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Nagase Specialty Materials NA LLC created by unifying Fitz Chem LLC and the NY Division of Nagase America

Nagase America LLC proudly announces the integration of its NY Division and Fitz Chem LLC into one, unified company on September 1st, 2020 under the name Nagase Specialty Materials NA LLC (“NSM”).  This integration will further strengthen our position in North America through demonstrated leadership in the provision of specialty materials and solutions, continued excellence in distribution, and a strengthened business development focus.

 

Nagase Specialty Materials NA LLC will be headquartered in Itasca, IL (United States) and will be led by Takuya Tonomura (CEO) and the existing Officers, Mark Miller (President & COO) and Laura Mack (CFO).  Fitz Chem LLC will change its name and consolidate with Nagase America’s New York division as of September 1st.  At that time operations will be consolidated into the Itasca HQ.  The integration of the Sales, Business Development, Customer Service and Operations Teams will occur over the next three months and until then, each entity will continue to handle inquiries and orders individually.

 

“Joining these two established Nagase organizations represents an exciting combination of mission, talent and infrastructure that will result in greater efficiencies and technology access for our Customers”, explained Mr. Tonomura, CEO.

 

Mark Miller further elaborated, “I’m excited to lead our NSM organization in North America which provides a unique value proposition to its Customers, Suppliers and Business Partners as a hybrid – continued representation of the finest chemical and material Suppliers combined with access to our complementary manufactured Nagase technologies in our markets, all within the context of NA geographic expansion.”

 

Nagase America and Fitz Chem LLC are committed to a seamless transition into the unified NSM and continued supply of materials – additional communication related to the specific points of contact will be forthcoming in early July.  In the interim, if you have any questions or require more information about Nagase Specialty Materials NA LLC, please feel free to contact Mark Miller (mmiller@fitzchem.com) or JP Masson (jp.masson@nagase-nam.com) directly.

 

Nagase America LLC proudly announces the integration of its NY Division and Fitz Chem LLC into one, unified company on September 1st, 2020 under the name Nagase Specialty Materials NA LLC (“NSM”).  This integration will further strengthen our position in North America through demonstrated leadership in the provision of specialty materials and solutions, continued excellence in distribution, and a strengthened business development focus.

 

Nagase Specialty Materials NA LLC will be headquartered in Itasca, IL (United States) and will be led by Takuya Tonomura (CEO) and the existing Officers, Mark Miller (President & COO) and Laura Mack (CFO).  Fitz Chem LLC will change its name and consolidate with Nagase America’s New York division as of September 1st.  At that time operations will be consolidated into the Itasca HQ.  The integration of the Sales, Business Development, Customer Service and Operations Teams will occur over the next three months and until then, each entity will continue to handle inquiries and orders individually.

 

“Joining these two established Nagase organizations represents an exciting combination of mission, talent and infrastructure that will result in greater efficiencies and technology access for our Customers”, explained Mr. Tonomura, CEO.

 

Mark Miller further elaborated, “I’m excited to lead our NSM organization in North America which provides a unique value proposition to its Customers, Suppliers and Business Partners as a hybrid – continued representation of the finest chemical and material Suppliers combined with access to our complementary manufactured Nagase technologies in our markets, all within the context of NA geographic expansion.”

 

Nagase America and Fitz Chem LLC are committed to a seamless transition into the unified NSM and continued supply of materials – additional communication related to the specific points of contact will be forthcoming in early July.  In the interim, if you have any questions or require more information about Nagase Specialty Materials NA LLC, please feel free to contact Mark Miller (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or JP Masson (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) directly.

 

We empower bold people with big ideas. For more than 40 years, we’ve driven value for market innovators in various industries, and we continue to do so today.

Manufacturing is holistic. Every stage determines outcomes. We add value all along the manufacturing journey -- from the seed of an idea to getting your products into the hands of people who need them most.

NAGASE Specialty Materials is a distributor of specialty chemicals and a manufacturer of chemical technologies. We provide solutions for industries impacting everyday life around the world: textiles; coatings; inks; plastics; packaging; automotive; aerospace; personal care; household, industrial and institutional; pharmaceutical; and electronics. We are chemists and problem-solvers, scientists and creative thinkers.

We began in 1985 as Fitz Chem. Our founder’s motto: Grow through reputation. We became known as a company where people and ideas could thrive. In 2017, after three decades of growth, we became part of NAGASE Group, an $8 billion innovator known for making high-end Japanese technologies accessible globally.

Our collective values came from a shared passion for customer success, trust and respect, and honest communication. With global access to experts and ahead-of-the-wave technologies, our unique chemistries give customers a competitive edge.

Today, we offer innovation centers that support R&D and application testing, an expansive supplier network enabling unmatched access to materials, and a market-solution driven mindset to address complex process challenges.

NAGASE was founded in 1832 as a specialized purveyor of dyes and chemicals. NAGASE Group includes 100+ group companies and more than 6,000 team members in 27 countries and regions, providing value-added opportunities in global markets. Along with our worldwide reach, we continue to provide dedicated support and commitment to our customers. What is important to you inspires us to deliver our best work with the greatest of care.

Our beginnings were humble.

The year was 1985. Founder Robert Becker, a veteran in the chemical industry, launched Fitz Chem as a place where people and ideas could thrive. His motto: Grow through reputation.

Fast forward to 2017. After three decades of growth, the perfect partner found us. NAGASE, an $8 billion innovator known for high-end Japanese technologies, shared our foundational values – a passion for building other people’s success, trust and respect, and honest communication. With global access to experts and ahead-of-the-wave technologies, our unique chemistries give customers an opportunity to win.

Today, we are a hybrid company.

Fitz Chem NAGASE Group is both a traditional distributor of specialty chemicals and a manufacturer of chemical formulations. We are scientists and technology geeks, thinkers and creatives. We are always questioning: What is the impact of our work on the future of consumer goods?

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In a marketplace where rapid change is the norm, a promise kept can mean the difference between going to market on time and missing a critical window of opportunity altogether. Our reputation is built on unshakable ground: on-time delivery and shipping, suppliers prepared for orders with minimal disruption, access to chemists and industry experts, and a flawless track record of follow-through rooted in our values.

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Nagase America LLC drives value for market innovators. We are a distributor of specialty chemicals and a manufacturer of chemical ingredients for industries impacting everyday life around the world. We are committed to adding value to our customers’ product development and manufacturing processes with extensive resources to fulfill that commitment.

 

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