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Shin-Etsu Group's products which contribute to the solution of the UN "Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)"

Shin-Etsu Group's products which contribute to the solution
of the UN "Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)"

The Shin-Etsu Group does its best to solve various social issues, and it implements this through our Business principle "contribute to people's daily lives as well as to the advance of industry and society by creating value through the provision of key materials and technologies."
Products borne from these efforts also contribute to solving the UN "Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs)".

SDGs contributed by Shin-Etsu Chemical products and activities

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PVC/Chlor-Alkali

Silicones

Specialty Chemicals

Semiconductor Silicon

Electronics & Functional Materials

Processing,Trading
& Specialized Services

Activities

★=10priority SDGs for the chemical sector which is suggested by WBCSD

※WBCSD(World Business Council for Sustainable Development)
WBCSD is a global, CEO organization working together to accelerate the transition to a sustainable world. Companies from around 35 countries are now participated, and working together with governments, NGOs and international organizations to share their activities and experiences on sustainable development issues.

Shin-Etsu Group solutions as viewed by product

■: PVC/Chlor-Alkali Business
■: Silicones Business
■: Specialty Chemicals Business
■: Semiconductor Silicon Business

■: Electronics & Functional Materials Business
■: Processing,Trading & Specialized Services Business

Sustainable Development Goals （SDGs）	SDGs 169 targets		Solution Example
Goal 2 ZERO HUNGER End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture	2.4 By 2030, ensure sustainable food production systems and implement resilient agricultural practices that increase productivity and production, that help maintain ecosystems, that strengthen capacity for adaptation to climate change, extreme weather, drought, flooding and other disasters and that progressively improve l and and soil quality	Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)	PVC is used for agricultural films such as vinyl plastic hothouses and plastic tunnel culture. It provides agricultural materials indispensable to grow vegetables and other crops.
		Synthetic pheromones	Synthetic pheromones provide a new type of agricultural material that suppresses the mating of harmful insects to prevent the growth of the next generation of such insects. Since it aims only at eliminating agricultural insects, it enables the cultivation of agricultural products without disturbing the ecosystem, including many living creatures, such as these insects' natural enemies.
		Biodegradable runner clips	Biodegradable runner clips are used to fix agricultural products during agricultural work. They do not need to be collected after use because they are decomposed by microorganisms.
Goal 3 GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages	3.8 Achieve universal health coverage, including financial risk protection, access to quality essential health-care services and access to safe, effective, quality and affordable essential medicines and vaccines for all	Silicones	Silicones are used to provide contact lenses with oxygen permeability. They help enhance the performance of contact lenses.
		Silicones	These products are used for the joint motors of nursing care and support robots, such as to help reduce heavy workloads for nurses and caregivers, cushioning, and electronic device control.
		Semiconductor silicon
		Rare earth magnets
		Catheters	In some cases, the use of catheters enables treatment and testing without performing surgical operations.
		Cellulose derivatives	If Cellulose derivatives are added to tablets, they enable the adjustment of the location of the tablets' dissolution, the amount dissolved, and the time required for their dissolution in the body. The bitterness and smell of tablets can be eliminated by covering them with cellulose films, making them easier to take.
	3.9 By 2030, substantially reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water and soil pollution and contamination	Cellulose derivatives	Cellulose derivatives are used to manufacture catalyst carriers and filters, which purify exhaust gas generated from the internal-combustion engines of vehicles and other systems that use gasoline or light oil. They contribute to improving the atmospheric environment by preventing the emission of NOx and SOx in exhaust gas and diesel soot, thus allowing people to lead a healthy life.
		Sodium hypochlorite	Tap water and drinking water are made safe and sanitary by using high-quality sodium hypochlorite with less impurities to sterilize the water.
		Vinyl acetate emulsion resin	Binder for glass wool heat insulation material that does not use organic solvent and does not generate VOC. By using this product as a heat insulating material, a safe living space can be realized without fear of sick house syndrome. It also contributes to making houses more energy efficient.
