Toho Titanium

Basic Information

Stock Code
5727
Industry
Nonferrous Metals
Category Detail
Iron, Steel & Metal Products
Prefecture
Kanagawa Prefecture
Establishment Year
August 1953
Listing Year
October 1961
Official Website
https://www.toho-titanium.co.jp/
TSE Information
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Other Companies
Taiheiyo Metal, Toho Zinc, Mitsubishi Materials, Sumitomo Metal Mining, DOWA Holdings, Furukawa Mechanical Metal, Osaka Titanium, Nippon Seiko, Shin-Etsu Polymer

Overview

Toho Titanium is a leading company in titanium material processing in the nonferrous metals industry, founded in 1953, and possesses world-class titanium manufacturing technology.

Current Situation

Toho Titanium recorded consolidated revenue of approximately ¥89 billion and operating profit of approximately ¥5.6 billion for the fiscal year ending March 2025, continuing stable growth in both domestic and international markets. In its core titanium business, it has established a strong position sharing the market with Osaka Titanium Technologies. It is diversifying its revenue base through multifaceted business developments such as electronic materials and catalysts, and is focusing on technological innovation. In particular, the development of the new material WEBTi is attracting attention and contributing to expanding demand in aircraft and advanced industries. It is also actively addressing sustainability, promoting reduction of environmental impact and strengthening quality control systems. In 2020, it relocated its head office to Yokohama City, advancing global collaboration and business efficiency. Moving forward, it aims to expand its market as part of its growth strategy toward 2030 by strengthening research and development of high-value-added materials.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Toho Titanium is one of Japan's largest titanium material processing companies.
  • Founded at establishment with joint investment from Japan Mining, Japan Special Steel Works, and major trading companies.
  • New material WEBTi is attracting attention from domestic and international aircraft manufacturers.
  • Has factories in locations such as Chigasaki, Hitachi, Fukuoka, and Kurobe across Japan.
  • Parent company JX Metals is an important resource company within the ENEOS Group.
  • Receives high global evaluation for titanium material forming and processing technology.
  • Shares the world titanium market with Osaka Titanium Technologies.
  • Catalyst business is an indispensable key revenue source for the chemical industry.
  • Also provides high-function ceramics products in the electronic materials field.
  • Promoting environmental response with multiple high-grade titanium-related products.
  • Major steel companies including Nippon Steel are listed in the shareholder composition.
  • High business continuity based on stable support from JX capital.
  • Long-established company with over 70 years of history since founding.
  • Commercial production of high-purity titanium oxide has continued since the 1970s.
  • Classified under Steel and Metal Products in Nikkei industry classification.

Hidden Connections

  • Close collaboration with JX Metals Group brings stability to material procurement and sales.
  • Shares the market with Osaka Titanium Technologies, engaging in technological competition.
  • Strong industry horizontal collaboration with Nippon Steel and Sumitomo Metal Mining.
  • New material technology WEBTi also has applications in the medical field in view.
  • Multiple factory locations utilize local resources and human capital.
  • Under ENEOS Group umbrella, has technical exchanges with energy-related businesses.
  • Catalyst business used across various fields as foundational technology supporting chemical industry.
  • Established integrated production system from titanium sponge manufacturing to finished products.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Expansion of titanium demand in aerospace industry
  • Increasing demand for high-precision and high-function titanium products
  • Market expansion of new material WEBTi and development of new applications
  • Technological innovation and growth in electronic materials and catalyst businesses
  • Strengthening acquisition of overseas customers through globalization
  • Growing market needs for environmentally responsive products
  • Expansion of applications for advanced processing technology
  • Expanded utilization of synergies with JX Metals Group
  • Improved competitiveness through energy-saving and resource-saving manufacturing technology
  • Gaining trust through strengthened corporate sustainability response
  • Entry into new markets such as medical field
  • Expanded introduction of digitalization and smart manufacturing technology

Strategic Goals

  • Maintain industry leadership by expanding titanium market share domestically and internationally
  • Achieve 50% sales ratio of high-value-added products centered on new material WEBTi
  • Further strengthening of sustainability-related products and technologies
  • Create innovative material technologies through increased R&D investment
  • Global expansion through expansion of overseas bases and sales channels
  • Establishment of resource-recycling production system and achievement of environmental impact reduction targets
  • Build broad product portfolio corresponding to diverse industry needs
  • Maintain highest level of safety and health and improve employee satisfaction
  • 20% improvement in production efficiency through IoT and AI utilization
  • Enhance transparency with stakeholders and gain social trust

