MGC Group Eco-Friendly Products

Our valuable businesses and products which help reduce the environmental impact of society using the MGC Group's unique and proprietary technologies, etc. have been designated as MGC Group Eco-Friendly Products.
We named the MGC Group Eco-Friendly Product brand Sharebeing. In May 2024, we established the following logo for this brand's products.

Major Sharebeing Products
About Sharebeing

See "About Sharebeing" for more information about how it specifically contributes to the environment.

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Product/technology name	Characteristics	Specific environmental contribution
Ageless^™ (oxygen absorbers)	Prevent foods from getting moldy or oxidizing by keeping them deoxygenated Preserve the fresh taste while extending shelf life, contributing to food waste reduction	Resource recycling (4.a)
BIOMUP (bioplastics) (Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Next)	A plastic made using plant-derived raw materials Saves fossil resources	Biodiversity (8.d)
Carbopath^™ circular carbon methanol	Manufactured from many different raw materials including CO₂ and waste Reduces GHG emissions To achieve a recycling-oriented and decarbonized society	Prevention/mitigation of global warming (7.a) ISCC PLUS certification
CBZ (thermosetting resin) (Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Next)	Carbon fiber reinforced plastic Thin dimensions enabling the conservation of resources Reduction of GHG emissions with weight reduction of automobiles	Prevention/mitigation of global warming (7.a)
Chemical blowing agents (Eiwa Chemical Ind.)	Form blowing agents with excellent properties including light weight, thermal insulation, noise absorption, and vibrational absorption Contribute to Energy saving and resource conservation	Prevention/mitigation of global warming (7.a)
Circular carbon methanol synthesis technology (methanol synthesis catalyst)	Process of synthesizing methanol from many different raw materials, including CO₂ and waste, and a synthesis catalyst GHG emission reductions To achieve a recycling-oriented and decarbonized society	Prevention/mitigation of global warming (7.a)
DESLIME, a cleaning agent for air-conditioning equipment ( Dia Aqua Solutions)	A cleaning agent for water used in air-conditioning equipment Removes biofilms attached to air-conditioning equipment Improves thermal efficiency of air-conditioning equipment and saves the energy	Prevention/mitigation of global warming (7.a)
Dimethyl ether (DME)	No toxicity, no ozone layer depletion. For use as a propellant, etc. as an alternative to CFCs Can be transported in cylinders as with flammable high-pressure gasses and LPG Made from rDME from circular carbon methanol, this product contributes to a non-fossil alternative to LPG	Recognition and certification (9.a) ISCC PLUS certification

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Product/technology name	Characteristics	Specific environmental contribution
Filler neck protector (Toyo Kagaku)	A product made using polypropylene recycled from bumpers Made from bumpers that have been replaced or removed from scrapped cars. Resource conservation and recycling	Resource conservation (3.b)
Geothermal power generation	Stable power generation that is not affected by weather or seasons Renewable energy using underground steam	Renewable energy (1.a)
Hydrogen peroxide	A product for use as a bleaching or oxidizing agent Decomposable into water and oxygen	Air quality protection (5.a) Water environment protection (6.a)

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Product/technology name	Characteristics	Specific environmental contribution
LEXTER^™ (bio-based polyamide resin)	Polyamide resin made from biomass raw materials Contributes to the sustainable use of resources Weight reduction of vehicle components	Biodiversity (8.d)

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Product/technology name	Characteristics	Specific environmental contribution
MXDA, 1,3-BAC	Raw material for coatings and adhesives To be used for reinforcing/repairing wind turbine blades Reduces VOCs when used for water-based/solventless coatings Boasting a high CO₂ absorption capacity, this product is good when used for direct air capture.	Renewable energy (1.b) Air quality protection (5.a) Prevention/mitigation of global warming (7.b) ISCC PLUS certification
MX-Nylon	Excellent gas barrier properties against oxygen and carbon dioxide To be used for food packaging films and PET bottles Lighter weight and longer period until the use-by date	Resource conservation (3.a) ISCC PLUS certification
Polycarbonate (Iupilon)	Engineering plastic boasting high transparency, impact resistance, and heat resistance Reduction of GHG emissions with weight reduction of automobiles Establishment of a technology for producing an intermediate from CO₂	Prevention/mitigation of global warming (7.a) ISCC PLUS certification
POM (polyacetal resin)	Engineering plastic that is excellent in terms of strength, elastic modulus, and toughness Reduces the generation of formaldehyde with optimized manufacturing technologies Reduction of GHG emissions with weight reduction of automobiles	Water environment protection (6.a) Prevention/mitigation of global warming (7.a)
PPE (polyphenylene ether resin)	Engineering plastic that excels in terms of electric properties, heat resistance, and dimensional stability Recycled glass fibers are used for the compound filler Reduction of GHG emissions with weight reduction of automobiles	Resource conservation (3.b) Prevention/mitigation of global warming (7.a)

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Product/technology name	Characteristics	Specific environmental contribution
RENY (thermoplastic polyamide resin)	Engineering plastic featuring high strength and rigidity Recycled glass fibers are used for the compound filler Reduction of GHG emissions with weight reduction of automobiles	Resource conservation (3.b) Prevention/mitigation of global warming (7.a)

Sharebeing (MGC Group Eco-Friendly Products)

Sharebeing(MGC Group Eco-Friendly Products) are products that reduce environmental impact with respect to the product lifecycle (raw material production, manufacture, distribution, usage, disposal and recycling). This designation may also refer to products or technologies that contribute to creating a better environment.

MGC’s Eco-Friendly Products are certified in line with the criteria detailed below.

