Nissan Chemical

Basic Information

Stock Code
4021
Industry
Chemicals
Category Detail
Chemicals & Chemical Products
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
April 1887
Listing Year
May 1949
Official Website
https://www.nissanchem.co.jp/
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Overview

Nissan Chemical is a chemical manufacturer founded in 1887, with pesticides and electronic materials as its main pillars while also expanding into pharmaceuticals, and is a leading industry player that emphasizes research and development.

Current Situation

Nissan Chemical recorded consolidated net sales of approximately 209.1 billion yen and operating profit of approximately 42.5 billion yen for the fiscal year ended March 2021, demonstrating solid performance. It develops its main businesses, including the 'Roundup' series of pesticide products and inorganic and organic materials for electronic materials, both domestically and internationally. By focusing on R&D and promoting the development of new materials and pharmaceutical active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), it aims to strengthen its competitiveness. In 2022, there was a temporary suspension of the nitric acid facility at the Toyama Plant, but it responded promptly and strives to maintain a stable supply system. It is also proactive in reducing environmental impact and improving safety management, promoting sustainability management. Moving forward, it positions the expansion of the high-performance materials market and growth in the pharmaceuticals sector as growth drivers, and pursues a strategy of expanding international operations. By possessing technological innovation and flexibility to respond to market needs, it aims to sustainably enhance corporate value.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Founded in 1887 as Japan's first chemical fertilizer manufacturer.
  • Acquired exclusive sales rights in Japan for the pesticide 'Roundup'.
  • No capital ties with Nissan Motor, but belongs to the same Harumi Group.
  • Successfully developed pharmaceutical APIs and collaborates with Kowa.
  • Toyama Plant is one of the few factories with a dedicated railway siding.
  • Focuses on AI and electronic materials development despite traditional roots.
  • Has 28 global subsidiaries with active overseas expansion.
  • Handles environmental chemicals including pool disinfectants and diverse products.
  • Entering healthcare as a new business area.
  • Focuses on industry-academia collaboration with multiple national universities.

Hidden Connections

  • Nissan Chemical traces its roots to the Nissan Concern but currently has no capital ties.
  • Pioneer in the chemical industry as Japan's first chemical fertilizer manufacturer.
  • Transactions with a wide range of industries including construction and electronic materials.
  • Acquired brand rights in pesticides from Monsanto (now Bayer).
  • The 'Nissan' in the company name is an abbreviation for Nippon Sangyo (Japan Industries) and is unrelated to Nissan Motor.
  • Collaborates as a member of the Hitachi Group's Harumi Discussion Group.
  • Active research in functional materials and pharmaceuticals at multiple domestic and international bases.
  • Established an in-house environmental technology research institute focused on reducing environmental impact.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Expansion of demand for high-performance products in pesticides.
  • Growth in electronic materials market and development of high-value-added products.
  • Stable supply and new development of pharmaceutical APIs.
  • Strengthening of sustainability and environmental regulation compliance technologies.
  • Active expansion into global markets.
  • Improvement in manufacturing efficiency using AI technology.
  • Further penetration of safety- and environment-conscious products.
  • Creation of innovative technologies through industry-academia collaboration.

Strategic Goals

  • Double domestic and international sales in pesticides business.
  • Establish world top-level technology in electronic materials.
  • Promote global expansion of pharmaceutical API business.
  • Achieve carbon neutrality in manufacturing processes.
  • Reach 50% sales ratio of sustainable products.
  • Strengthen domestic and international R&D bases and group management collaboration.
  • Promote development of safe and environmentally friendly technologies.
  • Develop new markets through co-creation with customers.

