Hankook Tire & Technology is committed to ethical management as a global company, contributes to enhancing corporate value and national standing, fulfills its social responsibilities, and pursues sustainable growth together with all stakeholders, including customers, shareholders, business partners, workers, local communities, and the environment.

We actively adhere to and implement the following Ethical Management Principles as the standards for value judgment and conduct.

Hankook Tire & Technology places the environment at the core of its management principles. By establishing and implementing an environment-centered management system, we are committed to protecting the global environment and creating an environmentally friendly and sustainable future.

Fundamental Principles

Environmental management system

1. 1. An ESG Committee under the Board of Directors is established to deliberate and decide on key matters related to the implementation of environmental management policies and the improvement of environmental performance.
2. 2. An ESG Strategy Committee composed of top management discusses and determines company-wide environmental management directions and key environmental issues

Protection of the Global Environment

1. 1. We make continuous efforts and investments to protect the future of the global environment.

Environmental Management at Business Sites

To minimize environmental impacts at our business sites, we progressively reduce the input of resources required in the manufacturing process, expand recycling and resource recovery, and prevent the release of hazardous and polluting substances.

1. 1. We establish various environmental objectives and strive to achieve them in order to implement environmental management practices.
2. 2. We minimize energy consumption and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by improving energy efficiency and expanding the use of renewable energy.
3. 3. We review environmental and health impacts to ensure the safe use of chemical substances and properly dispose of them in compliance with applicable laws after use.
4. 4. We strictly manage waste in accordance with legal standards and reduce waste generation through recycling and other resource recovery initiatives.
5. 5. We minimize adverse impacts on the surrounding environment, including water pollution, air pollution, soil contamination, and waste generation, arising from product manufacturing activities.

Water Resource Protection

Recognizing water as an essential resource for humanity and ecosystems, we manage water pollutants based on internal standards stricter than legal requirements and make efforts to protect water resources by recycling water used in production processes.

1. 1. We manage water withdrawal related to products and services and reduce overall water consumption.
2. 2. We expand the reuse and recycling of water to conserve water resources.
3. 3. We minimize environmental impacts through the proper treatment of wastewater and water quality management arising from production activities.

Product Responsibility

We recognize the environment as a critical management factor for corporate sustainability and acknowledge responsibility not only for environmental impacts during manufacturing but also for those arising during product use.
From the product design stage onward, we continuously conduct research to reduce environmental impacts by considering the entire product life cycle.

1. 1. From the development stage, we identify potential environmental impacts across the entire life cycle of products and services and strive to improve them.
2. 2. We develop and manufacture products that promote sustainability through the use of sustainable raw materials and improvements in fuel efficiency, noise reduction, and durability during product use.

Climate Change

Recognizing climate change as an urgent global challenge with severe impacts on humanity and ecosystems, we strive to fulfill our corporate roles and responsibilities.
We support the Paris Agreement and will participate in global efforts to limit the increase in global temperatures to within 1.5°C by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and implementing climate change adaptation measures.

1. 1. We minimize energy consumption and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by improving energy efficiency across our operations.
2. 2. We reduce greenhouse gas emissions through the transition to renewable energy and the use of environmentally friendly energy sources.
3. 3. We reduce greenhouse gas emissions through the introduction of innovative emission reduction technologies.

Supply Chain Management

We recognize that environmental impacts arising within the supply chain for product manufacturing are also our responsibility and work in cooperation with suppliers to reduce the environmental impacts of supplied products and services.

1. 1. We conduct environmental and sustainability assessments when entering into contracts with suppliers and reflect assessment results in procurement decision-making.
2. 2. We identify optimal transportation distances and select appropriate modes of transportation to reduce environmental impacts arising from the transportation of raw materials and products.

Compliance Evaluation

We establish policies and mid- to long-term performance targets for environmental factors that may impact the environment through business activities and regularly review progress to reduce environmental impacts.

1. 1. We proactively identify and seek to reduce environmental impacts that may arise from the industries related to our business activities through cooperation with business partners.
2. 2. We conduct environmental due diligence during mergers and acquisitions to identify and minimize environmental risks.

