By continuously creating and providing new value for our stakeholders, the Sumitomo Chemical Group will build corporate value, contribute to addressing the challenges facing society and the environment, and enrich people’s lives through sustainable and responsible business operations.
In order to accomplish this, the Sumitomo Chemical Group will proactively work toward profitable business operations, preservation of the environment, workplace safety, product quality, ethical and transparent business practices, respect for human rights, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. We will pursue and promote our corporate social responsibility activities with consideration for the interests of all our stakeholders, including shareholders, employees, business partners, customers, and the local communities in all regions where we conduct business.
Through our endeavors in these areas, we aim to contribute to the development of a sustainable society while continuing to strengthen and grow our business as a truly global chemical company in the 21st century.
Sumitomo Chemical started business in 1913 as a producer of fertilizers from sulfur dioxide gas emitted by copper smelters. This business, which solved the environmental problem of air pollution while meeting the social demand for more agricultural production, embodied the business philosophy of the Sumitomo family handed down from the 17th century. “Our business must benefit society, not just our interests.” Throughout our history of almost a century, we at Sumitomo Chemical have lived by this credo. We have worked to build better lives by developing various businesses that meet people’s evolving needs.
At the same time, we have continuously delivered technological innovation while paying special attention to product quality, safety, and the environment. Looking to the future, we will create new value beyond the boundaries of chemistry by combining a variety of ideas, views, and technologies. We will also continue to take up the challenges facing the globe, from meeting basic needs, to protecting the environment, to addressing the issues of adequate supplies of food, energy, and other resources.
In this endeavor, each of us at Sumitomo Chemical will work together to enhance our capabilities, explore new possibilities every day, and overcome the challenges lying ahead with enthusiasm and a strong sense of mission. Sumitomo Chemical will seek to continue to build trust and bring joy to people across the world through constant innovation.
