- CEO
- Tatsuyuki Sakoda
- Full Time Employees
- 1,444
- Sector
- Process industries
- Industry
- Chemicals: specialty
- Address
- 4-2-13, Awajimachi Osaka OS Japan 540-8603
- IPO Date
- Jul 27, 1961
- Business
- Chori Co., Ltd. operates a diverse portfolio encompassing textiles, chemicals, and machinery segments across global markets, including China, Japan, Europe, the United States, Hong Kong, and the Middle East. Within its Fibers, Textiles, and Garments division, the company provides a comprehensive array of offerings. This includes various synthetic and natural fiber raw materials, such as polyester and nylon yarns utilized in applications like automotive seating and industrial textiles. It supplies a wide range of woven, knitted, and nonwoven fabrics, including specialized waterproof materials for sportswear, ultra-lightweight and thin textiles, and construction-grade nonwoven sheets for civil engineering and hygienic purposes. Additionally, Chori develops and distributes finished apparel and functional materials for sportswear, innerwear, uniforms, business attire, and traditional garments for various markets. The Chemicals business delivers an extensive selection of raw materials and finished products. These span urethane substances for shock absorption and insulation, a variety of inorganic chemical and metal materials, agricultural and fertilizer components, glass substrates for displays, and critical materials for lithium-ion batteries. It also offers industrial chemicals like phosphoric acid and plastic raw materials, along with pharmaceutical and agrochemical intermediates, functional organic compounds, proteins, sweeteners, and other food-grade chemicals. The company also provides chemical analysis and research and manufacturing outsourcing services. In the Machinery sector, Chori facilitates the sale of transportation equipment, including passenger cars, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Furthermore, it is involved in the export of agricultural machinery, construction equipment, and a wide array of industrial machinery. Established in 1861 as a raw silk wholesaler, Chori Co., Ltd. maintains its headquarters in Osaka, Japan. The company is a consolidated subsidiary of Toray Industries, Inc. Chori is actively pursuing its "Chori Innovation Plan 2025" medium-term management strategy, which emphasizes global consolidated management, the development of sustainable business practices, and adherence to ESG principles, aiming to foster continued growth and value creation.