Toyoda Gosei Invests in EF Polymer, a Startup Developing Super-Absorbent Polymers Derived from Nature

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KIYOSU, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 29, 2025--

Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. (TOKYO:7282) has invested in EF Polymer K.K., a startup developing super-absorbent polymers that are made using orange and banana peels.

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Nature-derived, super-absorbent polymers developed by EF Polymer

EF Polymer uses inedible agricultural waste in making these 100% nature-based, environmentally friendly super-absorbent polymers. By mixing them into soil to raise the soil’s water retention characteristics, the amount of water used in growing crops can be greatly reduced. As droughts and water shortages worsen worldwide, EF Polymer will contribute to sustainable agriculture through the supply of this product.

Toyoda Gosei utilizes its knowledge of polymers in working toward resource recycling of petroleum-derived plastic and rubber materials. With this investment in EF Polymer, Toyoda Gosei is supporting the spread of super-absorbent polymers that have a low environmental impact. The company is also considering technical tie-ups with EF Polymer in the future.

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KEYWORD: JAPAN ASIA PACIFIC

INDUSTRY KEYWORD: ENVIRONMENT CHEMICALS/PLASTICS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SUSTAINABILITY MANUFACTURING GREEN TECHNOLOGY START-UP SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE INVESTING AGRICULTURE NATURAL RESOURCES

SOURCE: Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd.

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