Kowa Company, Ltd. List of Products and Services

Bauxite is a widely used ore as a raw material for aluminum and is utilized as an important industrial resource around the world. The grade of bauxite varies depending on the proportion of aluminum oxide it contains, and generally, the higher the aluminum content, the greater its value. Bauxite itself is in demand across various industrial sectors, including steelmaking, construction, and the automotive industry. In particular, in the aerospace and automotive industries, where lightweight and corrosion-resistant aluminum is required, bauxite plays a very important role. The typical applications are as follows: 1. Manufacturing of aluminum products: Bauxite is used as a primary raw material for aluminum. Aluminum is extracted from bauxite to produce a wide range of products, including aircraft, automobiles, construction materials, and home appliances. 2. Manufacturing of ceramics and cement: Bauxite has high-temperature resistance and is also used in the production of ceramics and cement.

The potassium hydroxide we handle is an alkaline product that demonstrates excellent performance in various applications. Below are the main features of potassium hydroxide: 1. Strong alkalinity: Potassium hydroxide has strong alkalinity, making it suitable for a wide range of chemical processes and industrial applications. It can be effectively used for acid neutralization, promoting neutralization reactions, and degreasing. 2. Excellent solubility: It dissolves well in water, forming a uniform solution. This allows for easy and accurate concentration and dilution. 3. High hygroscopicity: It has the ability to absorb moisture, making it suitable for use in areas that need to be dried. It is also effective for gas absorption, such as hydrogen sulfide and carbon dioxide. 4. Diverse range of applications: Potassium hydroxide is used in various industries and applications, including fertilizers, battery materials, soap manufacturing, food processing, agriculture, and pharmaceutical synthesis. Additionally, its application in environmental fields such as wastewater treatment is also expected. We offer high-quality potassium hydroxide. If you have any questions or requests, please feel free to contact us at any time.

Lead iodide is an essential material for perovskite solar cells, which are attracting attention for development worldwide. Our company has been supplying iodine and iodine compounds to manufacturers in Japan for several decades. Given the diverse sources of our lead iodide developed through this experience, we can also propose future BCP measures for your consideration. *Lead iodide plays an important role as a material for perovskite solar cells. Below are its characteristics: - Absorption properties: Lead iodide has the ability to absorb visible light and near-infrared light over a wide range. This allows for efficient absorption of sunlight and conversion into electrical energy. - Crystallinity and stability: Lead iodide is a highly crystalline material with high charge mobility and stability. For more details, please contact us using the inquiry below.

Sodium molybdate, represented by the chemical formula Na2MoO4·2H2O, is a versatile inorganic compound. It is a white crystalline powder that easily dissolves in water. Sodium molybdate has a wide range of applications across various industries. Here are some notable points: 1. Corrosion resistance: Sodium molybdate functions as a corrosion inhibitor, enhancing the corrosion resistance of metals and increasing their resilience to environmental factors such as moisture and chemicals. 2. Fertilizer: It serves as a source of the trace element molybdenum, playing an important role in plant nutrition. Molybdenum helps promote healthy plant growth, improve crop yields, and prevent deficiencies that can lead to disorders. 3. Water treatment: It is used in water treatment processes to suppress the growth of harmful bacteria and algae. By effectively controlling scale formation and reducing the risk of corrosion in water systems, it ensures a safe and clean water supply. For more details, please contact us below.

- We have been selling SQM's lithium compounds in the Japanese market for over 20 years. - Stable supply is our strength. - The extraction of lithium from the Atacama salt flat results in low CO2 emissions, making it excellent from an environmental perspective. - We offer stock sales, allowing for immediate shipping and purchases in the quantities needed by our customers. - It is used in a wide range of applications, including battery materials, glass, iron powder, grease, catalysts, and chemical raw materials. - We contribute to BCP measures and stable supply.

- We have been selling SQM's lithium compounds in the Japanese market for over 20 years. - Stable supply is our strength. - The low CO2 emissions from lithium production in the Atacama Salt Flat make it excellent from an environmental perspective. - We offer stock sales, allowing for immediate shipping and purchases in the units required by our customers. - It is used in a wide range of applications, including battery materials, glass, iron powder, grease, catalysts, and chemical raw materials. - We contribute to BCP measures and stable supply.