		Acetylenic chemicals Silicone family additive agents	It has been adopted as a water-based ink for digital printing by inkjet for its excellent ability to reduce surface tension and its defoaming properties. Relative to conventional analog printing, it contributes to low VOC, production of many kinds of products in small quantities and short delivery time, and reduction of environmental impact. It is also used in digital printing inkjet inks for textiles. Compared with the conventional dyeing process, there is almost no loss of dyeing materials, which contributes to reducing the amount of wastewater treatment.
		Polyvinyl alcohol	Coating the surface of tablets with polyvinyl alcohol, which has high gas barrier properties, contributes to preventing the degeneration of medicines and reducing their smells.
		Polyvinyl alcohol	The fibers of polyvinyl alcohol replace asbestos, which causes mesothelioma and pneumoconiosis. They prevent exposure to asbestos from construction materials, etc.
	3.d Strengthen the capacity of all countries, in particular developing countries, for early warning, risk reduction and management of national and global health risks	Rare earth	Rare earth is used for scintillator materials for diagnostic imaging systems such as CT scanning and PET. It contributes to reducing X-ray doses, high-speed diagnosis, and improving diagnostic accuracy.
		Semiconductor encapsulating materials	Semiconductor encapsulating materials are used for electronic devices (such as monitors and sensors) for medical equipment (MRI and medical testers).
		Synthetic quartz wafers	In DNA analysis, synthetic quartz wafers are used for fixed DNA sequencing boards for detection. They contribute to reducing the analytical time and improving the resolution.
		Synthetic quartz preforms for optical fibers	Synthetic quartz fibers are used for some medical endoscopes and fiber scopes. Compared to previous ones, they reduce the burden on patients and enable more accurate diagnosis and treatment.
		Wrapping film	Wrapping films maintain foods, etc., in a sanitary condition when storing them. They also allow them to be preserved over a long period of time.
Goal 4 QUALITY EDUCATION Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all	4.7 By 2030, ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including, among others, through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship and appreciation of cultural diversity and of culture’s contribution to sustainable development	Synthetic quartz wafers	Synthetic quartz wafers are used for TFT liquid crystal panels for educational data projectors at schools and other institutions. They project a larger image of the teaching materials to clarify the aims of learning and allow students to easily share what they are studying.
Goal 6 CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all	6.1 By 2030, achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all	Sodium hypochlorite	Make tap water and drinking water safe and sanitary by using high-quality sodium hypochlorite with less impurities to sterilize the water.
		Quartz glass for lamps	Ultraviolet lamps using quartz glass tubes sterilize super-pure water and drinking water to secure safe, high-quality water. They are also used to sterilize foodstuffs.
	6.3 By 2030, improve water quality by reducing pollution, eliminating dumping and minimizing release of hazardous chemicals and materials, halving the A/70/L.1 15-15900 19/35 proportion of untreated wastewater and substantially increasing recycling and safe reuse globally	Silicones	The use of silicone antifoaming agents in sewage water suppresses the foaming of sewage discharged into rivers.
		Synthetic pheromones	Synthetic pheromones are used to fix agricultural products during agricultural work. They help reduce the amount of agricultural chemicals used, thus reducing water contamination due to agricultural chemicals.
		Acetylenic chemicals Silicone family additive agents	It has been adopted as a water-based ink for digital printing by inkjet for its excellent ability to reduce surface tension and its defoaming properties. Relative to conventional analog printing, it contributes to low VOC, production of many kinds of products in small quantities and short delivery time, and reduction of environmental impact. It is also used in digital printing inkjet inks for textiles. Compared with the conventional dyeing process, there is almost no loss of dyeing materials, which contributes to reducing the amount of wastewater treatment.
	6.4 By 2030, substantially increase water-use efficiency across all sectors and ensure sustainable withdrawals and supply of freshwater to address water scarcity and substantially reduce the number of people suffering from water scarcity	PVC pipe	The use of highly durable PVC for PVC pipes and joints makes replacement of service water and sewage piping unnecessary for at least 50 years.
Goal 7 AFFORDABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all	7.3 By 2030, double the global rate of improvement in energy efficiency	Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)	PVC window reduce the amount of heat that escapes from windows by 71% compared to aluminum windows.
