Miwon Specialty Chemical USA, Inc. celebrates grand opening in Richland County, SC
April 12, 2022
Company hosts ribbon cutting to showcase its newest manufacturing facility
Company leaders from Miwon Specialty Chemical USA, Inc. welcomed stakeholders and community allies to the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its newest manufacturing facility today in Richland County, South Carolina. The 65,000-square-foot plant establishes the South Korean-based company’s first U.S. manufacturing site and thirteenth global location.
Located within the Pineview Industrial Park, the company is producing raw materials for inks, coatings, adhesives, photopolymer printing plates and dry film photoresists. These formulations are cured by an eco-friendly process with exposure to ultraviolet light. These materials are ultimately used in a variety of everyday products that range from protective coatings on kitchen cabinets and furniture to wood floors, plastic coatings on flat screens TV’s, computers, mobile phones and plastic bottles. They are also used on a variety of paper coatings from perfume boxes to dog food bags. 3D printing is also a rapidly growing application. H.W. Kim, Chairman of parent company Miwon Specialty Chemical Co., Ltd., said the company takes pride in producing products at the highest quality possible.
“This is a very important step for us as the first production plant of Miwon Specialty Chemical in the United States. Through this new investment, we expect we can contribute to improving supply chain management of our local customers. Our plant in Richland County will actively perform to supply quality products to customers widely spreaded throughout the United States. This new plant will operate at the highest standards of safety and technology. Part of our efforts has been dedicated to building a state of the art laboratory within the brand new facility.”
South Carolina’s governor and commerce secretary weighed in on the day’s ribbon cutting, welcoming the company to the community.
“Congratulations to Miwon Specialty Chemical USA, Inc.’s grand opening in Richland County,” said Gov. Henry McMaster. “Today’s milestone further proves to the world that South Carolina’s business-friendly environment and talented workforce offer companies the tools necessary for success. We look forward to a long and prosperous relationship with Miwon Specialty Chemical USA, Inc. for many years to come.”
“Congratulations to Miwon Specialty Chemical USA, Inc. on the grand opening of their new facility in Richland County,” said Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III. “The state was thrilled when they announced their decision to establish operations in the Midlands back in 2019, and we couldn’t be more excited to see them officially open for business today. Congratulations to all!”
Miwon Specialty Chemical USA, Inc. has filled more than half of the 25 new jobs planned at the facility and is actively hiring to fill the remainder. Workforce opportunities are just one of the effects already being felt locally. Richland County Council Chairman Overture Walker commented on the economic impact.
“It is exciting to see Miwon Specialty Chemical wrapping up construction and being that much closer to operation here in Richland County. Council wishes the company much success as it opens its doors, adding to our strong and vibrant local economy.”
According to Chairman W. Keller Kissam with the Central SC Alliance, which assists Richland County’s in its economic development efforts, investments by foreign operations like Miwon Specialty Chemical USA, Inc. enhances global competitiveness.
“The continued growth of foreign direct investment in Richland County, as well as throughout the Central SC Region and the state, is an exciting sign of the opportunities we anticipate seeing in the future. As more and more companies take note of our pro-business environment, we’ll be here to help welcome them alongside our partners, allies and flourishing existing industries,” says Kissam.
Individuals interested in learning more about careers with the company can email Alicia Harper, [email protected].
About Miwon Specialty Chemical USA, Inc.
Miwon Specialty Chemical is producing and supplying basic raw materials for UV/EB curing systems,; our focus is on customer satisfaction. Our mission is to present the best solutions to our customers by utilizing technology while providing excellent quality and various specialized products. To that end, we continue to develop new products that help meet that goal.
About Richland County Economic Development Office (RCEDO)
The Richland County Economic Development Office (RCEDO) works to expand, diversify and sustain the local economy by assisting companies that provide meaningful job opportunities and generate new wealth for its citizens. Founded in 2011, the RCEDO seeks to attract new industry to the community, assist existing companies with potential expansions, and ensure buildings and industrial sites are available for prospects to consider.
About Central South Carolina Alliance
Located in the heart of South Carolina, the Central SC Alliance (CSCA) is a full-service professional economic development alliance focused on cultivating economic advancement and enrichment in the communities of the Central SC Region. Founded in 1994 as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit partnership, the CSCA is the Region’s lead economic development alliance representing eight member counties and the state’s capital city – Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lexington, Newberry, Orangeburg, Richland counties and the City of Columbia.
