- Mitsubishi Chemical will cease production and sales of certain epoxy resin grades at the Tokai Plant Kawajiri by September 30, 2027 (planned).
- Affected grades include bisphenol A (BPA) liquid epoxy, bisphenol F (BPF) liquid epoxy, and related liquid/solid formulations using those resins and various curing agents.
- Some products may be outsourced to maintain sales while the company shifts focus toward special epoxy resins for semiconductor encapsulants and electronic materials.
Decision and timeline
Mitsubishi Chemical will discontinue production and sales of certain epoxy resin grades at the Tokai Plant Kawajiri site, effective around September 30, 2027 (planned).
Affected products
The affected grades are bisphenol A (BPA) liquid epoxy resin, bisphenol F (BPF) liquid epoxy resin, and liquid/solid epoxy formulations made from those resins with various curing agents; some items may be outsourced to maintain sales.
Rationale
The company cites aging production equipment and a difficult business environment as the reasons for stopping production and has included the move in its business portfolio reform under the Medium-Term Management Plan 2029.
Transition and focus
MCC will continue to supply special epoxy resins for semiconductor encapsulants and electronic materials while managing the transition of affected products.
