Asics Corp.

"This Code applies to ASICS Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates. ASICS establishes a business relationship exclusively with suppliers, (sub) contractors, intermediaries, commercial agents, consultants and other service providers (hereinafter ‘Business Partners’) who comply with this Code. [...] The Conventions of the International Labor Organization (ILO) are addressed to member states of the ILO, not to individuals of companies. ASICS supports the aim of the ILO to arrive at universally accepted labor standards. ASICS has adopted internal procedures and guidelines with respect to topics covered by the Fundamental Conventions of the ILO, such as: a) Freedom of Association and Protection of the Right to Organize b) Right to Organize and Collective Bargaining c) Forced Labor d) Abolition of Forced Labor e) Equal Remuneration f) Discrimination (Employment and Occupation )g) Minimum Age h) Worst Forms of Child Labor"

"Business Partners shall not discriminate against the Employees in their employment conditions, including recruitment, hiring and firing, opportunities for growth, development and promotions, selection of Employees for training, determination of wages and benefits, and disciplinary action on the basis of [...] gender"

 "This Policy is one of the core documents regarding corporate responsibility at ASICS and establishes a substantial part of the criteria for selecting and retaining Business Partners. Business Partners should maintain all relevant documents necessary to demonstrate their compliance with this Policy, and submit these documents to ASICS upon ASICS' request, respecting applicable laws. Further, ASICS shall have the right to conduct, announced or unannounced, initial and follow up audits or shall have the right to have ASICS' designated independent monitors conduct such audits to determine if Business Partners comply with this. [...] Business Partners shall comply with all the environmental laws applicable to their business operations. Further, Business Partners shall operate their business with consideration on the environment and safety matters. Business Partners shall [...] make efficient use of resources such as water and raw materials"

"Whistleblowers may report any Reportable Conducts to Global Whistleblowing System below. Whistleblowers to Global Whistleblowing System can remain anonymous if they wish.- Email：ahq-compliance-committee@asics.com- LetterAttn.: Compliance Committee, Legal and Compliance Division of ASICS CorporationAddress: 7-1-1 Minatojima Nakamachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe, JapanZip code: 650-8555"

Asics have a 2021 global factor list of tier 1 and tier 2 suppliers.

"When we select any new footwear, apparelor accessories supplier, we assess their socialand environmental sustainability performanceagainst ASICS’ standards before engagingin a business relationship.Once we establish a formal business relationshipwith a supplier, we continuously monitor thesupplier’s sustainability performance andperiodically assess their facilities. We conductthree types of assessments within the ASICSsupply chain: internal, commissioned andpartner audits.ASICS’ compliance auditors conduct on-siteinspections, verify documentation and interviewsupplier management and employees. Theyprovide detailed explanations of ASICS’ policies,identify issues and plan corrective actionsthrough discussions with management."

"When our assessments identify noncompliance issues, we categorize them as major or minor according to the severity of the violation and the level of risk to workers, and take action as appropriate. These range from terminating the business relationship in the case of serious and persistent violations, to reviews of future orders, third-party investigations and formal warnings. When minor non-compliance issues are identified, we begin a remediation period of three months, during which the relevant supplier is expected to take corrective measures. When necessary, ASICS’ staff or partners support this remediation process, for example by providing training and resources."

"This Code applies to ASICS Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates. ASICS establishes a business relationship exclusively with suppliers, (sub) contractors, intermediaries, commercial agents, consultants and other service providers (hereinafter ‘Business Partners’) who comply with this Code. [...] The Conventions of the International Labor Organization (ILO) are addressed to member states of the ILO, not to individuals of companies. ASICS supports the aim of the ILO to arrive at universally accepted labor standards. ASICS has adopted internal procedures and guidelines with respect to topics covered by the Fundamental Conventions of the ILO, such as: a) Freedom of Association and Protection of the Right to Organize b) Right to Organize and Collective Bargaining c) Forced Labor d) Abolition of Forced Labor e) Equal Remuneration f) Discrimination (Employment and Occupation )g) Minimum Age h) Worst Forms of Child Labor"

"Business Partners shall not discriminate against the Employees in their employment conditions, including recruitment, hiring and firing, opportunities for growth, development and promotions, selection of Employees for training, determination of wages and benefits, and disciplinary action on the basis of [...] gender"

"This Policy is one of the core documents regarding corporate responsibility at ASICS and establishes a substantial part of the criteria for selecting and retaining Business Partners. Business Partners should maintain all relevant documents necessary to demonstrate their compliance with this Policy, and submit these documents to ASICS upon ASICS' request, respecting applicable laws. Further, ASICS shall have the right to conduct, announced or unannounced, initial and follow up audits or shall have the right to have ASICS' designated independent monitors conduct such audits to determine if Business Partners comply with this. [...] Business Partners shall comply with all the environmental laws applicable to their business operations. Further, Business Partners shall operate their business with consideration on the environment and safety matters. Business Partners shall [...] make efficient use of resources such as water and raw materials"

"Whistleblowers may report any Reportable Conducts to Global Whistleblowing System below. Whistleblowers to Global Whistleblowing System can remain anonymous if they wish.- Email：ahq-compliance-committee@asics.com- LetterAttn.: Compliance Committee, Legal and Compliance Division of ASICS CorporationAddress: 7-1-1 Minatojima Nakamachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe, JapanZip code: 650-8555"

"When we select any new footwear, apparel or accessories supplier, we assess their social and environmental sustainability performance against ASICS’ standards before engaging in a business relationship. Once we establish a formal business relationship with a supplier, we continuously monitor the supplier’s sustainability performance and periodically assess their facilities. We conduct three types of assessments within the ASICS supply chain: internal, commissioned and partner audits. ASICS’ compliance auditors conduct on-site inspections, verify documentation and interview supplier management and employees. They provide detailed explanations of ASICS’ policies, identify issues and plan corrective actions through discussions with management."

"When our assessments identify noncompliance issues, we categorize them as major or minor according to the severity of the violation and the level of risk to workers, and take action as appropriate. These range from terminating the business relationship in the case of serious and persistent violations, to reviews of future orders, third-party investigations and formal warnings. When minor non-compliance issues are identified, we begin a remediation period of three months, during which the relevant supplier is expected to take corrective measures. When necessary, ASICS’ staff or partners support this remediation process, for example by providing training and resources."