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Entegris to Sell Electronic Chemicals Business to Fujifilm
May 11, 2023 | Business WireEstimated reading time: 3 minutes
Entegris, Inc., a leading supplier of advanced materials and process solutions for the semiconductor and other high-technology industries, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement for Fujifilm to acquire Entegris’ Electronic Chemicals business for $700 million, subject to customary adjustments. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2023, subject to receipt of required regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.
“The sale of the Electronic Chemicals business is another important step as we continue to focus on assets that we believe have the greatest long-term strategic value for Entegris. In addition, the proceeds from this transaction will significantly contribute to further debt paydown”
The Electronic Chemicals business provides highly specialized chemicals to the semiconductor industry. As part of Entegris’ Advanced Planarization Solutions (APS) division, it was acquired with the acquisition of CMC Materials in July 2022. In 2022, Entegris’ Electronic Chemicals business had pro-forma sales of approximately $360 million.
“The sale of the Electronic Chemicals business is another important step as we continue to focus on assets that we believe have the greatest long-term strategic value for Entegris. In addition, the proceeds from this transaction will significantly contribute to further debt paydown,” said Bertrand Loy, president and chief executive officer of Entegris.
About Entegris Electronic Chemicals
The Electronics Chemicals business is a leading global supplier of high purity process chemicals (“HPPC”), with leadership positions in North America and Europe, as well as a strong presence in Southeast Asia. It has seven dedicated manufacturing facilities and approximately 560 employees worldwide. The business has a broad customer base including some of the leading global semiconductor companies. It also has a broad product lineup comprised of all key HPPCs1 as well as performance blends and other semiconductor grade process chemicals. HPPCs are utilized in the semiconductor manufacturing process to clean, etch and dry the wafer during multiple stages of the chip fabrication process.
Potential Benefits of the Transaction
- Entegris Business and Balance Sheet Optimization: The transaction will further streamline Entegris’ business following the CMC Materials acquisition, toward assets that the Company believes provide the greatest long-term strategic value for Entegris. In addition, the $700 million of proceeds from the sale are expected to be used to accelerate debt paydown.
- Ensures Resources Dedicated to Meet the Growing Demand for High Purity Chemicals for U.S. Semiconductor Production: Fujifilm will utilize a broadened product lineup, increased production capacity in the U.S. and globally and advanced R&D to meet the needs of semiconductor manufacturers in the United States for high quality HPPCs. The business will be well-positioned to satisfy growing market demand in the U.S. as the industry shifts to advanced technology nodes.
- Premier Asset Footprint – Enhanced with Targeted Investments: The business has production and R&D locations in close proximity to key customers in the U.S., Singapore and Europe. Recent targeted capacity and quality investments totaling more than $50 million will enhance capabilities and ensure support for demand from new fabs coming online in the next several years.
Mr. Loy concluded, “Fujifilm is a great fit for the Electronic Chemicals business, and importantly, customers of this business will continue to experience the level of quality and service they have come to know and expect for advanced node requirements. With Fujifilm’s proven track record of investments, quality focus and innovation in the semiconductor industry, broad complementary lineup, premier asset footprint, strong management and related capabilities and relationships, the Electronic Chemicals business will be well-positioned to continue to supply the growing market demand for these materials in North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond.”
BofA Securities is serving as financial advisor and Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher and Flom LLP is serving as legal counsel to Entegris for this transaction.
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