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We’re Amano Enzyme (or Amano for short) and our quest to seek out the latest advancements in enzyme technology has been going strong for generations. And when we say generations, we mean it!
Originally founded in 1899, we’re now proud to be the global leader of speciality enzymes and the largest manufacturer in Japan. Not only that, but we focus on both classical (non-GMO) and modern biotechnology as part of our commitment to a happier, healthier world.
Go on, check us out! We promise you won’t be disappointed.
Originally founded in 1899, we’re now proud to be the global leader of speciality enzymes and the largest manufacturer in Japan. Not only that, but we focus on both classical (non-GMO) and modern biotechnology as part of our commitment to a happier, healthier world.
Go on, check us out! We promise you won’t be disappointed.
Overview
Location
Japan, Nagoya
Employees
501-1000
Founded date
1899
Mentions in press and media 6
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| Oct 31, 2025 | Fi Europe Announces Finalists of 2025 Innovation Awards | Food ingredients trade show Fi Europe has announced the finalists of its 2025 Innovation Awards. This year’s awards saw a record number of submissions at 177, and 23 of these have been selected as finalists. By category, they are: Dairy Alt... |
| May 27, 2024 | Fuji Oil, Amano Enzyme & Nissin Foods Lead Japan’s Surge in Alt Protein Patent Rankings | By embracing innovation, Japanese companies are expanding their foothold in the alternative protein market. Nikkei Asia and the Tokyo-based research firm Patent Result analyzed a report on patents filed by companies and research institution... |
| Mar 17, 2024 | Sweetener Market vs. Fermentation Chemicals Market: A Battle of Sweet Success | The global sweetener market is projected to reach approximately USD 130.6 billion by 2031, while the fermentation chemicals market is expected to hit USD 130.6 billion by 2032. Let's dive into the sweet success of these two booming markets.... |
| Mar 11, 2024 | [Latest] Global Fermentation Chemicals Market Size/Share Worth USD 130.6 Billion by 2032 at a 7.1% CAGR: Custom Market Insights (Analysis, Outlook, Leaders, Report, Trends, Forecast, Segmentation, Growth, Growth Rate, Value) | [220+ Pages Latest Report] According to a market research study published by Custom Market Insights, the demand analysis of Global Fermentation Chemicals Market size & share revenue was valued at approximately USD 64.5 Billion in 2022 a... |
| Nov 6, 2018 | Amano Enzyme launches enzyme that improves solubility of proteins at low pH levels | Protein Glutaminase Amano 500 (PGA 500) is the first food enzyme to improve the solubility of proteins at lower pH levels, claimed Ken Iritani, VP technical services at the company, a global enzyme manufacturer with subsidiaries in the USA,... |
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FAQ about Amano Enzyme
When was Amano Enzyme founded?
Amano Enzyme was founded in 1899.
What has the press written about Amano Enzyme?
Parsers VC has collected 6 articles mentioning Amano Enzyme, among them “Fi Europe Announces Finalists of 2025 Innovation Awards” (Oct 31, 2025) and “Fuji Oil, Amano Enzyme & Nissin Foods Lead Japan’s Surge in Alt Protein Patent Rankings” (May 27, 2024).
Is Amano Enzyme still active?
Yes, Amano Enzyme is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Jun 10, 2026.