Toyobo Life Science
Toyobo is a company with a rich history of over 140 years, evolving from a cotton-spinning mill to a producer of high-performance materials across various sectors including Films, Life Science, Environmental and Functional Materials, and Functional Textiles and Trading. Guided by its corporate philosophy of 'Jun-Ri-Soku-Yu' (Adhering to reason leads to prosperity), Toyobo aims to create solutions needed by people and the earth, contributing to a sustainable society and continuous innovation. The company emphasizes ethical practices, compliance, and sustainability, and has a global presence with numerous facilities and subsidiaries worldwide.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
small (1-50)
Toyobo Life Science
Osaka Umeda Twin Towers South, 1-13-1 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0001, Japan
Products
RO membrane modules for seawater desalination
Cellulose-triacetate-based reverse osmosis membrane modules for single-pass seawater desalination plants, designed to reduce bio-fouling through chlorine resistance.
Hollow fiber membranes for hemodialysis
Hollow fiber membranes with controlled micropore structures for use in hemodialyzers and medical separation applications.
Thin-gauge packaging and shrink films (including recycled-content films)
Heat-shrinkable PET and OPP films for labels and packaging, including formulations designed for recyclability and partial recycled feedstock.
Automated gene analysis and laboratory analyzers
Fully automated gene analysis systems and compact chemiluminescent autoanalyzers intended for molecular diagnostics and clinical testing workflows.
Absorbable nerve regeneration conduit
Design and supply of absorbable medical conduits filled with collagen for peripheral nerve regeneration.
Bone regeneration inducing materials
Materials and formulations intended to promote bone regeneration, developed and approved for clinical use.
RO membrane modules for seawater desalination
Cellulose-triacetate-based reverse osmosis membrane modules for single-pass seawater desalination plants, designed to reduce bio-fouling through chlorine resistance.
Hollow fiber membranes for hemodialysis
Hollow fiber membranes with controlled micropore structures for use in hemodialyzers and medical separation applications.
Thin-gauge packaging and shrink films (including recycled-content films)
Heat-shrinkable PET and OPP films for labels and packaging, including formulations designed for recyclability and partial recycled feedstock.
Automated gene analysis and laboratory analyzers
Fully automated gene analysis systems and compact chemiluminescent autoanalyzers intended for molecular diagnostics and clinical testing workflows.
Absorbable nerve regeneration conduit
Design and supply of absorbable medical conduits filled with collagen for peripheral nerve regeneration.
Bone regeneration inducing materials
Materials and formulations intended to promote bone regeneration, developed and approved for clinical use.
Services
Contract production of enzymes, proteins and related biochemical products at dedicated biochemical plants and incubation facilities.
Production and global supply of RO and FO membrane modules for seawater desalination and water treatment projects.
Design, manufacture and distribution of in-vitro diagnostic reagents including PCR enzymes, antigen/antibody test reagents and related controls.
Contract production of enzymes, proteins and related biochemical products at dedicated biochemical plants and incubation facilities.
Production and global supply of RO and FO membrane modules for seawater desalination and water treatment projects.
Design, manufacture and distribution of in-vitro diagnostic reagents including PCR enzymes, antigen/antibody test reagents and related controls.
Expertise Areas
- Film manufacturing and packaging materials
- Membrane technology and water treatment
- Life-science reagents and in vitro diagnostics
- Biomaterials and regenerative medicine
Key Technologies
- Hollow fiber membrane fabrication
- Reverse osmosis membrane modules
- Forward osmosis membrane technology
- Microphase separation and pore control
News & Updates
Toyobo collaborates with DMC Biotechnologies Inc. to develop and commercialize sustainable, key compounds for plastic raw materials.
Toyobo Group releases its comprehensive sustainability report for 2024.
Toyobo's forest in Aya-no-Mori is registered as an OECM in an international database, reflecting its commitment to biodiversity.
Toyobo celebrates 140 years with a new logo and monument, symbolizing its commitment to going beyond horizons and creating solutions for the future.
ISO Certifications Achieved
Toyobo has obtained ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 13485 certifications across various facilities, demonstrating its commitment to quality, safety, and environmental management.
Recognition for Recyclability of Products
Toyobo's products such as SC836-20 PET film and ReCrysta PET film received recognition for APR Design® for Recyclability.
Toyobo collaborates with DMC Biotechnologies Inc. to develop and commercialize sustainable, key compounds for plastic raw materials.
Toyobo Group releases its comprehensive sustainability report for 2024.
Toyobo's forest in Aya-no-Mori is registered as an OECM in an international database, reflecting its commitment to biodiversity.
Toyobo celebrates 140 years with a new logo and monument, symbolizing its commitment to going beyond horizons and creating solutions for the future.
ISO Certifications Achieved
Toyobo has obtained ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 13485 certifications across various facilities, demonstrating its commitment to quality, safety, and environmental management.
Recognition for Recyclability of Products
Toyobo's products such as SC836-20 PET film and ReCrysta PET film received recognition for APR Design® for Recyclability.