Potassium sulfate is a fast-acting potassium fertilizer that is easily soluble in water. It is suitable for both base and top dressing due to its low leaching. It can be mixed with urea, ammonium sulfate, potassium chloride, superphosphate, and monoammonium phosphate (MAP) and diammonium phosphate (DAP), and is also used as a raw material for compound fertilizers and BB blended fertilizers.

- We have been selling SQM's lithium compounds in the Japanese market for over 20 years. - Our strength lies in stable supply. - The low CO2 emissions from lithium production at the Atacama Salt Flat make it excellent from an environmental perspective. - We offer stock sales, allowing for immediate shipping and purchases in the quantities needed by our customers. - It is used in a wide range of applications, including battery materials, glass, iron powder, grease, catalysts, and chemical raw materials. - We contribute to BCP measures and stable supply.

Oxychloride zirconium is generally used as a raw material for zirconium compounds and is utilized in various applications as ceramics. Ninety percent of the oxychloride zirconium in Japan is imported. Our company has been importing and selling oxychloride zirconium from manufacturers with the largest production capacity in China for over 20 years, establishing a solid logistics and supply system. Its characteristic is low impurities. In particular, it can accommodate low iron content (see the specifications example below), which has the advantage of suppressing discoloration of products and distortion of electrical properties. Therefore, it is adopted by domestic manufacturers that produce and develop zirconium compounds, which are often required to be of high quality by end users, such as fine ceramics for the electronics field and dental materials where color is important.

Magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt) is a fast-acting fertilizer material that is easily soluble in water. It can be used not only in compound fertilizers and blended fertilizers (BB fertilizers) but also as a base fertilizer and top dressing. Magnesium is a key element for plant growth as it is a component of chlorophyll and helps activate enzyme reactions and aids in the absorption of phosphorus. When magnesium is deficient, yellowing of the leaves occurs, leading to a condition known as magnesium deficiency, which results in reduced photosynthetic ability. Magnesium sulfate is water-soluble and fast-acting, making it very effective against magnesium deficiency.

This is potassium carbonate produced in Taiwan. [Overview] Potassium carbonate is a compound represented by the chemical formula K2CO3. It is a colorless solid with a property of being easily soluble in water. Additionally, potassium carbonate has strong alkalinity and neutralizing properties. [Uses] Potassium carbonate is used in various industries and applications. In agriculture and horticulture, it is utilized to adjust the pH balance of the soil, promoting nutrient absorption in plants. It is also used in glass manufacturing and soap production. In the glass manufacturing process, alkaline substances are needed to melt the glass, and potassium carbonate is suitable for that purpose. Furthermore, soap is essentially made by reacting an alkali with fatty acids, and potassium carbonate is used as a raw material for soap. Additionally, potassium carbonate is used in the chemical industry and pharmaceuticals. It acts as a catalyst in chemical reactions and is used as a pH adjuster in the manufacturing process of drugs.

We would like to introduce AJAY-SQM, a subsidiary of SQM, the world's largest iodine manufacturer! We procure iodine in Chile, the world's number one producer of iodine! This is cesium iodide developed and manufactured in North America. It has been newly developed as a raw material for perovskite solar cells and is currently expanding its sales. Please feel free to contact us for sample arrangements and more information. With stable supply of iodine and years of manufacturing know-how, we deliver products of consistent quality. Our factories are located in Chile, North America, and Europe, and can also be considered for BCP measures. <Main Applications> - Perovskite solar cells We have a number of sales records for existing products in Japan! Depending on the quantity, we can also accommodate stock sales.

