Oji Group Functional Materials Company Company Overview

From February 25th for three days, Oji Fitec will be exhibiting at "AGRI EXPO Niigata 2026" held at Toki Messe Niigata. AGRI EXPO Niigata is a comprehensive exhibition for agriculture aimed at solving agricultural challenges and promoting development, and it will be held for the first time in Niigata Prefecture, one of Japan's leading agricultural regions. At the exhibition, we will introduce our paper-based agricultural mulch sheet "OJI Sustainable Mulch." "OJI Sustainable Mulch" is a mulch sheet primarily made from cellulose. It decomposes in the soil after use, reducing collection and disposal costs, and it is expected to help increase yields of summer and autumn crops by suppressing soil temperature rise due to evaporative cooling. Additionally, we will also showcase the freshness-preserving and antibacterial OPP film "Calfresh" at the same booth. We look forward to your visit.

From January 28 (Wednesday) to January 30, 2026, "New Functional Materials Exhibition 2026" will be held at Tokyo Big Sight, where Oji Tack Co., Ltd. and Oji Kinocross Co., Ltd. will exhibit. Oji Tack, as a comprehensive manufacturer of adhesive and processed material products such as tack for seals and labels, tapes, processed paper, and processed films, will introduce products and new items in five categories: "Paper-based and biodegradable tack as an alternative to film," "Special adhesive tack contributing to recycling and waste reduction," "Recyclable film and reduced plastic film tack," "Enhanced functional tack," and "Environmentally friendly processed products." Oji Kinocross, a pioneer manufacturer of airlaid nonwoven fabric made primarily from pulp, will propose a wide range of materials from environmentally friendly to functional. In this exhibition, we will showcase a variety of materials and experiential displays, including "Water-soluble and biodegradable nonwoven fabric," "Upcycle-compatible nonwoven fabric," "Pulp-based sound-absorbing materials," "Nonwoven fabric for cosmetic applications," and "Powder sheet technology." At the venue, you can actually see the characteristics and functionalities of each material. We invite you to experience the new value that these materials bring. When you visit, please be sure to stop by the Oji Tack and Oji Kinocross booths.

We are pleased to announce that "Alphan GPP," a biomass plastic blended OPP developed by Prince Eftex Co., Ltd. (President: Hirokazu Yasui, Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo), has been adopted for the packaging (bands) of natto and tofu sold by the Green Coop Cooperative Federation (Representative Director: Yoshiko Hidaka, Headquarters: Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture). Alphan GPP is an OPP film blended with biomass plastic made from waste cooking oil derived from plant-based edible oils. By incorporating biomass plastic, it contributes to the conservation of petroleum resources and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The Green Coop Cooperative Federation aims to create a community where everyone can live with peace of mind and is engaged in the development of safe and secure products. In 2000, they formulated the "Green Coop Environmental Policy," based on which they actively participate in the 4R movement (Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle). Alphan GPP has been adopted for the packaging of natto and tofu made from domestically produced soybeans, aligning with the philosophy of this initiative. Our company will continue to advance the development of environmentally friendly products and contribute to a sustainable society.