Development and Expansion of Plastic Additives for a Sustainable Society - Bicchemie

Multifunctional graft polymer SCONA with high molecular design freedom: compatibility of thermoplastic resin compounds, enhancement of adhesion between dissimilar materials, and viscosity adjustment.

Features of SCONA - A wide range of products composed of various backbone polymers and graft monomers Main chain polymers: PE, EVA, POE, SEBS, PP, PLA, PET, etc. Graft groups: MAH (maleic anhydride) AA (acrylic acid) GMA (glycidyl methacrylate) PS (styrene), etc. - Product design that utilizes the inherent properties of backbone polymers with minimal thermal history Mechanical strength, fluidity, low VOC/graft monomer residue, etc. - High grafting amount = effectiveness with low additive amount - Supplied in pellet and powder form = compatibility with production lines

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For improving the appearance of automotive interior materials and EM wire insulation materials! BYK-MAX ASC 4181

BYK's scratch-resistant additive solution - BYK's unique scratch-resistant additive is particularly effective against scratches - Compared to erucic acid, there is less bleeding

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Ideal for VOC and odor reduction in olefin-based plastics and elastomers! BYK-MAX P 4200, BYK-MAX OR series.

Features of BYK-MAX P 4200: - Retains water in the PP carrier through BYK's unique technology - Forms microbubbles that are wet with VOCs and odor components during the extrusion process, which are released through vacuum degassing - Easy to use without the need for capital investment! Features of BYK-MAX OR 4207 / BYK-MAX OR 4206: - Masterbatches containing adsorptive components of OR 4207 (PP carrier) and OR 4206 (PE carrier) - Effective against odor components such as acids, sulfur-based, and nitrogen-based - Recommended to be added during compounding, but also effective when added during drive blend in injection molding

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Optimal formulation components for water-based mold release agents used in aluminum die casting. It is used in a wide range of applications.

HORDAMER PE 02: - Release agent primary polyethylene dispersion for metal die casting - Improvement of surface protection for water-based care products and adhesion strength of emulsion adhesives - Anti-caking (anti-clumping) agent for thermoplastic resins and hot melt adhesives - Wetting dispersant for thermoplastic color masterbatches

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Organic modified layered silicates (clay materials) that impart reinforcing effects to thermoplastic compounds.

BYK-MAX CT 4270 allows for improvements in low density, surface appearance, flow length, dimensional stability, and scratch resistance by being added to TPO or polyolefin compounds in amounts of less than 10 weight percent, preferably less than 6 weight percent. It also enhances mechanical properties such as tensile strength. The intended applications are inorganic fillers or glass-filled compounds for TPO-based automotive parts. Unlike other commercially available clay products, BYK-MAX CT 4270 is based on mixed-form clay technology, which facilitates easy dispersion. The organic modification of BYK-MAX CT 4270 is designed to withstand thermal history in the compound. Our proprietary mixed-form clay exhibits excellent dispersibility. Additionally, changes in melt rheology can improve flow length within the mold and reduce resin temperature, leading to shorter cycle times. In composite formulations, a resin-rich surface is often observed. While increasing tensile strength, it is important to note that BYK-MAX CT 4270 may reduce impact strength. To avoid this, a comprehensive evaluation of the entire formulation is necessary. Blending with impact modifiers in the base resin is crucial for achieving the final performance results.

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Non-halogen flame-retardant thermoplastic plastic flame retardant additive. Layered silicate (clay) filler that improves gas barrier properties.

BYK-MAX CT 4260 improves flame retardant properties by promoting dripping suppression and char formation, making it suitable for use in halogen-free flame-retardant thermoplastic compounds. BYK-MAX CT 4260 can reduce the amount of fillers such as aluminum hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide. This results in improved processing characteristics and physical properties, as well as a reduction in the weight of the compound. The barrier properties against oxygen, water vapor, and hydrocarbons can be enhanced by using BYK-MAX CT 4260. In bioplastics such as thermoplastic plastics and polylactic acid (PLA), the melt viscosity increases, allowing for improved dimensional stability during extrusion.

