Shin-Etsu Silicones Europe B. V. is a subsidiary of Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., a Japanese chemical company founded in 1926. Shin-Etsu Chemical boasts the world's top share, or the top share in Japan in various sectors, including PVC, semiconductor wafers, and silicones, and employs over 26,000 people worldwide. The company follows a customer-oriented philosophy, with all departments—research and development, sales, and production—working closely together to meet customer demands.
Shin-Etsu Silicones is a leading manufacturer of silicone products, offering a wide range of solutions for various industries worldwide, including healthcare, automotive, electronics, and aerospace. Since the first commercialization of silicones in Japan in 1953, the company has developed over 5,000 products that enhance the performance, reliability, and visual and sensory properties of end products.
Shin-Etsu Silicones has manufacturing facilities and distribution networks in 13 countries worldwide, including Japan, the USA, Europe, and Asia. The company is committed to meeting customer needs through fast, flexible responsiveness and focuses on continuous investments in research and development as well as production capacity. It places great importance on high product quality, environmentally friendly manufacturing processes, and efficient production.