Sumitomo Chemical Publishes "CSR Report 2014" and "CSR Highlights 2014".

Nov. 11, 2014

For Immediate Release

Sumitomo Chemical Company, Limited today announced that the English edition of CSR Report 2014 and CSR Highlights 2014 is now available at: Sustainability Library

Sumitomo Chemical considers contributing to the sustainable development of society through business activities the essence of corporate social responsibility (CSR).

CSR Report 2014 looks at the latest CSR activities, conveys our employees’ thoughts about CSR and also provides comprehensive accounts of Responsible Care and Social Activities.

Main articles are as follows:

• Message from the Chairman and President
• Sumitomo Chemical's Corporate Philosophy
• Sumitomo Chemical's Operations and CSR
• Employee Round-Table Talk:"What kind of company should Sumitomo Chemical strive to become?"
• Special Features: Environment & Energy / Life Sciences / Information & Communication Technology (ICT)
• CSR Management / Governance
• Responsible Care Activities
• Social Activities

CSR Highlights 2014 is issued as a booklet that contains information that the Company especially wishes to convey in an easy-to-read and concise manner.

Sumitomo Chemical Group will carry on the CSR activities through our business by contributing to the betterment of all our stakeholders.