Sumitomo Chemical has operations in 212 countries and with over 27,000 employees. It is a significant investor in R&D in such fields as life sciences, IT chemicals, and organic & inorganic chemical synthesis. Innovation, sustainability and corporate social responsibility are core to our business philosophy. 
Sumitomo Chemical is continually exploring new solutions in pest control to enhance the general quality of life, and to improve and secure food and fibre production. Sumitomo Chemical is a diversified chemical company operating six divisions – Agricultural Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Petrochemicals and plastics, Basic Chemicals, Fine Chemicals and IT Related chemicals. The company has a strong commitment to stated principles of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and contributing to society through its business activities. It also places great emphasis and devotes considerable resources to Responsible Care (RC) activities with focus on OH&S, Environmental Safety, Quality and Assurance and Ethical Business compliance.