Morita Kagaku Kogyo

Morita Kagaku Kogyo is a Japanese specialty chemical company recognized as a global pioneer in the development and commercialization of Stevia-based sweeteners. Founded in 1947, the company was the first in the world to successfully extract and commercialize steviol glycosides from the Stevia rebaudiana plant in the 1970s. Its business focuses on the research, cultivation, and production of high-purity natural sweeteners and plant-derived ingredients for the food, beverage, and health industries. The company maintains a significant intellectual property portfolio regarding Stevia extraction and purification technologies. Morita Kagaku Kogyo plays a critical role in the global supply chain for sugar-reduction solutions aimed at addressing metabolic health issues like diabetes and obesity.