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Organic modified phyllosilicate (clay) fillers that improve the mechanical properties and gas barrier performance of thermoplastic compounds for applications such as films and automobiles.

BYK-MAX CT 4255 is a type of inorganic filler designed as an additive for thermoplastic compounds to improve mechanical properties such as tensile strength and gas barrier properties. Depending on the type of gas, it can reduce permeability by up to 40%. Due to its unique organic modification, it exhibits high thermal stability during processing.

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In public construction civil engineering sites, there are many instances where sheets are used as common temporary facilities, such as construction roads, access roads, heavy machinery work yards, material storage areas, and worker pathways. Traditionally, steel plates were common, but due to their weight, transportation and installation can be cumbersome. Hyper CLT sheets are civil engineering materials made from wooden CLT for civil engineering use. The 5×10 sheet weighs about 230 kg, and the 5×20 sheet weighs about 460 kg, making them lightweight and easy to transport, install, and remove, even with small machinery. They can be widely utilized for temporary roads, heavy machinery scaffolding, pathways within the site, and protection of material storage in public works. Since they are made of wood, they also contribute to environmental aspects such as reducing summer heat reflection, lowering noise, and fixing CO2. They can simultaneously address construction efficiency, safety measures, and environmental considerations, making them effective for innovative proposals in public works. Furthermore, they improve transportation efficiency and reduce labor in site operations as an alternative to steel plates. Hyper CLT sheets are registered technology with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism under NETIS "TH-250021-A." They are recommended for companies considering civil engineering, civil engineering use, and civil engineering CLT. Feel free to request materials or consult about implementation. They are temporary materials that also help improve site evaluations in public works. Please consider them.

We have released a new video on our company’s YouTube channel. The theme of this video is "The World of Amino Acid-Based Shampoos." Amino acid-based shampoos have become popular in recent years, but the lather, feel, and finish can vary greatly depending on the cleansing ingredients used. In this video, we clearly explain the changes in user experience based on the differences in cleansing ingredients by comparing two types of amino acid-based shampoos. We hope you can use this as a hint for developing original shampoos and differentiation.

New York and Tokyo, June 26, 2026 - (JCN Newswire) - This year's successful listing of PayPay Corporation (hereinafter "PayPay") on NASDAQ has provided a significant boost. The question now facing Japan's leading innovation companies is no longer "Is a U.S. listing feasible?" but rather "How can we attract global capital and build companies that align with global growth strategies?" The 2nd Japan Go IPO Summit will be held on September 16, 2026, at the Grand Hyatt Tokyo to address this question. This summit is hosted by MarcumAsia and organized by AUM Advisors. To register for this invitation-only event, please apply here: Japan GO IPO Summit Attendee Information https://events.marcumasia.com/view.php?id=32

Our company representative, Shibata, will be speaking as a lecturer at the "Mikata Project" AI Utilization Seminar for the automotive industry, hosted by the Chubu Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry. ■ Title: AI Implementation Course Leading to Results - Learning Success Patterns and Practical Processes from Real Examples in Manufacturing Sites "We implemented AI, but it is not being used on-site and is left unattended" and "The implementation has become the goal without yielding results" - we have seen many such stumbling blocks in manufacturing sites. In the seminar, based on real examples, we will discuss common patterns for successful implementation that lead to results, pitfalls to avoid, and practical processes to ensure AI is continuously used. We will also propose specific measures for sites struggling with technology transfer and dependency on individuals. ■ Event Overview Date: July 3, 2026 (Friday) 13:30 - 16:00 Venue: TKP Meitetsu Nagoya Station Conference Center + Online Participation Fee: Free / Application Deadline: June 30 (Tuesday) Organizer: Chubu Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry (Automotive Industry "Mikata Project") Co-presenter: Satoru Hayami, Waseda University For details and registration, please visit the official page of the Chubu Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry. If you are struggling with AI implementation in manufacturing sites, please feel free to consult us, regardless of region or industry.

July 16 (Thursday) 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Venue: Convex Okayama Small Exhibition Hall