Procurement of iodine in Chile, the world's number one producer of iodine! This is ammonium formamidinium iodide (formamidinium iodide hydrogen sulfate), developed and manufactured in North America. It has been newly developed as a raw material for perovskite solar cells and is currently expanding its sales. Please feel free to contact us for sample arrangements and more information. With stable procurement of iodine and years of manufacturing know-how, we deliver products of consistent quality. Our factories are located in Chile, North America, and Europe, making them suitable for BCP considerations. <Main Applications> - Perovskite solar cells We have numerous sales records of existing products to Japan! Depending on the quantity, we can also accommodate stock sales.

This is methylammonium iodide developed and manufactured in North America. It has been newly developed as a raw material for perovskite solar cells and is currently expanding its sales. Please feel free to contact us for sample arrangements and other inquiries. Thanks to stable iodine supply and years of manufacturing know-how, we deliver products with consistent quality. Our factories are located in Chile, North America, and Europe, allowing for consideration of BCP measures as well. <Main Applications> - Perovskite solar cells We have numerous sales records of existing products to Japan! Depending on the quantity, we can also accommodate stock sales.

Glauber salt is primarily imported from China, but our company proposes Spanish Glauber salt from the perspective of avoiding China risk and BCP (Business Continuity Planning). Spanish manufacturers have a production system focused on Glauber salt manufacturing, which allows for stable supply unaffected by the operation of other products, unlike by-products of Glauber salt. The product also features high purity. Additionally, it is produced using environmentally friendly methods, so we would greatly appreciate your consideration from an environmental perspective. Glauber salt is used in a wide range of industrial applications. In detergent applications, it can be used as a builder (additive) for synthetic detergents. It lowers the critical micelle concentration (cmc) of anionic surfactants such as LAS, contributing to enhanced cleaning power. It also helps keep powdered detergents in a free-flowing state. In glass applications, it can be added to glass raw materials to act as a clarifying agent (defoamer) that removes bubbles during manufacturing. In dye applications, it acts as a dyeing aid that helps adsorb dyes onto fibers. It is used as a deep dyeing agent in direct and reactive dyeing processes. Additionally, it is used in paper, pulp, desiccants, and feed applications.

Calcium nitrate is a white crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water. It is tasteless and odorless, and chemically stable. It is composed of calcium ions (Ca2+) and nitrate ions (NO3-), serving as an important source of calcium and nitrogen. ◎ For Fertilizers It is commonly used for fertilizer applications, addressing calcium deficiencies in the soil. ◎ For Industrial Use Coolant: Calcium nitrate has the property of generating low temperatures when it reacts with water. Therefore, it may be used as a coolant in refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Dust Suppressant: Calcium nitrate has the effect of suppressing dust and binding fine particles in the air. It may be used for dust control in construction sites and mines.

Ferrous sulfate monohydrate is produced by centrifugally removing the crystallization water from the heptahydrate and then drying it. Compared to the heptahydrate, ferrous sulfate monohydrate is less prone to oxidation-reduction reactions in the air and has the characteristic of containing a large number of iron ions. ◎ Industrial Use It is used as a raw material for pigments and in wastewater treatment applications. In wastewater treatment, it functions as a reducing agent, coagulant, and precipitant. - As a reducing agent, it works to reduce hexavalent chromium to trivalent chromium in chromium-containing wastewater. - As a coagulant, it has a fast sedimentation rate, large and dense sludge particles, good removal effect for coloring agents, and the advantage of being inexpensive. - As a precipitant, it can form precipitates with sulfides and phosphates, allowing for the removal of these substances. ◎ Feed Use It is used as an animal feed additive, serving the role of iron supplementation. Iron is an essential nutrient for animal growth, being a crucial component of hemoglobin, myoglobin, cytochromes, and various oxidative enzymes. It also enhances the quality of livestock meat, giving it a more vibrant red color. ◎ Fertilizer Use It is used as a fertilizer to supply iron to plants.

