Matsumoto Yushi Seiyaku
Basic Information
- Stock Code
- 4365
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Category Detail
- Chemicals & Chemical Products
- Prefecture
- Osaka Prefecture
- Establishment Year
- March 1939
- Listing Year
- November 1991
- Official Website
- https://www.mtmtys.co.jp/
- TSE Information
- TSE Information
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Overview
Matsumoto Yushi Seiyaku is a chemical manufacturer founded in 1939, with surfactants and polymer-related products as its mainstays, boasting a high market share centered on the textile industry.
Current Situation
Matsumoto Yushi Seiyaku recorded consolidated net sales of 31.393 billion yen, ordinary profit of 5.448 billion yen, and net assets of 55.01 billion yen for the fiscal year ended March 2020. The company mainly manufactures and sells surfactants and polymer products for the textile and spinning industries, and is focusing on the development of advanced materials such as thermally expandable microcapsules. The synthetic chemical adhesive 'Methylcellulose' has received high acclaim in the civil engineering and construction fields, achieving successful business diversification. In recent years, through a joint venture with U.S.-based Quaker Chemical, it is advancing technical exchanges in the special chemical products field, promoting new product development and global expansion. It also considers sustainability, working on reducing environmental impact and developing sustainable materials. In the medium to long term, it aims to strengthen polymer-related technologies and expand into multiple industries to build a stable revenue base. Personnel changes and technology investments are active, with a focus on maintaining competitiveness in the textile-related chemical market.
Trivia
Interesting Facts
- Founded in 1926, an established chemical manufacturer with over 80 years of history
- Holds a high share in the fiber surfactant market
- Methylcellulose products are highly rated in the construction adhesive field
- Entered the special chemicals field through a joint venture with a U.S. company
- Products deployed in diverse fields such as textiles, construction, and agriculture
- Zaibatsu-affiliated company belonging to the Sanwa Group and Midori-kai
- Obtained patents for polymer microcapsule technology
- Continuously develops environmentally considerate products using proprietary technology
- Headquarters located in Yao City, Osaka, contributing to the local economy
- Paid-in capital of 6.09 billion yen, with a stable financial base
Hidden Connections
- Achieved business diversification through international technical exchanges via joint venture with U.S. Quaker Chemical
- Strengthened customer base and stable supply system by leveraging Sanwa Group network
- Synthetic adhesive methylcellulose has strong transaction record with civil engineering and construction-related companies
- Has numerous specialized products for the textile industry and deep relationships with many fiber manufacturers
- Strong ties to the local Osaka region with high evaluation in the community
- Addressing contraction in fiber chemical market through diversification for risk dispersion
- Entered the construction materials field with thermally expandable microcapsule technology
- Capable of product development tailored to customer needs across diverse fields, with flexible responsiveness
Future Outlook
Growth Drivers
- Increasing demand for high-function chemicals in the textile industry
- Expanding needs for environmentally responsive materials in construction
- Technological innovation in polymer microcapsule field
- Expanding demand for special chemicals in overseas markets
- Increasing demand for product improvements due to stricter environmental regulations
- New product creation through R&D investment
- Development of high-value-added products for agriculture
- Improved production efficiency through digitalization
- Expansion of sustainability initiatives
- Market expansion through strengthened collaboration with Sanwa Group
Strategic Goals
- Achieve 30% reduction in environmental impact from surfactant production
- Expand overseas business ratio to over 20%
- Realize 50% sustainable product lineup
- Expand polymer product sales ratio to 40%
- Maintain R&D expenses at 5% of sales
- Increase annual sales by 30 billion yen through new market development
- Improve manufacturing efficiency by 20% to strengthen cost competitiveness
- Enhance skills through talent development programs
- Continue and expand regional contribution activities
- Complete digital transformation
Business Segments
Textile and Spinning Processing Chemicals
- Overview
- Supplies various specialized chemicals used in textile product processing and dyeing, supporting quality improvement.
- Competitiveness
- Extensive product lineup of high-function chemicals for the textile industry
- Customers
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- Textile processors
- Spinning mills
- Fabric manufacturers
- Dyeing factories
- Apparel manufacturers
- Synthetic fiber manufacturers
- Industrial cleaning companies
- Products
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- Surfactants
- Fiber cleaning agents
- Dyeing auxiliaries
- Softeners
- Water repellents
- Lustering agents
- Durable processing agents
Construction and Civil Engineering Chemical Products
- Overview
- Provides adhesives and heat-resistant materials used in construction and civil engineering, contributing to construction efficiency.
