We believe that a hazardous substance exceeding environmental standards has been spilled from our plant outside our company’s boundaries.
Spill location: Takagawa River (near 18 Yoshino-cho, Suita City) Spilled substance: Analyzed by the competent government agency
| toxic substance | Measured value | Environmental standard value |
|---|---|---|
| Pb (lead) | 0.062 mg/L | 0.01mg/L |
| As (arsenic) | 0.019 mg/L | 0.01mg/L |
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience or concern this may cause to our neighbors.
Runoff and Environmental Impact
Although the outflow continues to this day,
No fish or other casualties have been confirmed in the vicinity, and since there is no water intake downstream, there is no impact on human health.
We are currently working to minimize the impact while seeking instructions and guidance from the competent government agencies.
The article published by the government office is available at the following website.
Kanzaki River Water Pollution Control Liaison Council Press Release
*Environmental Conservation Division, Environment Department, Suita City, Suita, Japan Groundwater contamination in the Yoshino-cho area, Suita City (Second Report)
http://www.city.suita.osaka.jp/home/soshiki/div-kankyo/kankyohozen/_59564/_60138.html
*Environmental Conservation Division, Environment Department, Suita City Water pollution in the Takagawa River in the Yoshino-cho area of Suita City
http://www.city.suita.osaka.jp/home/soshiki/div-kankyo/kankyohozen/_60240.html
