Sumika Covestro Urethane Co., Ltd.
SCU was established in 1969 as a joint venture between Sumitomo Chemical Industries (now Sumitomo Chemical) and Bayer AG (whose shares were later transferred to Bayer MaterialScience, now Covestro Japan). As a leading company in Japan’s polyurethane industry, SCU plays a key role in foam solutions and the coatings and adhesives sectors.
SCU’s polyurethane is widely used in major industries such as electronics, automotive, and furniture. It closely collaborates with the Amagasaki Innovation Center and Covestro’s overseas research and development teams in China, ASEAN, the United States, and Europe to provide cutting-edge technological innovations to customers in Japan.
1
Year of establishment
1
Million JPY Capital
1
%
Covestro share in a JV with Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.
Contact info
Company headquarters
Address
3-13-26 Kukuchi, Amagasaki City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan 661-0977
Phone
06-6497-2300
Fax
06-6495-9461
Access map
Tokyo sales office
Address
KKDX Hamamatsucho Place 3F
1-7-6, Shibakoen, Minato-ku
Tokyo 105-0011
Phone
03-6403-9100
Fax
03-3436-1540
Downloads
Innovation Center
Address
3-13-26 Kukuchi
Amagasaki City
Hyogo Prefecture
Japan 661-0977
Phone
06-6497-2300
Fax
06-6495-9461
Access map
Niihama Plant
Address
1-10-1, Kikumoto-cho, Niihama
Ehime 792-0801
Phone
0897-37-2698
Fax
0897-32-8284
Product information – Polyurethanes
Covestro’s polyurethanes are widely utilized in critical industries such as electronics, automotive, and furniture. We excel in developing efficient, customized solutions that meet our clients' specific needs. This is made possible through the expertise of our Innovation Center in Amagasaki.
We collaborate closely with our research and development centers in China, ASEAN, US and Europe to create cutting-edge innovations and drive technological advancements for our Japanese customers. This commitment enables us to offer advanced and sustainable solutions to address the challenges in your industry.
Key features
- Excellent thermal insulation
- Versatile applications
- Lightweight
- High strength
- Long-lasting durability
Sustainability focus
Covestro proudly utilizes ISCC Plus certified raw materials, ensuring our adherence to international sustainability standards. This certification validates our commitment to sustainable practices on a global scale.
Product information – Coatings and Adhesives
Covestro continuously develops and produces high-quality raw materials for more sustainable coating and adhesive solutions, helping elevate your products to the next level of sustainability. Our solutions are both innovative and environmentally conscious, setting new standards for a greener future.
Applications in various industries
Covestro coating and adhesive solutions are in high demand across a wide range of distinguished industries, such as automotive, construction, textile coatings, wood and furniture, as well as electronics.
Key features
- Excellent corrosion and scratch resistance
- Superior adhesion properties
- High chemical and heat resistance
- Flexible and customizable
Sustainability focus
Covestro is committed to promoting sustainability by offering environmentally- friendly coating and adhesive solutions that make products easier to recycle.
Working at Covestro in Japan
With ca. 400 employees, the Covestro team in Japan is working from six sites, including the Tokyo headquarters, production sites in Niihama, Sakai and Tsukuba, as well as two R&D sites in Amagasaki and Kawasaki. Together we deliver the best material solutions to our customers in the local market to make also Japan a brighter place. Functions range from production operators, chemical engineers, sales & marketing and other administrative roles.
A selection of opening positions in Japan are shared here. Why don’t you have a look to see whether there is a match for you and our company?
