Sustainability in Operations > Managing Chemicals

Regulated Materials for Manufacturing

The applications of all chemicals used in Samsung Electronics' sites world-wide are strictly restricted in line with country-specific laws, regulations and our internal 'Controlled Substance List'. To ensure that employees and suppliers use chemicals in safe working conditions, we support various activities such as on-site inspections and workplace improvements.

Chemical Safety Management Activities

  • Provide regular training for handling facilities and personnel
  • Offer specialized advanced training on chemical substances and accident prevention
  • Inspect handling facilities (usage, storage, etc.)
  • Establish safety measures for chemical handling facilities with expert diagnostics from specialized organizations

3 Steps of Chemical Substitution/Reduction

  • Development of
    alternative materials
    and reduction
    technologies

  • Mass production
    application

  • Effect
    analysis

Last updated June 27, 2025