kuraray


The Kuraray Group Code of Conduct

We will develop and provide products and services, giving full consideration to safety.

1. Safety of Products and Services

We contribute to the creation of affluent and comfortable societies by supplying safe and reliable products and services.

We will conduct business in a free, fair and transparent manner.

2. Compliance with Antitrust, Competition and Related Laws

We comply with antitrust laws, laws regulating sub-contracting, and competition laws of each jurisdiction where we conduct business. We conduct fair transactions with our suppliers and customers, who we view as equal partners.

3. Prevention of Unfair Competition

We neither illegally obtain nor improperly use trade secrets belonging to other companies. We also do not conduct any activities that may derogate the business reputation of other companies. In addition, we do not make inappropriate displays of our products, which could lead users to misunderstand the quality and properties of our products.

4. Compliance with Laws Related to Exports and Imports

We comply with laws and international treaties controlling the export and import of goods and technologies.

5. Prohibition on Entertainment and Gifts in an Excessive Manner

We do not exceed the boundaries of socially acceptable practices when giving or receiving entertainment or gifts to or from business partners.

6. Prohibition against Insider-Trading

We do not conduct any acts that may be suspected of violating laws and regulations concerning insider trading.

We will keep good communications and maintain a sound relationship with society.

7. Respect for Human Rights, Enhancement of Diversity and Equal Opportunity, and Other Workplace Responsibilities

We respect the human rights of all persons with whom we conduct business. We neither harm the dignity of, nor discriminate against, any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, marital status, etc.

8. Contributions to Society

Consistent with our status as a good corporate citizen, we will significantly participate in volunteer activities and social action programs.

9. Disclosure of Corporate Information

We disclose corporate information, such as business operation and financial information, in an accurate and timely manner, and in accordance with relevant regulations. We will be open to societal opinions and reflect them in our operations.

10. Compliance with Domestic and Foreign Anti-Bribery Regulations

We do not conduct any activity considered to be, or suspected of being, a bribe. We do not offer entertainment, gifts, or other benefits to government officials, whether at home or abroad.

11. Rules for Donations

When making donations or gifts, whether general or political, we comply with laws, regulations, and corporate rules.

12. No Relationship with Anti-Social Groups

We take a resolute stance against, and will not associate with, anti-social groups or organizations.

13. Prohibition on Conflicts of Interest

We will not conduct any activities that may impair the interests of the Company. We neither take advantage of one's position in the Company to promote personal interests nor exploit information obtained when performing duties in the Company.

We will strive to preserve and improve the global environment and to secure safety and health.

14. Environmental Preservation

We contribute to sustainable development and take seriously our responsibility to preserve the environment for the benefit of future generations, through our business operations, which coexist with the global environment and local communities.

15. Safety and Disaster Prevention

We take necessary measures to prevent accidents and disasters, such as explosions, fires, or leakages of hazardous materials. If an accident should occur, we contain it and attempt to avoid any contamination, and disclose pertinent information in a timely and accurate manner.

16. Safe and Comfortable Workplace

We comply with regulations concerning employment safety at the workplace and strive to ensure a safe and comfortable working environment.

We will respect intellectual properties including trade secrets and control information properly.

17. Protecting Trade Secrets

We acknowledge business information, such as trade secrets, know-how, personnel records, business plans and proposals, capacity and production information, research and development information, and client and customer information, is an important asset of the Company. We properly use and protect our business information, and the property of other entities, including confidential information received from business partners and others.

18. Respecting Intellectual Property Rights

We properly use intellectual property rights, including those rights of third parties, and protect these rights from misuse, because intellectual property rights are important assets of the Company. We respect the inventorship of intellectual property rights, and adequately compensate inventors.