DKSH Opens Newly Enhanced Innovation Center in South Korea

DKSH High Performance Materials, a specialty chemicals and ingredients distributor, has opened a newly upgraded Innovation Center in South Korea to support the food and beverage, personal care, and specialty chemicals industries.

The expanded Innovation Center, strategically located in Guro District, Seoul, strengthens DKSH's technical capabilities and reinforces its position as a trusted innovation partner. The center features three specialized laboratories, providing tailored formulation and performance solutions for the Korean market.

Each laboratory is equipped with advanced analytical instruments, formulation development tools, and performance testing systems to support market-leading product development. These capabilities enable DKSH partners to accelerate development timelines, ensure formulation accuracy, and bring high-performance products to market faster.

In addition to technical experts, the Innovation Center is staffed by cross-functional specialists from marketing, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs. This integrated structure enables DKSH to provide end-to-end support and co-create innovative solutions with clients across key industries.

Chanju Park, General Manager of DKSH High Performance Materials in Korea, said: "Our upgraded Innovation Center is more than just a laboratory; it's a collaborative platform where we work hand-in-hand with customers to solve complex technical challenges. Leveraging our technical expertise and global reach, DKSH remains committed to creating value for our customers and serving as their trusted growth partner."

The upgraded Innovation Center will serve as a strategic base for scaling joint development with local partners and building synergies with DKSH's other R&D centers in Korea, including the Polymer Innovation Center in Seoul and the Coatings Innovation Center in Siheung. As part of DKSH's global network of 58 Innovation Centers across over 30 markets, the Seoul Innovation Center reinforces the company's commitment to providing localized solutions, technological excellence, and long-term value to its customers in Korea.