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The Daicel Group Annual Report 2017 The Daicel Group Annual Report 2017 —CSR & Financial Report— THE BEST SOLUTION FOR YOU Inquiries: Investor Relations & Corporate Communications JR Shinagawa East Bldg., 2-18-1, Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8230, Japan Tel: +81-3-6711-8121 Fax: +81-3-6711-8100 https://www.daicel.com/en/ This report is printed using paper This report has been prepared using that contains raw materials certifi ed 100% vegetable ink. Every effort is by the Forest Stewardship Council made to contain the incidence of (FSC®). FSC® certifi cation ensures volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that materials have been harvested and to preserve petroleum resources. from properly managed forests. Printed in Japan The Daicel Group’s CSR Our Basic Philosophy represents the ideals around which the Daicel Group has organized itself; the ideals that we have treasured and we will continue to hold onto, CONTENTS unaffected by the ages. About the Daicel Group 1 The Daicel Group’s CSR 4 A Message from the President Basic Philosophy 7 Fiscal 2016 Highlights 8 The Daicel Group’s Geographical Expansion Corporate Objective ——The Daicel Group’s Reason for Being 10 Overview of the Daicel Group’s Business Operations 12 Major Applications of Daicel Group Products We contribute to a better quality of life by developing and manufacturing products 14 Chronology of the Daicel Group that society needs and values. We, and the chemical industry we are a part of, have provided optimal solutions addressing a wide range of Special Feature issues. With a strong belief in the infi nite possibilities chemistry has to offer, we continue to meet the 16 3D-III Medium-Term Plan demands of the times by contributing to society the functions it requires and helping to enrich individual lifestyles through the application of proprietary technologies and know-how. The Daicel Spirit ——A Shared Sense of Values 20 Innovation Park As members of the Daicel Group, we will continue to share the values below Accelerating the Creation of New Businesses (the Daicel Spirit) and grow through innovation. 1. Integrity and Ceaseless Efforts We believe that innovation starts with an ideal followed by tireless efforts undertaken with integrity. We understand the importance of clarifying what should be the ideal Daicel Group, the ideal division or unit Our Initiatives and the ideal individual, and of the ceaseless efforts needed to achieve these ideals. 24 Research and Development Activities 2. Focus on Creation of New Value (Monozukuri*) 25 Products and Technologies that Contribute to a Healthier Environment and People’s Safety Our focus on monozukuri is unshakeable. Although the literal meaning of the Japanese word monozukuri is 26 Human Resource Development “making things,” for our purposes the meaning of the term has been broadened to encompass the 27 Nurturing Globally Capable Human Resources creation of new value in all corporate activities, including R&D, sales and marketing and support services. 28 Pursuit of Workforce Diversity and 3. Respect for Individuality and Achievements Optimal Work-Life Balance We respect the individuality and achievements of all Daicel Group members, which serve to underpin the 29 Workplace Health Promotion (Healthcare Activities) Group’s monozukuri efforts. Individual Group members collectively generate the driving force behind our 30 Maintaining Communication with Local Communities overall growth. Group members are therefore offered ongoing opportunities to exert their own strengths, 32 Corporate Ethics (Compliance) Initiatives 33 The Responsible Care Initiatives establish their own presence, realize their own ideals and enjoy their own sense of fulfi llment. 33 Responsible Care: Basic Policies and Implementation System 34 Environmental Preservation 36 Occupational Health and Safety 37 Process Safety and Disaster Prevention The Daicel Group Annual Report 2017 Reporting Period • Chemical Safety Initiative: This edition reports on the Daicel Group’s initiatives during fiscal Reduction of PRTR* Substance Emissions 38 Quality Assurance —CSR & Financial Report 2016 (April 2016 to March 2017), though some topics from the first Reduction of VOC** Emissions The Daicel Group has issued an annual CSR Report to facilitate half of fiscal 2017 have also been included. Other Activities in Chemical Safety • Quality Assurance: Management stakeholders’ understanding of its initiatives aimed at preserving Organizations within the Scope of Reporting Status of Quality Management System Certification For details on the scope of reporting, please refer to pages 54 to 55. 