Controls for Hazardous Substances
Both the Oyama and Ichihara Factories utilize ethylene oxide gas (EOG) for sterilizing medical equipment.
While EOG is effective at low temperatures, it is also highly toxic. To mitigate its environmental impact, we detoxify EOG through combustion processes in dedicated facilities before releasing it into the atmosphere.
Additionally, to comply with environmental regulations both domestically and internationally, we actively identify and manage chemical substances in our products, adhering to our internal green procurement standards and collaborating closely with our suppliers.
Recycling of Industrial Waste
In addition to our initiatives to reduce and reuse waste, we also focus on recycling in order to contribute to the realization of a recycling-oriented society. We will strive to increase the recycling rate by expanding the scope of waste to be recycled, such as waste generated in the product manufacturing process and products that are no longer usable after their sterilization expiration date.
