyama Corporation (TBT)

Overview

Tokuyama Corporation, based in Tokyo, Japan, is a multifaceted chemical manufacturer that has been serving a wide range of industries since its inception in 1918. Originally founded as Tokuyama Soda Co., Ltd., the company underwent a name change in April 1994, reflecting its broadened scope and commitment to innovation across various sectors. Operated through six key segments - Chemicals, Cement, Electronics and Advanced Materials, Life Science, Eco Business, and Others - Tokuyama Corporation caters to an extensive international market, offering high-quality chemical products and materials.

Products and Services

• Chemicals

  Includes basic chemicals such as caustic soda, soda ash, and calcium chloride; along with specialty chemicals like vinyl chloride monomer, polyvinyl chloride resin, and propylene oxide. The segment also deals with methylene chloride and chloroform, supporting various industrial processes.

• Cement

  Providing essential materials for construction including cement, ready-mixed concrete, and cement-type stabilizer. Tokuyama also emphasizes on resource recycling within this segment, underlining its commitment to sustainability.

• Electronics and Advanced Materials

  Offers critical materials for the tech industry like polycrystalline silicon, utilized in semiconductors and solar panels; fumed silica and tetrachlorosilane for various applications; and aluminum nitride for electronic substrates. Also supplies high-purity chemicals for electronics manufacturing and isopropyl alcohol.

• Life Science

  Supports healthcare and pharmaceutical industries through products like medical diagnosis systems, dental materials & equipment, and pharmaceutical ingredients & intermediates. Additionally, the company provides plastic lens-related materials for eyeglasses and microporous film for various applications.

• Eco Business

  Focused on environmental sustainability, this segment offers products such as plastic window sashes, ion exchange membranes for water treatment, and engages in waste gypsum board recycling, showcasing the company’s dedication to eco-friendly initiatives.