[Hankook Tire & Technology Environmental Targets]

Communication

To ensure transparent disclosure of environmental impacts and related activities arising from our business operations, we actively communicate with stakeholders.

1. 1. We continuously engage and communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including government authorities, workers, and suppliers, to assess and reduce environmental impacts arising from corporate activities.

Hankook & Tire Technology establishes this Safety and Health Policy based on its management principle of prioritizing safety and health. Through the elimination of risk factors across all business operations and the effective implementation of preventive and protective measures, we aim to minimize safety and health risks, provide a safe and healthy working environment, and contribute to the well-being and quality of life of all individuals.

Safety and Health Fundamental Principles

Hankook Tire & Technology (hereinafter referred to as “we”) pursues sound and sustainable growth together with all stakeholders, including customers, business partners, shareholders, local communities, and workers, by fulfilling our corporate social responsibilities. Based on the principles of integrity and ethical management, we uphold our Code of Ethics as the standard for value judgment and conduct and strive to put these principles into practice.

Hankook Tire & Technology operates an ESG Committee under the Board of Directors, an ESG Strategy Committee chaired by the Chief Executive Officer, and a Supplier Committee under the ESG Strategy Committee to oversee the establishment and implementation of ESG policies and to systematically monitor compliance and ethical management across the entire supply chain.

To promote shared growth with our Suppliers, Hankook Tire & Technology shares this Supplier Code of Conduct with our Suppliers and expects our Suppliers to respect and comply with its requirements. This Code applies not only to Hankook Tire & Technology’s suppliers and their employees, but also to agencies, representatives, and contractors that have contractual relationships with Hankook Tire & Technology, as well as all lower-tier suppliers without a direct contractual relationship (collectively referred to as “Suppliers”).

Hankook Tire & Technology distributes this Code of Conduct to Suppliers prior to entering into a business relationship. We expect our Suppliers to familiarize themselves with the contents of this Code, share it with and provide training to their employees, and support compliance.

Hankook Tire & Technology (hereinafter referred to as “we”) recognizes the importance of sustainable supply chain management. Through this Policy, we aim to minimize supply chain risks, build a sustainable supply chain together with our Suppliers, and strengthen partnerships to jointly realize the future of mobility.

Hankook Tire & Technology applies this Policy to all suppliers that conduct business with Hankook Tire & Technology’s globally connected operations. Hankook Tire & Technology reviews and revises this Policy as necessary to reflect changes in international standards, laws and regulations, regulatory frameworks, and supply chain risks. We transparently disclose any revised Policy to stakeholders through the Company’s website and other appropriate channels. All revisions are finalized upon approval by the Board of Directors and senior management.

1. Sustainable Raw Material Sourcing and Environmental Impact Minimization

1. 1.1) Scope and Principles
2. Hankook Tire & Technology seeks to minimize environmental and social impacts throughout the entire lifecycle of raw and auxiliary material sourcing and use. This Policy applies to the Company and all Suppliers across the supply chain, including tier-1 and all lower-tier suppliers.
3. We expect our Suppliers to avoid sourcing practices that cause illegal environmental damage or pollution and to comply with applicable national, regional, and local laws. We maintain management systems aligned with international standards to enhance transparency and accountability across the supply chain.
4. 1.2) Biodiversity Conservation
5. Hankook Tire & Technology expects our Suppliers not to source raw materials from areas of high biodiversity importance and not to engage in sourcing practices that cause deforestation, forest degradation, or the destruction of peatlands.
6. 1.3) Climate and Energy Transition
7. Hankook Tire & Technology establishes and implements greenhouse gas reduction targets aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) across the supply chain in support of the Paris Agreement.
8. We aim to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 and source 100% sustainable raw materials. We continuously promote improvements in energy efficiency and the expanded use of renewable energy across the supply chain.
9. 1.4) Resource Efficiency, Pollution Reduction, and Circular Economy
10. Hankook Tire & Technology works to conserve water resources and prevent water and soil pollution, minimize air pollutant emissions, and identify and mitigate risks that may impact local communities and ecosystems, including noise and vibration.
11. We strive to minimize unnecessary resource use and emissions of hazardous substances and waste, while promoting a circular economy through the expanded use of bio-based and recycled raw and auxiliary materials.
12. 1.5) Transparency, Corrective Actions, and Supply Chain Requirements
13. Hankook Tire & Technology expects our Suppliers to provide detailed information on the origin and sourcing locations of raw materials. We prioritize third-party verification based on global standards such as ISCC PLUS and ISO 14001 to enhance traceability and credibility. We continuously identify and monitor potential environmental impacts, and where adverse impacts are identified, we promptly implement preventive, mitigation, and corrective actions.
14. We expect our tier-1 Suppliers to apply and manage this Policy across lower-tier suppliers at an equivalent or higher level. We expect our Suppliers to retain and submit relevant compliance evidence and data and, where necessary, cooperate with verification activities, including document reviews and on-site inspections.

