Rogers INOAC Corporation

What Rogers INOAC Corporation does

Rogers INOAC Corporation is a Japanese specialty chemicals subsidiary of INOAC CORPORATION, headquartered in Chita, Japan, operating the SlimFlex microcellular polymer sheet brand — a high-functionality polyurethane foam with high-density, ultra-fine, and uniform cell structure designed for sealing, gasket, and cushioning applications. The portfolio is organized into seven specialized series (Heat Resistance, Standard, Low Gas Generation/Flame Retardant, PET Support ultra-thin, Special Surface, Foot Pad, and Consumer) targeting four primary verticals: Mobile Electronics (smartphones, tablets, laptops, cameras, OA equipment, health/beauty devices, home appliances), Automotive (EV parts, engine and exterior, instrument panel and interior, safety/comfort, nav/AV systems), Consumer Electronics (audio/visual, gaming, PC peripherals), and Footwear (insoles, sports gear). Technical differentiation centers on controlled cell architecture, heat and flame resistance, low outgassing, and ultra-thin (0.15mm) PET-laminate options.

The business operates a direct B2B model through a Japanese-language website (slimflex.jp) and a dedicated customer support line, offering free, next-day-delivered samples to manufacturers evaluating SlimFlex for development-stage products, supplemented by PDF catalog downloads and inquiry-driven sales. Pricing is not publicly disclosed. Geographic scope is single-country (domestic Japan), with no disclosed international footprint. The entity was previously named INOAC SlimFlex Co., Ltd., with a name change announced in December 2024; it maintains ISO certification and is positioned as a focused specialty materials brand under the broader INOAC corporate umbrella. Revenue, headcount compensation, and ownership structure beyond the parent relationship are not publicly disclosed; the entity is private and operates with 11–50 employees.

Name

Rogers INOAC Corporation

Legal name

INOAC CORPORATION

Website

https://poron.jp

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Rogers INOAC Corporation is a Japanese specialty chemicals subsidiary of INOAC CORPORATION that manufactures SlimFlex, a microcellular polyurethane foam sheet used for sealing, gasketing, and cushioning applications by Japanese mobile electronics, automotive, consumer electronics, and footwear manufacturers under a direct B2B sales and free-sample model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Microcellular polyurethane foam materials

NAICS

Urethane and Other Foam Product (except Polystyrene) Manufacturing (326150)

SIC

Plastics Foam Products (3086), Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050)

akta.pro primary industry

Foam Protective Packaging (EPS/EPE/EPP, PU, Molded Foam) (IMALAFAA)

Keywords

• Microcellular polyurethane foam
• Industrial polymer sheets
• Sealing gasket materials
• Cushioning foam products
• Urethane foam manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Chita

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Rogers INOAC Corporation manufactures and sells SlimFlex, a microcellular polymer sheet product line — a high-functionality polyurethane foam with high-density, ultra-fine, and uniform cell structure. The product portfolio is organized into seven specialized series (Heat Resistance, Standard, Low Gas/Flame Retardant, PET Support ultra-thin down to 0.15mm, Special Surface, Foot Pad, and Consumer) supplied as engineered sheet stock for sealing, gasketing, and cushioning applications in mobile electronics, automotive, consumer electronics, and footwear. The company also offers a free custom sample-production and processing service with next-day delivery for customers evaluating materials during product development.

Product overview

Rogers INOAC Corporation (INOAC Corporation) offers SlimFlex, a microcell polymer sheet product line - a high-functionality urethane foam with high-density, extremely fine, and uniform cell structure. The product portfolio is organized into seven specialized series: Heat Resistance, Standard, Low Gas Generation/Flame Retardant, PET Support (ultra-thin as 0.15mm), Special Surface, Foot Pad, and Consumer series. These are used across Mobile Electronics, Automotive, Consumer, and Footwear industries for sealing, gaskets, and cushioning applications. The company also provides sample production services and technical documentation through their customer support platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SlimFlex: Microcell polymer sheet - a high-density, ultra-fine, and uniform cell structured high-performance polyurethane foam product line

