Kyowa Chemical Industry

Kyowa Chemical Industry is a Japanese specialty chemical and pharmaceutical company specializing in the development and manufacture of magnesium-based compounds and synthetic hydrotalcites. The company is a global leader in the production of magnesium oxide and magnesium hydroxide, which are utilized as active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for antacids and laxatives, as well as functional excipients. Their flagship pharmaceutical product, Magmit (magnesium oxide), is widely prescribed for the treatment of constipation and gastric acid-related disorders. Beyond healthcare, the company serves various industrial sectors, including plastics and environmental protection, through its high-purity inorganic materials. The company is also recognized for being the first in the world to successfully synthesize hydrotalcite on an industrial scale.