Nanotechnology Business Creation Initiative in Japan(NBCI)
August 2024

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Nanotechnology Business Creation Initiative(NBCI)【Our slogan of 2024】
NBCI become "Hub of Co-creation " that leads to
the resolution of social issues, leveragingorganizational diversity to build a collaborativenetwork.
NBCI is Japanese institution established in 2003 to launchand expand the nanotechnology business.

TLO: Technology Licensing Organization

・One of the most industry driven organizations in Japan run on
annual membership fees.
・The membership is provided to organizations registered in Japan
https://www.nbci.jp/en/
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Activities of NBCI
・Business creation by strengthening cross-industry network- Understanding and sharing needs and seeds information through study group activities- Support for building a personal network that transcends industry, government, and academia- Providing a forum for discussions to create businesses that lead to the solution of social issues

・ Understanding and effective utilization of governmental policies and systems- Understanding social issues and policy information, and providing them in a timely manner- Dissemination of business needs to government officials through frequent exchange of opinions

・ Expansion of nanotechnology business / establishment of infrastructure forindustrialization- Extracting and responding to common issues such as standardization related to nanomaterials- Industry-government-academia collaborative activities related to ensuring safety and responding
to concerns about nanomaterials
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3NBCI Organization
General AssemblyCollaboration

Advisory Board

Auditors
Board ofDirectors

SecretariatTechnologyCommitteeSub-committee
1. Material
2. Measurement &Evaluation Equipment
3. Life
4. 3D printer5. Biomimetics
6. Environmental & Fuel Cell
7. IoT sensor
8. Nano Material and Process

METI, MEXT, the Cabinet office,and others

NBCI members List

Planning &Steering Council

AIST, JST, NEDO, NIMS,Universities,
Japan Business Federation,and others

https://www.nbci.jp/aboutnbci/member_e.pdf

Social AcceptanceandStandardization
Committee
Sub-committee
1. CNT
2. Fullerene
3. Nano Material Safety

BusinessCommittee
・Open Innovation WG
・Nano Carbon
Commercialization WG
Sub-committee
1. Nano Carbon
Commercialization

Innovation
Promotion
Committee

Taskforce
1. Domestic & International
Collaboration
2. Policy Recommendation

METI: Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry
MEXT: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
AIST: National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology
JST:
Japan Science and Technology Agency
NEDO: New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization
NIMS: National Institute of Materials Science

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Board of Directors Companies◆ Chair company of the board of directors:
Resonac Holdings Corporation◆ Vice-chair companies of the board of directors:
JEOL Ltd.
NEC Corporation
Mitsubishi Corporation
RICOH Company, Limited.
TOPPAN Holdings Inc.
ZEON CORPORATION
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Advisory Board
Kazuhiko Ishimura

President, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST)

Kazuhiro Hono

President, National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)

Kazuhito Hashimoto

President, Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST)Tomoji Kawai

Fellow, Technology Strategy Center, New Energy and Industrial Technology Development
Organization (NEDO)
Professor, Osaka University

Sumio Iijima

Professor, Meijo University

Masayoshi Esashi

Professor, Tohoku University

Toshiki NiinoProfessor, Tokyo University

Masatsugu Shimomura

Professor Emeritus, Chitose Institute of Science and Technology

Akira Ono

Emeritus Researcher, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology(AIST)

Akihiko Hirose

Science Advisor, Chemicals Assessment and Research Center,
Chemicals Evaluation and Research Institute, Japan

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NBCI Activity Policy• "Nanotechnology" has become a technology that is used on a daily basis in the manufacturingindustry due to the progress of analytical technology, manufacturing and processing technology
over the last 20 years, and be fundamental technology for promoting innovation in the fields of AI,
biotechnology, quantum, and materials that are rapidly advancing.
• NBCI is made up of highly diverse companies with the keyword "nanotechnology”.
Utilizing this feature, we will support members to develop activities that contribute to solvingsocial issues such as SDGs in collaboration with other members, government agencies, incorporated
administrative agencies, and universities.
• For this purpose, NBCI is promoting the collection and sharing of the latest technical andenvironmental safety information, and networking with industry, academia and government.
Furthermore, we are making recommendations on R&D strategies, environmental safety
regulations, and standardization activities in the field of nanotechnology.

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Mission of Committees(1) Technology Committee• Sub-committees have been set up for each target technology field selected from the perspective of promoting
the practical application of nanotechnology (currently 8 sub-committees). Through the holding of the subcommittees and lectures, information on technology, products, and markets will be shared among member
companies, and related databases are maintained and made public.

• Through this sub-committee activity, we support the creation of a wide range of personal networks among
participating members, which is the basis of cooperation/open-innovation between member companies.