Products and services

• SlimFlex Microcellular Polymer Sheet (SlimFlex マイクロセルポリマーシート) High-density, ultra-fine and uniform cell structured polyurethane foam sheet supplied as engineered stock for sealing, gasketing, and cushioning in mobile electronics, automotive, consumer electronics, and footwear applications.
• SlimFlex Heat Resistance Series (耐熱性シリーズ) Series offering excellent heat resistance and flame retardancy for automotive, engine/exterior, and other high-temperature sealing and cushioning applications.
• SlimFlex Standard Series (スタンダードシリーズ) Basic series with abundant density lineup and fundamental characteristics for general sealing, gasket, and cushioning use.
• SlimFlex Low Gas Generation / Flame Retardant Series (低発生ガス・難燃シリーズ) Clean series offering low gas generation combined with flame retardancy for use in sensitive electronic and precision environments.
• SlimFlex PET Support Series — including DSR-15P / DSR-20P (PETサポートシリーズ) Ultra-thin SlimFlex series with integrated PET film molding, available as thin as 0.15mm, for compact devices and tight-tolerance assemblies; DSR-15P and DSR-20P are the newest models in this series.
• SlimFlex Special Surface Series (特殊表面シリーズ) SlimFlex series with special surface treatment technology delivering high grip and high sliding performance.
• SlimFlex Foot Pad Series (フットパッドシリーズ) SlimFlex series dedicated to footwear soles/footpads, offering relatively high hardness for footpad applications.
• SlimFlex Consumer Series (コンシューマーシリーズ) High-performance shock-absorbing SlimFlex series for consumer electronics and consumer applications.
• Sample Production / Processing Service (試作・加工サービス) Custom sample production and processing service where Rogers INOAC produces and ships free SlimFlex samples (often next-day) so manufacturers can validate material shape, fit, and function during product/component development.
• Catalog Download Service (カタログダウンロード) PDF catalog download and request service providing product specifications and technical documentation for prospective and existing B2B buyers.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Rogers Corporation: Rogers Corporation is the original developer of PORON microcellular polyurethane foam and is likely the technology partner/licensor behind "Rogers INOAC Corporation." It directly competes in the same microcellular urethane foam category serving electronics, automotive, and industrial sealing/cushioning markets.
• Armacell: Armacell is a global specialty foam manufacturer producing engineered polyurethane and melamine foams for insulation, sealing, and cushioning across construction, industrial, and transportation markets. It is a direct functional peer for microcellular and specialty foam products.

Broad incumbents

• W. L. Gore & Associates: Gore produces expanded PTFE and engineered foam/sealing products used in electronics, automotive, and industrial gasketing/cushioning. Its high-performance sealing materials compete for similar design-in slots as SlimFlex in demanding electronics and automotive applications.
• Evonik Industries: Evonik produces specialty polyurethane additives, foam systems, and high-performance polymers for automotive, electronics, and industrial applications. Its polyurethane chemistry and foam technologies overlap with the upstream and competitive landscape for microcellular urethane foams.
• INOAC CORPORATION: INOAC CORPORATION is the parent company and a major Japanese polyurethane foam and rubber products manufacturer with a broad industrial portfolio. It is highly comparable as it operates the SlimFlex business and produces overlapping foam, sealing, and cushioning materials across automotive and electronics.
• 3M: 3M manufactures a broad portfolio of specialty foam tapes, cushioning materials, and sealing products used across electronics, automotive, and consumer industries. It competes with SlimFlex for OEM design-ins in shock absorption, gasketing, and thermal/acoustic management.
• Trelleborg AB: Trelleborg is a global engineered polymer and sealing solutions provider serving automotive, industrial, and electronics customers. Its polyurethanes and vibration-damping foam products are comparable to SlimFlex in sealing, gasketing, and cushioning applications.
• BASF SE: BASF is one of the world's largest polyurethane systems and specialty chemicals producers, supplying foam raw materials and formulated systems to automotive, construction, and appliance customers. It is a key upstream supplier and adjacent competitor in the PU foam value chain.

Regional players

• Sekisui Chemical: Sekisui Chemical is a large Japanese diversified chemicals manufacturer producing foam tapes, interlayer films, and specialty plastics for automotive, electronics, and construction. It competes in overlapping Japanese markets for functional foam and sealing materials.
• Nitto Denko: Nitto Denko is a leading Japanese manufacturer of industrial tapes, foam products, and sealing materials serving electronics, automotive, and consumer industries. Its functional foam and cushioning product lines overlap with SlimFlex use cases in Japan.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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