◎About the Use of Fertilizers Iron (Fe), a trace element essential for plant growth, plays a central role in chlorophyll production and energy generation. A deficiency of iron adversely affects the life activities of plants, leading to serious issues such as leaf chlorosis and stunted growth. Among the solutions, ferrous sulfate is used as a reliable trace element fertilizer. Ferrous sulfate is water-soluble and is widely utilized as an essential trace element fertilizer in hydroponics. It is particularly effective in addressing iron deficiency in sandy and alkaline soils. In the agricultural sector, it is recognized as a fast-acting iron fertilizer. As for usage methods, spraying ferrous sulfate or applying it as a foliar spray are direct and effective ways to supply iron. Ferrous sulfate supports plant growth and health while efficiently promoting the uptake of iron from the soil. If the goal is to enhance productivity and quality, the use of ferrous sulfate is ideal. ◎About Industrial Applications Heptahydrate has many uses in wastewater treatment applications. It can be used as a coagulant, reducing agent, and precipitant to remove sulfides and phosphorus from wastewater.

The applications are wide-ranging, including semiconductor materials, supplement ingredients, battery components, solar panels, IC chips, RAM, sensors, and airplane coatings, and it can also be used in ultra-hard steel. Currently, it is being considered for use in cancer treatment and virus treatment. - It can be used as a substitute for gallium and germanium in IC chip production. - When used in solar panels, there are results indicating that a conversion efficiency of 60-70% can be achieved. - While boron is generally used in the production of ultra-hard steel, the use of fullerene allows for the manufacture of even harder materials. ★ Preparations are underway for the world's first industrial-scale production. (Production volume is being prepared to reach 700 kg/month) ★ A characteristic feature is that the raw materials can be sourced locally from commonly available materials such as coconut husks, rice husks, and corn.

We propose high-purity anhydrous lithium chloride! It meets top-grade standards, and impurity management is thorough! (Please check the catalog for detailed specifications.) It is primarily developed for improving the ionic conductivity of sulfide-based solid electrolytes, and we have received numerous inquiries for other applications as well. Please feel free to contact us for sample arrangements and more information. Additionally, it is domestically manufactured, and we have a stable production and supply system in place.

We would like to introduce AJAY-SQM, a subsidiary of SQM, the world's largest iodine manufacturer! We procure iodine in Chile, the world's number one producer of iodine! This is lithium iodide developed and manufactured in North America. We have received numerous inquiries for applications such as solid electrolytes. Please feel free to contact us for sample arrangements and more information. Thanks to our stable supply of iodine and years of manufacturing know-how, we deliver products of consistent quality. Our factories are located in Chile, North America, and Europe, and can also be considered for BCP measures. <Main Applications> - Solid electrolytes

■What is Borax■ Borax is a chemical substance represented by the chemical formula Na2B4O7·10H2O. It is generally refined by heating North American ore in water, adding activated carbon for decolorization, filtering out insoluble components, placing it in a crystallization tank, stirring while cooling, and dehydrating. It is widely used as a raw material for fertilizers, glass, preservatives, photography, and pigments. ■Key Proposal Points■ North American ore is not produced in Japan. Therefore, the ore used as raw material for borax largely relies on imports from overseas. The main production areas for borax abroad are Argentina and Turkey. ⇒ By purchasing from Argentina, the main production area, we can contribute to establishing a stable raw material supply system for your company. [Contact Information] Kowa Company, Ltd. Industrial Related Business Division Resource Materials Department, Inorganic Materials Section, Sales Representative TEL: 03-3279-8057 FAX: 03-3279-8029

It is used in agriculture as a soil improvement material. The raw material is natural gypsum, and there are no additives! It is for plant supplementation. It is a fertilizer mainly composed of easily soluble calcium sulfate (dihydrate) and has little impact on soil acidity (pH).

We deliver products of stable quality thanks to the stable supply of iodine and our long-standing manufacturing know-how. Our factories are located in Chile, North America, and Europe, and we can also consider BCP measures. <Main Applications> - Catalysts (Reactive) - Electronic Materials - Cell Batteries - Synthetic Resin Fibers (Nylon) - Animal Feed

Calcium iodate is a calcium iodate salt. The main production areas for the raw material iodine are said to be Japan and Chile. Among these, Chile boasts the world's largest deposits of the nitrate that serves as the raw material for iodine. With this large-scale deposit as a backdrop, our company has been supplying and selling iodine produced by the Chilean manufacturer AJAY-SQM, a global leader in iodine production, to Japan for over a decade as their import sales agent. - Contributing to BCP measures! Calcium iodate from Chile contributes to stable supply.

