The uses of starch are said to be unlimited, and it actually has an amazing range of applications, from the food to the IC circuit board industries. Since its founding in 1919, Matsutani has steadily developed as a pioneer in the Japanese starch processing industry, and today it continues to fill a role as one of the leading company, supplying its products to all sectors of Japanese industry. Advanced technology of Matsutani is especially evident in the recent development of the water soluble dietary fiber "Fibersol 2". Matsutani has succeeded in creating Fibersol 2, the world's first water soluble dietary fiber made from 100% natural starch. Besides low calories, it has important functions for the maintenance of physical conditions, and is recognized as effective in promoting the growth of useful bacteria such as bifidus bacteria in the intestines. Expanding abroad, master of the finest technology With Japan forced to depend upon foreign source to satisfy more than 80% of its demand for starch, Matsutani imports high quality raw materials from around the world, and using our unique technology, endeavors to provide a stable supply of modified starch to satisfy our customers' needs. Highly regarded overseas ventures of Matsutani include an exclusive modified starch import and sales contract with the world's largest potato starch producer, the Avebe Company of Holland, and the overseas production of tapioca modified starch by the SMS Co. Ltd., a firm that has matured into the largest joint venture of its kind in the world. Matsutani is proud to lead the industry in importing and exporting, and will continue to satisfy the needs of the international market by carrying on with our aggressive international expansion.