JEOL Group Global Code of Conduct

We do not entertain or offer gifts to customers related to improper or unfair requests or treatment. In addition, we do not accept entertainment or gifts in return for improper or unfair requests from other parties.

When providing or receiving entertainment or gifts, we report and consult with our superiors and handle the situation carefully.

We are always mindful of social norms and refrain from any behavior that could be misinterpreted. If the entertainment we receive deviates from social norms, we decline it on the spot.

We resolutely deal with antisocial forces and organizations and individuals related to antisocial forces, and do not respond to unreasonable demands, have no relationship with antisocial forces or organizations, and do not engage in any transactions.

In accordance with the purpose of related laws and regulations, we avoid engaging in antisocial acts that utilize these forces for the benefit of JEOL or ourselves.

We do not make inappropriate political donations or other payments that violate laws, regulations, or sound business practices and that deviate from accepted social norms, such as offering, promising, or providing bribery or similar undue benefits to government agencies or their employees, deemed officials engaged in highly public-interest functions, political organizations, or politicians, regardless of the form of remuneration, entertainment, gifts, or other payments.

We do not engage in any acts that interfere with public bidding, order coordination, any acts related to it, or any acts that raise suspicion of such acts.

We do not export or import prohibited goods.

When exporting goods such as products and parts, and providing technical information for export control, we take appropriate import and export customs clearance procedures in accordance with the export-related laws and regulations of each country and JEOL's rules.

In order to prevent use in the development or production of weapons of mass destruction or conventional weapons, we confirm the use of goods and technology and the end customer at the time of the transaction.

We comply with international standards, laws, agreements, guidelines, and voluntary standards related to the environment.

We strive to reduce CO₂ emissions, conserve water resource, appropriately manage and use chemical substances, reduce the generation of waste, and proactively work to reduce the environmental impact of chemical substances used for our business activities and products through activities such as energy conservation, and provide environmentally friendly products and services to realize a sustainable society.

We conduct appropriate assessments to reduce the burden on the environment, evaluate the possibility of the occurrence of environmental problems, and strive to prevent the occurrence of such problems.

In the event of an environmental problem, we promptly take appropriate measures to minimize the environmental impact.

We disclose information about our environmental activities sufficiently and proactively to the outside world and strive to maintain good communication.

As a corporate citizen, we actively contribute to society through our business activities and by continuously participating in various social activities from the perspective of building and maintaining good relationships with local communities and promoting coexistence and mutual prosperity.

In order to meet the expectations and needs of the market and aim for mutual development with society, we actively communicate with customers, shareholders, business partners, local communities, etc., and conduct corporate activities with fairness, transparency, and trust as the first priority.

We always strive to develop products and provide services that can be used with peace of mind from the customer's point of view.

We provide easy-to-understand indications and explanations, such as quality information and safe usage methods, so that products and services can be used safely.

We provide safe and excellent products based on customer needs using the latest and best technologies.

In the event that a problem arises in the safety or quality of the products provided to customers, we respond sincerely and promptly, confirm the facts immediately, investigate the cause of the problem, and make thorough efforts to prevent recurrence.

We comply with information security rules and implement measures to prevent information leakage.

We do not permit unauthorized use, private use, or unauthorized access to confidential information.

We strictly manage all confidential information such as business information obtained in the course of business in accordance with laws and regulations and strive to prevent its leakage to the outside.

We collect, record, manage, use, and dispose of personal information appropriately in accordance with laws and regulations. In addition, we strictly manage the personal information we obtain to prevent loss, falsification, and leakage.

We do not engage in cartels or bid rigging with peer companies or industry associations. In addition, we do not exchange information such as prices, sales information, or customer information.

We build appropriate relationships with our sales agents and sales partners. We do not engage in unfair transactions, such as transactions under conditions that are unreasonably different from those of third parties, or binding on the selling price of delivered goods.

We do not acquire or use trade secrets of other companies through improper means.

In selecting suppliers and vendors, in addition to quality and price evaluations, we also evaluate whether they are fulfilling their social responsibilities, such as respect for human rights and compliance with laws and regulations.

When purchasing and procuring, we do not use our advantageous position in the transaction to force specific conditions or disadvantages on others, or pursue personal gain.

When dealing with suppliers and vendors, we comply with the laws and regulations of each country and conduct fair transactions.