Business Segments

Aerospace Materials

Overview
Provides high-performance titanium materials for the aerospace industry.
Competitiveness
Industry-leading material development through advanced heat resistance and lightweight technology.
Customers
  • Aircraft manufacturers
  • Defense industry
  • Space development agencies
  • Engine manufacturers
  • Parts suppliers
Products
  • Titanium alloy sheets
  • High-strength titanium bars
  • Lightweight structural materials
  • Heat-resistant parts
  • Materials for aircraft parts

Industrial Machinery Parts

Overview
Deploys titanium products with superior durability and workability for industrial machinery fields.
Competitiveness
Strength in precision processing technology, enabling custom product development to meet customer needs.
Customers
  • Automotive manufacturers
  • Precision machinery manufacturers
  • Construction machinery manufacturers
  • Semiconductor equipment manufacturers
  • Machinery parts manufacturers
Products
  • Precision titanium parts
  • Corrosion-resistant parts
  • Alloy materials for machinery
  • Processing materials
  • Special alloy parts

Electronic Materials Field

Overview
Provides high-function ceramics and metal materials for advanced electronic devices.
Competitiveness
Maintains proprietary high-purity material technology and stable supply system.
Customers
  • Electronic device manufacturers
  • Semiconductor manufacturers
  • Communication equipment manufacturers
  • Electronic materials trading companies
  • Research institutions
Products
  • Electronic ceramics
  • High-frequency substrates
  • Insulator materials
  • High-purity titanium oxide
  • Electronic parts

Catalyst-Related Products

Overview
Develops and supplies high-performance titanium-based catalyst products that support chemical processes.
Competitiveness
Achieves high-efficiency products through advanced catalyst synthesis technology.
Customers
  • Chemical manufacturers
  • Environmental companies
  • Pharmaceutical companies
  • Catalyst manufacturers
  • R&D institutions
Products
  • High-activity catalysts
  • Catalyst precursors
  • Environmental protection catalysts
  • High-efficiency catalysts
  • Chemical reaction accelerators

Construction and Environmental Materials

Overview
Provides building and environmental materials with excellent durability and environmental compatibility.
Competitiveness
Realizes long life and reduced environmental impact through high-function materials.
Customers
  • Construction companies
  • Environmental plant operators
  • Infrastructure operators
  • Design offices
  • Materials trading companies
Products
  • Titanium sound-absorbing materials
  • Corrosion-resistant building materials
  • Environmental purification materials
  • Insulating materials
  • Metal materials

Medical Device Materials

Overview
Provides titanium products with high biocompatibility for medical devices.
Competitiveness
Strength in developing proprietary materials with high biocompatibility.
Customers
  • Medical device manufacturers
  • Surgical instrument manufacturers
  • Biotechnology companies
  • Research institutions
  • Medical equipment trading companies
Products
  • Precision titanium parts
  • Medical alloys
  • Biocompatible materials
  • Implant materials
  • Materials for surgical instruments

Materials for Automotive Industry

Overview
Deploys titanium materials contributing to vehicle lightweighting and durability improvement.
Competitiveness
Custom product development technology corresponding to a wide range of applications.
Customers
  • Automotive manufacturers
  • Automotive parts suppliers
  • EV manufacturers
  • Exhaust system manufacturers
  • Materials trading companies
Products
  • Lightweight titanium parts
  • Heat-resistant titanium products
  • Exhaust system materials
  • Automotive reinforcement materials
  • Special alloy materials

Precision Processing Services

Overview
Provides high-precision processing of titanium products and value-added services.
Competitiveness
Reliability through advanced processing technology and quality assurance system.
Customers
  • Various industrial material manufacturers
  • R&D institutions
  • Prototype development companies
  • Electronic device manufacturers
  • Aircraft parts companies
Products
  • High-precision processing
  • Surface treatment
  • Material inspection
  • Prototype production
  • Technical consulting

Chemical Manufacturing

Overview
Multifaceted manufacturing and supply of industrial chemicals and functional chemicals.
Competitiveness
Superior R&D capabilities for high-function chemicals.
Customers
  • Chemical industry manufacturers
  • Paint manufacturers
  • Electronic materials manufacturers
  • Resin manufacturers
  • Research institutes
Products
  • Functional chemicals
  • Rust inhibitors
  • Plating agents
  • Flame retardants
  • Cleaners