2. Respect for Human Rights and Labor Rights

1. Hankook Tire & Technology integrates respect for human rights and labor rights into its purchasing and supplier management practices and is committed to preventing involvement in human rights violations throughout its value chain.
2. We comply with applicable laws and regulations in all countries where we operate and place the highest priority on human dignity, human values, equality, and non-discrimination.
3. We respect and support internationally recognized human rights standards, including the International Bill of Human Rights, the principles of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGP), the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises, and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. We seek ways to apply the higher standard to the extent possible where local laws conflict with international standards.
4. 2.1) Human Rights Due Diligence
5. Hankook Tire & Technology requires and expects its suppliers to establish and operate human rights due diligence processes to identify, prevent, mitigate, and remediate adverse human rights impacts on stakeholders, including workers.
   We expect such due diligence to include, at a minimum, risk identification, improvement actions and monitoring, internal and external communication, and grievance and remediation procedures.
6. 2.2) Risk Identification
7. We identify and evaluate human rights risks across the supply chain using stakeholder engagement outcomes, country/industry/region risk indicators, grievance data, and prior assessment results. We expect our Suppliers to cooperate in assessments and provide relevant information as requested based on this analysis.
8. 2.3) Risk Improvement and Monitoring
9. We prioritize identified human rights risks based on severity, significance, and likelihood and requires appropriate corrective actions to be implemented where necessary.
10. Where critical issues are identified, we expect suppliers to take immediate corrective actions. We monitor the implementation status and effectiveness of such actions through our supplier governance and management processes.
11. 2.4) Human Rights Grievance Channels
12. We operate and maintains grievance channels to prevent and address human rights violations within the supply chain.
13. We expect our Suppliers to ensure that Suppliers and their employees and other relevant stakeholders are informed of available grievance mechanisms and to cooperate with grievance handling processes, including internal mechanisms and, where appropriate, Hankook Tire & Technology’s grievance channel.
14. 2.5) Fundamental Human Rights Principles
15. We expect our Suppliers to comply with the “Basic Principles” set out in Article 5 of Hankook Tire & Technology’s Human Rights Policy, including the prohibition of forced labor and child labor, non-discrimination and anti-harassment, freedom of association and collective bargaining, compliance with working conditions and livelihood stability, responsible supply chain management, protection of community rights, and personal information protection.

3. Respect for Land Use Rights

1. Hankook Tire & Technology requires all Suppliers to strictly comply with applicable laws and regulations related to land acquisition, land use, and development in the countries where they operate.
2. We expect our Suppliers to respect local communities and the environment in the process of acquiring, using, or developing land and to secure land use rights through legitimate and transparent procedures. Where violations of land use laws or rights are identified, Hankook Tire & Technology may review the business relationship and take appropriate corrective or remedial measures.

4. Prohibition of Misconduct

1. Hankook Tire & Technology applies a zero-tolerance policy toward corruption, bribery, and any other forms of misconduct throughout its supply chain.
2. We are committed to ensuring free and fair competition and reserve the right to take necessary and appropriate measures to remediate harm where anti-competitive or unethical practices are identified.
3. Where misconduct is identified or suspected, all relevant parties are required to report such matters without delay through the grievance mechanisms set forth in Article 8 of this Policy. Reporters shall be protected in accordance with the principles of confidentiality and non-retaliation.