When procuring, we do not acquire confidential information about our suppliers or third parties through improper means.

We promote green procurement and procure materials with consideration for environmental impact.

We comply with laws and regulations related to intellectual property rights, and obtain information related to intellectual property from third parties by lawful and fair means. In addition, we respect the intellectual property rights of third parties and do not infringe on them.

With respect to inventions resulting from manufacturing and development activities, we will promptly file patent applications and take other appropriate measures against infringement by third parties, and strive to protect JEOL's intellectual property rights.

We recognize that all intellectual property rights created in connection with JEOL's duties belong to JEOL to the extent permitted by relevant laws and regulations and comply with JEOL's relevant regulations and company instructions in order to appropriately protect and utilize the company's rights.

We will not engage in acts that compete with JEOL's business.

We will not select business partners by prioritizing personal relationships, such as those of ourselves or close relatives.

We will not use JEOL's information or assets for personal gain.

We will not be involved in the decision-making of the company in cases involving our own interests.

We appropriately disclose corporate information to ensure sincere and transparent communication with our stakeholders and to fulfill our accountability to society.

We strive to earn the trust of society as an open company by proactively disclosing corporate information in a fair and transparent manner.

We eliminate inappropriate expressions and use fair and appropriate indications and expressions in accordance with social morals, public order, and good practices. We never use expressions that slander or libel other companies or their products, or terms that lead to social discrimination.

We eradicate illegal accounting to make corporate accounting transparent and sound without making false or fictitious reports or statements or building off-balance-sheet assets.

We comply with laws, regulations and standards related to accounting, record and store accounting information such as transactions, asset status, and expense usage in a timely and accurate manner, and conduct appropriate accounting procedures and prepare accounting reports.

We strive to maintain and improve our accounting system so that we can disclose accounting information promptly and accurately.

We take great care not to leak insider information to the outside world before it is officially released.

When purchasing or selling shares of JEOL, its affiliated companies, business partners, etc., we check in advance whether there is insider information that may affect investors' investment decisions. If any insider information is known, we do not buy or sell shares, bonds, etc. of JEOL, its affiliated companies, or business partners until the information is officially made public.

We respect personality and individuality, and do not engage in any kind of discrimination or human rights violations that damage the dignity of individuals.

We respect the basic rights set forth in the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact taking into account the laws and labor practices of each country and region.

We do not engage in any inhumane labor practices, such as forced labor and child labor.

We reject any form of harassment, and do not engage in any speech or behavior that offends others or that may be misconstrued as harassment by others or that worsens the working environment.

We respect diverse values and privacy from the standpoint of each individual and handle personal information appropriately.

We are aware that maintaining and improving the health of our officers and employees increases the value of our company, so we implement various measures as a company and our officers and employees strive to maintain their health.

We support work-life balance between work and private life by realizing diverse work styles and enhancing various leave systems.

We respect the diverse qualities of each individual and always strive to make the best effort to improve ourselves.

We respect each other's duties, communicate sincerely with each other, and strive to foster an open-minded workplace culture without being bound by organizational barriers.

We place the highest priority on respect for human life, comply with laws, regulations, and rules related to labor, safety, and health, ensure the safety and health of the workplace, and strive to prevent the occurrence of occupational accidents.

We use JEOL's assets for lawful and legitimate business purposes, following all necessary procedures, and do not damage their value by using them for non-business purposes.

We utilize company assets effectively, recognize the need to always keep them available, and handle them appropriately to prevent damage or theft.

We do not provide any property benefits in relation to the exercise of the rights of specific shareholders.

JEOL's information systems are used only for business purposes approved by JEOL and not for personal purposes.

When disposing of assets, we handle them with care and follow the necessary procedures in accordance with relevant laws and regulations.

In the event that we discover a violation of laws or regulations or become aware of any possibility of such violations, we promptly consult our superiors or relevant departments.

If it is not possible to report or consult with supervisors or related departments, we shall use the compliance reporting system.

In the event that any report is made to the internal reporting system, etc., JEOL investigates the facts and takes corrective and preventive measures as necessary.

JEOL and its officers and employees do not treat the person who made the report or their related parties detrimentally because of the report or consultation made, except in cases where the person has made a false report, a report that slanders others, or a report for other improper purposes.

We will not identify any person who made a report or interfere with the act of reporting.