Company Brochurehttps://www.fuji-chem.co.jp
Head Office
Honmachi Garden City Terrace 3F,
3-5-13 Azuchimachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0052, Japan
Phone: +81(6)7653-4050 Fax: +81(6)7653-4060
Tokyo Office
H1O Hirakawacho, 3F
1-6-4, Hirakawa-Cho, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo 102-0093, Japan
Phone: +81(3)6777-9001 Fax: +81(3)6777-9010
Technology Development Center
Amagasaki Research Incubation Center, 4F
7-1-3, Doi-Cho, Amagasaki-Shi, Hyogo 660-0083, Japan
Phone: +81(6)6430-1631 Fax: +81(6)6430-1632
Subsidiary Company
Fuji Chemical (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Rm 407, 4F, Building A, Far East International Plaza
No. 319, Xian Xia Rd., Chang Ning District, Shanghai, 200051, P.R. China
Phone: +86-(0)21-6219-0366 (6219-0377)

Shenzhen Liaison Office
Room 305 3F, Building B, No.163
Huawang Road, Dalang Street,
Longhua District, Shenzhen, P.R.China
Phone: +86-(0)755-2819-1850

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Actualization of Customer Concept
With “Think about ideas, not things” as our watchword,
we direct our ears to the voice of the customer.
■ To recognize promptly the thinking of customers and markets;■ To be the quickest to respond with actual products and services:

Technical Specialist Units
Business Solutions TeamsThat’s the innovative, “global niche,” unrivalled activist businessthat is our aim at Fuji Chemical.
Functional
polymers
and additives

Keywords for our corporate motto
Creative
Constantly upholding “creativity” as an essential element in developing new products as well as
in the performance of every task, we obtain maximum leverage from innovative ideas without
being limited to traditional or common practices.

Committed
Dedicating our fullest “commitment” as a matter of course to all of our customers as well as theoverall market under a basic policy that guarantees stable quality, punctual deliveries, andenvironmental conservation, we ensure fulfillment of all our responsibilities.

Collaborative
Pursuing effective “collaboration” with customers, suppliers andcontract manufacturers, we focus on coexistence andco-prosperity in the spirit of wholehearted cooperation.

• Antimicrobial agents• Antifoulants (surface modifiers)• Monofilaments for artificial hair and brushes• Antistatic agents• Wastewater treatment agents

We have arrived at the milestone of 10 years of progress since the establishment of Fuji Chemical Industries,
Ltd. as a brand new company based on businesses transferred from the former Kanebo Group.
In that time, Fuji Chemical has constructed a solid foundation that we will continue to build on over the next
decade, focusing on the basic strategies of “driving forward globalization” and “niche-oriented strategy”(i.e., expansion into new fields through market segmentation). These two basic strategies have ensured steadydevelopment, with the result that Fuji Chemical (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. in Shanghai, which was established in 2012as a bridgehead for increasing commercial distribution into Asian markets, has become profitable and remains
on track. Meanwhile, our Technology Development Center has been expanded and enhanced with technicaldevelopment to create original niche products in cooperation with customers.
As a “fabless” manufacturing company, we clearly recognize that our key imperative is to commit to development of high-quality, new commercial products by creating markets.
We will continue to develop new products while maintaining effective communication and collaboration withour customers and manufacturing contractors. We look forward to the successful continuation of our businesswith you as we go forward.

Kentaro Kiyosue

President & Chief Executive Officer• Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) sponges• Superabsorbent polyurethane sponges• High chemical-resistant sponges• Various types of porous materials• Sintered porous plastics• Sintered porous ceramics• Liquid filters• Air filters

Technology
development

Materials forcosmetic business• Product improvement
and refinement• Research and development• Cosmetics containers• Makeup brushes• Clear boxes• Vacuum-molded boxes• Cosmetics sponges and puffs• Promotional products

Plastic-related
businesses

Overseas market

President’s Message

Porousmaterials• Subsidiary company in China
Fuji Chemical (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

Packageproduction materials andbiodegradable plastics• Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
sheets for transparent boxes• Amorphous-PET sheets for molding• Hot-melt adhesives fortransparent boxes• Polylactic resin compounds

Business Vector, Product Portfolio, Technology SchemaPorous Materials

In highly developed and diversified industrial fields, needs for higher quality
filtrating, water-absorbing, and cleaning technologies are expanding rapidly.
To respond to the needs of the times, we have made dedicated efforts to create
a comprehensive product family characterized by high quality and high functionality.

Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) sponge

Sintered porous plastic

Water-resistant type: Does not become soft even under wet
conditions, retaining its original shape.

