KIMICA corporation (KIMICA) is a manufacturer and worldwide supplier of "alginate" (alginic acid and its derivatives), which is a natural polysaccharide. Alginates are extracted from brown algae,which are in abundant supply in the oceans.

KIMICA was the first company in Japan which, in 1941, successfully mass produced alginates on a commercial scale. Since then, KIMICA has striven to be a leader in the alginate market.

In order to achieve this KIMICA has monitored the market requirements and responded by upgrading their manufacturing technologies, improving product quality and on-time delivery.

60years of success in Japan and international markets has made it possible for KIMICA to establish its first overseas affiliate in Chile, KIMICA Chile Ltda. Chile is the largest source of seaweed in the world. In 1988 this KIMICA affiliate started commercial production of alginates and has grown to be a world supplier of alginates like its parent, KIMICA, who are the largest manufacturer and supplier of Alginates in Japan.