Code of Conduct

I. Basic Principles

Guided by its corporate philosophy, “Happiness, for the Next Generations”, Kitazato Corporation recognizes its social responsibility as a company supporting reproductive medicine and conducts its business activities based on high ethical standards and strict compliance with laws and regulations.

As a company that handles products and technologies related to the beginning of life, we place the highest priority on quality, safety, and reliability and strive to remain a company trusted by society.

Key Points of Conduct

• Understand and comply fully with all applicable laws and internal regulations
• Consult with supervisors or relevant departments when faced with uncertainty to ensure informed decision-making.
• Prioritize ethically integrity over corporate or personal interests

II. Enhancement of Professional Expertise and Creative Challenge

As members of a company engaged in reproductive medicine, we continuously strive to enhance our professional expertise and capabilities and approach our work with creativity and a strong spirit of challenge.

Key Points of Conduct

• Continuously improve the knowledge and skills required for one’s duties
• Respond flexibly to advances in medicine and changes in society
• Uphold the highest ethical standards in all research, development, manufacturing, and sales activities

III. Respect for Human Rights and a Comfortable Workplace Environment

We respect the human rights and diversity of all individuals and maintain a safe, comfortable, and harassment-free working environment.

Key Points of Conduct

• Respect individual differences, including race, nationality, gender, age, and values
• Do not engage in, tolerate, or overlook harassment
• Cooperate in creating a workplace that promotes physical and mental health and safety

IV. Environmental Responsibility

We recognize environmental conservation as a vital management priority and actively work to reduce environmental impact and promote resource circulation.

Key Points of Conduct

• Comply strictly with environmental laws, regulations, and internal rules
• Practice energy-saving and resource-efficient operations
• Actively engage in waste reduction and recycling initiatives

V. Trust-Based Relationships with Stakeholders

We value dialogue with a wide range of stakeholders, including shareholders, customers, business partners, employees, and local communities, and strive to build relationships based on trust.

Key Points of Conduct

• Communicate with sincerity and transparency
• Listen attentively to stakeholder feedback to drive improvement
• Ensure timely and appropriate disclosure of essential information

VI. Fair and Transparent Transactions

We maintain sound and appropriate relationships with governments, public authorities, and business partners , conducting all transactions with fairness and transparency.

Key Points of Conduct

• Prohibit bribery, improper entertainment, or the provision of illicit benefits
• Report and resolve any potential conflicts of interest immediately
• Uphold the principles of free and fair competition

VII. Proper Management of Company Assets and Information

We recognize the value of our physical and intellectual assets and manage them with the utmost care and security.

Key Points of Conduct

• Handle confidential and personal information with strict adherence to privacy standards
• Maintain rigorous information security measures
• Respect and protect intellectual property rights

VIII. Response to Anti-Social Forces

We maintain no relationships with anti-social forces or organizations and respond firmly to any unreasonable or illegal demands.

Key Points of Conduct

• Refuse any association with anti-social forces or criminal organizations
• Report and consult through appropriate channels immediately if unreasonable demands are made.

IX. Social Contribution and Responsibility in the International Community

As a member of society, we actively engage in social contribution activities, and in our international business activities, we respect the laws, cultures, and customs of each country and region.

Key Points of Conduct

• Foster coexistence with local communities through active engagement.
• Adhere to international rules and local regional laws
• Honor and respect cultural and customary differences worldwide