5. Hankook Tire & Technology Supplier Management Process

Hankook Tire & Technology operates a structured supplier management process to integrate sustainability considerations into procurement decisions and supply chain management.

6. Training and Disclosure

1. 6.1) Training
2. Hankook Tire & Technology provides training programs to ensure that employees understand the importance of sustainable purchasing and are able to effectively integrate sustainability considerations into their daily procurement and supplier management activities.
3. Through such training, we strengthen sustainability awareness and build the capabilities required to implement sustainable purchasing practices.
4. 6.2) Disclosure
5. Hankook Tire & Technology discloses information on our sustainable purchasing policies, performance targets, and implementation status through appropriate channels, including ESG reports and our website.
6. Such disclosures are updated on a regular basis to ensure transparency and enable stakeholders to clearly understand Hankook Tire & Technology’s sustainability efforts and commitments.

7. Confidentiality and Information Security

1. 7.1) Confidentiality
2. Hankook Tire & Technology processes confidential information and personal data only to the minimum extent necessary and within the defined purpose. We prohibit external disclosure or provision without prior consent or a legal basis.
3. 7.2) Information Security
4. We manage access to information based on the principle of least privilege and grant, review, and revoke access rights on a regular basis.
5. We implement encryption for sensitive information during storage and transmission and operate continuous controls, including log monitoring, vulnerability management, and physical security measures.
6. Personal data is processed in compliance with applicable laws, including consent and notice requirements, and is securely destroyed using irreversible methods upon expiration of the retention period. Where cross-border data transfers are required, we comply with all applicable legal requirements.
7. In the event of a suspected or confirmed security incident, we require immediate reporting, in principle within 24 hours, and prompt implementation of containment, investigation, legally required notifications, and recurrence prevention measures.

8. Grievance Handling

1. 8.1) Receipt of Grievances
2. Hankook Tire & Technology operates channels through all workers including executives and employees and other individuals or organizations may report procurement-related grievances or concerns.
   
3. ※ Representative Reporting Channels
4. ㆍ Global : https://www.hankookandcompany.com/en/misconduct-reporting/misconduct-reporting-guide.do
   ㆍ Korea : https://www.hankookandcompany.com/ko/misconduct-reporting/misconduct-reporting-guide.do
   ㆍ Ethics Reporting Email: ethics@hankookn.com
5. 8.2) Handling and Escalation
6. Response measures are determined based on court precedents, regulatory guidance, and internal practices. Where a reported case involves a high likelihood of legal or regulatory violations, potential impacts on community rights, or significant reputational risks, response measures may be discussed at senior management or Board level.
7. 8.3) Protection of Reporters
8. We expect our Suppliers to collect and use personal data only to the minimum extent necessary for legitimate purposes and to comply with the principles of purpose limitation, data minimization, retention, and secure disposal.

Sound corporate activities are valuable social contribution activities. Hankook Tire & Technology offers a solution for the company and local community to co-prosper through social contribution activities that will allow corporate capabilities to create social values.

Hankook Tire & Technology supports and respects internationally recognized human rights principles and is committed to ensuring that we are not complicit in human rights abuses throughout our entire business operations. We firmly recognize that human rights as a universal value of humanity and are dedicated to embedding these values into all aspects of our management and operations.

As a socially responsible corporate citizen, we comply with the laws of each country where we operate and contribute to the healthy development of society by respecting and protecting human rights. We place the highest priority on human dignity and value, fulfilling our responsibility to promote and uphold human rights throughout all business activities.

To fulfill our responsibility to respect human rights, we uphold and adhere to internationally recognized labor and human rights standards, including the International Bill of Human Rights, the principles of the UN Global Compact, the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs), the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises, and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. While we strictly comply with local labor laws of all countries of operation, in cases where local laws conflict with international standards, we seek ways to apply the higher standard to the extent possible.

1. Scope of Application

1. This policy applies to all stakeholders connected to Hankook Tire & Technology through its business activities. We are committed to preventing and addressing adverse human rights impacts on all stakeholders throughout our value chain, including all workers at our global operations (permanent, contract, temporary, foreign, and migrant workers, etc.) as well as employees of our suppliers and business partners, our customers, and local communities. Furthermore, we expect our suppliers and business partners to adhere to this policy and to ensure that their own suppliers and subcontractors also respect these standards.

