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SDGs/List of products that contribute to society and the environment

Updated August 2026

SDGs/List of products that contribute to society and the environment

SDGs
(17 Goals)
Department Product name Purpose About Effects
Electronics and Innovative Products
SDGs 9 Functional Ceramics Department ALON BRIGHT Phosphor for LED The product is used as a phosphor for white LEDs in LED TV backlights and various types of LED lighting, which significantly reduce power consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
SDGs 7 Functional Ceramics Department Silicon nitride Wind power generation bearing Because of its durability, when used in bearings, the maintenance burden is greatly reduced. Its use in bearings installed in places where maintenance is difficult, such as offshore wind power generation, is spreading.
SDGs 9 Functional Ceramics Department BN MOLDING PRODUCTS LED Manufacturing Equipment Used in LED chip manufacturing equipment as a superior moldable high insulation material.
SDGs 11 Advanced Functional Materials Department Spherical fusedsilica filler Semiconductor encapsulant filler By filling the semiconductor encapsulant, the material suppresses dimensional changes due to heat. Since the material is non-combustible, the shape and particle size can be adjusted to increase the filling rate, thereby reducing the need for hazardous flame retardants.
SDGs 9 Advanced Functional Materials Department Spherical alumina LiB, semiconductors When filled in a resin as heat conductive filler, the product dissipates heat from the in-vehicle LiB and semiconductor, and reduces loss due to electric resistance.
SDGs 7 Advanced Functional Materials Department SNECTON Circuit substrate The use of SNECTON, which has good dielectric properties, as an insulating material for high-speed communication substrates contributes to reduced power consumption.
SDGs 7 Specialty conductive materials department Acetylene black Lithium ion secondary battery (conductive aid (positive electrode / negative electrode activator)) A conductive aid for lithium ion secondary battery cathode materials. The product is made from ultra-high purity carbon black and contributes to improving the safety and reliability of lithium ion secondary batteries.
SDGs 7 Specialty conductive materials department Acetylene black Long distance high voltage transmission cable Used as a high-purity conductive material for the semiconductive layers that make up buried cables and submarine cables. The product has the effect of transmitting power more safely and contributes to the stable supply of electricity and the spread of clean energy.
SDGs 9 Electronic Components Department AN Plates, SN Plates, Aruzinc Rolling stock, industrial equipment, electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles Ceramic electronic circuit substrates with high heat dissipation used in inverters. By effectively dissipating the heat of elements such as transistors that generate high heat, the size of electronic circuit substrates is reduced, and their reliability is supported, contributing to energy conservation.
SDGs 9 Electronic Components Department HITPLATE Electronic circuit substrates for air conditioners and automotive parts Used as an electronic circuit substrate for inverters. Effectively dissipates the high heat of elements such as transistors to protect the electronic circuit and contributes to its downsizing and energy saving.
SDGs 9 Electronic Components Department HITPLATE Electronic circuit substrates for LED An electronic circuit substrate that is used for LED and helps improve the luminous efficiency by enhancing the heat dissipation of the LED.
SDGs 7 Electronic Components Department Thermal sheet, Thermal spacer Automotive parts, smartphones and tablets A silicone material with a high filler content of ceramic filler that has high thermal conductivity (low thermal resistance). Used for hybrid and electric vehicles as a power semiconductor heat dissipation solution, the product contributes to the downsizing of automotive parts and energy saving.
SDGs 9 High-performance adhesive materials department Hard rock(SGA) Metal adhesion (alternative for welding) The demand for joining dissimilar materials such as CFRTP, aluminum, and iron has been increasing. Our adhesive meets this requirement and contributes to energy saving in the process.
SDGs 7SDGs 11 High-performance adhesive materials department VINI-TAPE Adhesive tape for electrical insulation By changing the adhesive to a low-VOC (volatile organic solvent) product, the environmental impact and working environment are improved.
Life Innovation
SDGs 3 Vaccine Department Influenza vaccine Prevention of influenza infection Vaccination contributes to the prevention of influenza infection.