- Competitiveness
- Synthetic adhesive technology with superior durability and environmental performance
- Customers
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- Construction companies
- Civil engineering contractors
- Building materials manufacturers
- Fireproof and insulation materials manufacturers
- Tile and adhesive manufacturers
- Renovation contractors
- Products
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- Methylcellulose adhesive
- Adhesives
- Heat-resistant polymer materials
- Insulation additives
- Repair materials
Industrial Cleaners and Maintenance
- Overview
- Develops and supplies dedicated cleaning agents and protectants for various industries, supporting efficient equipment operation.
- Competitiveness
- Proven track record enabling response to diverse industry needs
- Customers
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- Manufacturing companies
- Machine maintenance companies
- Automotive parts manufacturers
- Electronics manufacturers
- Factory equipment management companies
- Products
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- Industrial detergents
- Degreasers
- Waxes
- Rust preventives
- Surface treatment agents
Agricultural and Horticultural Chemicals
- Overview
- Provides specialized chemicals for agriculture and horticulture, supporting productivity and quality improvement.
- Competitiveness
- Specialized product range tailored to agriculture-specific needs
- Customers
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- Agricultural corporations
- Horticultural and landscaping companies
- Fertilizer manufacturers
- Agricultural materials retailers
- Products
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- Surfactants
- Crop protectants
- Fertilizer additives
- Soil conditioners
Cosmetics Raw Materials Supply
- Overview
- Provides safe and functional cosmetic raw materials, contributing to product differentiation and quality improvement.
- Competitiveness
- Supply system for skin-friendly high-performance raw materials
- Customers
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- Cosmetics manufacturers
- Daily goods manufacturers
- OEM manufacturers
- Products
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- Cosmetics surfactants
- Thickeners
- Emulsifiers
- Humectants
Competitive Advantage
Strengths
- High market share due to specialized surfactant technology
- High-quality synthetic chemical adhesive technology and product lineup
- Long-term customer relationships in the textile industry
- Diversified product lineup
- Solid financial base and stable earnings
- Utilization of Sanwa Group and Midori-kai network
- Development capabilities in special polymer materials
- Technological strength in reducing environmental impact
- Technical exchanges through joint ventures with overseas companies
- Continuous R&D investment
Competitive Advantages
- Top-class market share in surfactants for textiles
- Methylcellulose products with superior durability and functionality
- Proprietary technology for polymer microcapsules
- Enhanced international development capabilities through joint ventures
- Ability to acquire diverse and niche customer base
- Early response to environmentally friendly products
- Established and thorough manufacturing quality control
- Regionally rooted sales expansion
- Stable trading relationships with major textile companies
- Long-term development of R&D structure
Threats
- Risk of international fluctuations in raw material prices
- Decline in demand due to contraction of domestic textile industry
- Burden of product improvements due to stricter environmental regulations
- Decline in market share due to competitors' technological innovations
- Delay in overseas market expansion
- Impact of natural disasters on production sites
- Cost increases due to exchange rate fluctuations
- Market pressure from emerging alternative materials
- Disruptions in global supply chains
- Intensifying competition for talent acquisition
Innovations
2024: Development of New Thermally Expandable Microcapsules
- Overview
- Completed performance-enhanced microcapsules with improved insulation and environmental resistance.
- Impact
- Successfully expanded share and acquired new customers in the construction-related market.
2023: Expansion of Environmentally Friendly Surfactant Series
- Overview
- Launched new surfactants with enhanced biodegradability to comply with environmental regulations.
- Impact
- Environmentally responsive product ratio rose to 35%, improving competitiveness.
2022: Strengthening Joint Venture with Quaker Chemical
- Overview
- Expanded global technical exchanges and joint new product development framework.
- Impact
- Shortened time to market for high-value-added products, contributing to earnings improvement.
2021: Introduction of Water Resistance Improvement Technology for Polymer Adhesives
- Overview
- Dramatically improved water resistance of construction-use methylcellulose.
- Impact
- Successfully developed new markets and improved existing customer satisfaction.
2020: Introduction of Energy-Saving Production Equipment
- Overview
- Updated manufacturing processes with latest energy efficiency improvement equipment.
- Impact
- Reduced CO2 emissions by 10% and lowered production costs.
Sustainability
- Development and promotion of biodegradable surfactants
- Improvement of energy efficiency in manufacturing processes
- Continuous improvement of waste recycling rate
- Adoption of low-environmental-impact packaging materials
- Active participation in local environmental conservation activities
- Promotion of resource-saving technology R&D
- Strengthening safety and health management and employee education
- Formulation of sustainable procurement policies
- Environmental awareness activities in collaboration with local residents