2. Governance

1. The ESG Committee under the Board of Directors, the highest decision-making body for ESG at Hankook Tire & Technology, oversees ESG management activities, including ESG policies, goals, and performance. The ESG Strategy Committee, composed of senior management, establishes the strategic direction for key ESG priorities, including human rights management. Together, the Board-level ESG Committee and the executive-level ESG Strategy Committee play a vital role in supervising the overall human rights management system and deliberating on major human rights issues.
2. The Executive & Employee Committee convenes three times a year to review the implementation of human rights management, including strategies, processes, key indicators, target setting, and performance. Composed of executives and working-level representatives from relevant functions such as HR, Corporate Culture, and ESG, the committee drives the continuous improvements and effective operation of the human rights management system.

3. Human Rights Due Diligence

1. Hankook Tire & Technology has established a Human Rights Due Diligence process to identify, prevent, and remediate adverse human rights impacts on our workers and stakeholders. Through this process —which encompasses risk identification, improvement activities and monitoring, internal and external communication, and grievance and remediation procedures—we proactively detect human rights risks and protect human rights by implementing targeted improvement initiatives for such risks.
2. 3.1) Risk Identification & Assessment
   We identify human rights risk factors that may arise throughout our business operations and supply chains and evaluate their potential impact on stakeholders. To ensure a comprehensive analysis, we assess risks using both indirect data—such as stakeholder communication, risk exposure by country, industry, and region, and emerging issues—and direct data, including grievance reports, stakeholder feedback, and historical audit results. Based on these insights, we determine vulnerable stakeholder groups and select priority targets for assessment.
   For these targets, we provide evaluation indicators and guidelines to conduct desktop assessments, followed by the establishment of improvement plans based on the results. Representative examples include the annual Worker Human Rights Impact Assessment and Supplier ESG Evaluation. If the desktop assessment results indicate the need for further verification of specific risks, we may conduct on-site due diligence measures such as interviews, physical inspections, and system audits.
3. 3.2) Risk Mitigation and Monitoring
   We prioritize identified human rights risks by comprehensively analyzing their significance, severity and likelihood. Subsequently, relevant working-level departments establish and implement corrective action plans. For suppliers, immediate corrective action is mandated for critical issues. The Employee Committee continuously monitors the implementation status and effectiveness of these measures to ensure root cause remediation and mitigate adverse impacts.

4. Grievance Mechanism

1. Hankook Tire & Technology operates Grievance channels accessible to all stakeholders to proactively prevent and address human rights violations. If you witness non-compliance with human rights principles or cases of human rights violations, please report them through our dedicated channels. We are committed to seeking the best remedial actions for such reported cases, ensuring remediation for affected parties, and establishing recurrence prevention plans.
   
   Furthermore, critical issues are escalated to top management for the discussion of remediation plans. The identity of the reporter and the content of the report are kept strictly confidential and maintain a zero-tolerance policy against retaliation or any form of disadvantages toward the informant.
2. 1) Human Rights Issue Reporting Channel & Handling Procedure
3. (1) Ethical Management Reporting Channel https://www.hankooktire.com/global/en/misconduct-reporting/misconduct-reporting-guide.html
4. (2) Reports Handling Procedure:
5. [Receipt] → [Investigation] → [Resolution & Closure] → [Verification]
6. Step 1. Receipt: Official registration of the report.
7. Step 2. Fact-finding Investigation: Objective verification of facts and evidence.
8. Step 3. Resolution & Closure: Implementation of remedial actions and closing of the case.
9. Step 4. Verification of Results: Monitoring effectiveness and preventing recurrence.

5. Basic Principles

1. 5.1) Prohibition of Forced Labor
2. (1) Principle: We strictly prohibit any form of forced labor that unreasonably restricts an individual’s mental or physical freedom.
   
