RM TOHCELLO CO., LTD. is a Japanese manufacturer of packaging films and foam sheets primarily for food, beverages, daily necessities, and industrial applications. Headquartered in Tokyo, the company operates production sites across Japan and in Thailand, focusing on biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) films and related flexible packaging materials.
Established in April 2024 through a company split and integration of Mitsui Chemicals Tohcello's packaging solutions business, it is owned 51% by Rengo Co., Ltd. and 35.95% by Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. The firm conducts research, development, production, and sales of high-performance films, including efforts to incorporate recycled polypropylene content.
In 2026, RM TOHCELLO entered a strategic partnership with PureCycle Technologies and Mitsui Chemicals to develop and commercialize recycled polypropylene films in Japan, with initial commercial shipments targeted for 2027 following regulatory approvals.
Also known as Mitsui Chemicals Tohcello, Inc., SunTox Co., Ltd., and Tohcello Co., Ltd..
Aiming to introduce recycled polypropylene into BOPP flexible packaging; pilot runs successful and a commercial agreement is targeted for 2027 ahead of shipments subject to import clearance.
