Human Rights Grievance Redress Mechanism
Nichino America, Inc., as part of the Nihon Nohyaku Group, is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards and respecting human rights across our entire value chain. In alignment with our Sustainability Basic Policy and the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, we have established this grievance mechanism to provide a transparent and accessible channel for stakeholders to report concerns regarding potential human rights violations.
Scope of the Mechanism This platform is available to any individual, group, or organization negatively impacted—or with reasonable grounds to believe they may be impacted—by the business activities of Nichino America, our subsidiaries, or our business partners (supply chain).
Our Commitment to You
- Anonymity: You may file a report anonymously. However, please note that providing contact information may facilitate a more thorough investigation.
- Non-Retaliation: We strictly prohibit any form of retaliation against individuals who submit grievances in good faith.
- Confidentiality: All personal data and case details will be managed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and used solely for the purpose of investigation and remediation.
The Process
- Submission: Grievance is received via the online form below.
- Confirmation: We will confirm receipt and assess the applicability of the case (typically within 15 business days).
- Investigation: Relevant departments will conduct a fact-finding investigation.
- Remediation: If a violation is confirmed, Nichino America will work to implement appropriate corrective measures and provide updates on progress.
2. The Grievance Form Structure