3. (2) Management Areas
4. - Prohibition of all forms of involuntary labor—including debt bondage, forced overtime, forced prison labor, human trafficking, and modern slavery—that go against free will.
   - Prohibition of withholding original personal documents, such as passports and identification cards.
   - Prohibition of imposing recruitment fees on workers.
   - Guarantee of freedom of movement and access to rest facilities, dormitories, and restrooms.
   - Provision of important documents, such as labor contracts, wage deduction details, and regulations, in a language understood by workers.
   - Guarantee of the freedom to resign (or terminate employment).
   - Prohibition of utilizing supply chains involved in forced labor and implementation of regular monitoring.
5. 5.2) Prohibition of Child Labor
6. (1) Principle: We comply with the minimum employment age defined by local laws and regulations in each country and region and strictly prohibit child labor.
7. (2) Management Areas
8. - Prohibition of employing children under the age of 15.
   - For young workers under the age of 18, prohibit assignment to night shifts, overtime work or duties that are hazardous to their safety and health, where such assignment would violate local laws.
   - Implementation of age verification procedures during the recruitment process.
9. 5.3) Prohibition of Discrimination and Harassment
10. (1) Principle: We prohibit all forms of discrimination and respect Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Furthermore, we are committed to protecting workers from workplace harassment and sexual harassment, and we implement protection and remedial measures should any such incidents occur.
    
11. (2) Management Areas
12. - Prohibition of discrimination based on race, age, gender, nationality, ethnicity, disability, religion, pregnancy, union membership, marital status, social status, sexual orientation, political opinion, family status, physical condition, or medical history(disease).
    - Provision of equal working conditions throughout the entire employment lifecycle, including recruitment, job assignments, promotion, training, wages, benefits, and separation.
    - Payment of wages to both women and men based on equal criteria, and prohibition of all forms of gender-based discrimination.
    - Commitment to respecting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and fostering a culture of DEI.
    - Prohibition of all forms of workplace harassment—including physical, psychological, and verbal abuse—and the protection of workers.
    - Prohibition of all acts that cause sexual humiliation or discomfort, including workplace sexual harassment.
    - Operation of victim protection and remedial systems in the event of an occurrence.
13. 5.4) Guarantee of Freedom of Association and Right to Collective Bargaining
14. (1) Principle: We guarantee communication opportunities between the company and all workers. In accordance with the labor laws of each country and region, we guarantee the freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining. Furthermore, we ensure no worker is subject to disadvantage for reasons such as joining, participating in, or forming a labor union.
15. (2) Management Areas
16. - Guarantee of workers' freedom of association.
    - Recognition and respect for workers' right to collective bargaining.
    - Prohibition of any disadvantage or unfair treatment resulting from joining, participating in, or forming a labor union.
    - Gathering of opinions regarding the working environment and implementation of continuous improvements.
17. 5.5) Compliance with Working Conditions and Livelihood Stability
18. (1) Principle: We comply with all working conditions, including minimum wage, working hours, and leave, as mandated by the laws of each country and region. Furthermore, by providing an appropriate level of wages, we contribute to the livelihood stability of workers and the qualitative improvement of working conditions.
19. (2) Management Areas
20. - Compliance with laws and regulations related to working conditions, including working hours, holidays and leave, maternity/parental leave and social insurance enrollment.
    - Discouraging excessive working hours, prohibiting forced overtime, and ensuring compensation for overtime work in accordance with local laws.
    - Payment of wages exceeding the legal minimum wage and striving to ensure Living Wage to enable our workers and their families to maintain a decent standard of living.
    - Prohibition of unfair wage deductions; in cases of legitimate deductions under relevant laws, detailed wage statements must be provided.
21. 5.6) Responsible Supply Chain Management
22. (1) Principle: We manage human rights risks that may arise in all business activities—from raw material procurement to consumption—and are committed to protecting stakeholders.
23. (2) Management Areas
24. - Prevention of human rights violations during production, distribution, procurement, and sales of raw materials, parts, equipment, and finished products.
    - Stipulation of supply chain management principles through sustainable procurement policies and supplier sustainability guidelines and management of human rights within the supply chain based on these standards.
    - Efforts to establish a sustainable supply chain through supplier support, training, and ESG assessments.
    - Protection of all other vulnerable stakeholders within the supply chain.
25. 5.7) Protection of Human Rights in Local Communities
26. (1) Principle: We protect the human rights of local communities and residents in the regions where our business sites are located.
27. (2) Management Areas
28. - Respect for the rights of local communities and Indigenous Peoples, and prevention of adverse human rights impacts.
    - Efforts to protect and support vulnerable stakeholders within local communities.
    - Listening to and reviewing the opinions of local community stakeholders and striving to obtain Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) in accordance with relevant international standards and national laws.
29. 5.8) Personal Information Protection
30. (1) Principle: We are committed to protecting the personal information of all stakeholders, including workers, suppliers, customers, and visitors.
31. (2) Management Areas
32. - Protection of stakeholders' personal information in strict compliance with the privacy laws of each country and region.
    - Implementation of technical and managerial measures to protect information collected for business purposes, and continuous improvement of information security systems.
    - Conducting regular inspections of data privacy compliance to prevent misuse, leakage, and unauthorized access.