Featured is a continuous porous material that is sintered and formedout of homogeneous plastic powders such as polyethylene andpolypropylene, enabling high-precision secondary processing.

Use application

Air filters, liquid filters (e.g. flushing oil filtration, etc.)
Impregnation, liquid absorption
Sound-deadening materials, etc.
Hydrophilic type: Exerts extremely high water absorbability withexcellent water retention capacity due to superfine continuous
pore technology.

Water resistant PVA sponges

Use application

Cleaning and water absorption for glass products
Cleaning and water absorption for precision devices such as
printed circuit boards
Applying of various aqueous adhesives
Cleaning and water absorption for silicon wafers and liquid
crystal substrates

Use application

Sintered plastic-only powders
without use of binders
Various pore sizes are available
in the product lineup.
Small lot orders are accepted.
Customized shapes can be
manufactured as requested.

Air filters, liquid filters
Sound absorption, sound-deadening
insulation (silencers)
Impregnation, liquid absorption
Application material, material foremission, diffuser tube
Air adsorption, air floating transportation

Sintered porous plastics

Sintered porous ceramic
Featured is a continuous porous material in which a raw material ofhigh quality ceramic powder has been sintered using inorganic binder,
enabling high-precision secondary processing.

Superabsorbent polyurethane sponge
Manufactured based on uniform continuous pore technology,
realizing flexibility and extremely high elasticity.
Conductive type is available.

Features

Super hydrophilic PVA sponges

Use application

Features

Use application

Usable at high temperaturesdue to excellent heat resistanceHigh thermal shock resistanceExcellent chemical resistance
Limited elution of material
Small lot orders are accepted.

Suction pads, suction plates
Air filters, liquid filters
Diffuser tubes, diffuser plates
Sintered porous ceramics

Water absorption and dehydration for precision components
Wiping materials in various processes

Liquid filter
A wide variety of filters are available to suit a range of specialized uses.
The filters are optimized for high-viscosity liquid filtration and feature
long, durable lives.

High chemical resistance sponge
New materials developed through the application of special resin
compound technologies; both polyolefin-based and fluorinatedelastomer-based types are available.
Use application

Conveying or cleaning for glass plates or films
Liquid draining after etching

Superabsorbent polyurethane sponges

Selectable porous materials③

Product lineup

Use application

PVA sponge filters
Non-woven filters
Wound filters
Bag filters
Metal mesh filters
Metal filters
Filter housings

Paints, adhesives, solvents
Electronics industry,
semiconductor industry
Water disposal fields
Pharmaceutical industry,cosmetics industry
Food industry, beverages industry

Filter housings

Liquid filters

Air filter
Our filters are applicable to a wide range of industrial fields. Among them,our cleanable and reusable filters ensure a long working life and haveexcellent high temperature performance.

Various types of porous materials for industrial applications areprovided, making possible a wide choice in pore diameter,material quality, property, and shape.
Materials

Product lineup

Use application①Soft polyvinyl chloride sponge②Polyethylene sponge③Cellulose sponge④Urethane foam sponge
Metal sponge
Non-woven fabricHeat-resistant metal fiber filters
Prefilters
Medium-efficiency filters
High-efficiency filters

Paint booth, drying furnaces
Clean rooms
Buildings, factories
Gas filters①②④
Selectable porous materials

Air filters

Functional Polymers and Additives

Antifoulant
CLEAN BELL

We provide a wide range of additives and functional resins to give polymer materials
and plastics special functions, with a view to contributing to comfort and safety inpeople’s living environment.

This surface property modification masterbatch is produced
by adding, blending, and reacting special silicone and an
antifouling enhancer with resins.
Antifoulant-containing resins strengthen water- andoil-repellent properties, resulting in creation of molded
articles with properties of decreased adhesion of stains andimproved sliding surface performance.

Antimicrobial agents
BACTEKILLER, Bactelite

Product lineup

CLEAN BELL masterbatch for PP and PE resins
CLEAN BELL masterbatch for ABS and PS resins

These highly safe inorganic antimicrobial agents inhibit
activities of bacteria, fungi, and viruses in housewares
used in home living spaces, promoting effective
sanitization and more comfortable everyday living.
Holding the largest share of inorganic antimicrobial agent
sales in the Japanese market, our goal is worldwide
sales dominance through diffusion of Japaneseoriginated Kohkin (antimicrobials) in Asian, U.S.,
and European markets.
Product lineup