Business Segments

Agricultural Chemicals Supply

Overview
Provides high-performance pesticides and fertilizers to the agricultural sector, supporting crop protection and yield increases.
Competitiveness
Strong product development capabilities and domestic brand power
Customers
  • Agricultural Corporations
  • Pesticide Distributors
  • Agricultural Cooperatives
  • Horticultural Businesses
  • Overseas Agricultural Companies
Products
  • Herbicides
  • Insecticides
  • Fungicides
  • Plant Growth Regulators
  • Turf Management Agents

Electronic Materials Manufacturing

Overview
Provides specialty functional materials to the cutting-edge electronics industry, contributing to product performance enhancement.
Competitiveness
Advanced technological development capabilities and quality assurance system
Customers
  • Semiconductor Manufacturers
  • LCD Panel Manufacturers
  • Electronic Component Manufacturers
  • Research Institutions
Products
  • Photoresist
  • Polyimide Film
  • Abrasives
  • Anti-reflective Coating Agents

Pharmaceutical API Supply

Overview
Stably supplies pharmaceutical APIs to pharmaceutical companies both domestically and internationally.
Competitiveness
High-purity manufacturing technology and quality control
Customers
  • Pharmaceutical Companies
  • Pharmaceutical Research Institutions
Products
  • Hyperlipidemia Treatment APIs
  • Hypertension Treatment APIs

Functional Chemicals and Industrial Chemicals

Overview
Provides functional chemicals to diverse industries, supporting product performance improvement and environmental compliance.
Competitiveness
Wide product lineup and technical support
Customers
  • Manufacturing Industry
  • Electronics Manufacturers
  • Automotive Parts Manufacturers
  • Construction Industry
  • Chemical Traders
Products
  • Flame Retardants
  • Rust Preventives
  • Plating Chemicals
  • Petroleum-based Cleaners

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Robust R&D system
  • High market share in niche markets
  • Diversified product portfolio
  • Extensive domestic and international sales network
  • High financial stability
  • Long-standing corporate brand
  • High-quality product supply capability
  • Promotion of environmentally responsive technologies
  • Abundant patent holdings
  • Experienced management team

Competitive Advantages

  • Top-class brand power in pesticides with 'Roundup'
  • Manufacturing technology for high-performance inorganic materials for electronic materials
  • Proprietary technologies in pharmaceutical API development
  • Stable domestic and international customer base
  • Market expansion through active international deployment
  • Product lineup conscious of sustainability
  • Product range responding to diverse industry needs
  • Customer loyalty from rich history and reliability
  • Technological innovation through R&D investment
  • Rapid market response capability

Threats

  • Stricter regulations in pesticide markets
  • Intensifying international competition
  • Fluctuations in raw material prices
  • Increased compliance costs due to environmental issues
  • Production impacts from natural disasters
  • Risks from emergence of new technologies and substitutes
  • Impact of exchange rate fluctuations
  • Supply chain vulnerabilities
  • Labor shortages and talent attrition
  • Rapid changes in market needs

Innovations

2024: Development of High-performance Polyimide for Electronic Materials

Overview
Developed a new polyimide film with superior heat resistance and insulation properties, advancing product applications.
Impact
Enhanced competitiveness in advanced display markets

2023: Introduction of New Pesticide API Manufacturing Method

Overview
Established and introduced a manufacturing process for low-environmental-impact pesticide APIs.
Impact
Succeeded in reducing manufacturing costs and environmental load

2022: Expansion of Global Bases for Pharmaceutical APIs

Overview
Established new overseas production bases to strengthen pharmaceutical API manufacturing system.
Impact
Improved international competitiveness and supply stability

2021: Establishment of Sustainable Pesticide Design Technology

Overview
Established design technology for highly biodegradable pesticides and promoted commercialization.
Impact
Contributed to strengthening environmental responsiveness in the market

2020: Optimization of Manufacturing Processes Using AI

Overview
Improved manufacturing efficiency and achieved quality stabilization through AI analysis.
Impact
20% reduction in production costs

Sustainability

  • Promotion of low-environmental-impact pesticide development
  • Programs to reduce and recycle factory emissions
  • Introduction and promotion of energy-saving technologies
  • Strengthening safety management standards and employee training
  • Collaborative environmental conservation activities with local communities