[Background and Purpose]

Hankook Tire & Technology exercises due diligence across its entire supply chain to ensure that raw materials are not sourced from conflict-affected and high-risk areas where serious human rights violations may occur.

This policy is based on Hankook Tire & Technology’s commitment to comply with Section 1502 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, the European Union Regulation (EC/2017/821), and its responsibilities as a responsible corporate citizen.

Through this policy, the Company aims to prevent mineral extraction and trade from supporting armed conflict, human rights abuses, environmental destruction, or other unethical practices, and to establish a culture of responsible mineral sourcing throughout the supply chain.

[Policy Statement]

Hankook Tire & Technology is committed to the responsible sourcing of the following minerals Tin, Tantalum, Tungsten, and Gold (collectively referred to as “3TG Conflict Minerals”), and Other Responsible Minerals, including Cobalt, Nickel, Lithium, Copper, Mica, and Graphite.
The Company evaluates and manages its supply chain based on the Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) and the OECD Due Diligence Guidance, and conducts transparent procurement activities that meet the expectations of customers and other stakeholders.

[Supply Chain Requirements]

All suppliers are required to comply with the following

1. Suppliers shall not use minerals mined from conflict-affected and high-risk areas (CAHRAs), and shall submit country-of-origin documentation and RMI due diligence reporting templates (CMRT or EMRT) at least once per year.

2. Suppliers shall implement the RMI Responsible Minerals Assurance Process (RMAP) or an equivalent certification scheme within their supply chain.

3. Suppliers shall operate a due diligence process in accordance with the OECD Due Diligence Guidance or equivalent internationally recognized standards.

4. Suppliers shall cooperate in good faith with on-site audits or the submission of additional documentation upon the Company’s request.

[Hankook Tire & Technology’s Commitment to Action]

Hankook Tire & Technology promotes responsible mineral sourcing under the following principles

1. Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in countries where the Company and its supply chain operate.

2. Conducting transparent supply chain due diligence in collaboration with suppliers and periodically sharing the results.

3. Establishing a long-term responsible minerals sourcing framework through cooperation with customers, suppliers, the RMI, and other stakeholders.

4. Promptly transitioning to alternative supply sources where unethical sourcing practices are identified, to the extent commercially practicable.

[Assessment Process]

[Scope of Covered Countries]

For the purposes of this policy, Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas (Covered Countries and/or CAHRAs) include:

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and countries that share internationally recognized borders with the DRC, namely Angola, Burundi, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia.

Conflict-affected and high-risk areas as defined by the OECD and EU Regulation (EC/2017/821).

The list of covered countries is subject to regular updates and may be expanded beyond the DRC and its adjoining countries.

Hankook Tire & Technology practices the return of corporate profits to society through an honest tax payment. The company does not take advantage of tax rate structures or tax systems for tax avoidance, and it does not pass on any revenue generated to countries with lower tax rates.

Hankook Tire & Technology recognizes that nature and ecosystems form the foundation of human life and industrial activity. The Company is committed to minimizing its impacts on biodiversity throughout all stages of its business operations and to contributing to a sustainable future through harmony with nature.

