Description

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, and established in 1931, Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg. Co., Ltd. is a key manufacturer and supplier of diverse pigments and colorants. Their extensive product line includes inorganic, organic, and specialized processed pigments, which are vital components for industries such as paints, printing inks, and advanced information display and recording technologies. They also provide tailored colorants for synthetic fibers, general printing applications, paper products, and construction materials. The company further innovates with a range of functional materials. These are designed for specific polymers like polyvinyl chloride, high-performance fluororesins, and various thermoplastic and thermosetting resins, serving sectors including electronics, information technology, automotive manufacturing, and interior construction. Beyond pigments and colorants, Dainichiseika offers an array of specialized coatings, including UV and electron beam (EB) curable formulations, as well as decorative and high-performance functional coating materials. Their portfolio extends to polyurethane-based products used in synthetic leather, molded items, coating agents, and adhesives, alongside imide-based resins. Additionally, they produce Chitosan, a polymer derived from crab shells, and its various derivatives. Their comprehensive ink offerings cover functional inks, offset printing inks for paper-based media (like flyers, books, and packaging), gravure inks, and flexographic printing inks.