Hayabashi Biochemical Labs

Hayashibara is a prominent Japanese biotechnology company specializing in the development and manufacture of functional carbohydrates and bioactive substances. Founded in 1883 and headquartered in Okayama, the company gained international acclaim for its proprietary enzymatic technology used to mass-produce trehalose, a sugar with unique preservative properties. In addition to food and cosmetic ingredients, Hayashibara produces pharmaceutical-grade materials, including high-purity maltose and natural human interferon-alpha. Following its acquisition by Nagase & Co. in 2012, the company continues to innovate in the life sciences sector as a key member of the Nagase Group.