This Policy applies to all domestic and overseas business sites, subsidiaries, and employees of Hankook Tire & Technology. In addition, the Company will continuously review and promote the application of the principles of this Policy across its entire value chain, including first-tier suppliers and beyond.

[Fundamental Principles for Biodiversity Protection]

1. Compliance with International Standards and Regulations

Hankook Tire & Technology respects global biodiversity frameworks and standards, including the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and the IUCN Guidelines for Protected Areas. The Company endeavors to comply with all applicable national, regional, and local environmental and biodiversity-related laws and regulations in the jurisdictions where it operates.

2. Commitment to No Net Loss and Net Positive Impact

Hankook Tire & Technology continuously reviews measures to reduce biodiversity loss that may arise from its business activities. The Company aims to minimize adverse impacts and offset unavoidable impacts by pursuing a No Net Loss approach, while progressively seeking opportunities to enhance ecosystem health and achieve a Net Positive Impact.

3. Precautionary Approach and Continuous Monitoring

For new business projects, facility expansions, and other major operations, Hankook Tire & Technology strives to identify, prevent, and mitigate potential environmental and biodiversity-related risks in advance. During ongoing operations, key environmental indicators are monitored, and improvement measures are reviewed and implemented as necessary.

4. Collaboration with the Supply Chain and Local Communities

Hankook Tire & Technology works in collaboration with local communities to mitigate biodiversity-related risks and to support conditions that enable natural ecosystems to recover and regenerate. The Company also seeks to mitigate risks in high-risk areas by considering land-use change, habitat impacts, and other biodiversity-related factors across its supply chain.

[Biodiversity Management Process]

Site Location Analysis ▶ Identification of Dependencies and Impacts ▶ Identification of Risks and Opportunities ▶ Development and Implementation of Mitigation Plans ▶ Disclosure

Hankook Tire & Technology recognizes that forests are a critical natural carbon sink in addressing climate change and an essential resource for maintaining ecological balance and human well-being. The Company has established this No Deforestation Policy to ensure that raw materials used in its manufacturing processes are sourced from resources produced without deforestation or forest degradation.

This Policy applies to all domestic and overseas business sites, subsidiaries, and employees of Hankook Tire & Technology. The Company also expects the principles of this Policy to be reflected throughout its entire value chain, including forest-related raw materials and ancillary materials used in product manufacturing, as well as all tiers of the supply chain, including first-tier suppliers and beyond.

[Fundamental Principles of the No Deforestation Policy]

1. 1. Pursuit of No Deforestation Operations
2. Hankook Tire & Technology pursues business operations that do not contribute to deforestation, in order to protect the global environment and conserve biodiversity. The Company recognizes forests as a vital natural asset that provides essential ecosystem services, including climate regulation, air purification, and habitat provision, and is committed to promoting the sustainable use of forest resources.
3. 2. Minimization of Forest Impacts and Restoration Efforts
4. Hankook Tire & Technology strives to minimize impacts on forests across all stages of its business activities. Where impacts are unavoidable, the Company seeks to reduce their extent through appropriate mitigation and restoration measures. The Company refrains from initiating new development activities that cause deforestation or forest degradation and, in cases of business withdrawal or site closure, progressively implements measures to restore green spaces and forest areas in the affected regions.
5. 3. Management of Deforestation Risks in the Supply Chain
6. Hankook Tire & Technology identifies and assesses deforestation-related risks across its supply chain and encourages all suppliers, including first-tier and lower-tier suppliers, to understand and comply with this No Deforestation Policy.
7. 4. Commitment to Net Zero Deforestation
8. Hankook Tire & Technology progressively implements forest protection and restoration activities in and around its business sites and is committed to achieving Net Zero Deforestation by 2050, in alignment with its long-term objective of sustainable business operations and environmental stewardship.
9. 5. Governance and Monitoring Framework
10. Hankook Tire & Technology establishes appropriate procedures and governance structures to ensure that forest-related considerations are adequately integrated into its overall business activities. Through these mechanisms, the Company systematically manages the implementation of this Policy and conducts regular monitoring to assess progress and effectiveness.