		Silicones	Solar batteries can be used for 30 years or more by sealing their modules with weather-resistant, durable silicone. Silicones are used as raw materials for ship bottom paint . By preventing marine organisms from sticking to them, the fuel efficiency of the ship is improved.. By replacing metal parts of motor vehicles with silicone products, fuel efficiency will be improved.
		Cellulose derivatives	Cellulose derivatives are used to mold electrolytic ceramics for solid-oxide fuel cells, which are used for the Ene-Farm home-use fuel cell.
		Vinyl acetate emulsion resin	Binder for glass wool heat insulation material that does not use organic solvent and does not generate VOC. By using this product as a heat insulating material, a safe living space can be realized without fear of sick house syndrome. It also contributes to making houses more energy efficient.
		Semiconductor silicon	Semiconductor devices using semiconductor silicon to enable substantial power conservation through the inverters for which they are used.
		Rare earth magnets	The use of rare earth magnets for the compressor motor of air-conditioning systems increases energy consumption efficiency and reduces power consumption. The use of rare earth magnets for industrial motors increases motor efficiency and reduces power consumption. The use of high-performance small rare earth magnets for the driving motor of hybrid cars, electric vehicles, and fuel-cell vehicles and various motors for vehicles helps reduce the overall weight of the cars or vehicles, thus increasing fuel efficiency.
		Rare earth	Rare earth is used as a material for fluorescent substances, which convert the color of LED to white. The use of long-life LED for lighting and displays contributes to energy conservation.
		LED encapsulating materials	Among long-life, energy-saving LED optical modules, silicone packaging materials are used for most of the major components other than LED.
		Semiconductor encapsulating materials	These products are used for electronic devices that control the fuel efficiency of motor vehicles.
		Photoresists、 Photomask blanks
		Quartz glass products for semiconductor manufacturing
		Silicon tetrachloride	Silicon tetrachloride is used for compounds and materials that constitute Green Tire, which improves fuel efficiency by reducing rolling resistance.
		Wafer Cases	Wafer cases are used for transport between semiconductor silicon manufacturers and device manufactures. Their overall weight is reduced by using a smaller number of parts, and this enables reduction in energy consumption during transport.
		Plastic tape frame Frame cassette	The weight of these products is half or less than that of the previous metallic ones, thus reducing CO₂ emissions during transport.
		Office automation roller	Development of rollers with a particularly small external diameter contributes to reducing the power consumption of printers.
		Shupua	Shupua consists of glass made from silicon rubber. It can be manufactured using a smaller amount of energy than glass.
		Functionality compounds EXELAST SX series	This product is lighter than the previous rubber glass runs, contributing to lower fuel consumption for vehicles.
	7.a By 2030, enhance international cooperation to facilitate access to clean energy research and technology, including renewable energy, energy efficiency and advanced and cleaner fossil-fuel technology, and promote investment in energy infrastructure and clean energy technology	Carbon mold separator	Carbon mold separators are used as one of clean fuel cells' principal components.
Goal 9 INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation	9.1 Develop quality, reliable, sustainable and resilient infrastructure, including regional and transborder infrastructure, to support economic development and human well-being, with a focus on affordable and equitable access for all	Semiconductor silicon	We provide silicon wafers that are most suitable for the miniaturization and high functionality of semiconductor devices. It has become the core material of semiconductors indispensable for industrial innovation such as AI (artificial intelligence) and IoT (the Internet of Things: which means that everything is connected to the Internet through networks). Semiconductor encapsulating materials contribute to development of next-generation semiconductors such as stacked three-dimensional semiconductors.
		Photoresists、 Photomask blanks
		Semiconductor encapsulating materials
		Quartz glass products for semiconductor manufacturing
		Rare earth	Rare earth is used for electronic components, which are indispensable to smartphones as they become smaller and smaller and offer increasingly high performance, as well as for the safe driving of vehicles and automated operation systems. Highly plasma-resistant rare earth materials are attracting attention as they enhance the performance of semiconductor production equipment as semiconductor devices indispensable to AI, IoT, and smart grids evolve.
		Synthetic quartz preforms for optical fibers	These products are used as materials for optical fibers, which are essential for the information society.
		Synthetic quartz glass for fiber optics
		Oxide single crystals (Lithium Tantalate)	Oxide single crystals are used for mobile phones' SAW filters, contributing to enhancing the functions of mobile phones and improving their sound quality.
