Notice of Change of Corporate Logo Kurare Trading Co., Ltd. has changed its corporate logo. In consideration of the environment and effective use of resources, we will gradually transition existing business cards, brochures, promotional materials, etc., to the new logo. Therefore, during the transition period, there may be a mix of old and new logos, and we kindly ask for your understanding.

Kurare Trading Co., Ltd. has obtained trader certification under the "ISCC PLUS certification," which is one of the international sustainability carbon certification systems, at its headquarters in Tokyo. ISCC (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification) is an international certification related to sustainability and carbon, designed to manage and ensure that materials produced and sold worldwide, primarily biomass and recycled materials, are sustainable raw materials using a mass balance approach in the supply chain. By obtaining this certification, we can handle all products that are certified under ISCC PLUS. Our company promises and declares that we will comply with the ISCC PLUS requirements in accordance with the latest regulations of ISCC and that we will not engage in double counting regarding environmental contributions.

Kuraray Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, President: Hitoshi Kawahara) has renewed its corporate website and is pleased to announce that it has been launched today. URL: https://www.kuraray.com/jp-ja/

We have renewed the homepage of Kuraray Trading Co., Ltd. You can now view the information you need more quickly. We will continue to strive to provide you with valuable information, so we appreciate your continued support.

Kuraray Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. will exhibit "Kuraray Liquid Rubber" at the 29th China International Adhesives and Sealants Exhibition, which will be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Center from September 15 to 17, 2026. "Kuraray Liquid Rubber" is widely used not only for rubber additives in tires but also for various other applications. At this exhibition, we will propose "Kuraray Liquid Rubber" for sealing materials and adhesive applications. Exhibition Overview 29th China International Adhesives and Sealants Exhibition Official Exhibition Website: https://en.adhesiveshow.com/ *Please register in advance and come to the venue. Date September 15 (Tuesday) to 17 (Thursday), 2026 Venue Shanghai New International Expo Center Booth Location Booth Number: E3156

Kurare Trading Co., Ltd. will be exhibiting at the "6th Kyushu Heat Countermeasures Exhibition" held at Marine Messe Fukuoka. This exhibition is a specialized event focused on solving issues related to heat, taking place at a time when awareness of heat countermeasures is at its peak. We sincerely look forward to your visit.

Kurare Trading Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, President: Takeshi Yamada) will launch a monitoring material for visualizing the occurrence of spider mites, which are agricultural pests difficult to confirm visually, called "Purl Trap" -9 on May 12, 2025. Designed based on the behavioral characteristics of spider mites, it can be installed in fields or potted plants to capture spider mites with adhesive, allowing for visual confirmation of their occurrence. Since it does not use chemicals, it does not promote chemical resistance in spider mites.