The leading companies in Japan’s semiconductor manufacturing materials market, their respective strengths and future trends have been compiled. The report introduces the 10 major companies, the outlook for market growth and supply-chain developments in light of geopolitical risks.
Companies identified as leaders in Japan’s semiconductor manufacturing materials market include Shin-Etsu Chemical, SUMCO, JSR, TOKYO OHKA KOGYO, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical, Mitsui Chemicals, FUJIFILM Electronics Materials, Kanto Chemical, ADEKA and Resonac Holdings. By segment, Shin-Etsu Chemical and SUMCO are identified as strong suppliers of silicon wafers, while JSR, TOKYO OHKA and Shin-Etsu Chemical have strengths in photoresists and photosensitive materials.
The companies compete on technological capabilities in areas including high-purity chemicals, etching materials and process chemicals, responding to demand for materials used in advanced semiconductors. The report states that companies with supply capabilities for a diverse range of polymers and specialty chemicals continue to innovate and support Japan’s semiconductor industry.
The market is expected to grow at approximately 5.60% annually, with demand for high-purity photoresists and low-k dielectric films expected to expand as advanced logic and 3D NAND become more widespread. Against a backdrop of geopolitical risk, production is returning to Japan and diversifying across Southeast Asia, making supply-chain strengthening an issue.
On the customer side, quality control that combines higher yields with lower environmental impact, along with stable supply, is being prioritised. Materials manufacturers are required to pursue technological innovation and flexible production systems. Related links are provided for further details and sample requests for the report.