Device for Flow Chemistry
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Device for Flow Chemistry - overview
Established
2014
Location
-, Kyoto, Japan
Primary Industry
Industrial Machinery
About
Based in Japan, Device for Flow Chemistry develops advanced scientific instruments focusing on flow chemistry technology, enhancing the efficiency of chemical reactions for various industries. Device for Flow Chemistry specializes in flow chemistry technology and was founded in 2014 in Japan. The company has completed one deal and is known for its innovative scientific instruments. It is not a subsidiary of any parent company.
The founder's history is currently not disclosed. The most recent deal occurred on April 1, 2026, when Asahi Glassplant Inc. , a portfolio company of NCB Capital, acquired Device for Flow Chemistry. Financial terms were not disclosed.
DFC Corporation specializes in the development and sale of advanced scientific instruments with a focus on flow chemistry technology. The core product offerings include automated synthesis devices, back pressure regulators, and various reactor systems tailored for flow chemistry applications. DFC serves a diverse client base, including academic institutions, research facilities, and pharmaceutical companies, primarily in Japan and expanding internationally. The company provides innovative solutions that streamline complex chemical processes, enabling researchers to achieve their project objectives more effectively.
DFC Corporation generates revenue through direct sales of its scientific instruments in a business-to-business model, engaging in partnerships with educational and research institutions. The firm focuses on bulk purchases or subscription models for ongoing technical support and equipment updates. Their flagship products, such as the OptimFlow synthesis device and the FC-PHR series, are marketed for their innovative features that enhance research capabilities, with pricing structures aligned with the high value of these specialized products. In April 2026, DFC Corporation's acquisition by Asahi Glassplant Inc.
will allow the company to leverage Asahi Seisakusho’s network alongside DFC’s flow synthesis technology to expand domestic sales and support capabilities. This strategy aims to accelerate growth in the flow synthesis market. Specific upcoming products and their launch dates are currently not disclosed, nor are new geographic markets targeted for expansion.
Current Investors
Asahi Glassplant Inc.
Primary Industry
Industrial Machinery
Sub Industries
Industrial Machinery
Website
www.dfc-kyoto.co.jp
Verticals
Manufacturing, Research (Non-Medical)
Company Stage
Add-on
Total Amount Raised
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Device for Flow Chemistry - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
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| Add-on | Completed | Device for Flow Chemistry | - |
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