Mitsubishi Pencil Group
Procurement Policy

The Mitsubishi Pencil Group promotes procurement activities that take into account social responsibility—such as respect for human rights, reduction of environmental impact, and safe and reliable products and services—through fair and equitable transactions in cooperation with our suppliers.
Based on the following principles, we aim to realize sustainable and highly reliable procurement.

Building Healthy Trading Relationships

We aim to build healthy trading relationships by deepening mutual understanding with our suppliers. We also thoroughly eliminate dishonest practices such as money laundering and the provision of funds to terrorist organizations, and promote sincere procurement activities.

Compliance with Laws and Regulations

We comply with the relevant laws and regulations of each country and region.

Consideration for Human Rights and the Environment

We promote procurement activities in accordance with the Mitsubishi Pencil Group's "Human Rights Policy" and "Environmental Policy." In addition, we strive to eliminate the use of conflict minerals that may serve as a source of funding for armed groups, and to realize responsible mineral sourcing.

Quality, Safety, and Security

We promote procurement activities in accordance with the Mitsubishi Pencil Group's "Quality Policy."

Supplier Selection Criteria

The Mitsubishi Pencil Group comprehensively evaluates domestic and overseas suppliers based on the "Mitsubishi Pencil Supplier Code of Conduct" when selecting them.

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Adopted on July 31, 2025

Shigehiko Suhara
President
MITSUBISHI PENCIL COMPANY, LIMITED