Corporate Overview

Chemical-Navi® is operated by Nikko Chemicals, a member of NIKKOL GROUP. Over many years, we have expanded our technological base and contributed to the interface and colloid chemistry fields by incorporating the latest technologies and continuing research and development.

  1. 1. Pioneering Surface Chemistry
  2. 2. Diverse Operations
  3. 3. Social Responsibility
  4. 4. Production History

1. Pioneering Surface Chemistry

Since 1951, when we produced Japan's first non-ionic surfactant, we have been relentless in research and technological development. These many years committed to interface and colloid chemistry and producing high-quality surfactants have enabled us to make meaningful contributions to humanity on a global scale.

Our Open Laboratory

Since 1976 NIKKOL GROUP has operated an open laboratory to provide our customers with training and research assistance. We offer a diverse curriculum ranging from introductory training for cosmetics technicians to advanced concept development, product design, and formulation development. Our experts are also available to help solve technical challenges.

R&D / Business Support

2. The NIKKOL GROUP

NIKKOL GROUP is comprised of companies with representatives in major cities worldwide. Our global network catches market needs in real time. In a wide range of fields, such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and foods, we continue to develop, produce, and supply innovative products with superior functionality and value, always looking ahead to the future.

Group Companies & Business Domains

Affiliated Company

Our Global Network

Nikko Chemicals is constantly acquiring cutting-edge technologies and superior ingredients through technical exchanges worldwide. Our Japan headquarters, Singapore plant, and China operations enable us to provide comprehensive support to customers targeting Asian markets.
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Our Production & Distribution Bases

  • The first overseas production base of NIKKOL GROUP was established in Singapore's Jurong Industrial Estate. Utilizing the abundant plant resources in the region, we manufacture highly safe surfactants under strict quality control and provide them to markets worldwide.

  • Our subsidiary in Shanghai provides ingredients to customers developing cosmetics businesses that serve the Chinese market. Our Shanghai Open Laboratory offers training for our customers' engineers and information on ingredients and formulations.

3. Our Commitment to Social Responsibility

As a member of NIKKOL GROUP, we at Nikko Chemicals take a proactive approach to corporate social responsibility (CSR), anticipating problems and taking concrete action to tackle them.

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4. Production History

  • 1st in Japan
  • 1st Globally
  • Awarded

  1. Developed first nonionic surfactant

  2. Developed oilsoluble derivative of vitamins C and B

  3. Developed homogenous polyoxyethylene nonion surfactant

  4. Development and launch of alkyl glyceryl ethers

  5. Developed hydrogenated and hydroxylated lecithins

  6. Utilized liposome in personal beauty cosmetics

  7. Commercialized NIKKOL VC-PMG (watersoluble vitamin C derivative)

  8. Launched first NIKKOL NIKKOMULESE series (NIKKOL NIKKOMULESE 41)

  9. Launched NIKKOL VC-IP (oil-soluble vitamin C derivative)

  10. NIKKOL VC-IP EX got approval for quasi-drugs

  11. Awarded Podium Award at IFSCC Paris (NIKKOL ZINC GLYCINE COMPLEX)

  12. First sustainable commercial ester series (NIKKOL GS series)

  13. Awarded bronze at in-cosmetics Asia (NIKKOL NIKKOFINE LW)

  14. Awarded silver at in-cosmetics Global (Meguri)

  15. Awarded silver at in-cosmetics Global (IROODORI)

  16. Awarded gold at in-cosmetics Asia (ARON NTZ)

  17. Awarded silver at in-cosmetics Global (AUROVISCO™ CS)

  18. BR-nSYseries were provided for EDDI project of European Space Agency (ESA)