Murata

Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. and Sony Corporation have signed a binding definitive agreement to transfer the Sony Group's battery business to the Murata Group, a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and sale of passive electronic components, communication modules, and power supply solutions. Murata is committed to the development of advanced electronic materials and leading edge, multi-functional, high-density modules. The company has employees and manufacturing facilities throughout the world.

Coin Manganese Dioxide Lithium Batteries, (lithium coin cells) are being used in a broad range of applications, from quarts watches and clocks, a backup power sources, IoT equipment, keyless entry systems. Sony has commercialized the Coin Manganese Dioxide Lithium Batteries, which uses manganese dioxide for the active cathode material for superior stability.