Environmental Recycling Business

Overview
Deploys metal material recycling and waste treatment considering the environment.
Competitiveness
Efficient metal recovery and environmental conservation technology.
Customers
  • Waste treatment companies
  • Smelters
  • Recycling-related companies
  • Local governments
  • Environmental associations
Products
  • Metal recycling materials
  • Waste treatment technology
  • Environmental impact reduction technology
  • Recycled materials
  • Recycling equipment

Overseas Sales and Logistics

Overview
Provides import/export and logistics management services for overseas market expansion.
Competitiveness
JX Metals Group's global network.
Customers
  • Overseas steel manufacturers
  • International trading companies
  • Import/export companies
  • Local production subsidiaries
  • Logistics companies
Products
  • Titanium material exports
  • Overseas logistics services
  • Tariff handling
  • International shipping
  • Customer support

R&D and Technical Support

Overview
Supports industrial development through cutting-edge material research and technical support.
Competitiveness
Strength in abundant technological assets and industry-academia collaboration.
Customers
  • Manufacturing companies
  • Universities
  • Research institutions
  • Domestic and international companies
  • Technical consultants
Products
  • Material development support
  • Technical evaluation
  • Patent development
  • Product verification
  • Joint research

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • World-class titanium manufacturing technology
  • Stable backing from JX Metals Group
  • Revenue base diversification through multifaceted business expansion
  • Advanced material development capabilities
  • Broad customer base across industries
  • Stable financial position
  • High-value-added product development capabilities
  • Robust R&D system
  • Building long-term trading relationships
  • Promotion of environmental response technologies
  • Utilization of global network
  • Human capital from highly experienced engineers
  • Advanced production equipment
  • High-quality assurance system
  • Market recognition of new material WEBTi

Competitive Advantages

  • High evaluation and share in aerospace field
  • Differentiation through proprietary new material technology WEBTi
  • Stable logistics and funding procurement via JX Metals Group
  • Risk diversification through material supply to multiple industries
  • New market development through superior catalyst and electronic materials technology
  • High value-added realization with special materials like high-purity titanium oxide
  • Customer trust based on long track record
  • Active adoption of environmental impact reduction technologies
  • Quality management system meeting international standards
  • Market responsiveness through domestic and international base network
  • Technological innovation by strong R&D team
  • Flexible customization capabilities
  • Enhanced transaction continuity through stable supply system
  • Promotion of energy-saving and efficiency equipment introduction
  • Management stability from multifaceted business expansion

Threats

  • Risk of raw material price fluctuations
  • Price competition from emerging country companies
  • Strengthened trade regulations due to international political risks
  • Increased production costs from environmental regulations
  • Uncertainty in global economy
  • Profit impact from exchange rate fluctuations
  • Competition in speed of technological innovation
  • Increasing sophistication of customer technical requirements
  • Supply chain complexity risks
  • Accelerated new material development by competitors
  • Decline in productivity due to labor shortage
  • Risks of international patent disputes and legal regulations

Innovations

2024: Market Expansion of New Material WEBTi

Overview
Strengthened mass production system for new titanium material WEBTi with improved machinability.
Impact
Increased adoption in aircraft and medical device fields, leading to higher sales.

2023: Improvement of High-Activity Catalyst Production Equipment

Overview
Improved THC series catalyst production equipment to enhance productivity.
Impact
Reduced manufacturing costs and improved quality stability.

2022: Development of High-Purity Titanium Oxide for Electronic Materials

Overview
Developed high-purity titanium oxide powder for high-frequency electronic devices.
Impact
Acquired new transactions with electronic device manufacturers.

2021: Development of Environmentally Friendly Catalysts

Overview
R&D of new titanium catalysts aimed at reducing environmental impact.
Impact
Contributes to promoting sustainable chemical processes.

2020: Promotion of Production Equipment Digitalization

Overview
Initiated smart factory transformation of production lines using IoT at some factories.
Impact
15% improvement in production efficiency and advanced quality control.

Sustainability

  • Continuous improvement of scrap recycling rate
  • Introduction of energy-saving equipment to reduce CO2 emissions
  • Selection of raw materials aimed at reducing environmental impact
  • Promotion of employee environmental awareness activities
  • Implementation of environmental audits in supply chain
  • Active efforts toward Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Improvement of labor environment through strengthened safety and health management
  • Participation in environmental coexistence projects with local communities
  • Improvement of resource efficiency through new material development
  • Effective use of water resources and strengthened wastewater management
  • Strengthened chemical substance management system
  • Environmental collaborative activities with partner companies