We are Nagase America

COMPANY

We help our partners identify, develop, and expand new business opportunities with solutions that impact growth through innovative problem solving.

Pioneering Tomorrow’s Material Science Solutions, Today

Nagase America LLC is a leader in material science solutions across North America. As a core regional member of the global NAGASE Group, we develop and deliver material science solutions through a blend of deep industry expertise, advanced materials capabilities, and a trusted global network to help our partners grow and innovate globally.

Founded in 1971, Nagase America has been supporting innovation in the Americas for over 50 years, operating across the chemicals, life sciences, functional materials, electronics and mobility industries. Today, our footprint includes 6 regional offices, 9 manufacturing and R&D facilities, and a team of 200+ employees committed to advancing solutions for the future.

The NAGASE Group

Established in 1832, the NAGASE Group is a nearly 200-year-old global organization headquartered in Japan, operating across 106 business locations in 25 countries. With a strong foundation in chemical trading, the NAGASE Group has evolved into a global solution provider in material science, biotechnology, and process innovation, generating over $6B in global revenue annually.

Nagase America plays a key role in the Group’s strategic operations, bringing localized technical expertise and commercial insight to partners across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, backed by the full strength of our global network.

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Our Services & Solutions

We support customers at every stage, from concept to commercialization. Our integrated model enables customers to unlock value across the entire supply chain, from raw materials and R&D to manufacturing and commercialization. Our offerings include:

Specialty Chemical Distribution & Logistics

Access to thousands of specialty and functional materials, supported by expert regulatory guidance, quality assurance, and end-to-end traceability.

Advanced Formulation & Product Development

Ingredient innovation, application testing, and turnkey incubation services, powered by global sourcing and regional labs.

Custom & Flexible Manufacturing

Proprietary technologies in synthesis, blending, and processing with a focus on speed, quality, and sustainability.

Commercial Strategy & Business Development

Market validation, go-to-market support, and scalable supply chain solutions for breakthrough products.

Industries We Serve

Nagase America supports innovation across a wide range of sectors:

Our integrated model enables customers to unlock value across the entire supply chain, from raw materials and R&D to manufacturing and commercialization.

Why Partner with Nagase America

As part of the NAGASE Group, partnering with us provides access to 193 years of expertise, 18,000+ business partners, and a global infrastructure with the agility and service of a local partner.

Our diverse team brings together scientists, engineers, and strategists to understand your unique needs and deliver tangible, long-term value.

We blend creativity with best-in-class R&D, manufacturing, and processing to help you uncover opportunity, and develop new products and business models to stay ahead in an evolving business landscape.

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