BANBANSON 2026 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report
BANBANSON｜BeyondSeams™
(Covering Fiscal Year 2025)
Pioneering Sustainable Hot Melt Adhesive Tech for the Global Apparel Industry
Chapter 1: Message from the Founder & CEO — Grounded in Conscience, Coexisting with the World
I have always firmly believed in a core business truth: a company's operating model is fundamentally a manifestation of its founder's character. This personality and underlying philosophy plant the "seeds" of the enterprise today, which inevitably determine the "fruits" of its long-term future.
In recent years, the global market has eagerly discussed "environmental protection" and "sustainability," emphasizing that humanity must coexist harmoniously with the Earth. However, at BANBANSON, we view this as merely one dimension of sustainable development. We believe that true ESG should never be just a slogan to cater to the market; rather, it must stem from the inner conscience of the enterprise. Because we possess a conscience, we naturally care for the environment; because we possess a conscience, we naturally consider the harmonious coexistence between people, and between enterprises.
Looking back over the past decade, we chose a path that is arduous yet honorable. We adamantly refuse to participate in vicious market competition. Instead, we advocate for mutual benefit, mutual assistance, and technological breakthroughs—solving the difficult problems that others are reluctant to touch. We have dedicated a significant portion of our profits to the continuous upgrading of hot-melt technology and the development of seamless products. We do this, on one hand, because we absolutely will not compromise with the pollution caused by traditional processes to our factory's surrounding environment and residents; on the other hand, it is our deep desire to drive the entire industry towards a cleaner, more sustainable, and environmentally protective future.
What we pursue is the Eastern philosophy: "Virtue surpasses Talent; Magnanimity surpasses Virtue" (才不如德，德不如量). I believe that the true success of an enterprise lies not merely in massive economic gains, but in its unique contributions to the industry, as well as the comprehensive evaluation it receives from society and the environment.
As ancient wisdom states: "Go with the flow of the world, and meet the needs of humanity." Today, facing the global apparel brands' transition toward PFAS-free (C0) technologies and material transformations, BANBANSON is dedicating all its efforts to developing technologies that solve these environmental bottlenecks restricting industry development. As a member of this Earth, we hold fast to the belief of "low-profile innovation and collaborative mutual assistance," striving to build a harmonious and benevolent enterprise, contributing our most solid strength to the well-being of humanity and the protection of our planet.
Decarbonizing High Polymer Modified Seam Tape Production
Chapter 2: Climate Change & Energy Management — Decarbonization from the Source
Under the severe challenge of global climate change, BANBANSON deeply recognizes the critical role the manufacturing sector plays in the decarbonization journey. We do not view energy management merely as a compliance requirement, but as a core strategy to optimize production efficiency and actualize our corporate conscience. Through meticulous data monitoring and continuous infrastructure iteration, we are steadily building a transparent and traceable zero-carbon operational path.
1. Meticulous Optimization and Results of Energy Consumption
Operating as a seamless material production base with world-class capacity, we prioritize the enhancement of Energy Efficiency. For the 2025 fiscal year, our facility's total electricity consumption was recorded at 1,230,915 KWh. By implementing a 100% LED energy-saving retrofit across the entire facility and deeply optimizing high-energy-consuming production equipment (such as variable-frequency motors), we successfully reduced our total annual electricity consumption by 7.47% compared to 2024, while maintaining and even exceeding previous production capacities. This represents not only a reduction in operational costs but also a solid step forward in our absolute energy control.
2. Precise Control of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions
Given the nature of our dry hot-melt process, BANBANSON’s primary carbon emissions originate from the electricity consumption required for production (Scope 2 indirect emissions). We conduct rigorous accounting and monitoring of this; in 2025, our total GHG emissions were strictly controlled at 720 tons. This clear baseline data provides a scientific foundation for establishing more aggressive decarbonization targets in the future.
3. Introduction of Renewable Energy: Rooftop Solar PV System Deployment
In the process of driving our energy structure transformation, we have taken the lead in deploying an initial Solar Photovoltaic (PV) power generation system on our facility's rooftops. Currently, the clean electricity generated by this system has been successfully integrated into our daily operational network, effectively offsetting our reliance on traditional fossil-fuel electricity. This is not only our preliminary exploration into green energy but also a physical manifestation of our long-term decarbonization commitment.
