Shin-Etsu Chemical Co Ltd
SEH
Company Profile
Business description
Shin Etsu Chemical is an industrial conglomerate that was founded in 1926. Some of its largest product groups are silicon metal, polymer, silicone, rare-earth, and cellulose products. It holds top rankings in several markets, notably as the largest PVC and silicon wafer producer globally. Shin-Etsu is most exposed to the construction, semiconductors, and pharmaceutical sectors. Shin Etsu employed 27,342 people as of March 31, 2026, and has production bases in 17 countries.
Contact
1-4-1 Marunouchi
Chiyoda-ku
Tokyo100-0005
JPNT: +81 368122300
Sector
Basic Materials
Stock type
Cyclical
Industry
Chemicals
Fiscal Year End
31 March 2027
Employees
27,342
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