Shin-Etsu Chemical Co Ltd
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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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