(2) Social Acceptance and Standardization Committee• In order to promote the use of nanomaterials and their products, we cooperate with related ministries andresearch institutes to develop and share basic knowledge about nanomaterials, safety information, handlingmanagement guidelines as well as regulations, etc. We make recommendations from the standpoint of thenanomaterials industry.

• From the perspective of improving the international market and distribution environment, we also participate
in standardization activities such as ISO / TC229 and OECD / WPMN.

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Mission of Committees(3) Business Committee• We create an environment in which members can easily carry out collaboration and open innovation between
member companies, governments, independent administrative agencies, universities, etc., and promote thecreation of new businesses that lead to social issues.
In the nanocarbon field, In addition by holding lectures and sharing technology and market information,
we promote commercialization through holding “Nanocarbon Open Solution Fairs” at “nano tech”(nanotechnology exhibition).

(4) Innovation Promotion Committee• By holding lectures by key people such as the government and incorporated administrative agencies,
we motivate the sensitivity of members to social and policy issues, provide information on government
projects and support systems, and support their utilization by member companies.
In addition, regarding the utilization of government projects and support systems, policy proposals are madefrom the standpoint of the utilization side.

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Nanocarbon Industry Landscape map 【2024】
Materials

Intermediate materials
Rubber-, Plastics- Master bachSingle- or/and Double- walled CNT
ZEON
New Metals and Chemicals
Honjo Chemical
Meijo Nano Carbon

GSI Creos
Dainichiseika
TOYOCOLOR
TPR
Sunarrow

Multi-walled C(N)T、C(N)F

Carbonfly
Nakatani &ZEON

Carbonfly

Moulded article
GSI Creos
DAIKIN FINETECH
Sunarrow
NITTA
Nippon Shizai

CNT-CFRP Prepreg
Carbonfly

Dispersant・Dispersion

Hamamatsu Carbonics
KOATSU GAS KOGYORESONAC
HohsenGSI Creos
Carbonfly
Honjo Chemical
TPR
TODA KOGYO
LG Chem
New Metals and Chemicals<Dispersant for CNT, CB or/and Graphene）>
Kao<Dispersion>
KJ SPECIALTY PAPER
KOATSU GAS KOGYO
New Metals and Chemicals
ZEON
Carbonfly
Nippon Shizai
NiSiNa materials
HohsenTPR
Meijo Nano Carbon
Sunarrow
GSI Creos

Graphene
Jikantechno
New Metals and Chemicals
NiSiNa materials
NSC
OSAKA GASFilm
GSI Creos
Hamamatsu Carbonics
Hokuetsu Corporation
Carbonfly

Fiber・Electric wire
Hamamatsu Carbonics
Ishizue Magnet Wire Works
Carbonfly

Coating LiquidFullerene

KJ SPECIALTY PAPER

New Metals and Chemicals
Frontier Carbon
Honjo Chemical
IDEA INTERNATIONAL

CNT separation technique into
Semiconducting and metallic CNTs
Meijo Nano Carbon
KYODO INTERNATIONAL

Hiroshima Metal Machinery

Manufacturing Equipment

Hiroshima Metal & Machinery
Fuchita Nanotechnology
PRC

Fuchita Nanotechnology

PRC

Sugino Machine

Beryu

SHIMADZU

Equipment

Analysis and Assessment

IDEA INTERNATIONALKYODO INTERNATIONAL
Sugino Machine
Beryu
HORIBASHIMADZUHORIBAIDEA INTERNATIONAL

IDEA INTERNATIONAL

Trend Survey

IDEA INTERNATIONAL
Mageleka Japan

Mageleka JapanMitsubishi

JEOL

Sanyo Trading
BethelJEOLHORIBASEIKO FUTURE CREATIONUBE Scientific Analysis Laboratory
Sumica Chemical Analysis ServiceJEOL