Use application

Everyday sundries: cutting boards, airtight containers,
kitchen sink-related articles, bathroom products, etc.
Household equipment: toilet seats, drain traps, etc.
Consumer electronics: refrigerators, air conditioners,
washing machines, vacuum cleaners, etc.
Architectural materials: floor materials, wall coverings, paints, etc.
Textile and fiber products: carpets, brushes, etc.
Others: sliding parts for industrial uses
Antimicrobial powder

Antimicrobial agents(silver-based inorganic antibacterial agent)
Antibacterial and antifungal agents(inorganic-organic hybrid)
Antimicrobial masterbatches
Antimicrobial pastes for inks and paints
Use application

Everyday sundries: cutting boards, airtight containers,
kitchen sink-related articles, bathroom products, etc.
Household equipment: toilet seats, modular baths, handrails, drain traps, etc.
Consumer electronics: refrigerators, air conditioners, washing machines,
vacuum cleaners, etc.
Architectural materials: floor materials, wall coverings, paints, etc.
Textile products: white garments, sheets, underwear, socks, masks, carpets, etc.
Others: steering wheels, escalator handrails, hanging straps, etc.

Antimicrobial paste

Monofilaments for brushes and artificial hair
KANEFINE

Coagulant for wastewater treatment
FUJIFINE

Special functionality
monofilament developed for applications
such as toothbrushes,
cosmetics brushes,
writing brushes,
hairbrushes

This coagulant exhibits high effectiveness in removing non-ionicsubstances, and high performance for wastewater treatment of
emulsions, being stabilized by polyvinyl alcohol, etc.
Forming coagulations
characterized by low
water content ratios
and effective drainage,
it facilitates easy solidliquid separations.

Product lineup

Nylon 6, 6-10 and 6-12 bristles for brushes(for general purpose and antibacterial purposes)
Polybutylene terephthalate bristle for brushes(for general purpose and antibacterial purposes)
Polybutylene terephthalate tapered filament(for general purpose and antibacterial purposes)
Modified cross section polybutylene terephthalate filament(for general purpose and antibacterial purposes)
Use application

Antimicrobial masterbatch

Antistatic coating
FUJISTAT

Refrigerators

Toilet seats

This is a water-soluble antistatic agent (polystyrene sulfonate)offering excellent
thermal, physical, andchemical stability.
Outstanding antistatic
performance is realized
through coating.
This agent is useful for
paper applications,sludge and scaledispersants.

Everyday sundries* “BACTEKILLER” and “Bactelite” are trademarks of Fuji Chemical
Industries, Ltd., as registered with the Japan Patent Office.

Everyday sundries: toothbrushes, cleaning brushes, scourers, etc.
Cosmetic brushes: animal hair substitution
Writing brushes: calligraphy, painting, etc.
Industrial field uses: brushes for painting,food manufacturing industries, etc.

Textile products

BeforeAfter

Permanent antistatic polymer additives
FUJISTATThis polyelectrolyte polymer provides antistatic performance
immediately after being blended with resin and formed.
It ensures permanent antistatic- and humidity-independentfunctionalities due toits ion conductive polymer network formation.
Applications range
widely from electronic
industries through dust
prevention.

* “CLEAN BELL,” “KANEFINE,” “FUJISTAT,” and “FUJIFINE” are trademarks of Fuji Chemical Industries, Ltd.,
as registered with the Japan Patent Office.

Materials for Cosmetics Businesses

We provide sponges, containers, brushes and various other materials for cosmeticenhancement of women’s beauty. While proudly manufacturing to “Made in Japan”
standards, and fulfilling quality requirements in the Japanese market, we also carry out
overseas production in order to effectively respond to customer demand with productsthat precisely match their needs, based on adherence to the key principles of safety and reliability.

Cosmetic containers

Various containers are available, ranging from those designed
for skincare to others applicable to makeup. We suggest
suitable products to perfectly meet your specific requirements.

Makeup brushes

We suggest added-value brushes and tips providing
performance that cannot be matched by animal hair
while reproducing the advantages of natural hair.

Package Production Materials

Utilizing innovative, original ideas and unique technology,
we provide qualified clear boxes as well as highly functional materials
for everyday life and environment-friendly plastics
which are usable in every aspect of living.

Amorphous-PET sheets for molding

Hot-melt adhesives for transparent boxes

Cut sheets of amorphous PET are perfectly suited to productionof transparent boxes, maintaining excellent workability andsecuring environmental safety. General-use PET sheets for heat
forming are also available.

Transparent adhesives are best for PET or PP transparent boxes.
A wide variety of adhesives for transparent boxes are provided
with well-balanced properties of heat resistance and adhesion
as well as having high productivity.

