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1991-

2007 Picasus* metallic luster-forming film developed
The innovative short-cycle RTM process for CFRP automobile parts
Careload* LA approved for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH)
2006 Reached comprehensive agreement to supply carbon fiber composite materials for Boeing's B787 through 2021
Developed impact-absorbing plastics by advancing nano-alloy technology
Developed of high sensitivity DNA chip
Developed cellulose fiber using the melt spinning method
2005 Started full-scale production of carbon fiber composite material for ultra-lightweight and high strength notebook PC chassis
Started production of self-organization nano-alloy resins
Developed circuit board for high density flexible IC bonding
Developed CMP (Chemical Mechanical Polishing) abrasive pad for cutting-edge semiconductor
2004 Established Shanghai Branch of Toray Fibers and Textiles
Research Laboratories (China) Co., Ltd.
2003 Established New Frontiers Research Laboratories
2002 Established Toray Fibers & Textiles Research Laboratories (China) Co., Ltd. (TFRC)
Started production of PPT bicomponent fiber
2001 Started production of ECSAINE PRIMA* high-quality man-made suede
Started production of color filters for cellular telephone LCD
Started production of LUMIRROR* high-performance film
2000 Developed impact energy-absorbent CFRP for automotive materials
Developed PHOTONEECE* positive photo-sensitive, heat-resistant, polyimide coating material
Started production of PDP rear panel
1999 Developed halogen-free, fireproof V-0 grade PBT
Added effect of DORNER* for pulmonary hypertension
Started production of TORAY CTP WATERLESS PLATE
1998 Started production of polyacetal resin (KTP Industries Inc., Korea)
1997 Started production of SIVERAS* liquid crystal polyester resin
Started production of QUUP* highly moisture-absorptive nylon filament
Started production of carbon fiber reinforced material for large-scale roof components
1996 Started production of DVC polyester film
Started production of carbon fiber reinforced notebook PC chassis with superior electro-magnetic wave shielding properties
1995 Started production of phase change rewritable optical disks
Started production of MICTRON* aramid film
Started production of TORAYSUROU* water-permeable pavement tile
1994 Started production of TORAYMYXIN* blood purification column for treating septicemia
1993 Started production of TOPTICAL* color filters for LCDs
Started production of electrophotographic printers
Started production of INTERCAT*, antiviral formulation of interferon for treating calcivirus infections in cats
1992 Feron* approved by MHW as treatment for hepatitis C
Started production of DORNER* for use in treatment of peripheral vascular disease
Started production of TORAYCA* carbon fiber prepreg P-2302 for use as primary structural material in commercial aircraft
Developed applications for new LUMIRROR* surface-forming technologies (TOPPTL)
1991 Research Division renamed Research and Development Division
Established Global Environment Research Laboratory in Shiga

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