SEIKO FUTURE CREATIONUBE Scientific Analysis Laboratory

Yano Research Institute

Nomura Research Advisory

NIPPON STEEL Chemical & Material

Nomura Research & Advisory

Yano Research Institute

AIST / Nano Carbon Device Research Center

Mitsubishi

Business Investment

JEOL

TOKYO DYLEC
BethelSumica Chemical Analysis Service

NIPPON STEEL Chemical Material

IDEA INTERNATIONAL
Mizuho Research & Technologies

Mizuho Research Technologies

IDEA INTERNATIONAL
THINKYTOKYO DYLEC

Sanyo Trading

Contract analysis

THINKYHORIBA

Mageleka Japan

Mageleka Japan

OthersFinal products

Research Institution

AIST / Nano Carbon Device Research Center

SHIGEMATSU WORKS

Protective equipment

SHIGEMATSU WORKS

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nano tech 2024 the world’s largest event of nanotechnology
2024. 1. 31 - 2. 2 , Tokyo Big Site
◼ NBCI participates every year to introduce nanotechnology market◼ Held an international nanotechnology association conference◼ Nanocarbon Open Solution Faire (Joint Event of NBCI and JCD)
• to promote efficient business matching for expanding the use of nanocarbon by holding this fairthat aggregates exhibitions related to the production and use of nanocarbon
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11The 16thInternational Nanotechnology Association Conference
Date : February 1th 2024, at 9;30-11;30
Venue : Meeting Room (4) in East Hall 4 upper Area, Tokyo Big Sight■Objective :To exchange information in each Country and Region
on Governmental policy/ direction for Nanotechnology■Participants : 10 associations from 8 countries
Deep Tech Canada, Waterloo Institute of nanotechnology(CANADA),
Netherlands Enterprise Agency (Netherlands),
Nanoinitiative Bayern GmbH(Germany),
TANIDA(Taiwan),ANF(Asia Nano Forum: THAILAND,MALAYSIA).
Entrepreneurship Academy of Nanyang Technological University(Singapore)
From Japan: Dr. Shosuke Kiba, Program Director,Cross-ministerial Strategic
Innovation Program, Japanese Council for Science, Technology and Innovation
Topic: The Challenge of Building an Ecosystem for New Business Creationin the Materials Industry in Japan
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12Responding to European regulation on CNTs
◆ European CLP Regulation：

this Regulation requires classification, labeling and packaging of substances and mixtures
placed on the market in the EU that are hazardous or explosive to humans and the environment.

◆ Proposal
BAuA proposed to ECHA that Multi-Walled Carbon Tubes with geometric tube diameter range≥ 30 nm to <3 μm and a length ≥ 5 μm, including MWC(N)T be classified as Carcinogenic
Category "Carc.1B" (presumed carcinogenic) in the CLH classification.
10 μm◆ matter of concern➢ There is a possibility that thesocial usefulness of CNT will
be impaired.

3 μm
1 μmDiameter➢ There is a possibility thatmany MWC(N)T, includingEuropean products, will besubject to regulation.

Aspect ratio > 3:1⇒30 nm < diameter < 3 μm
length ≥ 5 μm

100 nm⇒infinite
lengthGeometric area required to be “Carc. 1B”

30 nm
10 nm
1 nm

1 μm

5 μm 10 μm

Length100 μm1mm

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Responding to European regulation on CNTs
NBCI submitted three comments to ECHA
① August 2021, ② July 2022, ③ August 2022

◆ Summary of Opinions✓ Insufficient scientific evidence to conclude that diverse CNT products are equally harmful✓ Regarding carcinogenicity classification, the classification of IARC should be respected andharmonized with international rules.
→ Only MWNT-7 becomes Carc.1B, other MWCNTs are not Carc.1B.
✓ Expectations for CNT Applications✓ Suggested risk management methods◆ Further response and strengthening of cooperation➢ In Europe, NBCI and NBCI member companies（ZEON, RESONAC) cooperate with JBCE(Japan Business Council in Europe) to submit opinions based on scientific evidence.
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Responding to European regulation on CNTs
The harmfulness of CNTs is not due solely to geometric factors of lengthand thickness.

【NBCI's goals】➢ to ensure that the proposed CLP regulation does notlead to the inclusion of REACH SVHC lists,
NBCI identifies the actual mechanismsthat influence hazards of CNT
and enables risk management,
to aim for both innovation and safety.

Safe Innovation Approach【Priority Responses】➢ Priority 1: to establish a research system to understand the true mechanism behind thecarcinogenicity of CNTs.

➢ Priority 2: to research, create guidelines, and form rules to reduce exposure based onhazards.
➢ Priority 3: to collaborate with international nanotechnology organizations in order tostrengthen ability to submit opinions based on scientific evidence to EuropeanCommission.
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11Collaborative networkwith International nanotechnology organizations
Purpose: to strengthen communication power as an industry
regarding the European regulation on CNTs

EuropeanCommission
・DG-Grow
・DG-Envi

ECHA*
BAuA

NBCIto submit
opinions
based onscientificevidence.

JBCE*

Cooperation

ZEON
RESONACNIA*Cooperation

Nano initiative
Bayern GmbHGSI CREOSetc.

Cooperation
Cooperation

NTRA(Korea)**ECHA：European Chemicals Agency*JBCE： Japan Business Council in Europe*NIA： Nanotechnology Industries Association*NTRA：Nanotechnology Research Association of Korea

Deep Tech Canada
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