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Corporate profile（APEC TRADING CO., LTD.）

Outline

概要

APEC Trading was established in 1997 with a strong desire to build bridges between Japan and other countries by providing products and services mainly from China, India and other Asian countries, New Zealand, Australia, EU countries, African countries, etc. and to contribute to building international relations and economic development through trading activities.

We have been promoting our business activities since our establishment.

Based on the company motto, “motto,” we are working on our business with sincerity and fairness in mind.

謙虚

We strive for self-improvement with an honest heart, without being conceited.

誠実

We build trust through sincere actions.

融和

We maximize our strength through mutual cooperation and fusion.

In building our business, we respect diverse personalities both domestically and internationally, place importance on the protection and preservation of the global environment, and are actively involved in businesses that contribute to the revitalization of society.
APEC Trading contributes to society at large through its various business activities toward the realization of “sustainable development,” which aims to maintain and preserve a healthy environment and develop a positive society.

Message from the President

ごあいさつ

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to our business partners and stakeholders for their cooperation and support in the development of our business activities.

We place great importance on always keeping in mind the perspectives of our customers both in Japan and overseas, and on maintaining close communication with them.

We will continue to contribute to the development of our customers both in Japan and overseas, and by extension, contribute to a socially and economically affluent and bright society.

We look forward to your continued support and cooperation in the future.

株式会社 エーペック貿易　代表取締役 増田 正美

Business

(1) Comprehensive trade services

APEC Trading is positioned as an important “mediator“ that is pivotal role in the connecting business, utilizing its worldwide network and information power based in Japan, and is engaged in a wide range of businesses such as domestic, import, export, trilateral trade and various project development through products and services in various fields based on trustful relationships with customers and partners.
We are developing a wide range of businesses, including domestic, import, export, and trilateral trade, and project development.

（2）Strategic investment and value creation

APEC Trading promotes and facilitates both “trade” and “business investment” at the same time, and utilizes a wide variety of information and know-how to build appropriate businesses that are valuable to v by constantly incorporating the needs of the world environment and society.

Fields of Business

APEC Trading is developing its business in five major fields.

Chemicals Business

We Contribute to the realization of a sustainable society through trade and technological exchange of chemicals.

化学品

≪ Certain products that meet the needs of the market ≫

（1）To create sustainable development value

We promote a wide variety of materials related to chemicals (organic and synthetic), green chemicals (green chemical products), and renewable resources (plant-derived and biobased).

In addition to improving the convenience and safety of daily life, we are developing businesses related to the development of a sustainable society and rich quality of life by ensuring health ,safety and minimizing the long-term impact on the global environment.

（2）A business that emphasises a solid supply chain and responsibility for environmental conservation

We are building a solid supply chain in collaboration with a wide range of industries involved in industrial products, agrochemicals, paints, coatings, household goods, textiles, and other products derived from “chemicals” and at the same time, we are creating businesses that emphasize social and environmental responsibility.

（3）Comprehensive support　of latest information on international standards and laws and regulations.

We always acts on the basis of trust and confidence with its business partners, especially overseas customers.

We continuously supply raw materials and products with comprehensive support, including sharing and providing the latest information of international standards and laws and regulations such as ISO standards, UN GHS standards, China-GB standards, and EU REACH/CLP regulations.

Social Products and Daily Life Business

We pursue a secure living environment and an fufilling society for the future.

ソーシャルプロダクツ・デイリーライフ

≪ For a relief and comfort living environment ≫

（1）For hygienic and safe lives

We promote the use of recycling toilets and related materials in Asia and Africa that can be naturally degraded and recyclable eco-toilets that are based on the principle of “environmentally friendly hygiene systems”.

We are striving to solve issues by working together with our partners to promote activities that enable people to lead hygienic and safe lives in a sustainable manner and over a wide area.

（2）Effective utilization of natural resources for daily sustainable life

We promote the use of adsorbents, deodorizers, ozone decomposition agents, feed, and fertilizers “derived from natural resources,” and we are creating networks around the world to promote demonstrations and are working on projects as a promoter and communicator.

（3）Familiar eco-friendly products

We also deal in environmentally friendly and eco-friendly pet products, household goods, and daily necessities.

Industrial & Machinery Plant Business

We contribute to the development of sustainable industries for a recycling-based society toward the future.

産業・機械プラント

≪ Certain trade with generous support as total support mediator ≫

（1）Mould trade and comprehensive solutions

We are expanding our business in all areas from mold production support to delivery and legal scrutiny of intellectual property and other legal matters.

Working with our own network, we have a proven track record in the trade of molds for casting, forging, pressing, injection molding, etc. in various industrial fields, including daily necessities, automobiles, electronic components, medical equipment, etc.

We have also developed a wide range of molds for use in the production of various types of products, such as medical equipment, medical equipment, etc.

We can propose durable materials, high-temperature materials, plastics, composite materials, light metal molds, etc., including carbon-neutral mold materials, according to your needs.

（2）Factory Plant

We have approven track record in designing, procuring, and supplying equipment, technology, materials, and know-how for manufacturing plants in the food and pharmaceutical plants, together with domestic and overseas networks and supply chains, from both Japan and overseas.