4. Future Outlook and Decarbonization Roadmap
Looking ahead, BANBANSON has formulated a clear blueprint for energy upgrading. Firstly, we are actively conducting on-site assessments with plans to further expand our solar PV array, aiming to significantly increase the proportion of renewable energy in our total electricity consumption. Secondly, regarding production equipment, we will continue to optimize and introduce new-generation twin-screw extrusion equipment with even higher energy conversion efficiency. With steady steps, we will assist global outdoor brand clients in achieving their 2028 supply chain zero-carbon targets.
Zero-Wastewater Dry Process in Waterproof Sealing Solutions
Chapter 3: Disruptive Green Manufacturing & Absolute Water Protection
The traditional garment accessories and textile processing industries have long carried the heavy burden of high pollution and high water consumption. However, at BANBANSON, we believe that true environmental protection should not merely be "End-of-pipe Treatment," but a fundamental genetic restructuring from the source of production technology.
1. The Structural Environmental Advantage of Dry Hot-Melt Technology
Our proud BEYONDSEAM™ tapes and seamless solutions are entirely built upon advanced hot-melt technology. Compared to traditional lamination techniques that rely on toxic chemical solvents, our production lines absolutely do not use, nor do they emit, any harmful Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) or polluting solvents during operation. This clean manufacturing process, rooted in physical properties, grants us an unparalleled structural environmental advantage.
2. Achieving "Zero Industrial Wastewater Discharge"
In today's world where water resources are increasingly depleted, BANBANSON guards every drop of water with extremely stringent standards. In 2025, our entire facility's total water consumption was only 5,926 tons. More importantly, 100% of this water was utilized solely for employees' daily living, drinking, and basic sanitary facilities. No industrial wastewater was generated in our core manufacturing processes. We can proudly announce to our global partners: BANBANSON is a modernized production base capable of achieving "Zero Industrial Wastewater Discharge," bringing our pollution risk to the local hydrological ecology down to absolute zero.
Upcycling TPU/PU Offcuts from Premium Seam Tape Manufacturing
Chapter 4: Industrial Circular Economy — The Closed-Loop Commitment to Material Rebirth
A truly sustainable enterprise does not take resource consumption for granted, nor does it allow a single inch of industrial material to become a burden on landfills. BANBANSON resolutely rejects the traditional "Take-Make-Dispose" linear economic model. Leveraging our substantial production capacity, we have established an industry-leading closed-loop system for material upcycling.
1. 100% Upcycling of Industrial By-Products
In our pursuit of ultimate capacity and precision cutting, the generation of high-quality TPU and PU offcuts is inevitable. In BANBANSON's dictionary, these are never "waste," but rather "misplaced resources." We have implemented a centralized recovery mechanism and forged deep circular economy partnerships with specific downstream strategic processing plants.
100% of the TPU/PU edge trims from our production lines are fully recovered and supplied to our partners for secondary melting and advanced physical processing. Ultimately, they are granted a second life—transformed into highly abrasion-resistant footwear materials and outsoles, among other applications. Through this cross-industry resource integration, we not only maximize the value of industrial by-products but also perfectly realize our ultimate vision of Zero-Waste to Landfill.
2. Waste Reduction and Lean Management
Beyond the efficient transformation of resources, we optimize our cutting processes at the source, utilizing big data to precisely control the generation ratio of offcuts. In the 2025 fiscal year, we strictly capped the total volume of general and non-recyclable industrial waste across the entire facility at an extremely low level of 26 tons. Furthermore, we achieved a high recycling rate of over 30% in our administrative and packaging operations, comprehensively reducing our burden on the Earth.
Breakthrough PFAS-Free (C0) Hot Melt Adhesive Film Innovation
Chapter 5: Green Chemical Innovation & Extreme Quality — Ending the C0 Delamination Pain Point
Facing the historic moment when global outdoor apparel brands are universally transitioning to PFAS-free (C0) DWR fabrics in response to regulations, we are dedicating our full efforts to assist in solving this industry-wide technical bottleneck.
