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About UBE

UBE is a manufacturer that produces chemical products and machinery. In particular, its chemical business spans from basic chemical products to advanced high-performance materials. It was founded in 1897 (Meiji 30) in Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. Today, the company delivers products and services from its factories and offices both in Ube City and around the world.

  • Company Information
  • History of UBE
  • UBE's Work
  • Global Expansion/Sales Ratio
  • Future Prospects of UBE

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Company Info

UBE's products are widely utilized in a range of fields, from everyday items such as automotive parts, digital home appliances, pharmaceuticals, and household goods, to social infrastructure development, including infrastructure structures and buildings.

Founded 1897 (Meiji 30) Founded in Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture! Founded 1897 (Meiji 30) Founded in Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture!

History

UBE employees are active all over the world! Employees 7,563 As of the end of March 2025 UBE employees are active all over the world! Employees 7,563 As of the end of March 2025

Consolidated Subsidiary 34 companies Engaging in vigorous activities, establishing an organic cooperation system with UBE at its core. Consolidated Subsidiary 34 companies Engaging in vigorous activities, establishing an organic cooperation system with UBE at its core.

Group Companies

Listed Exchange Tokyo Stock ExchangeListed on the Prime Market Securities Code　4208 Listed Exchange Tokyo Stock ExchangeListed on the Prime Market Securities Code　4208

Stocks and Bonds

Sales Approx. 486.8 billion yen Fiscal Year 2024 Sales Approx. 486.8 billion yen Fiscal Year 2024

Operating Profit Approx. 18 billion yen Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Profit Approx. 18 billion yen Fiscal Year 2024

Global Market Share No.1 Polyimide Film COF Applications for LCD Displays Global Market Share No.1 Polyimide Film COF Applications for LCD Displays

Research and Development Expenses Approx. 9.9 billion yen Fiscal Year 2024 Research and Development Expenses Approx. 9.9 billion yen Fiscal Year 2024

Number of Businesses 17 Number of Businesses 17

List of Products

ROS 3.7% Fiscal Year 2024 ROS 3.7% Fiscal Year 2024

Annual Paid Leave Utilization Rate 88.3% Fiscal Year 2024, single Annual Paid Leave Utilization Rate 88.3% Fiscal Year 2024, single

Average number of days of childcare leave taken by male employees 26.8 days Fiscal Year 2024, single Average number of days of childcare leave taken by male employees 26.8 days Fiscal Year 2024, single

OFF-JT Investment per Employee 205,000 yen Fiscal Year 2024, single OFF-JT Investment per Employee 205,000 yen Fiscal Year 2024, single

Ratio of Female New Hires in General Positions. 28.6% Fiscal Year 2024, single Ratio of Female New Hires in General Positions. 28.6% Fiscal Year 2024, single

Turnover Rate 1.5% Fiscal Year 2024, single Turnover Rate 1.5% Fiscal Year 2024, single

Initiatives for the Global Environment UBE Group GHG Emission Reduction Target Compared to Fiscal Year 2013 FY2030 Target -50% FY2028 Target Achieved -65% FY2035 Target -70% Initiatives for the Global Environment UBE Group GHG Emission Reduction Target Compared to Fiscal Year 2013 FY2030 Target -50% FY2028 Target Achieved -65% FY2035 Target -70%

Sales Ratio of Environmental Contribution Products and Technologies 45% Fiscal Year 2024 Sales Ratio of Environmental Contribution Products and Technologies 45% Fiscal Year 2024

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History of UBE

The UBE Group has continuously marked a history of transformation, adapting to changes in the times and industrial structure.

1897 Anonymous Partnership Okino-Yama Coal Mine 1914 Anonymous Partnership Ube Shinkawa Ironworks 1923 Ube Cement Manufacturing Co., Ltd. 1933 Ube Nitrogen Industry Co., Ltd. 1942 Joint Ventures Ube Industries, Ltd. Established Chemical Business Machinery Business Ube Industries Machinery Co., Ltd. Group Cement-Related Business 2022 Renamed to New UBE UBE/UBECoporation UBE Mitsubishi Chemical Business Machinery Business UBE Machinery Group Co., Ltd. Cement-Related Business＋Mitsubishi Materials Corporation セメント関連事業 Cement Corporation Mitsubishi Cement Corporation Cement-Related Business 50% Equity-Method Affiliate

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UBE's Work

We handle a wide range of products, with a focus on the chemical business.