We offer proposals for GMP for pharmaceuticals, HACCP and FSSC22000 for foods, and other audits, including attendance, application, and after-sales care for plant facilities.

Food

We build our own network infrastructure to provide our customers with the food they need, safe and secure.

食品

≪ Provide safety and trust ≫

（1）For overseas customers

We always acts based on the trust and confidence of its business partners, especially its overseas customers.

（2）Food of reliable quality

We place importance on traceability, and delivers “ food of reliable quality ” to our customers by maximizing the use of our own network infrastructure for processes ranging from cultivation, harvesting, production, processing, packaging, and distribution of raw materials under thorough control in terms of hygiene and manufacturing processes.

（3）Comprehensive support of latest information on international standards and laws and regulations.

We have established good partnerships with “trustworthy” suppliers who have acquired various international standards and certifications including ISO standards, HACCP, FSSC22000, KOSHER certification, Halal certification, etc., as well as organic certification.

Through our strict management system, we fully support our suppliers by appropriately complying with the Food Sanitation Law and other laws and regulations of each country, as well as with revisions to international standards.

Healthcare Business

We build healthcare materials and businesses that meet the needs for healthy living and an fufilling society.

ヘルスケア

≪ Expansion healthcare business for match with time and circumstance requirement ≫

（1）Global network, stable supply

We search for healthcare products and raw materials that contribute to good health in China, India, and other parts of Asia and the world, and is building the foundations of its own sustainable network.

With a stable supply chain, we have been continuously striving over the years to deliver flexibly and accurately to the needs of our customers and society.

（2）Sustainable healthcare

We are also promoting the development of needs-based businesses to provide products, materials, and services related to health maintenance, healthy life extension, disease prevention, preventive medicine, and pharmaceuticals and treatments for lifestyle and age-related physical changes.

At the same time, as a sustainable healthcare, we are also promoting initiatives that emphasize a “healthy and fufilling society” in the long term from the environmental, economic, and social aspects.

（3）Comprehensive support of latest information on international standards and laws and regulations.

We have established good partnerships mainly with suppliers who have obtained various various international standards and certifications including ISO, HACCP, FSSC22000, Codex GMP guidelines, KOSHER certification, Halal certification, and organic organic certification, etc.

With our strict evidence-based management system, we fully support our suppliers by appropriately complying with the Food Sanitation Law, PMD act (Act on Securing Quality, Efficacy and Safety of Products Including Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices), Health Promotion Law, and other countries’ laws and international standards, as well as with revisions.

Compliance and Code of Conduct

In order to make a significant and organic contribution to the economy and society at home and abroad, and to remain useful to society at large, Apec Trading is committed to fulfilling its social responsibilities with good and high ethical standards toward the creation of a sustainable society based on the following principles.

  • （1）Integrity and compliance

    We place emphasis on integrity of the business and strictly comply with all applicable domestic and international laws and regulations as well as the company’s internal rules and regulations.

  • （2）Ensuring health and safety

    We prioritize the health and safety of our employees, partners and communities to create and maintain a safe work and living environment.

  • （3）Control and safeguard the quality of the products we handle

    We implement a rigorous whole-life quality management system for all products we handle to ensure their safety, reliability and compliance.

  • （4）Fair business activities

    We conduct fair and transparent business activities globally and compliance with domestic and foreign laws and internal regulations, trade procedures, consideration of cooperation with international situations, and fair business practices.

    We adhere to anti-trust, anti-bribery and fair competition principles.

    We uphold the highest professional standards in trade processes, international information handling, and to ensure prudent research and coordination.

  • （5）Handling of information

    We ensure that all information is captured accurately, stored securely, used compliantly and disposed of appropriately.

  • （6）Respect for human rights and diversity

    We respect and safeguard the basic human rights of all parties concerned.

    Actively create a working environment and social atmosphere that is inclusive, equal and respectful of language, multicultural backgrounds international community.

  • （7）Favorable work environment and prevention of harassment

    We commit to providing a respectful, fair, and supportive work environment.

    We determine to prevent and eliminate any form of harassment and discrimination.

  • （8）Preservation of the environment

    We integrate environmental protection into all aspects of our business operations and are committed to reducing our ecological footprint and promoting resource conservation and recycling.

  • （9）Social contribution

    We will manage our business with due consideration for language, culture, and customs, and promote corporate growth, contribution to the economy, and contribution to local and international communities through our business activities, leading to the development of a sustainable society.

    We actively give back to the community and support its development and well-being in a variety of ways.

  • （10）Crisis prevention

    We establish a sound risk identification, assessment and prevention mechanism to proactively prevent potential crises and safeguard the interests of enterprises and society.

    We reject any unreasonable demands from antisocial forces, groups, related business partners, or individuals, and will not engage in any transactions of any kind.

    We will not be involved in any terrorist acts, money laundering, use of illegal drugs, or any other crimes, and will exercise due care in all business transactions to ensure that we are not used in any of these crimes.

  • （11）Reporting and consultation

    We Encourage and guarantee employees and related parties to report and consult freely on ethics, compliance and risk issues, and establish open communication channels.

    Any disadvantageous treatment of the reporter or the person who cooperates in the investigation is prohibited.