Masatoshi Baba

This inventor holds 21 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Agricultural Chemistry. Top assignees: Nissan Chemical Industries Limited, Rohm and Haas Company. Active years: 1985-2000.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masatoshi Baba. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masatoshi-baba

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 21

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.2

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 154(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Narashino, JP (1985 - 1991)
Wako, JP (1989 - 1992)
Funabashi, JP (1986 - 2000)

Company Filing History:

18 out of 1,235

Nissan Chemical Industries Limited

patents

3 out of 3,448

Rohm and Haas Company

patents

Years Active: 1985-2000

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Areas of Expertise:

Thifluzamide

Herbicides

Pyridazinone Derivatives

Pyrazole Derivatives

Agricultural Compositions

Benzoyl Derivatives

Chemical Intermediates

Insecticidal Compounds

21 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 6043262 - Thifluzamide with improved efficacy (2000-03-28),

2. 5837721 - Thifluzamide with stabilized efficacy (1998-11-17),

3. 5723478 - Agricultural chemical compositions with improved thifluzamide release in (1998-03-03),

4. 5296634 - Method for preparing 4-alkylsulfonyl-2-chloro-m-xylene (1994-03-22),

5. 5189224 - Method for preparing 4-alkylsulfonyl-2-chloro-m-xylene (1993-02-23),

6. 5175299 - Benzoic acid derivatives useful as intermediates for the preparation of (1992-12-29),

7. 5094685 - Substituted benzoyl derivatives and selective herbicides (1992-03-10),

8. 5087724 - Substituted benzenes useful as intermediates (1992-02-11),

9. 5026850 - Pyridazinone derivatives, preparation thereof, and insecticidal, (1991-06-25),

10. 4954165 - Substituted benzoyl derivatives and selective herbicides (1990-09-04),

11. 4948887 - Pyrazole derivative and herbicide containing it (1990-08-14),

12. 4942246 - Process for producing 4-benzoyl-5-hydroxypyrazoles (1990-07-17),

13. 4931565 - Process for production of 2-pyrazolin-5-ones (1990-06-05),

14. 4885022 - Herbicidal pyrazole derivatives (1989-12-05),

15. 4877787 - Benzylthio pyridazinone derivatives, preparation thereof, and (1989-10-31),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Masatoshi Baba

Introduction: Masatoshi Baba, hailing from Funabashi, Japan, is a distinguished inventor known for his significant contributions in agricultural chemistry. With a notable repertoire of 21 patents, Baba has made substantial strides in enhancing plant protection products, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to agricultural innovation.

Latest Patents: Among his latest innovations are two remarkable patents related to thifluzamide, a fungicide used in agriculture. The first patent focuses on thifluzamide with improved efficacy, while the second introduces thifluzamide with stabilized efficacy. This latter invention details an altered crystalline form of thifluzamide, which is prepared through a process of heat-melting and subsequent cooling. Additionally, agricultural chemical compositions comprising this newly developed thifluzamide as an effective ingredient signify a forward-thinking advance in the field.

Career Highlights: Baba's career has been marked by impactful roles in prominent companies, notably at Nissan Chemical Industries Limited and Rohm and Haas Company. His work within these organizations has allowed him to explore and develop innovative solutions that address complex agricultural challenges.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Masatoshi Baba has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Norio Tanaka and Eiichi Oya. These partnerships have facilitated the exchange of ideas and bolstered the research and development of novel agricultural products.

Conclusion: Masatoshi Baba represents a beacon of innovation in the agricultural sector, with his extensive patent portfolio and collaborative spirit. His ongoing contributions to the field of agricultural chemistry not only reflect his exceptional ingenuity but also underscore the importance of continual advancement in agricultural solutions to meet global demands.

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]