Toray Industries
APAC
Tokyo
,
Japan
Multinational
FOUNDED
1925
HEADCOUNT
10000+
FUNDING
Public
Keywords:
fermentation, metabolic_engineering, lignocellulose, bioplastics, specialty_chemicals, commodity_chemicals, organic_acids
BUSINESS
Global manufacturer of advanced materials including fibers, textiles, plastics, chemicals, carbon fiber composites, films, and pharmaceutical products.
BIOTECH INVOLVEMENT
Core in parts; a diversified chemicals company with in-house microbial fermentation and genetic engineering capabilities. Developed the world's first 100% bio-based adipic acid using proprietary engineered microorganisms. Participates in NEDO-funded hydrogen-oxidizing bacteria biomanufacturing project. Operates a cellulosic sugar demo plant in Thailand combining membrane and bioprocess technologies. Also produces fine chemicals via fermentation (chiral compounds, D-amino acids) and partners with Genomatica (bio-BDO for PBT) and PTT (bio-adipic acid scale-up)
TECHNOLOGY PLATFORM
polymer chemistry; biotechnology (limited)
PRIMARY PRODUCTS
advanced fibers; carbon fiber; plastics; films; pharmaceuticals