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NAGASE Industry's Strategic Investment in MiChS

NAGASE Industry Co., Ltd., based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has taken a significant step in enhancing its capabilities in high-value chemical products by acquiring shares in MiChS Co., Ltd. on July 31. MiChS, headquartered in Yao, Osaka, is known for its cutting-edge microflow synthesis technology, which is pivotal in the development and speedy supply of chemical products. This investment aims to create a comprehensive system that integrates MiChS's advanced technology with NAGASE's manufacturing, development skills, and market strategies, thereby responding promptly and flexibly to market demands.

About MiChS and Microflow Synthesis Technology

Microflow synthesis is a sophisticated chemical synthesis method where raw materials and reagents continuously flow within a compact space during reactions. This technique is distinguished among flow synthesis methods by its ability to precisely control reaction time and temperature in real-time. It is primarily utilized in the synthesis, extraction, and purification processes of materials in sectors like electronics, healthcare, and pharmaceuticals. Compared to traditional batch synthesis, microflow synthesis offers enhanced reaction efficiency, selectivity, scalability, safety, and minimized waste, leading to widespread adoption across the semiconductor and pharmaceutical industries globally.

Background of the Investment and Company Roles

In Japan, there are only a handful of companies proficiently handling microflow synthesis technology, necessitating advanced expertise in device design and reaction control. With a critical need for specialization and experience in commercializing this technology, NAGASE Industry has been collaborating with MiChS since 2017, primarily through its Specialty Chemicals Division, focusing on joint research and development in the chemical sector. MiChS has been pioneering research in microflow synthesis since around 2000, accumulating invaluable know-how and experience, which NAGASE aims to leverage for various commercialization aspects.

Key Roles of Each Company:

• - MiChS: A highly specialized firm with expert personnel in advanced organic chemistry and microengineering, possessing unique microflow synthesis technologies.
• - NAGASE Group: Provides manufacturing and development capabilities, alongside business development, marketing expertise, and a robust customer network within the chemical industry.

NAGASE aims to address manufacturing challenges in the materials sector. Future plans include establishing a stable production system for high-performance materials, particularly in the semiconductor field. Through this investment, NAGASE seeks to create new innovations based on flow synthesis technology, contributing to the sustainable growth of the chemical industry.

Overview of MiChS

• - Company Name: MiChS Co., Ltd.
• - Headquarters: Yao City, Osaka Prefecture
• - CEO: Hinata Yanagi
• - Business Summary: Development, manufacturing, and sales of flow reactor-related devices; design and development of microflow chemical plants; consulting on flow chemical manufacturing.
• - Website: MiChS Official Site

Contact Information

For Business Inquiries:

Specialty Chemical Division, Strategy Development Room, Haruki
Phone: 070-4176-8023

For Media Inquiries:

Corporate Relations Department, Management Administration Headquarters
Phone: 070-4314-0671