Osaka Soda Co., Ltd.

Established in Osaka, Japan, in 1915, Osaka Soda Co., Ltd. operates as a comprehensive manufacturer and supplier of a diverse range of specialized chemical products. The company's extensive portfolio encompasses fundamental inorganic chemicals, including caustic soda, hydrochloric acid, and various chlorine derivatives such as liquid chlorine, sodium hypochlorite, and chlorine gas, alongside caustic potash and hydrogen. It also produces essential organic chemical intermediates like epichlorohydrin and allyl chloride, as well as key ingredients for paints and adhesives. Advanced polymer offerings include epichlorohydrin and acrylic rubbers, in addition to diallyl phthalate, non-phthalate allyl, and epoxy resins. A significant area of expertise lies in high-performance silica gels, vital for the analysis and purification processes in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and functional foods. Furthermore, Osaka Soda develops active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and their precursors, polysulfide silane coupling agents, components for electrodes and lenses, and sophisticated materials for pharmaceutical purification. Their product lineup also features analytical instrumentation, packed columns, chiral compounds, photosensitive resins, color resists, and glass fibers. Beyond its chemical manufacturing core, the company provides decorative boards, items for housing facilities, and health-related consumables. Osaka Soda also delivers crucial services, including the transportation and storage of chemical products, the engineering of chemical plants and environmental preservation systems, and comprehensive material recycling for fluorescent and mercury lamps, glass, and metals. The firm adopted its current name, Osaka Soda Co., Ltd., in October 2015, having previously been known as DAISO Co., Ltd.

Industry

Chemicals - Specialty

Sector

Basic Materials

Headquarters

JP

CEO

Kenshi Terada

Listed since

Jan 4, 2001

Employees

1,032