We deliver products of stable quality thanks to the stable supply of iodine and years of manufacturing know-how. Our factories are located in Chile, North America, and Europe, allowing for consideration of BCP measures as well. <Main Applications> - Polarizing Film - Electronic Materials - Nylon We also have numerous sales achievements in Japan! Depending on the quantity, we can also accommodate stock sales.

Regarding the nitrate that serves as the raw material for iodine, Chile boasts the world's largest deposits/reserves. With this large-scale reserve as a backdrop, our company has been supplying and selling to Japan for over a decade as an import sales agent for Chilean manufacturers, who are global leaders in iodine production. Our strength lies in our past sales achievements to domestic companies across a wide range of applications, supported by the production volume of Chilean manufacturers, which is among the largest in the world. [Features] - High Purity: We provide high-purity iodine using the highest quality raw materials and through our unique manufacturing process. This ensures the highest quality outcomes in our customers' products. - Excellent Stability: Our iodine exhibits stable performance during use and over long-term storage. This enhances the reliability and durability of our customers' products. - Wide Range of Applications: Iodine is suitable for various applications. For example, it is used as a raw material for X-ray contrast agents, iodine compounds (industrial catalysts, feed additives, LCD raw materials, nylon resin stabilizers, etc.), LCD screen materials, and sterilization and anti-fungal agents. For more details, please contact us through the inquiry form below.

■What is Zinc Methionine Sulfate? It is a type of organic zinc designated as a feed additive in Japan. Zinc is a component of metal enzymes, so supplementing zinc helps prevent "skin keratinization disorders, decreased feed intake, weakening of hoof horn, growth disorders, and reduced reproductive gland function." Organic zinc is more efficiently absorbed compared to inorganic zinc because it is organically bound to amino acids. Therefore, when compared to inorganic zinc such as zinc carbonate or zinc sulfate, it shows improvements in productivity and reproductive performance, as well as maintaining immune function. ■Appeal Points Zinc methionine sulfate typically contains 15% zinc, but our company also offers a custom product with 20% zinc. This allows for efficient zinc absorption with a smaller amount added compared to standard products. We believe our pricing is relatively competitive, so please feel free to contact us below.

- Industrial-grade granular product (90% is 2mm or larger) - Registered as fertilizer, can be used as such. - Certified as a non-hazardous material under the Fire Service Act, allowing it to be handled like regular cargo within Japan. - Available for stock sale, with 25kg available for same-day delivery nationwide. - Addressing supply instability from China, potassium nitrate from Chile contributes to stable supply.

■What is Zircon Sand■ Zircon is a type of mineral, and the origin of the word "zircon" comes from the Persian word "zargun" (meaning gold-colored) and the Arabic word "zarquin" (meaning brown), due to the prevalence of golden-brown stones. Minerals containing zircon are often found in sand deposits formed from the weathering of rocks and their subsequent erosion by water. The minerals containing zircon primarily occur as zircon silicate combined with silica, and some can be found as transparent red crystals, which are referred to as hyacinth in the jewelry industry. The refined and extracted forms of these minerals are generally called "zircon sand." ■Key Points of the Proposal■ The global production of zircon amounts to 1,500 thousand tons, with Australia, South Africa, and China accounting for about 80% of the total. Japan is a net importer of zircon, relying on imports for 80% of its ore from South Africa and Australia. ([Source: JOGMEC "Mineral Resource Material Flow 2019"]) ⇒ Our company has secured suppliers of zircon sand from Indonesia, in addition to the above, and can provide proposals tailored to specific applications. [Contact Information] Inorganic Materials Division TEL: 03-3279-8057

