Philosophy

Code of Conduct

Ensuring a stable supply of non-ferrous resources and materials is our social mission. We are engaged in a wide range of operations from exploration, mining, smelting & refining to metal fabrication and electronic materials production. Complying with Code of Conduct stipulated below, we will pursue technical rationality and efficiency and make improvements in quality & product properties and other matters in all aspects of our operations from development, production and marketing.
At the same time, we will continue to promote recycling of resources and materials to achieve zero emission. This is our way of achieving continuous innovation in the productivity of resources and materials.
In the conduct of our business, we are committed to maintaining and enhancing a harmonious relationship with a wide range of stakeholders, including our customers and the communities in which we operate. We are committed to contributing to the sustainable development of society on a global scale.

1. Our social mission

Based on continuous technological development and full awareness of our responsibilities in designing products, we will develop and produce a variety of products efficiently while minimizing waste. At the same time, we will promote recycling and reduce the impact of our operations on the environment. By doing so, we hope to obtain the satisfaction and trust of our customers and of society as a whole.

2. Compliance with laws and regulations and engagement in fair trade

We will comply with domestic and/or overseas laws and regulations, and will engage in fair, transparent and free competition and trade based on the fulfillment of our social responsibilities.

3. Disclosure of corporate information and protection of personal information

We will communicate not only with our shareholders, but also with the public at large, and will disclose corporate information in an active and equitable manner while focusing on the protection of personal information.

4. Creation of an optimum health, safety and working environment

We will place top priority on health, safety and disaster prevention and will ensure a comfortable working environment that respects employees' personality, human rights and individuality.

5. Environmental conservation

Based on the awareness that tackling environmental issues is an essential requirement for corporate existence, we will engage in activities aimed at conserving the global environment, including biodiversity, in a voluntary, active and continuous manner.

6. Enhancement and strengthening of risk management

We will establish a risk management system based on scientific data to enhance and strengthen risk management.

7. Harmonious relationship with society

We will commit ourselves to social contribution activities and work as a good corporate citizen to achieve a harmonious relationship with the rest of the society of which we are part.

8. International business operations

In international business operations, we aim to contribute to sustainable development by protecting the fundamental human rights of people in countries and areas where we operate, and by respecting their cultures and customs.

9. Elimination of antisocial activities

We stand firm against all antisocial forces and groups that threaten social order and safety.

10. Management responsibilities

Management executives will take the lead in implementing this code of conduct and ensure it is thoroughly implemented across the Group. In the event of any non-compliance with the code of conduct, the management executives will investigate the causes, work to prevent reoccurrence, disclose information to the public promptly and accurately, and be held accountable for the event.