Daicel Corporation is a Japan-based diversified chemical manufacturer with roots in cellulose chemistry. Its portfolio spans cellulose derivatives (such as cellulose acetate), acetic acid and related organic chemicals, engineering plastics, and life-science materials. The company also develops pyrotechnic devices for automotive safety systems, including airbag inflators and micro gas generators.
Through its subsidiary Polyplastics Co., Ltd., Daicel supplies engineering thermoplastics used in precision components for automotive, electronics, and industrial applications. Daicel’s materials serve a broad range of end markets, including mobility, electronics, packaging, medical, and consumer goods. The company operates globally with manufacturing and R&D sites across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.