Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (4992.T) JPX

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Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.

Address

Sumitomo Fudosan Nihonbashi Building

Tokyo, TY 103-8341

Japan

Phone

81 3 3279 5151

Sector

Basic Materials

Industry

Agricultural Inputs

Employees

742

First IPO Date

January 01, 2001

Key Executives

NameTitlePayYear Born
Kenichi SanoPresident, CEO & Chairman01957
Ryuichi NakajimaExecutive Officer and GM of Fine Chemical Development & Sales0N/A
Yasunori MiyazakiAudit & Supervisory Board Member01966
Takashi YoneyaExecutive Officer and Deputy GM of the Planning & Management Group0N/A
Yasuhiko SaitoExecutive Officer & Deputy Head of Agrochemical Business Group0N/A
Shinichi HayakawaSenior Managing Executive Officer of Agricultural Chemicals Business Group & Director01960
Takayuki HamadaManaging Executive Officer of Fine Chemicals Business Group & Director01965
Hiromi EnomotoManaging Executive Officer0N/A
Osamu FukawaExecutive Officer & Niigata Plant Manager0N/A
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Description

Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. is a Japanese entity primarily engaged in the production and distribution of agrochemicals. Its business activities are structured across three distinct divisions: Crop Protection Products, Fine Chemicals, and Textile Materials. Within its diverse portfolio, the company provides a range of agricultural pest control substances, including solutions for insect, fungal, and weed management, alongside plant growth regulators. Additionally, it develops and supplies intermediates crucial for the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, in addition to essential raw materials for electronics, catalysts, advanced polymers, specialized ceramics, and various preserving and antifungal agents. Beyond chemicals, Hokko Chemical manufactures industrial-grade textiles for applications such as automotive interiors and furniture, as well as consumer-focused fabrics suitable for items like handbags, footwear, and clothing. Its manufactured goods are also distributed internationally. The firm, established in 1950, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

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