Two colorful donut charts comparing UBE Corporation's sales and operating profit by business segment for fiscal year 2024. The left chart shows sales of 486.8 billion yen divided into Resins and Chemicals 53 percent, Machinery 17 percent, Functional Products 13 percent, Others 8 percent, Pharmaceutical 6 percent, and High-performance Polyurethane 3 percent. The right chart shows operating profit of 18 billion yen divided into Functional Products 53 percent, Machinery 36 percent, Others 9 percent, and Pharmaceutical 5 percent. The charts use distinct colors for each segment and include clear percentage labels. The environment is clean and professional with a focus on financial performance. The tone is informative and businesslike. Text at the bottom notes that the composition ratio is calculated excluding the adjustment amount. Two colorful donut charts comparing UBE Corporation's sales and operating profit by business segment for fiscal year 2024. The left chart shows sales of 486.8 billion yen divided into Resins and Chemicals 53 percent, Machinery 17 percent, Functional Products 13 percent, Others 8 percent, Pharmaceutical 6 percent, and High-performance Polyurethane 3 percent. The right chart shows operating profit of 18 billion yen divided into Functional Products 53 percent, Machinery 36 percent, Others 9 percent, and Pharmaceutical 5 percent. The charts use distinct colors for each segment and include clear percentage labels. The environment is clean and professional with a focus on financial performance. The tone is informative and businesslike. Text at the bottom notes that the composition ratio is calculated excluding the adjustment amount.

  • Functional Products

    • ・Polyimide
    • ・Separation Membranes
    • ・Ceramics (Silicon Nitride)
    • ・Separators
    • ・Phenolic Resin
    • ・Semiconductor Gas

  • High-Performance Polyurethane

    • ・Urethane Systems
    • ・High-Performance Coatings

  • Pharmaceutical

    • ・Pharmaceutical

  • Resins & Chemicals

    • ・Composites
    • ・Nylon Polymers
    • ・Caprolactam & Ammonium Sulfate
    • ・Industrial Chemicals
    • ・C1 Chemicals
    • ・Elastomers (Synthetic Rubber)

  • Machinery

    • ・Molding Machines
    • ・Industrial Machinery

  • Others

    • ・Electric Power

List of Products

  • Digitalization of Society

    World's Top Market Share

    Polyimide Film

    COF Applications for LCD Displays

  • Contribution to Environment and Energy

    Track Record of Over 200 Plants Globally

    Separation Membranes

    CO2 Separation Membranes for Biomethane Production

  • Electrification of Automobiles

    Top Manufacturer in High-End Fields

    Ceramics (Silicon Nitride)

    For Bearings Used in Electric Vehicle Motors
    For Heat Dissipation Circuit Boards in Inverters

    The only domestic manufacturer

    DMC (Dimethyl Carbonate)

    Electrolyte Material for Lithium-Ion Batteries
    Main Material for Semiconductor Photoresist Developer

  • Supporting People's Lives

    World's Top Market Share

    PCD (Polycarbonate Diol)

    Raw Material for High-Grade Urethane Resins (such as Synthetic Leather)

  • Supporting People's Lives

    Jointly Developed Pharmaceuticals with Pharmaceutical Companies: Four Drugs Launched

    Drug Discovery Research and CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization for Pharmaceuticals)

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Global Expansion/Sales Ratio

The UBE Group has established major manufacturing bases, including a cluster of factories in Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, as well as in Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture, and Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture. Internationally, the company has key production sites in Spain and Thailand, with additional sales offices across the world, including China and the United States, delivering high-quality products and services globally.

Overseas sales ratio 52% Other(U.S.A., etc.) Asia(Thailand, etc.) Europe(Spain, etc.) Overseas sales ratio 52% Other(U.S.A., etc.) Asia(Thailand, etc.) Europe(Spain, etc.)

Locations

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Future Prospects of UBE

With a spirit of exploration and innovation in technology, we create value that leads to the future and contribute to the development of society.

Infographic showing UBE Corporation's sales and operating profit targets for fiscal years 2024, 2030, and 2035-2040. Three vertical bar graphs represent each period, with blue markers highlighting key figures. FY2024 Results: Sales 486.8 billion yen, Operating Profit 18 billion yen. FY2030 Plan: Sales 550 billion yen, Operating Profit 60 billion yen. FY2035-2040 Target: Sales 1 trillion yen, Operating Profit 100 billion yen. The left side lists Sales Target 1 Trillion Yen and Operating Profit Target 100 Billion Yen. The background is light blue with upward arrows, conveying a positive and ambitious tone focused on growth and future goals. Infographic showing UBE Corporation's sales and operating profit targets for fiscal years 2024, 2030, and 2035-2040. Three vertical bar graphs represent each period, with blue markers highlighting key figures. FY2024 Results: Sales 486.8 billion yen, Operating Profit 18 billion yen. FY2030 Plan: Sales 550 billion yen, Operating Profit 60 billion yen. FY2035-2040 Target: Sales 1 trillion yen, Operating Profit 100 billion yen. The left side lists Sales Target 1 Trillion Yen and Operating Profit Target 100 Billion Yen. The background is light blue with upward arrows, conveying a positive and ambitious tone focused on growth and future goals.

With a spirit of exploration and innovation in technology,
we create value that leads to the future
and contribute to the development of society.