YAMASA CORPORATION, founded in 1645, is a global leader in the manufacture of nucleic acid-related compounds, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), food additives, and fine chemicals. Originally a soy sauce manufacturer, Yamasa has leveraged its expertise in fermentation and biotechnology to become a prominent player in pharmaceuticals and biochemicals, particularly in the development and production of nucleotides and oligonucleotides. The company’s biochemicals division specializes in custom synthesis, process development, and GMP-compliant mass production for drug discovery and therapeutic applications.