At a glance
- Japanese name
- appcycle 株式会社
- Established
- 2021
- Location
- Aomori
- English support
- Inquire via operator
- Export experience
- Inquire via operator
- Website
- appcycle.jp
Editor's scoring
Overall 9/25 (36%)
- English supportMinimal
- Export experienceMinimal
- Certification breadthMinimal
- MOQ flexibilityAdequate
- Lead timeAdequate
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About
Aomori-based startup developing 'RINGO-TEX®' — eco-friendly synthetic leather made from 72% upcycled apple waste (discarded apples and pomace from apple juice production). Significantly reduced petroleum-derived polyurethane use and CO2 emissions vs traditional synthetic leather. 100% vegan/animal-welfare compliant. Adopted by ANA special aircraft and various brands. Comprehensive cooperation agreement with Hirosaki City (November 2024 — first startup to do so). Received Mizuho Bank debt financing as the bank's first-ever direct financing to an Aomori seed-stage startup.
Ingredients offered
- GlossaryActive component3 suppliers
Apple Ceramide
リンゴセラミド
Glucosylceramide extracted from apple pomace (juice-extraction residue). Developed through Hirosaki University research as an upcycling material that transforms apple processing waste into premium cosmetic and food ingredients.
Aomori Prefecture (Hirosaki, Kuroishi, Aomori City)MOQ 100 g – 10 kg (extract); 1-10 kg (powder)
How to talk to appcycle Inc.
- Email inquiry
- ✓ Available
- Video meeting (Japan hours)
- ✗ Not available
- Video meeting (EU hours)
- ✗ Not available
- Video meeting (US hours)
- ✗ Not available
- In-person at their facility (Japan)
- ✓ By appointment
- Overseas in-person
- Not standard — overseas meetings via OEM JAPAN's operator team
- Languages
- Japanese
- Preferred first contact
- Email via OEM JAPAN inquiry form with company profile, target market, and indicative volume
Information based on public sources, manufacturer verification pending
FAQ about appcycle Inc.
Q. What does appcycle Inc. produce?
appcycle Inc. is listed on this platform with 1 ingredient for overseas B2B sourcing. Their listed categories include cosmetic raw materials. Examples include Apple Ceramide.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
- appcycle Inc. official site
Q. Where is appcycle Inc. located, and how does that affect shipping?
appcycle Inc. is based in Aomori, Japan (established 2021). Most Japanese manufacturers ship internationally via Tokyo, Osaka, or Yokohama ports; expect 4–8 weeks typical lead time for production and 2–4 weeks for ocean freight to North America/Europe.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
- Industry knowledge — Japanese export logistics
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Q. Does appcycle Inc. support overseas buyers in English?
appcycle Inc. primarily operates in Japanese. OEM JAPAN's operator team handles inquiry translation, specification documentation, and ongoing communication on behalf of overseas buyers — no Japanese language capability required from your side.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
Q. What's the inquiry process for appcycle Inc.?
Submit an inquiry through OEM JAPAN's form on this page describing your target product, target market, MOQ, and timeline. The operator team verifies the inquiry, contacts appcycle Inc. on your behalf, and returns with availability, pricing, lead time, and required documentation. There is no direct fee for buyers using this matching service.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — buyer guide
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Last updated: 2026-04-24