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Daicel Corporation, commonly referred to as Daicel, is a prominent Japanese company specialising in chemicals and related products. Headquartered in Japan, the firm operates across various regions, serving global markets with a focus on innovation and quality. Established in 1919, Daicel has a long-standing history of advancing chemical technologies and expanding its product portfolio.
The company’s core business areas include the production of cellulose derivatives, functional materials, and safety systems such as airbags and automotive components. What sets Daicel apart is its commitment to safety, sustainability, and technological excellence, making it a trusted name in the chemicals sector. With a strong market position and notable achievements in chemical manufacturing, Daicel continues to play a vital role in the development of advanced materials and safety solutions worldwide.
40
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+8 vs industry average
Daicel’s score of 40 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.523
20182025
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Scope 2
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Daicel's reported carbon emissions
Daicel, a Chemicals nec company based in Japan, reported its latest Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2025 as 2.31 billion kg CO2e. This follows 2.27 billion kg CO2e in 2024, 2.34 billion kg CO2e in 2023, and 2.35 billion kg CO2e in 2022.
Daicel has committed to several climate targets. The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050.
In terms of near-term targets, Daicel commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50.4% by FY2030 from a FY2018 base year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel- and energy-related activities, and upstream transportation and distribution by 30.0% within the same timeframe.
For long-term targets, Daicel is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90.0% by FY2050 from a FY2018 base year. Specifically, this includes a 90.0% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions and a 90.0% reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions within the same timeframe. These targets are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C.
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Daicel’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
10 goals2050
90% reduction in Scope 2
Daicel Corporation commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90.0% by FY2050 from a FY2018 base year.
Insufficient data90%
2050
90% reduction in scope 3 total
Daicel Corporation commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90.0% by FY2050 from a FY2018 base year.
Insufficient data90%
2050
90% reduction in Scope 1
Daicel Corporation commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 90.0% by FY2050 from a FY2018 base year.
Insufficient data90%
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Climate initiatives
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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