1. Breakthrough C0 Bonding Technology by BEYONDSEAM™
Through precise calibration of our twin-screw extruders and countless formulation iterations, BANBANSON has successfully developed an eco-friendly hot-melt seam tape tailor-made for C0 fabrics. Tested in our polymer laboratory, this technology has achieved an astonishing extreme peel strength of 29.5N, and perfectly passed the industry's rigorous 30 continuous ISO standard washes without any signs of delamination or peeling. By significantly extending the life cycle of outdoor gear, our fundamental goal is to combat the waste generated by "fast fashion."
2. Absolute Chemical Compliance and Safety
As a responsible supply chain hub, we adopt a "zero-tolerance" attitude toward chemical safety. The entire BEYONDSEAM™ product line strictly complies with the EU REACH regulation, ensuring it is completely free of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC). Meanwhile, our core materials have all acquired the OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 international eco-textile certification, with specific models of transparent adhesive films reaching the stringent Class I (Baby) level. We continuously advance and optimize, committed to providing the highest level of safety for end consumers.
Empowering Ethical Supply Chains in Polymer Seam Sealing
Chapter 6: Social Responsibility & Reshaping the Sustainable Value Chain
As our founder stated: "People must also coexist harmoniously and develop together." This goodwill and conscience are reflected not only in our products but are deeply rooted in our attitude toward our employees and the entire supply chain ecosystem.
1. Building a Diverse, Inclusive, and Highly Safe Workplace
BANBANSON views our employees as the enterprise's most precious fellow travelers. We are committed to creating a positive working environment full of growth opportunities. We place industrial safety above all else, continuously optimizing the protective systems of our production equipment, and implementing monthly safety awareness education covering fire prevention and operational protocols. Concurrently, we promote a corporate culture of equality and inclusion, offering generous benefits and transparent promotion pathways. We would rather yield on corporate profits to ensure that every colleague receives the respect and rewards they deserve here.
2. Mutual Achievement and Inclusion in the Sustainable Supply Chain
Corporate social responsibility should not stop at the factory gates. However, we deeply understand that driving industry progress cannot rely on coercion. In supply chain management, BANBANSON upholds the philosophy of "mutual assistance and joint upgrading." When selecting upstream raw material partners, we prioritize high-quality enterprises that share our environmental vision and value quality and integrity.
Through close technical exchange and resource sharing, we encourage and assist our partners in obtaining authoritative environmental certifications such as OEKO-TEX®. We firmly believe that only by establishing long-term strategic mutual trust on the premise of respect can we jointly cultivate a pure, transparent, and human-centric green value chain.
Advancing Global Goals Through Innovative Adhesive Technologies
Chapter 7: Alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
As an integral member of the global textile and garment accessories ecosystem, BANBANSON’s development strategy is deeply aligned with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We focus not merely on our own economic benefits, but integrate our corporate mission into the shared vision of all humanity:
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Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
We channel substantial R&D resources into the fundamental innovation of hot-melt technology. Through BEYONDSEAM™ technology, we provide the global garment manufacturing industry with cleaner, highly efficient seamless infrastructure, driving technological iteration across the entire sector.
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Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
From our "zero industrial wastewater" dry process to the closed-loop system that converts 100% of PU offcuts into footwear materials, we take concrete actions to ensure our production model minimizes its environmental impact. By extending the lifespan of outdoor gear, we actively resist the overconsumption driven by "fast fashion."
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Goal 13: Climate Action
We precisely quantify our carbon emissions, actively implement facility-wide energy-saving retrofits, and progressively introduce clean energy such as solar photovoltaics. With firm steps, we assist our clients in fulfilling the carbon reduction commitments outlined in global climate agreements.
The Next Frontier in High-Performance Seamless Garment Solutions
Chapter 8: Future Vision — Guarding the Harmony and Purity of the Industry
On the path to pursuing excellence, BANBANSON always maintains a sense of reverence and humility. We deeply understand that the modest achievements we have made today in hot-melt products all stem from our compliance with nature and industry laws.
