MSG > computer chip insulation > profit!

December 19, 2022 7:45 AM

How an MSG seasoning company became a serious player in the semiconductor industry
posted by Etrigan (3 comments total)

I love instances where a company figures out how to make something useful out of a waste product.
posted by Mitheral at 10:45 AM on December 19, 2022

It came up at work last week that Ajinomoto’s profits were strong because of growth of in chips. I admit I was very confused by the conversation until I realized they meant semiconductors, not the *other* chips. Coffee may have been sprayed on keyboards in response.
posted by Guernsey Halleck at 12:38 PM on December 19, 2022 [2 favorites]

Oh no, MSG and 5G together in one article? The public hysteria crossover event of the century is here, folks!
posted by rum-soaked space hobo at 3:45 PM on December 19, 2022 [2 favorites]