SDGs 3 POCT Department Quick diagnosis kit of influenza virus Quick diagnosis of influenza virus The kit allows for the rapid detection of influenza virus antigen type A or type B using a simple procedure, and can be used as a diagnostic aid in clinical practice.
SDGs 3 POCT Department COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) rapid test kits COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) rapid testing The antigen of COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) can be rapidly detected using a simple procedure and can be used as a diagnostic aid in clinical practice.
SDGs 3 Clinical Reagent Department Reagent for measurement of C-reactive protein (CRP) Measurement of C-reactive protein (CRP) In many inflammatory diseases, the reagent can be used to determine the severity of disease, treatment effect, etc., by measuring the concentration of C-reactive protein (CRP) that appears in blood.
SDGs 3 Clinical Reagent Department Reagent for measurement of small, dense LDL-cholesterol Measurement of small, dense LDL-cholesterol The product is used as a risk marker for heart disease and coronary artery disease, which are difficult to evaluate with conventional LDL cholesterol.
Elastomers & Infrastructure Solutions
SDGs 7 Elastomer Department Chloroprene rubber (CR) Solar power gasket, Vibration-proof rubber for wind power generator Flame retardant and vibration control rubber used in gaskets for solar panels and vibration-proof rubber for wind turbine nacelles (body that houses power generation components).
SDGs 9 Elastomer Department Chloroprene rubber (CR) Rubber parts for automobiles and vehicles Air suspension, joint boots, rack and pinion boots, and power steering hoses, brake hoses, dustproof caps, etc. which require oil resistance and aging resistance are used in supporting the automotive industry.
SDGs 9 Elastomer Department Chloroprene rubber (CR) Belt, hose Conveyor belts used in mines and those transporting raw materials at high temperatures or still burning, such as cokes, as well as drive belts and other flat belts and V-belts, contribute to sustainable industrial development.
SDGs 11 Elastomer Department Chloroprene latex Water-based adhesive By replacing the volatile organic solvents (VOCs) used as the solvent for chloroprene-based adhesives with water, the environmental impact and working environment are improved.
SDGs 11 Elastomer Department Chloroprene rubber (CR) Rubber support for bridge CR compounds are 100 times more ozone resistant than natural rubber (NR) compounds. They achieve a long-life rubber support with excellent weather resistance and safety.
SDGs 3 Elastomer Department Chloroprene latex Gloves Natural rubber (NR), the main raw material for rubber gloves, contains protein and raises concerns about allergies. CR, which has similar performance to NR and does not contain protein, is being adopted for surgical, inspection, and industrial gloves by overcoming issues such as texture improvement and strength. In addition, we have newly developed CR latex, which does not use vulcanization accelerators that may cause allergies.
SDGs 7SDGs 9 Elastomer Department Denka ER TURBO HOSE DENKA ER, used in the hose attached to the turbocharger for turbo engines to reduce automobile CO 2 emissions, contributes to global warming mitigation measures through the realization of low fuel consumption vehicles.
SDGs 13 Special Mixing Materials Department CO2‐SUICOM Vegetation block, foundation block By mixing a special admixture into cement and forcing carbonation/fixation with CO 2, concrete products are manufactured. The special admixture is produced from byproduct slaked lime, which generates no CO 2 emissions from raw materials. This contributes significantly to CO 2 reduction throughout the product's life cycle.
SDGs 13 Special Mixing Materials Department Σ Concrete piles, propulsive pipes, box culverts, high strength piles, pillars for buildings, concrete secondary products, cast-in-place concrete The product can maintain high strength even with steam curing, and is compatible with blast furnace cement. Compared to the autoclave curing of ordinary cement, the CO 2 emission factor is reduced by about 40% or more, contributing to decarbonization and reduction of environmental impact.
SDGs 9 Special Mixing Materials Department NATOMIK Sprayed concrete (high strength, low dust) A low-alkali, quick-setting cement used in sprayed concrete that improves the working environment in tunnels. The product suppresses dust and rebound, reducing material loss, and achieves CO 2 reduction and environmental impact reduction through the utilization of by-products and the use of blast furnace cement.
