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TDK and Nippon Chemical Industrial Are Considering MLCC Material Joint Venture
Monday, December 1, 2025 at 10:40 AM
The companies are reportedly evaluating the establishment of a joint venture to develop and produce materials for Multi-Layer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCCs). This partnership is intended to combine their respective strengths to accelerate product development.
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On November 27, 2025, electronics component giant TDK signed a basic agreement with specialty chemical manufacturer Nippon Chemical Industrial to explore establishing a joint venture. The potential partnership will focus on the development of electronic component materials and manufacturing processes, specifically the ceramic materials used in multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs). This move combines TDK's extensive experience in electronic components with Nippon Chemical's 130-year history in inorganic chemicals.
For investors, this signals a strategic effort by TDK to vertically integrate and secure its supply chain for critical components. The stated goal is to accelerate research and development, shortening the lead time from prototyping to market launch. This is crucial for meeting the surging demand for high-performance MLCCs driven by the AI and electric vehicle markets. By combining their expertise, the companies aim to create a system that can respond more rapidly to customer needs in these fast-growing sectors.
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