Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Charlotte, North Carolina
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Since 2017
Mitsubishi Chemical America, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, serves as the Americas regional headquarters for the Mitsubishi Chemical Group. The company has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue of $10 billion or more. It is privately held and produces advanced materials, including battery materials, electronic materials, and specialty chemicals, for automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, construction, medical, and military-defense customers. In July 2026, the company announced a $20 million expansion in Reading, Pennsylvania, according to the Reading Eagle.
Mitsubishi Chemical America at a glance
Revenue
$10B+
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
2017
Headquarters
Charlotte, North Carolina
Certifications
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
5098
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Construction
Medical
Military & Defense
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
5098
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
South Korea · Japan · Thailand · Netherlands
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Mitsubishi Chemical America.
What this tells a buyer
The company announced a $20 million expansion in Reading, Pennsylvania in July 2026, as reported by the Reading Eagle and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
The company holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications and offers products including composites, coatings, adhesives, plastics, and extrusion and injection molding services.
The company is part of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group, and in December 2025 the parent group announced plans to strengthen carbon fiber manufacturing capacity in Japan and the United States.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
9 years in operation (founded 2017).
Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Mitsubishi Chemical America, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, serves as the Americas regional headquarters for the Mitsubishi Chemical Group. The company has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue of $10 billion or more. It is privately held and produces advanced materials, including battery materials, electronic materials, and specialty chemicals, for automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, construction, medical, and military-defense customers. In July 2026, the company announced a $20 million expansion in Reading, Pennsylvania, according to the Reading Eagle.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 2017 |
Headquarters | Charlotte, North Carolina |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $10B+ (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What Mitsubishi Chemical America makes
The company holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications and offers products including composites, coatings, adhesives, plastics, and extrusion and injection molding services.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Composite, Coating, Machining, Injection Molding, Assembly, Extrusion, Plastic, Adhesive (source: mitsubishi-chemical.com).
Certifications
Mitsubishi Chemical America is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
AS9100 — mitsubishi-chemical.com
IATF 16949 — mcam.com
ISO 14001 — dqsglobal.com
ISO 9001 — mitsubishi-chemical.com
Trade and customs footprint
The company announced a $20 million expansion in Reading, Pennsylvania in July 2026, as reported by the Reading Eagle and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. US customs bill-of-lading records list 5098 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including South Korea · Japan · Thailand · Netherlands.
Known customers
The counterparties below come from public sources that state the relationship directly. A shared counterparty does not by itself establish a current buying relationship unless the source says so:
Mitsubishi — reported by mitsubishi-chemical.com
Latest developments
2026-08-21 — News & Resources | Mitsubishi Chemical America (mitsubishi-chemical.com)
2026-07-16 — Mitsubishi Chemical announces $20 million Reading expansion (readingeagle.com)
2026-07-08 — Creating Jobs: Gov Shapiro Secures $20.3 Million Investment from Mitsubishi | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (pa.gov)
2026-05-15 — Management Consulting, Market Research Company, Market Research Firms (lucintel.com)
2025-12-15 — Strengthening Carbon Fiber Manufacturing Capacity for High-End Applications in Japan and the United States
| News Releases | Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation (mcgc.com)2025-12-12 — Transfer of Electrolyte Manufacturing Assets in the United States and the United Kingdom | News Releases | Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation (mcgc.com)
Company details
The company is part of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group, and in December 2025 the parent group announced plans to strengthen carbon fiber manufacturing capacity in Japan and the United States. Mitsubishi Chemical America was founded in 2017, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 9 years in operation (founded 2017). Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Mitsubishi Chemical America make?
Mitsubishi Chemical America, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, serves as the Americas regional headquarters for the Mitsubishi Chemical Group. The company has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue of $10 billion or more. It is privately held and produces advanced materials, including battery materials, electronic materials, and specialty chemicals, for automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, construction, medical, and military-defense customers. In July 2026, the company announced a $20 million expansion in Reading, Pennsylvania, according to the Reading Eagle.
Where is Mitsubishi Chemical America headquartered?
Mitsubishi Chemical America is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina (9115 Harris Corners Pkwy, Charlotte, North Carolina, 28269-3787).
When was Mitsubishi Chemical America founded?
Mitsubishi Chemical America was founded in 2017.
How big is Mitsubishi Chemical America?
Mitsubishi Chemical America has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $10B+ range (estimated).
What certifications does Mitsubishi Chemical America hold?
Mitsubishi Chemical America lists AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Mitsubishi Chemical America import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 5098 inbound shipments for Mitsubishi Chemical America, with top origins including South Korea · Japan · Thailand · Netherlands.
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Location & contact
Phone
+1 212-672-9400
Certification
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
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