SDGs 11 Special Mixing Materials Department SUPER CEMENT Emergency repair of roads, railways, and airports An ultra-rapid hardening concrete that develops its initial strength quickly. Because practical strength can be obtained in a short time, early traffic opening can be achieved.
SDGs 9 Special Mixing Materials Department F-DAX, BIFORM Concrete secondary products A special admixture that promotes the setting and strength development of concrete. The product improves manufacturing efficiency by shortening curing time and reduces costs by saving fuel.
SDGs 11 Special Mixing Materials Department ES、ES-L Ground injection/liquefaction countermeasure A cement-based quick-setting material with high durability. Promotes the setting and hardening of cement in ground injection construction.
SDGs 2 Environment and Agri Products Department Azumin Fertilizer, soil conditioner Acts on both soil and crops, contributing to increased yields and improved quality. For the soil, the product enhances the ability to retain fertilizer components. For the crops, the product promotes root growth, improves tolerance to environmental changes, and promotes healthy growth.
SDGs 2 Environment and Agri Products Department Humic substance materials Fertilizers, biostimulants By drawing out the natural power of plants, this product has a good effect on stress tolerance, yield and quality, etc. It contributes to the alleviation of global food shortages and crop damage caused by climate change. Healthy growth leads to reduced use of chemical pesticides and reduced environmental impact.
SDGs 2SDGs 13 Environment and Agri Products Department Calcium cyanamide Fertilizers, pesticides Lime Nitrogen can suppress nitrate-nitrogen pollution in groundwater due to its nitrification inhibition effect, contributing to the reduction of environmental burden. In rice paddies after harvesting, the amount of methane emitted from the paddies in spring can be suppressed by the effect of promoting the ripening of rice straw.
SDGs 2SDGs 12 Environment and Agri Products Department Tore Taro Fertilizer Through the efficient supply of silicate to paddy rice and measures against high temperature damage, the product contributes to the production of safe and stable rice. Furthermore, by effectively utilizing the by-products as raw materials, the product contributes to the formation of a recycling-oriented society.
SDGs 11 Special Mixing Materials Department Synthetic flux Desulfurization agent, deoxidizer Products that do not contain fluorine, which is an environmental burden substance, are available (Eco-FRAX).
SDGs 11 Special Mixing Materials Department DENKA ALCEN Automotive parts holder, heating furnace, industrial furnace (For automotive use) Used as a raw material for ceramic catalyst carriers that clean automobile exhaust gases and for a holding material that protects filters from high heat and vibrations specific to automobiles, the product can contribute to reducing the environmental burden of exhaust gases.(For refractory use) Used as a heat insulating material for furnaces, and because of its lower density, lighter weight and lower thermal conductivity than refractory bricks, the product can contribute to weight reduction and energy saving of the furnace as a whole.
SDGs 9 Special Mixing Materials Department Alumina cement Iron and steel, non-ferrous metal smelting Alumina cement is used in refractory materials in the iron and steel and non-ferrous metal industries as a binder with excellent heat resistance. The use of alumina cement contributes to the long service life of the equipment and stable operation, which in turn contributes to a reduction in the frequency of equipment replacement and a reduction in resource use.
SDGs 6 Environment and Agri Products Department Toyo Drain Corrugated pipe for civil engineering and agriculture Used in civil engineering and farmland development, the product contributes to an effective use of water resources.
SDGs 2 Environment and Agri Products Department RaRaSui Subterranean irrigation system An underground irrigation system that enables optimal water level adjustment for agricultural crops. Integrated use of water tanks, drain outlets, and corrugated pipes "TOYODRAIN" makes it possible to turn paddy fields into crop fields and universal use and enable direct sowing by optimizing water management.