■What is Boric Acid■ Boric acid is a chemical substance represented by the chemical formula H3BO3. It is generally produced by reacting a mineral known as borax with sulfuric acid, followed by filtration, cooling, and re-dissolution for purification. It is widely used in glass, enamel glazes, abrasives, ceramics, and as a raw material for boric acid bait. ■Key Points of Proposal■ In Japan, boric acid raw materials are not produced domestically. Therefore, the ores and intermediate products that serve as raw materials for boric acid are largely dependent on imports from overseas. The main sources of boric acid abroad are the United States and Russia. Recently, due to the situation between Russia and Ukraine, the supply of boric acid raw materials and boric acid itself has been in an uncertain state. ⇒ By purchasing boric acid from a third country, Peru, we can contribute to the establishment of a stable raw material supply system for your company. [Contact Information] Kowa Company, Ltd. Industrial Related Business Division Resource Materials Department, Inorganic Materials Section, Sales Representative TEL: 03-3279-8057 FAX: 03-3279-8029 *For inquiries via the web, please use the contact form below.

This is sodium iodide, procured from Chile, the world's leading producer of iodine, and manufactured from that raw material. With stable iodine supply and years of manufacturing know-how, we deliver products of consistent quality. Our factories are located in Chile, North America, and Europe, allowing for consideration of BCP measures. Sodium iodide plays a crucial role in various industries due to its wide range of applications and excellent properties. It is an indispensable presence in fields such as pharmaceuticals, chemical industry, and electronics. Our sodium iodide products are provided to customers based on high quality and reliability. We have numerous sales records of existing products to Japan! Depending on the quantity, we can also accommodate stock sales. Please feel free to contact us below for sample arrangements and more.

Monopotassium phosphate is widely used as a fertilizer and feed additive, providing the phosphate necessary for the growth and health of plants and animals. In fertilizer applications, it promotes root development and aids in the formation of flowers and fruits. In feed additive applications, it is used to support the formation of bones and teeth in animals. Please feel free to contact us below for sample arrangements and more.

Zinc carbonate is used as a feed additive, supporting the healthy growth and reproduction of animals by supplementing zinc deficiencies in feed. Due to its improved mixability and absorption, it allows for efficient zinc intake. Please feel free to consult us below regarding sample arrangements and more.

Calcium lactate is a calcium salt made from L-lactic acid produced by fermentation and lime. Because it contains calcium, it can be used as a calcium supplement. It is expected to be used as a food additive and a feed additive. Please feel free to contact us below for sample arrangements and other inquiries.

■What is Zinc Borate■ Zinc borate is a white crystalline or powdery substance that is poorly soluble in water but relatively soluble in acids. Its chemical formula is Zn(BO2)2. ■Key Points of the Proposal■ Zinc borate is a substance used in various applications. It is particularly often utilized as a flame retardant, resin filler, and heat-resistant paint, playing an important role in a wide range of industries. - Flame Retardant: Zinc borate is used as a flame retardant, reducing the risk of fire. By being added to building materials and textile products, it enhances fire resistance. - Resin Filler: Adding zinc borate to resin products improves their strength and durability. Its properties are especially utilized in the manufacturing of electronic components and mechanical parts. - Heat-Resistant Paint: Zinc borate is used as a component in heat-resistant paints, maintaining the performance of the paint in high-temperature environments. It is widely used in industrial equipment and automotive parts. ⇒ By leveraging the diverse applications and characteristics of zinc borate from Peru, we meet the needs of various industries. Please feel free to contact us for inquiries or detailed information.

■What is Rochelle Salt■ Rochelle salt is a white crystalline or powdered substance that is easily soluble in water and relatively insoluble in alcohol. Its chemical formula is KNaC4H4O6·4H2O. ■Key Points of the Proposal■ Rochelle salt is a substance utilized in various applications. It is particularly commonly used in Fehling's reagent, as a laxative, and in electroplating, playing an important role in a wide range of industries. - Fehling's Reagent: Rochelle salt is used as a component of Fehling's reagent, which is employed in the quantitative analysis of sugars. It leverages its properties as an essential reagent for sugar detection. - Laxative: Rochelle salt is also used as a laxative, contributing to the maintenance of gastrointestinal health. - Electroplating: In the electroplating process, Rochelle salt plays a crucial role and contributes to improving the quality of the plating. ⇒ By utilizing the diverse applications and properties of Rochelle salt, we respond to the needs of various industries. Please feel free to contact us for inquiries or detailed information.

