Ichihara, Japan

Hideshi Kawachi

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Polymer Compositions. Top assignees: Mitsui Petrochemical Industries, Ltd., Mitsui Chemicals, Inc., Japan Atomic Energy Institute. Active years: 1991-2007.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hideshi Kawachi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hideshi-kawachi

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

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% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 259(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Yamaguchi, JP (1991)
  • Kuga, JP (1993)
  • Kuga-Gun, JP (1996)
  • Iwakuni, JP (1996 - 1998)
  • Waki-cho, JP (2000)
  • Ichihara, JP (1997 - 2007)

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Years Active: 1991-2007

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Areas of Expertise:
Thermoplastic Resin
Polymer Composition
Adhesive Ethylene Copolymer
Multilayered Article
Squeezable Tubular Container
Polyolefin Laminate
Zinc-containing Catalyst
Laminated Films
Modified Polypropylene
Adhesive Resin
Vessel Packaging
Multi-layer Laminate
16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Hideshi Kawachi: Innovator in Thermoplastic Resin Technology

Introduction

Hideshi Kawachi is a prominent inventor based in Ichihara, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of thermoplastic resin technology, holding a total of 16 patents. His work focuses on developing materials that exhibit excellent flame retardancy and flexibility, making them suitable for various applications.

Latest Patents

Kawachi's latest patents include a thermoplastic resin composition characterized by a unique combination of components. This composition comprises 20 to 64.9 wt % of one or more ethylene copolymers, 35 to 70 wt % of metal hydroxide, and 0.1 to 30 wt % of grafted ethylene polymer. The resulting resin composition demonstrates exceptional flame retardancy, pliability, and tensile properties, making it ideal for use as an insulating material or sheath for electric wires. Additionally, he has developed a polymer composition that also exhibits high flame retardancy, which includes a thermoplastic or thermosetting polymer, metal hydroxide, a triazine ring containing compound, and a polyhydric alcohol. These innovations further enhance the safety and performance of electrical insulation materials.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Hideshi Kawachi has worked with notable companies such as Mitsui Petrochemical Industries, Ltd. and Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his expertise in polymer science and contribute to advancements in material technology.

Collaborations

Kawachi has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Haruhiko Tanaka and Yuji Sawada. These partnerships have fostered a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and the sharing of ideas in the field of thermoplastic materials.

Conclusion

Hideshi Kawachi's contributions to thermoplastic resin technology have established him as a key figure in the industry. His innovative patents and collaborations continue to influence the development of safer and more effective materials for electrical applications.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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