SDGs 11 Special Mixing Materials Department Denka Power CSA Type S Cast-in-place concrete and concrete products (culverts, pipes, segments, etc.) As an expansion material used in on-site pouring and secondary products, the product improves the durability of concrete structures by suppressing cracking. The product contributes to the realization of a safe and sustainable social infrastructure by reducing the need for repair and renewal.
SDGs 11 Special Mixing Materials Department DENKA PRETASCON Installation parts such as bridges and foundations, seismic reinforcement of buildings and joints Used as a non-shrink mortar for installation parts of bridges and foundations, seismic reinforcement of buildings, and joints, the product ensures reliable filling and load transfer thanks to its non-shrink property and high fluidity. It enhances the safety and durability of concrete structures and contributes to ensuring the reliability of social infrastructure.
SDGs 11 Special Mixing Materials Department DENKA SPRINT METHOD, DENKA RISING METHOD Repair of concrete structures As a cross-section repair material used for repairing bridges and tunnels, contributes to the long service life of existing concrete structures by improving durability and protecting the reinforcing steel. Supports sustainable use of infrastructure through efficient repair.
SDGs 9 Special Mixing Materials Department DENKA PRINTAL 3D printing construction of buildings and civil engineering structures 3D printing improves construction productivity through reduced manpower and high-precision construction. Contributes to the establishment of next-generation infrastructure technologies.
SDGs 8 Special Mixing Materials Department Hardlock II Repair and reinforcement of concrete structures The high-performance adhesive improves the efficiency and reliability of repair and reinforcement, shortens the construction period, and reduces the labor required. The product contributes to improving productivity at construction sites.
Polymer Solutions
SDGs 9SDGs 12SDGs 13 Functional Resins Department CLEAREN Food packaging materials Adding CLEAREN to polystyrene effectively improves its strength. In particular, when used in recycled PS, which is prone to property degradation, it becomes less prone to cracking and ensures safety and reliability. In shrink films, it is used for thin film formation and low specific gravity films, contributing to label downsizing and recycling.
SDGs 3SDGs 9SDGs 12 Functional Resins Department Transparent resin such as AS and MS Water jug, tableware, cutlery Compared to glass, our products are lighter and less prone to breakage, which reduces transportation costs and provides safer food containers and tableware. At the same time, our products ensure food safety from a hygiene perspective.
SDGs 3SDGs 6SDGs 9SDGs 12 Functional Resins Department Chemical-resistant ABS Kitchen, bathroom, toilet equipment, etc. Chemical-resistant ABS is resistant to detergents and disinfectants and contributes to a hygienic lifestyle.
SDGs 9SDGs 12 Functional Resins Department Denka IP Automotive applications The improved heat resistance of ASA promotes paintless automotive parts, contributing to reduce the burden on wastewater treatment.
SDGs 9SDGs 12 Functional Resins Department Denka IP Automotive applications Removes low residual volatiles and is excellent in low VOC, contributing to the making of cars with an environmentally friendly interior.
SDGs 9SDGs 12 Functional Resins Department Denka IP Automotive applications High-flow heat-resistant ABS/ASA can reduce the wall thickness of automotive resin parts. This product contributes to reducing waste generation through the lightweighting of automobiles.
SDGs 9SDGs 12SDGs 13 Functional Resins Department MS Resin LCD TV The MS resin used in the light guide plate of edge-lit TVs can be made thinner due to less moisture absorption and deformation compared to PMMA, which contributes to reduced resin usage and waste generation.
SDGs 7SDGs 9SDGs 15 Styrene and Chemical Products Department DENKA POVAL Soil improvement Promotes increased crop yields by promoting soil granulation of agricultural land soil.
SDGs 7SDGs 9SDGs 15 Styrene and Chemical Products Department DENKA POVAL Specialty drilling additives for oil and gas extraction Contributing to improved productivity in the energy industry through greater efficiency.
SDGs 12SDGs 13 Packaging Materials Department BOPS Oil-resistant sheet Food packaging materials Food containers using this sheet have good oil resistance and can be used for a wide range of fatty foods, contributing to improved convenience.
