Management of Chemical Substances

Addressing Proper Management of Chemical Substances

Takeda aims to reduce releases of the substances subject to the Pollutant Release and Transfer Register (PRTR) scheme into the atmosphere by 50% in fiscal 2010, compared to fiscal 2005. We have been working to appropriately manage chemical substances, which we use in relatively large amounts, prioritizing them in our release-reduction efforts.
In fiscal 2010, Takeda handled 10 substances subject to notification under the PRTR scheme. Releases into the atmosphere came to 12 tons, a 73% decrease from fiscal 2005 that met our target. Overall, the Takeda Group in Japan handled 78 PRTR-regulated substances, releasing 48 tons into the atmosphere, a year-on-year reduction of 6%. Takeda will continue to take steps to reduce environmental risks posed by chemical substances, based on risk assessments.

For further details about our activities, please see the CSR Data Book (PDF)