Certification Criteria

Products and technologies demonstrating any of the effects below on some aspect of the product lifecycle (raw material production, manufacture, distribution, usage, disposal and recycling)

ApplicationBusiness divisions
Divisions in charge of group companies

ReviewThe Corporate Planning Division, Environmental Safety and Quality Assurance Division, and Production Technology Division will review whether the applied business and product meet the Sharebeing certification criteria.

CertificationSustainability Promotion CommitteeDeliberation and Certification

Certification criteria/Specific environmental contribution

1. Renewable energy

Area of environmental contribution	Possible examples/tips for evaluation
a.Renewable energy development	Development of renewable energy itself, such as power generation from solar, wind, geothermal or biomass sources
b.Products or technologies that contribute to renewable energy production	Raw materials, devices or other products or technologies critical to renewable energy production
c.Products or technologies that encourage renewable energy use	Products with high renewable energy utilization rates during manufacturing or fabrication Products or technologies serving as raw materials or devices essential to renewable energy use

2. Energy conservation

Area of environmental contribution	Possible examples/tips for evaluation
a.Products or technologies able to reduce consumption of energy (fuel, heat, electricity)	Products that reduce energy use during distribution (e.g., lighter weight, smaller size) Products that help reduce energy use by downstream products compared to earlier versions (e.g., lighter weight, smaller size, higher performance)
b.Products or technologies that significantly reduce energy use during manufacturing	Products or technologies that reduce energy use during manufacturing or fabrication compared to products with similar performance (e.g., lower-temperature manufacturing/fabrication, shorter process)

3. Resource conservation

Area of environmental contribution	Possible examples/tips for evaluation
a.Products or technologies able to reduce consumption of resources (raw materials)	Products that reduce raw material use compared to products with similar performance (e.g., smaller size, use of recycled raw materials) Products that help reduce raw material use by downstream products (e.g., smaller size, higher performance)
bProducts or technologies using recycled raw materials	Products or technologies with high use of recycled raw materials Products or technologies using raw materials recycled from post-consumer products

4. Resource recycling

Area of environmental contribution	Possible examples/tips for evaluation
a.Products or technologies able to reduce waste	Products or technologies that reduce waste through improved product yields, simpler packaging, etc. Products reusable after purification or other refreshing operations
b.Products or technologies able to enhance post-use material recycling rates	Products or technologies that promote material recycling (e.g., higher purity, simpler sorting)

5. Air quality control

Area of environmental contribution	Possible examples/tips for evaluation
a.Products or technologies able to reduce the amount or hazard of hazardous substances released into the atmosphere	Products or technologies that replace hazardous chemicals contained in raw materials with less hazardous alternatives, or that avoid their use altogether Products or technologies that reduce the amount of hazardous chemicals released into the atmosphere during manufacturing, use and disposal through reduced use, etc.

6. Water quality control

Area of environmental contribution	Possible examples/tips for evaluation
a.Products or technologies able to reduce the amount or hazard of hazardous substances released into bodies of water, soil or groundwater	Products or technologies that replace hazardous chemicals contained in raw materials with less hazardous alternatives, or that avoid their use altogether Products or technologies that reduce the amount of hazardous chemicals released into bodies of water during manufacturing, use and disposal through reduced use, etc.
b.Products ortechnologies able to reduce water usage or wastewater	Products or technologies that reduce water usage or wastewater during manufacturing or fabrication Products or technologies that contribute to reducing water usage or wastewater in downstream fields

7. Global warming prevention and adaptation

Area of environmental contribution	Possible examples/tips for evaluation
a.Products or technologies able to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs: CO₂, CH₄, N₂O, HFC, others)	Products or technologies that reduce GHG emissions during manufacturing or fabrication compared to products with similar performance (e.g., lower temperature, shorter process) Products that reduce GHG emissions during distribution (e.g., lighter and smaller products, modal shift) Products or technologies that contribute to GHG emissions reduction in downstream products (e.g., lighter weight, smaller size, higher performance)
b.Products or technologies able to promote GHG fixation	Products or technologies that fix the GHG itself or convert it into a resource
c.Products or technologies that adapt to global warming	Products or technologies that adapt to changes caused by global warming (e.g., higher temperatures, rising sea levels, increasingly severe weather)

8. Biodiversity conservation and sustainability

Area of environmental contribution	Possible examples/tips for evaluation
a.Products or technologies that contribute to maintaining a favorable ecosystem balance	Products or technologies that contribute to preserving and protecting ecosystems, species and genetic diversity
b.Products or technologies that reduce negative impacts on the ecosystem balance	Products or technologies that reduce the burden on the ecosystem during disposal, notably from high use of biodegradable or bio-based raw materials
c.Products or technologies that purify the environment or create and maintain a favorable environment	Products or technologies that eliminate hazardous chemicals or render them harmless Products or technologies that use raw materials extracted without environmental harm or have environmental restoration measures taken Products or technologies that purify the environment (e.g., atmosphere, water, soil)
d.Products or technologies that contribute to sustainable use of resources and the environment	Products with high use of green-procured raw materials Products or technologies that use biomass raw materials or energy Products that replace fossil-based raw materials with bio-based alternatives

9. Certification

Area of environmental contribution	Possible examples/tips for evaluation
a.Products that received an environmental label or other certification	Products compliant with the RoHS Directive and other chemical substance regulations Products certified for Type 1 environmental labeling (ISO 14024) (e.g., Eco Mark, GreenPla) Products self-declared compliant with voluntary standards for Type 2 environmental labeling (ISO 14021) Products certified for Type 3 environmental labeling (ISO 14025) based on disclosure of quantitative environmental data (e.g., EcoLeaf) Biomass Mark-certified products made from bio-based resources Products with a declared (displayed) carbon footprint Carbon-offset products