	9.4 By 2030, upgrade infrastructure and retrofit industries to make them sustainable, with increased resource-use efficiency and greater adoption of clean and environmentally sound technologies and industrial processes, with all countries taking action in accordance with their respective capabilities	Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)	The use of highly durable PVC for PVC pipes and joints makes replacement of service water and sewage piping unnecessary for at least 50 years.
		Cellulose derivatives	Cellulose derivatives improve the resistance of bridge piers to massive earthquakes, thus making their structures stronger. During non-excavation work for old sewage pipes, cellulose derivatives are added to heighten the liquidity of mortar to fill gaps inside the pipes.
		Silicone/acrylic group hybrid resin	This product is used for window frame gaskets and packing. It increases the airtightness of windows by making them smoother and more durable.
		Vinyl chloride-Vinyl acetate based copolymer	It has excellent pigment dispersion stability and chemical resistance, is highly soluble in solvents with low environmental impact, and is used as a raw material for environmentally-friendly gravure inks.
		Acetylenic chemicals Silicone family additive agents	It has been adopted as a water-based ink for digital printing by inkjet for its excellent ability to reduce surface tension and its defoaming properties. Relative to conventional analog printing, it contributes to low VOC, production of many kinds of products in small quantities and short delivery time, and reduction of environmental impact. It is also used in digital printing inkjet inks for textiles. Compared with the conventional dyeing process, there is almost no loss of dyeing materials, which contributes to reducing the amount of wastewater treatment.
		Semiconductor silicon	It is used in electronic devices that control hybrid cars, electric cars, etc., contributing to substantial reductions in CO₂ emissions.　　　 Promote reuse of silicon wafer shipping containers.
		Photoresists、 Photomask blanks
		Semiconductor encapsulating materials
		Quartz glass products for semiconductor manufacturing
		Silicon tetrachloride	Silicon tetrachloride is used for compounds and materials that constitute Green Tire, which improves fuel efficiency by reducing rolling resistance.
		Input device	Conventional mechanical switches consist of many parts such as buttons and frames, but touch switches are comprised of a sheet of film. This conserves resources and reduces the weight of switches. The use of these for onboard switches leads to a reduction in the overall weight of a car, improving its fuel efficiency.
		Functionality compounds EXELAST SX series	This product is lighter than the previous rubber glass runs, contributing to lower fuel consumption for vehicles.
		PVC pipe	The use of highly durable PVC for PVC pipes and joints makes replacement of service water and sewage piping unnecessary for at least 50 years.
		Shin-Etsu self lock bantage	If water leaks from water pipes and other pipes, they can be repaired simply by stretching and winding this bandage around the pipe, which makes maintenance easy.
		Shin-Etsu capacitor films	The use of Shin-Etsu capacitor films makes the replacement of condensers for power transmission networks unnecessary for 30 years. They are used for condensers at frequency converter stations (east-west interconnection) to contribute to the stable supply of electricity.
Goal 11 SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable	11.1 By 2030, ensure access for all to adequate, safe and affordable housing and basic services and upgrade slums	Polyvinyl alcohol	Polyvinyl alcohol provides the raw materials for polyvinyl butyral, which is used for the intermediate films of window glass for vehicles and buildings. It helps prevent fragments of glass from scattering when glass is broken due to an accident or similar.
	11.3 By 2030, enhance inclusive and sustainable urbanization and capacity for participatory, integrated and sustainable human settlement planning and management in all countries	Silicones	Highly waterproof silicone adhesive sheets are adhered to outdoor tanks or the joints of walls of viaducts. Silicone adhesive sheets have a long service life and are easier to handle than butyl rubber or urethane resin, thus contributing to the promotion of sustainable urbanization.
		Copolymer resin emulsions	The application of wall paper coated with copolymer resin emulsions in hotels and houses help dissolve smells generated by human activities.
		Semiconductor silicon	It is used for surveillance cameras and monitor camera sensors that protect safe life.
		Toilet Booth	This toilet booth reduces the risk of a finger being caught in the booth. In addition, if, for example, an accident (such as a sudden illness or other unexpected event) occurs when it is being used, the door can easily be opened from the outside. These functions provide a safe toilet space.