■What is Tungsten Trioxide (YTO)■ Tungsten trioxide (YTO) is a yellow to orange powdered compound with the chemical formula WO₃. It possesses excellent thermal and chemical stability and is used in many industries as a material with high purity and excellent dispersion. ■Key Points of the Proposal■ Tungsten trioxide is widely used in electronic materials, pigments, optical glass, and serves as a material that supports modern advanced technologies. Electronic Materials: It is used as a material for ceramic capacitors and electro-optical devices, demonstrating stable performance. Pigments and Coloring Agents: Leveraging its vibrant yellow coloration, it is ideal for heat-resistant pigments and glass coloring agents. X-ray Shielding Materials: Utilizing its properties as a heavy metal, it is also used for radiation shielding applications. Furthermore, it is gaining attention in research and development applications in fields such as battery materials and photocatalysts. It can be utilized as a material supporting a wide range of technological innovations across various fields. ⇒ By leveraging the high functionality and versatility of tungsten trioxide, we can meet a wide range of needs from research to manufacturing sites. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or requests for samples.

■What is Ammonium Paratungstate (APT)■ Ammonium paratungstate (APT) is a white to light yellow crystalline powder that serves as an intermediate raw material used in the refining and processing of tungsten. Its chemical formula is (NH₄)₁₀[H₂W₁₂O₄₂]·xH₂O, and it is utilized in various applications as an inorganic compound with high purity and stability. ■Key Points of the Proposal■ APT is an important material that serves as a precursor for tungsten powder and tungsten oxide (WO₃), forming the basis for various tungsten products. - Hard Metal Tools: Tungsten powder obtained by reducing APT is used in hard alloy materials for drills and molds. - Electronic Materials: Suitable for applications requiring high-temperature resistance, such as electrodes and heater components. - Phosphors and Catalysts: Also utilized as a raw material for tungsten oxide-based phosphors and denitration catalysts. Additionally, due to its water solubility and uniform particle characteristics, it is suitable for slurry preparation and precision processing. ⇒ High-purity and highly reliable APT meets a wide range of needs from material development to mass production processes. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or requests for samples.

■What is Tungsten Oxide (Blue) (BTO)■ Tungsten Oxide (Blue) (BTO) is a powdery compound that ranges from deep blue to blue-black and is an intermediate oxide containing oxygen vacancies. With high purity (over 99.95%) and excellent conductivity and light responsiveness, it is gaining attention as a multifunctional material, particularly in the fields of electronics and energy. ■Key Points of the Proposal■ Due to its unique electronic structure, BTO allows for applications that differ from conventional WO₃. - Battery Materials: Utilized in lithium-ion battery anodes, leveraging its conductivity. - Sensor Materials: Functions effectively as a gas sensor due to its high sensitivity resulting from oxygen vacancies. - Coloring and Pigment Applications: Exhibits a metallic blue luster, making it ideal as a coloring agent for glass and ceramics. - Precursor Applications: Also used as a reducing precursor for the production of tungsten powder. ⇒ Tungsten Oxide (Blue) combines multifunctionality with versatility as an intermediate material, making it suitable for a wide range of applications from research and development to mass production. It is also expected to be utilized as an advanced functional material in thermal shielding and electrochromic applications. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or requests for samples.

■Tungsten Trioxide (WO₃)■ Tungsten trioxide is a yellow to orange powdered inorganic compound that is a high-performance material with excellent thermal stability, chemical stability, and a high melting point. It is manufactured using high-purity, non-Chinese raw materials, ensuring a stable supply system and reliable quality. ■Key Points of Proposal■ This product can be applied in a wide range of fields, including ceramics, battery materials, electronic and optical materials, catalysts, and X-ray shielding materials. It can also accommodate grade adjustments and particle size customization according to application needs, providing flexible support from prototyping to mass production. - Ceramics: Ideal for high-temperature structural materials and coating materials - Optical Applications: Suitable for electrochromic devices and photocatalysts - Batteries and Energy: Notable inorganic material in the next-generation secondary battery field - Shielding Materials: Utilizes high density characteristics for radiation protection applications ⇒ Leveraging the high functionality and versatility of tungsten trioxide, we meet a wide range of needs from research to manufacturing. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or requests for samples.

