Sumitomo Chemical unveils new high-purity alumina range for advanced semiconductor applications

The Sumitomo Chemical Company, a Japanese chemical industry giant, has recently developed and launched a new range of high-purity alumina products, titled ELA series, that are intended for use in the ever-evolving semiconductor industry. The new range of products is specifically intended for use in making semiconductors for AI and other electronic devices.

The company plans to strengthen its position in the high-purity alumina market by expanding its offerings for advanced semiconductor-related applications while accelerating innovation in inorganic materials. Rising semiconductor integration and growing performance demands have increased the need for encapsulant materials that minimise alpha radiation, a known cause of semiconductor