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Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co

Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co., Inc., a leading player in the pharmaceutical industry, is headquartered in Japan. Established in 1847, the company has made significant strides in the development of transdermal drug delivery systems, particularly through its popular product lines such as Salonpas, which offers pain relief patches. Hisamitsu operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America, solidifying its presence in the global market. Renowned for its innovative approach, Hisamitsu focuses on pain management and dermatological products, setting itself apart with unique formulations that enhance patient compliance. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its product portfolio and strategic partnerships that bolster its market position. With a commitment to quality and innovation, Hisamitsu continues to be a trusted name in healthcare, dedicated to improving the lives of patients worldwide.

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How does Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

5

Industry Benchmark

Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co's score of 23 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co, headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 69,890,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, alongside significant Scope 3 emissions. The breakdown of emissions includes about 6,989,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 15,578,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Scope 3 emissions were notably high, with approximately 51,179,000 kg CO2e attributed to purchased goods and services, and around 25,651,000 kg CO2e from the end-of-life treatment of sold products. In 2021, the company recorded slightly lower emissions, with total Scope 1 and 2 emissions at about 69,230,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions included approximately 48,284,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. The trend indicates a relatively stable emission profile over the years, with minor fluctuations. Despite these figures, Hisamitsu has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon footprint reduction, yet it appears to be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments.

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Scope 1
6,986,000
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Scope 2
14,919,000
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Scope 3
100,228,000
000,000,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co's primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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