SDC Technologies (SDC), a global leader in high-performance specialty coatings, is proud to announce the expansion and relocation of its Group Headquarters to a new, state-of-the-art facility in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. Scheduled for completion in Q4 2026, this move marks the largest expansion in SDC’s history, reflecting the company’s long-term growth strategy and commitment to innovation.
Backed by parent company Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. (MCI), the project involves a major investment to acquire and redevelop land and facilities previously owned by IMI CCI. This strategic investment will dramatically enhance SDC’s capabilities, driving significant growth in key areas such as research and development (R&D), manufacturing, warehousing, and customer-driven innovation, positioning the company for long-term success and industry leadership.
“We are excited about our new headquarters,” said Richard Chang, President and CEO of SDC Technologies. “This 124,044 square foot facility will be a game-changer for our company. It will not only streamline production and increase output but also serve as a powerful innovation hub that accelerates new product development, strengthens supply chain capabilities, and brings unparalleled service to our global customers,” he added.
Facility Overview: A Strategic Investment in Growth and Innovation
New Office Exterior (Planned)
Situated on a 6.82 acre campus, the new 124,044 square foot mixed-use facility is designed to support SDC’s future growth and the expanding needs of Mitsui Chemicals’ U.S. operations. The facility will integrate office space, warehousing, production lines, R&D laboratories and a cutting-edge Innovation Center including:
- Major expansion of coating and equipment manufacturing capabilities
- Significant increase in R&D capacity to support advanced product development and vertical integration
- A state-of-the-art Innovation Center for customer engagement, technology demonstrations, and collaborative innovation
- Enhanced technical support, application labs, and product testing facilities
- Scalable warehousing and logistics infrastructure to support global distribution and supply chain resilience
- Equipped with solar panels, expected to generate most of the site’s electricity requirements
This expansion reinforces SDC’s role as a key innovation engine within the Mitsui Chemicals Group. The new facility will play a critical role in advancing MCI’s Vision 2030, including:
- Expanding and diversifying the business portfolio through advanced materials and solutions
- Building value-added, solutions-oriented business models
- Driving innovation in circular economy initiatives
- Enabling digital and corporate transformation across the group
- Strengthening global management and operational innovation
With this investment, SDC Technologies reinforces its role as a trusted partner to customers worldwide and underscores its commitment to growth, innovation, and sustainability.
ABOUT SDC TECHNOLOGIES
Founded in 1986, SDC Technologies, Inc. is headquartered in Irvine, California. The company was acquired by Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. in 2008 and is recognized as a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance specialty coatings used in a variety of applications, from aerospace and automotive parts to vision eyewear.
ABOUT MITSUI CHEMICALS
With roots tracing back to 1892, Mitsui Chemicals, Inc., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of value-added specialty chemicals, plastics, and performance materials serving multiple industries, including agriculture, automotive, building and civil engineering, electronics, energy, healthcare, and packaging. MCI has more than 30 years of experience in the development and production of innovative, premium high-index optical lens materials under its MR™ Series brand (MR-8™, MR-7™, MR-10™, MR-174™).