At a glance
- Japanese name
- 株式会社ダイセル
- Established
- 1919
- Location
- Osaka
- English support
- Available
- Export experience
- Global
- Certifications
- ISO
- Website
- www.daicel.com/en
Editor's scoring
Overall 17/25 (68%)
- English supportStrong
- Export experienceAdequate
- Certification breadthLimited
- MOQ flexibilityStrong
- Lead timeStrong
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About
Global chemical company (founded 1919) and major manufacturer of konjac ceramide (FFC-eligible functional ingredient). Developed high-purity ceramide extraction from konjac corms, which contain 7-15× higher ceramide concentration than other plant sources (rice, corn, soybean). 'Edible ceramide' positioning — safe for tablets, confectionery, beverages, textile materials, and bath products. Activates ceramide synthesis gene via sphingoid bases; promotes epidermal ceramide production.
Ingredients offered
- GlossaryActive component4 suppliers
Konjac Ceramide
こんにゃくセラミド
Plant-type ceramide (glucosylceramide) extracted from konjac corms. Konjac contains 7-15× higher ceramide concentration than rice or corn sources, making it the most cost-effective feedstock for plant ceramide extraction.
Gunma (Shibukawa, Shimonita), Saitama (Yoshikawa)MOQ 100 g – 10 kg (3% powder)
Track record
Client types served
- Established Japanese brands and OEMs
How to talk to Daicel Corporation
- Email inquiry
- ✓ Available
- Video meeting (Japan hours)
- ✓ Available
- Video meeting (EU hours)
- ✗ Not available
- Video meeting (US hours)
- ✗ Not available
- In-person at their facility (Japan)
- ✓ By appointment
- Overseas in-person
- Conditional — major exhibitions (in-cosmetics, Cosmoprof, FOODEX) and select trade missions
- Languages
- English, 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 Daicel Corporation
Q. What does Daicel Corporation produce?
Daicel Corporation is listed on this platform with 1 ingredient for overseas B2B sourcing. Their listed categories include cosmetic raw materials. Examples include Konjac Ceramide.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
- Daicel Corporation official site
Q. Where is Daicel Corporation located, and how does that affect shipping?
Daicel Corporation is based in Osaka, Japan (established 1919). 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 Daicel Corporation support overseas buyers in English?
Yes. Daicel Corporation is set up to communicate with overseas buyers in English. Initial inquiries are routed through OEM JAPAN's operator team to ensure clear specification handoff.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
Q. What certifications and export experience does Daicel Corporation have?
Daicel Corporation holds ISO. They have prior export experience (markets served include: Global).
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
Q. What's the inquiry process for Daicel Corporation?
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 Daicel Corporation 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