39 Directors, Audit & Supervisory Board Members and the environment, ensuring safety and making social contribu- • Financial Section Executive Officers tions. From this edition, the Group is also incorporating its Detailed Information about the Group’s CSR Initiatives Consolidated Financial Statements operating results and other fi nancial information and rebrand- More detailed information about the Group’s CSR initiatives is Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 40 Corporate Governance ing the publication as “The Daicel Group Annual Report—CSR available on Daicel’s website under the section entitled “Detailed Independent Auditor’s Report & Financial Report.” By doing so, we aim to enable readers to information on the Responsible Care Initiative.” * Pollutant Release and Transfer Register (PRTR): A system to calculate the extent to which the production, use and Financial Information access a broad range of information within a single report. Topics Covered on our Website are as Follows: storage of specific chemical substances results in the release and transfer of those substances into the environment. ** Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC). Some of the most well known examples include toluene, xylene and ethyl acetate. 42 Consolidated Eleven-Year Summary To compile this edition, we have focused on improving reader- • The Responsible Care Initiative/ Scope of Data Calculation for friendliness and understandability while engaging in proac- Environmental and Occupational Safety Performance Caution with Respect to Forward-Looking Statements 44 Management’s Discussion and Analysis • The Total EHS Assessment System As the sole purpose of this report is the provision of information to readers, in no tive disclosure, striving to ensure the content will provide 48 Consolidated Financial Statements • Environmental Preservation: way does the Company intend to solicit them to take a certain action through this stakeholders with a clearer picture of the various initiatives Waste Flow publication. Although the Company compiled this report based on information being undertaken by the Group. Environmental Impact of Business Activities available to it and deemed trustworthy at the time of its issuance, the content of Corporate Information In order to ensure reliability, Daicel has submitted this Environmental Management to Prevent Atmosphere and the report inherently includes a number of risks and uncertainties. Accordingly, Water Pollution Daicel provides no guarantee to the accuracy or integrity of information therein. 54 Daicel Group Companies and Other Relevant publication to the Responsible Care Verifi cation Center of the Japan Chemical Industry Association (JCIA) for third- Reduction and Recycling of Industrial Waste When readers intend to use any part of information contained in this report, Organizations Subject to Reporting Environmental Load Data they are advised to use their own discretion. Daicel shall bear no responsibility party verifi cation. The results of this verifi cation are 56 Company Data / Stock Information Environmental Accounting whatsoever to readers about damage, loss or other negative outcomes included in the section entitled “Third-Party Opinion” The Status of Environmental Management System Certification attributable to their investment decisions that relied on forecasts, numerical 57 Third-Party Opinion (see page 57). • Distribution Safety targets and other forward-looking statements featured in this report. https://www.daicel.com/en/csr/library.html Daicel Group Annual Report 2017 1 About the Daicel Group About the Daicel Group The Daicel Group’s CSR Activities Conduct Policy The Daicel Group has put in place a conduct policy based on the basic philosophy common throughout the Group. In order to We, the Daicel Group, have established the following Conduct Policy in order to realize our Basic Philosophy. Every member of properly carry out this policy, each Group company formulates its own code of conduct. Moreover, the Corporate Ethics the Daicel Group shall fully understand and voluntarily consider this Conduct Policy and shall put it into practice in a tangible Initiative and Responsible Care Initiative underpin the Conduct Policy or more specifi cally the Code of Conduct (the Daicel way through their daily activities. Group Conduct Policy in the case of the Group), which lie at the heart of the Daicel Group’s CSR activities. We utilize a check, act, plan, and do (CAPD)* cycle to continually improve activities related to implementing our conduct policy and code of con- 1. We shall not only comply with all laws and regulations but also act with high ethical standards and sound judgment. duct. In addition, our CSR activities are not limited to particular individuals or organizations but instead involve everyone who 2. We shall contribute to the development of society as good corporate citizens. works at the Daicel Group. 3. We shall offer safe, high-quality products and services that

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