	11.6 By 2030, reduce the adverse per capita environmental impact of cities, including by paying special attention to air quality and municipal and other waste management	Sodium hypochlorite	Tap water and drinking water are made safe and sanitary by using high-quality sodium hypochlorite with less impurities to sterilize the water.
Goal 12 RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns	12.2 By 2030, achieve the sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources	Sodium hypochlorite	Make tap water and drinking water safe and sanitary by using high-quality sodium hypochlorite with less impurities to sterilize the water.
		Rare earth magnets	Rare earth magnets contribute to making wind power generators highly efficient.
		Rare earth	Rare earth is used for ceramic materials, which are indispensable to new energy systems such as wind power generation and fuel cells.
		Anode material of lithium ion batteries	The anode material of lithium ion batteries increases the capacity and output of lithium ion secondary batteries.
		Conductive polymer (SEPLEGYDA^®)	Conductive polymers are used for hybrid electrolytic condensers with aluminum. They help reduce the quantity and area of condensers used compared to electrolytic aluminum condensers.
		Biodegradable runner clips	iodegradable runner clips are agricultural materials used to fix agricultural products. They do not contaminate soil because they are decomposed by microorganisms in the ground after they are used.
	12.5 By 2030, substantially reduce waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling and reuse	Cellulose derivatives	Cellulose derivatives use natural cellulose for raw materials. They are biodegradable and return to nature after use.
		Embossed carrier tapes	Embossed carrier tapes are used to transport minimum-chip electronic components. They contribute to resource conservation by reducing the amount of tape used and discarded compared to their predecessor products.
		HSP	HSP is a jig plate used in the electronic component manufacturing process for fixation. The use of slightly adhesive silicones for raw materials eliminates the need for adhesive tapes. In addition, HSP can be used repeatedly.
		Shin-Etsu polyca toff	Materials recycled from polycarbonate are used for at least 50% of the product.
Goal 14 LIFE BELOW WATER Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development	14.1 By 2025, prevent and significantly reduce marine pollution of all kinds, in particular from land-based activities, including marine debris and nutrient pollution	Cellulose derivatives	The addition of cellulose derivatives to concrete reduces its separation in water. This makes it possible to cast concrete without polluting water.
	14.2 By 2020, sustainably manage and protect marine and coastal ecosystems to avoid significant adverse impacts, including by strengthening their resilience, and take action for their restoration in order to achieve healthy and productive oceans	Silicones	Silicones are used as raw materials for ship bottom paint and antifouling agents for fishing nets. They help prevent marine organisms from sticking to them, protecting the ocean ecosystem.
Goal 15 LIFE ON LAND Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss	15.1 By 2020, ensure the conservation, restoration and sustainable use of terrestrial and inland freshwater ecosystems and their services, in particular forests, wetlands, mountains and drylands, in line with obligations under international agreements	Biodegradable runner clips	Biodegradable runner clips are agricultural materials used to fix agricultural products. They do not contaminate soil because they are decomposed by microorganisms in the ground after they are used.
		Yosaku Sheet (Fumigation Sheets)	Yosaku sheets are used to cover damaged pines when they undergo fumigation. Since they are biodegradable, they contribute to environmental protection even after they are used.
	15.4 By 2030, ensure the conservation of mountain ecosystems, including their biodiversity, in order to enhance their capacity to provide benefits that are essential for sustainable development	Synthetic pheromones	Synthetic pheromones provide a new type of agricultural material that inhibits the mating of harmful insects to reduce the next generation of these insects. Since they are intended to eliminate only agricultural insects, they enable cultivation of agricultural products without disturbing many organisms, including natural enemies of such insects, in the ecosystem. They help keep down the amount of agricultural chemicals used, thereby reducing soil contamination by agricultural chemicals.
	15.5 Take urgent and significant action to reduce the degradation of natural habitats, halt the loss of biodiversity and, by 2020, protect and prevent the extinction of threatened species	Silicones	The use of silicones as a spreader for agricultural chemicals makes them spread easily. As a result, the amount of agricultural chemicals sprinkled can be reduced.
	15.8 By 2020, introduce measures to prevent the introduction and significantly reduce the impact of invasive alien species on land and water ecosystems and control or eradicate the priority species	Silicones	Silicones are used as raw materials for ship bottom paint. They prevent marine organisms from sticking to the ship bottom, thereby improving the fuel efficiency of ships.