In January 2026, Miccheal Chemical Co., Ltd. introduced 'PODORA' to the Japanese market. Developed by global biotechnology company InnuScience, PODORA is a water-soluble, stick-type concentrated bio-cleaner designed for commercial restroom use. It has received the US 'Green Seal' environmental certification. To address the labor shortages and aging workforce in Japan's cleaning industry, Miccheal Chemical customized the packaging to a localized, smaller version. The product is sold as a small pack containing 12 sticks, with one stick lasting about a month for compact yearly management. Users simply drop the stick directly into a spray bottle and add water, eliminating manual measurement. This bottleless, waterless shipping design significantly reduces plastic container usage and transport-related CO2 emissions, matching corporate SDGs goals while mitigating risks of material damage from incorrect chemical dilution.
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