Tokuyama Strengthens Electronic High-Purity IPA Production Capacity in Taiwan
Tokuyama Corporation has decided to build a second plant for high-purity IPA for electronic industries at its joint venture, FTAC, in Taiwan. The expansion will add 30,000 tons of annual capacity, with operations scheduled to begin in September 2028, aiming to meet the demand from semiconductor miniaturization.
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Tokuyama Corporation decided at its board of directors meeting today to construct a second plant for electronic high-purity isopropyl alcohol (hereinafter "high-purity IPA") at its consolidated subsidiary, Formosa Tokuyama Advanced Chemicals Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "FTAC").
Since establishing FTAC in October 2020 as a joint venture with Formosa Plastics Corporation for the manufacturing and sales of high-purity IPA, the company has developed its business in Taiwan. As the miniaturization and stacking of semiconductor manufacturing processes advance, customer demand for the quality and stable supply of high-purity IPA has further intensified. By leveraging the Tokuyama Group's three strengths in the high-purity IPA business—"proprietary manufacturing technology," "high analytical capability," and "strict quality control know-how"—the company aims to further enhance its market presence by strengthening its stable supply system through the expansion of production capacity.
[Overview of FTAC and the Second Plant Construction Plan]
(1) Name: Formosa Tokuyama Advanced Chemicals Co., Ltd.
(2) Location: Kaohsiung City, Taiwan
(3) Representative: Chairman Guo Wen-Bi, Managing Director Hiroyoshi Honda
(4) Business: Manufacturing and sales of high-purity IPA
(5) Shareholding Ratio: Tokuyama Corporation 50%, Formosa Plastics Corporation 50%
(6) Production Capacity of the Second Plant: 30,000 tons/year
(7) Construction Schedule: Scheduled to begin commercial operation in September 2028
Since establishing FTAC in October 2020 as a joint venture with Formosa Plastics Corporation for the manufacturing and sales of high-purity IPA, the company has developed its business in Taiwan. As the miniaturization and stacking of semiconductor manufacturing processes advance, customer demand for the quality and stable supply of high-purity IPA has further intensified. By leveraging the Tokuyama Group's three strengths in the high-purity IPA business—"proprietary manufacturing technology," "high analytical capability," and "strict quality control know-how"—the company aims to further enhance its market presence by strengthening its stable supply system through the expansion of production capacity.
[Overview of FTAC and the Second Plant Construction Plan]
(1) Name: Formosa Tokuyama Advanced Chemicals Co., Ltd.
(2) Location: Kaohsiung City, Taiwan
(3) Representative: Chairman Guo Wen-Bi, Managing Director Hiroyoshi Honda
(4) Business: Manufacturing and sales of high-purity IPA
(5) Shareholding Ratio: Tokuyama Corporation 50%, Formosa Plastics Corporation 50%
(6) Production Capacity of the Second Plant: 30,000 tons/year
(7) Construction Schedule: Scheduled to begin commercial operation in September 2028
FAQ
What is Tokuyama's IPA production expansion plan in Taiwan?
Constructing a second plant at FTAC, increasing annual capacity by 30,000 tons, starting in 2028.
Why is Tokuyama strengthening IPA production in Taiwan?
To meet rising demands for high-quality IPA stability due to semiconductor manufacturing miniaturization.
What are the strengths of Tokuyama's IPA business?
Proprietary manufacturing technology, high analytical capability, and strict quality control.