Green Chemical develops manufacturing technologies to convert non-food biomass sugars into aromatic bio-based chemical intermediates such as HMF and FDCA, targeting bioplastic precursors like PEF. Its core technology—innovative catalysts and production processes—was developed in collaboration with Tokyo Institute of Technology and Tohoku University. The company aims to scale up HMF and FDCA production and to develop conversion routes to higher‑value products. Green Chemical positions its platform to replace petroleum-derived aromatic products and to contribute to regional revitalization and a circular economy using abundant non-food biomass. The firm plans to accelerate research and business development through new hires and bench‑scale demonstration projects with partner companies. It was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Yokohama, Kanagawa.

Total raised

$1M

Funding rounds

1

Latest round

Series A

Latest activity

Feb 2024