SDGs 12SDGs 13 Packaging Materials Department BOPS Oil-resistant sheet Food packaging materials Food containers using this sheet have good heat resistance and fitting property, and the number of foods that can be heated in a microwave oven increases, contributing to the improvement of convenience.
SDGs 12SDGs 13SDGs 14 Packaging Materials Department BOPS High strength thin-wall sheet (Eco-Clear) Food packaging materials The food containers using this sheet are lightweight and contribute to the reduction of CO2 emissions and waste by reducing the wall thickness and increasing the strength.
SDGs 5SDGs 8 DAPL Toyokalon Raw yarn for hair products As a manufacturer of the original yarn that meets various fashion needs for wigs and hairpieces, we help women get ahead in society by improving their quality of life.
SDGs 11 Styrene and Chemical Products Department DENKA POVAL Emulsifier for water-based adhesives By replacing the volatile organic solvents (VOCs) used as a solvent for vinyl acetate-based adhesives with water, the product contributes to reducing environmental impact and improving the workplace environment.
SDGs 11 Styrene and Chemical Products Department DENKA POVAL PVC dispersant The use of biodegradable PVA as a dispersant used during the suspension polymerization of PVC contributes to reducing the environmental burden of polymerization wastewater.
SDGs 12SDGs 13SDGs 14 Packaging Materials Department Mass balance BOPS general sheet, heat resistant sheet, high heat resistant sheet (custom product) Food packaging materials Products to which sustainability characteristics are assigned based on the mass balance approach, contributing to CO 2 reduction.
SDGs 12SDGs 13SDGs 14 Denka Polymer Co., Ltd. Mass balance BOPS tray (custom order) Food packaging containers The BOPS-based food packaging containers to which sustainability characteristics are assigned according to the mass balance approach contribute to the reduction of petrochemical-derived raw material usage and resource recycling.
SDGs 12SDGs 13SDGs 14 Denka Polymer Co., Ltd. OP LITE Z, VENPACK OPB LITE Series Food packaging containers The BOPS fitting hood pack contributes to resource saving by thin-walled lightweight design.
SDGs 12SDGs 13SDGs 14 Denka Polymer Co., Ltd. Embedded container for BOPS Food packaging containers The embedded design prevents the leakage of food sauce from the container and contributes to the reduction of roll-type bag usage at supermarkets.
SDGs 9SDGs 12SDGs 13 TOYO STYRENE CO., LTD. TOYO STYRENE (custom order) Food packaging materials By utilizing excellent foaming and molding properties, the product provides a lightweight and safe food container and contributes to reducing CO 2 emissions and waste by chemical recycling.
SDGs 9SDGs 12SDGs 13 TOYO STYRENE CO., LTD. TOYO STYRENE TF Series (made-to-order) Food packaging materials The product has good heat resistance and can be used in microwave containers, which improves convenience. It provides lightweight and safe food containers and contributes to reducing CO 2 emissions and waste by chemical recycling.
SDGs 9SDGs 11SDGs 12SDGs 13 TOYO STYRENE CO., LTD. TOYO STYRO Housing materials Taking advantage of its excellent foaming properties, the product is used as a housing insulation material that achieves high heat insulation performance and weight reduction, thereby enhancing air conditioning efficiency and contributing to reducing CO 2 emissions.
SDGs 9SDGs 12SDGs 13 TOYO STYRENE CO., LTD. TOYO STYRO Home appliances By using recycled materials collected from the Home Appliance Recycling Law, the product contributes to reducing CO 2 emissions and waste.
SDGs 9SDGs 12SDGs 13 TOYO STYRENE CO., LTD. Toyo Enelights Cutlery and food packaging materials By using biomass raw materials, CO 2 emissions are reduced and contribute to a hygienic and safe diet.
SDGs 6SDGs 11SDGs 13 DENKA ASTEC CO., LTD. PureEden Rainwater tank A rainwater tank that can be used for toilet cleaning, and can be used in normal times and during disasters, ensuring safe living water and toilets at all times, and contributing to the response to climate change while allowing people to continue living in their homes.
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