Adhesive products

Clear boxes and vacuum-molded boxes

Integrated management, from packaging planning throughtrial production, metal mold creation, and quantity production,
enables timely and precise production.

Cosmetic sponges and puffs

By using our optimal cosmetic sponges and puffs,
every woman can brighten up her image.

Transparent boxes and PET sheets

Example of use

Biodegradable plastics derived from biomass
Polylactic resin compound
LaclierSun

We have developed resin compounds in which the molding process
has been upgraded through additive formulation, focusing mainlyon improving the properties of polylactic resin based on lactic acidobtained from corn starch or biomass.
We accelerate the biodegradable plastics business withthe resin compound.

CO2
H 2O

Photosynthesis

Incineration
Landfill
CompostingCorn

Compound resin for injection molding
Compound resin for extrusion molding

StarchCommercial
products

Sustainable
Laclier is a plant-derived plastic with improved moldability,
maintaining the superior environmental features of polylactic acid.

Promotional samples

Samples are a vital means of encouraging
users to purchase commodities, activating
storefronts, and presenting uniquely
appealing brand images.

GlucoseNets for animal
damage prevention

Polylacticacid

Lacticacid

Ecological cycle of biomass plastic Laclier* “Laclier” is a trademark of Fuji Chemical Industries, Ltd.,
as registered with the Japan Patent Office.

Technology Development

The Technology Development Center conducts chemical analyses to check productsafety, carries out confirmatory studies and chemical analyses on prototypes provided
by users, and implements research and development of new technologies with a viewto new product development.

Corporate Profile
Company name
Established

August 1962

Capital40 million yen

Major shareholders
ExtruderKimura Trading Co., Ltd.

Color meter

Disperses powder at high concentrations in
a resin while heating and melting, andextrudes the melted resin for pelletization.

Performs quantitative analyses ofcoloring and discoloration by
quantifying colors.

Shima Trading Co., Ltd.
Bank of Kyoto, Ltd.

Company president
Employees
Bank references

Kentaro Kiyosue
60
Bank of Kyoto, Ltd.
Mizuho Bank, Ltd.

Inductively coupled plasma
emission spectroscopy

Particle size analyzer

Sumitomo Mitsui
Banking Corporation

Analyzes particle size and particle
size distribution in powder.

Analyzes trace elements of ppb order.

Scanning electron microscope

Performs fine structure observation of sample
surface.

Corporate History

Energy dispersive X-ray analyzer

Performs qualitative and quantitative analysesof elements in the sample.

Fuji Chemical Trading & Co. founded as asales company for various petrochemical
products, oils and fats, resins, etc.

X-ray fluorescenceanalyzer

Injection molding machine

Analyzes elements insample qualitatively
and quantitatively
using X-rays.

Creates sample products throughinjection of molten material intoa mold to produce test specimens
for assessing workability andperformance of polymer additives.

Infrared spectrophotometer
Performs structure estimationand qualitative analysis ofcompounds.

Overseas Market

Weathering test instrument

Evaluates weather resistanceof test specimens in a shortduration by means ofaccelerated weathering.

Fuji Chemical (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., our subsidiary company in Shanghai, China,
established in March 2012, has been expanding sales and wholesaling for
antimicrobial agents, filters, porous materials, and cosmetics-related items.
Fuji Chemical (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Rm 407, 4F, Building A
Far East International Plaza
No. 319, Xian Xia Rd., Chang Ning District
Shanghai, 200051, P.R. China
Tel: +86-(0)21-6219-0366（6219-0377）

Shenzhen Liaison Office
Room 305 3F, Building B, No. 163 Huawang Road,
Dalang Street, Longhua District,
Shenzhen, P.R.China
Tel：+86-(0)755-2819-1850

Acquired part of goodwill from
Kanebo Chemical Industries, Ltd. andMuromachi Chemical Co., Ltd., and changed
company name to Fuji Chemical Industries, Ltd.
Fuji Chemical Industries, Ltd. obtained ISO 9001 andISO 14001 certifications

Established partnership with BASF, and started
overseas operations of antibacterial business
Acquired antibacterial business for coating usesfrom Sinto V-Cerax, Ltd. and launched as “Bactelite”
Established Fuji Chemical (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. as a subsidiaryin Shanghai, China to develop sales and wholesaling businessfor antibacterial agents, porous materials,
filters and cosmetics-related materials
Acquired water-soluble resin businesses, including thosedealing in antistatic polymer additives and wastewater
treatment agents from Akzo Nobel K.K. and launched as“FUJISTAT” and “FUJIFINE”
Inauguration of Technology Development Center withrelocation of technical facilities to Amagasaki City