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They are at time.com/newsletters and are separate from a paid subscription.  Haruo Kato (Right) – Chairman, Yuichiro Kato (Left) – President, Nissin Kagaku Kenkyusho Co., Ltd. Haruo Kato (Right) – Chairman, Yuichiro Kato (Left) – President, Nissin Kagaku Kenkyusho Co., Ltd. Within the world of chemistry, enzymes are increasingly seen as the key to solving many industrial and environmental challenges. The human use of biological catalysts goes back centuries, often unknowingly, helping to brew beverages, create fertilizers and develop early pharmaceutical products. As sustainability now plays a major role in business decisions, companies in the chemicals sector are now going back to their roots—making use of naturally derived enzymes in favor of harsh artificial chemicals. One such firm is Japan’s Nissin Kagaku Kenkyusho. Founded almost one hundred years ago in rural Ehime Prefecture, Nissin’s history began with producing agents for the burgeoning pulp and paper industries and now extends into new areas, including cosmetics and other consumer products. Headed by a father-son duo, Haruo and Yuichiro Kato, serving as chairman and president of the company, respectively, the firm is positioning itself as a “biochemical assistant,” providing solutions based on its extensive expertise. “We are dedicated to solving the challenges manufacturers face through chemical approaches,” said Chairman Kato. Enzymes are essential in recycling waste paper through biological means, and in recent years, Nissin has seen remarkable growth around this use case. “We receive a large number of inquiries related to sustainable products, particularly those that contribute to recycling. Many clients ask us to develop solutions that can bring waste materials back to their virgin state, allowing them to be reused,” Kato said. Nissin’s unique silicone-dissolving technology allows for quick and efficient cleaning of machinery in the molding industry, saving both time and labor. Similarly, its pitch control agents, developed from decades of experience in the paper industry, improve product quality. “It is essential first to remove stains from the waste paper. These stains generate sticky substances, known as pitch, which not only impacts product quality, but also cause significant challenges during manufacturing. Our pitch control method addresses this problem effectively,” Kato said. Looking ahead, Nissin has set its eyes on the global market for expansion, with a new dedicated division handling overseas trade. “We are establishing strategic partnerships with companies in Asia and Europe,” said President Kato. “Although still in early stages, we expect our collaborations to support important export activities, enabling us to bring overseas products to Japan and to market our products internationally. 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