Naphtha Shortages Having a Growing Impact in Japan
Naphtha shortages in Japan are increasingly impacting various industries, including food and packaging. Major snack manufacturer Calbee has announced a switch to black-and-white packaging for some products due to these shortages. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is exacerbating the situation, leading to potential supply issues across multiple sectors.
- ▪Calbee will use black-and-white packaging for 14 of its popular products starting May 25 due to naphtha shortages.
- ▪Teikoku Databank identified 52 Japanese companies that rely on naphtha for producing basic chemical products.
- ▪Around 30% of Japanese manufacturing companies are involved in the naphtha supply chain, with significant impacts on various sectors.
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Japan Data Naphtha Shortages Having a Growing Impact in Japan Economy Lifestyle May 15, 2026 The leading Japanese snack-food manufacturer Calbee has made headlines through its announced switch to black-and-white packaging for some of its products due to naphtha shortages, which are having a growing impact on a wide range of industries. English 日本語 简体字 繁體字 Français Español العربية Русский A Clear Impact (© Calbee) The Iran war is leading to increased shortages of naphtha, a petroleum-derived raw material used in a wide range of products. On May 12, major snack maker Calbee, known for its potato chips, announced that it would use black-and-white packaging for 14 of its most popular products. The naphtha shortage has affected the supply of ink and solvents needed for printing on packaging.
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