SUMITOMO CHEMICAL COMPANY, LIMITED
4005・Prime Market・Chemicals
Agro & Life Solutions
Sumitomo Chemical's growth-driver segment centered on agrochemicals and feed additives
| Period | Current | Previous | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (external customers) | ¥519,256 million | ¥540,221 million | ↓ |
| Core Operating Income | ¥56,334 million | ¥54,978 million | ↑ |
| Segment Assets | ¥819,631 million | ¥771,293 million | ↑ |
| Depreciation and Amortization | ¥21,152 million | ¥21,046 million | — |
| Capital Expenditures | ¥15,846 million | ¥20,102 million | ↓ |
| Share of Profit (Loss) of Investments Accounted for Using the Equity Method | ¥350 million | ¥322 million | ↑ |
Business Details
This segment manufactures and sells agrochemicals, fertilizers, agricultural materials, household and public health insecticides, materials for tropical disease control, and feed additives (Methionine), among other products. Its main markets are North America, South America, India, and Asia, with global operations conducted through affiliated companies such as Valent (North America) and Sumitomo Chemical India. Positioned as a "near-term growth driver" in the FY2025-2027 (ending March 2027) Medium-Term Management Plan, the segment's strategic pillars are the expansion of sales of low-environmental-impact agrochemicals and the creation of next-generation blockbuster products.
Recent Overview
Agrochemical shipments steady domestically and overseas, but revenue declined and profit rose slightly due to lower Methionine sales and yen appreciation
Revenue for FY2026 (ending March 2026) decreased to ¥519,256 million (down ¥20,965 million year on year). While agrochemical shipments remained steady both domestically and overseas, shipment volume of Methionine (feed additive) declined. Core operating income increased to ¥56,334 million (up ¥1,356 million year on year), supported by steady domestic agrochemical shipments. A decline in export proceeds due to yen appreciation and the impact of foreign currency translation differences at overseas subsidiaries also contributed to the decrease in revenue.
Key Products
Growth Drivers
- Revenue support from steady domestic agrochemical shipments
- Expansion of agrochemical shipments in India and Asian markets
- Launch and geographic expansion of low-environmental-impact agrochemicals (Indiflin, Rapidicil) in key markets
- Concentrated allocation of strategic investment and R&D investment as a "growth driver" under the FY2025-2027 (ending March 2027) Medium-Term Management Plan
- Accelerated sales expansion of chemical, bio-rational, and botanical products
- Promotion of R&D toward the creation of next-generation blockbuster agrochemicals
Risks
- Risk of declining Methionine market conditions and reduced shipment volume (materialized in FY2026, ending March 2026)
- Risk of deteriorating agrochemical market conditions in the Americas region
- Impact of foreign currency translation differences at overseas subsidiaries due to yen appreciation
- Impact on product portfolio from stricter agrochemical regulations and changes in environmental regulations
- Risk of increased manufacturing costs due to rising raw material prices
Last updated: June 22, 2026