KPPC Advanced Chemicals, part of the Kanto Group, has broken ground on its new US Arizona Plant (UAP), a next-generation ultrapure chemical manufacturing campus at the Sonoran Valley Industrial Park in Casa Grande.

The project represents a major boost for the US semiconductor supply chain, expanding domestic production of ultra high-purity chemicals critical for advanced chip manufacturing.

“This investment strengthens Arizona’s rapidly expanding, world-class semiconductor ecosystem by bringing the essential manufacturing of ultrapure chemicals to the heart of where they are needed,” said Governor Katie Hobbs.

“Best of all, it will create approximately 200 high-quality, full-time jobs for Arizonans, and collaborate with our community colleges to prepare our workforce for advanced roles. Projects like this one are key to building a resilient, localized materials network right here in Arizona.”

Jerry Lu, Chairman & CEO of Kanto-PPC, emphasized the company’s strategic expansion. “The Arizona plant marks an important milestone in KANTO-PPC’s global expansion. By establishing this site, we strengthen our ability to serve customers across North America with the quality, reliability, and speed demanded by the world’s most advanced semiconductor manufacturers.”

Phase 1 of the UAP facility involves a $120 million investment to produce ultrapure and proprietary functional chemicals for semiconductor fabrication, wafer cleaning, etching, CMP, photolithography, and advanced packaging. Production is expected to begin in late 2027, with total investment projected to reach $500 million by 2035 as the site grows into a full semiconductor chemical campus.

The Casa Grande plant will supply top chipmakers including TSMC, Intel, and Micron with the high-purity materials needed for next-generation logic and memory technologies. KPPC’s strategy co-locates manufacturing near key customer fabs, reducing logistical risks and building resilient domestic supply chains.

“Arizona has emerged as North America’s premier semiconductor hub–home to the most advanced chip processing technology in the country,” said Sandra Watson, President and CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority. “KPPC’s new campus represents a vital ecosystem addition and showcases the expansive supply chain growth taking place across the state.”

Christine Mackay, President and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council, added, “As the U.S. prioritizes the onshoring of semiconductor production, increasing the capacity of vital supply chain elements is essential to the continued growth of the industry. The addition of KPPC in Pinal County fortifies the importance of Greater Phoenix as the heart of domestic semiconductor manufacturing.”

Phase 1 will create around 80 highly skilled jobs, growing to 200 full-time positions once fully operational. Construction will also generate hundreds of contractor and supplier opportunities across Pinal County and Greater Phoenix. KPPC plans to collaborate with regional workforce programs, community colleges, and technical institutes to develop long-term talent in chemical operations, laboratory analysis, maintenance engineering, and semiconductor manufacturing support.