■What is Tungsten Carbide (WC)■ Tungsten carbide (WC) is a gray-black powder characterized by high hardness, high density, and high melting point. It is a high-performance material used in various industrial fields such as cutting tools, powder metallurgy parts, electronic materials, and wear-resistant applications. ■Key Points of the Proposal■ Tungsten carbide is a material that supports the backbone of advanced industries, from tools to electronic components and structural materials. - **Cemented Carbide Tools**: Due to its high hardness and wear resistance, it enables long-life and high-precision machining for drills, end mills, and turning tools. - **Powder Metallurgy Parts**: Suitable for forming complex shapes and high-strength components, it is utilized in automobiles and machinery. - **Wear-Resistant Components**: Provides reliability in wear environments for nozzles, valves, and sealing parts. - **Ceramics Field**: Also plays a role as a conductive additive and wear-resistant coating material in ceramics. Additionally, this product features a reliable raw material procurement system that is independent of China and free from conflict minerals (compliant with the Dodd-Frank Act). ⇒ Leveraging the high performance and versatility of tungsten carbide, we meet a wide range of needs. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or requests for samples.

Copper sulfate is a chemical widely used in industrial, agricultural, and feed applications. In industrial applications, it is utilized for surface treatment, water treatment, and disinfection purposes. In agriculture, it is used as Bordeaux mixture and herbicide, and in the feed sector, it is fed as a mineral-based additive. Please feel free to contact us first.

Niobium pentoxide (Nb₂O₅) is a white to grayish-white powdered oxide widely used in electronic components, catalysts, ceramics, and metallurgy. This product is a STANDARD GRADE from Brazil (purity of 99.7% or higher, calcined basis) and is available in a powdered form (100% < 8 mesh), making it easy to handle and ensuring stable quality. It is utilized across a wide range of industrial fields, including the production of metallic niobium for metallurgical applications, alloy additives, dielectrics and oxide film formation for electronic components, refractive index control in ceramics and optical glass, and oxidation reactions in the catalyst field. We have established a stable import procurement system and can flexibly accommodate orders from sample sizes (1kg, 5kg) to mass production scales (tens of MT/year). This product can be supplied in bulk bags (up to 1,050kg/bag), with each package clearly labeled with the product name and lot number, ensuring traceable management. Analysis certificates (COA) and safety data sheets (SDS) are also available. We manage impurities based on international standards, ensuring stable quality for long-term supply. Additionally, it is widely adopted in the field of electronic materials, including aerospace superalloys and high-temperature ceramics.

Tantalum pentoxide (Ta₂O₅) is a white powder oxide with high dielectric constant, heat resistance, and corrosion resistance, making it an important material widely used in industrial fields. This product is of Brazilian origin, STANDARD GRADE (purity of 99.7% or higher, calcined basis), and is available in powder form, ensuring ease of handling and stable quality. Primarily, it is used in metallurgy for the production of metallic tantalum and as a reinforcement material for superalloys. In the field of electronic components, it is utilized in capacitors and high-dielectric oxide film materials. Furthermore, when added to ceramics and special glasses, it enhances heat resistance and mechanical strength, and it also improves the efficiency of oxidation reaction processes in catalytic applications. This product can be supplied in bulk bags, with each pack clearly labeled with the product name and lot number, ensuring thorough traceable management. Certificates of analysis (COA) and safety data sheets (SDS) are also available. Impurity management is conducted based on international standards, ensuring long-term stable supply. It is gaining attention as a high-reliability material in aerospace and energy sectors, with a proven track record of supply to electronic material manufacturers and ceramics manufacturers in Japan through a stable import procurement system.