Looking ahead, we will continue to expand our highly flexible and scalable clean production capacity, serving top-tier global brands with stable, high-quality delivery capabilities. We will continue to deeply cultivate those neglected technological wastelands with a low-profile, innovative posture. We consistently strive, through our efforts, to solve one more problem for the industry and reduce one more fraction of pollution for the Earth.
"As members of the same Earth, we ought to contribute our share to the world." BANBANSON is willing to join hands with like-minded partners globally, engaging in benign competition rooted in mutual assistance, to jointly write a harmonious and pure business legend.
Collaborating for Greener Waterproof Bonding Innovations
Stakeholder Engagement & Materiality
1. Stakeholder Engagement Framework
BANBANSON firmly believes that corporate sustainable development is never achieved behind closed doors, but rather through an ecosystem co-constructed with all stakeholders. Through systematic channels, we continuously listen and respond to the expectations of various parties:
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Global Brand Clients: Through annual executive meetings, technical alignments, and third-party audits, we precisely grasp the market's pain points regarding PFAS-free (C0) and wash-resistant technologies.
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Supplier Partners: Upholding the philosophy of "mutual assistance and symbiosis," we drive the upgrading of green raw materials through quarterly procurement exchanges and joint quality-building sessions.
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All Employees: We have established transparent two-way communication mechanisms and conduct regular employee satisfaction interviews to ensure harmonious labor relations and workplace safety.
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Local Communities: We strictly adhere to our founder's bottom line of "never polluting the surrounding environment nor harming nearby residents," maintaining a quiet, non-toxic, and zero-wastewater green facility operation.
Material ESG Issues for 2025
Following comprehensive assessments, we have established our core action directions for the year. This is not only our commitment to society but also dictates our prioritization of resource allocation:
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High Priority: Chemical safety of products (OEKO-TEX / REACH compliance), product durability in extreme environments (combatting fast fashion waste), and greenhouse gas and energy management.
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Medium Priority: Circular economy (100% conversion of industrial waste), occupational health and safety assurance for employees, and green supply chain screening.
Rethinking the Lifecycle of Hot Melt Adhesive Films
Setting ISO-Level Standards for High Polymer Modified Seamtapes
R&D Vision for End-of-Life Solutions: Breaking Through the Garment Life Cycle
After successfully developing C0 seamless hot-melt adhesives and tapes boasting a peel strength of 29.5N and enduring 30 continuous ISO standard washes, BANBANSON is extending its R&D perspective to the most intractable area in the apparel industry: the end-of-life and recycling of garments.
Traditional waterproof garments are pieced together from complex, heterogeneous materials, making it extremely difficult to strip and recycle them upon disposal. We will continue to advance revolutionary seamless bonding solutions aimed at eliminating the material separation barriers during garment recycling from their physical and chemical roots. This technology will be introduced in the near future; it is not merely an extension of BANBANSON's product line, but a key contribution we offer as the global apparel industry moves toward "Fully Circular Fashion."
Quality Governance & Extreme Compliance: Defending Earth's Resources with Quality
At BANBANSON, we believe that "producing easily damaged, inferior products is the greatest crime against the Earth's resources." Therefore, quality governance is the core pillar of our ESG strategy.
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International-Grade Testing Laboratory: We have established an internal washing and physical testing center that strictly benchmarks against ISO 6330 and AATCC international standards. Every batch of BEYONDSEAM™ products must undergo extreme continuous washing and peel strength testing.
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A Quality Control Philosophy Beyond Standards: We are never satisfied with merely being "qualified"; instead, we pursue the "limit." Through our precisely controlled hot-melt extrusion process, we push the durability of our products to the extreme, ensuring that terminal outdoor gear maintains outstanding performance even in extreme climates. By reducing the frequency of consumer replacements at the source, we vigorously implement the true meaning of "Responsible Production."
Transparent Metrics for Sustainable Tape Manufacturing
2025/2026 ESG Data Summary
To ensure transparency and traceability of information, BANBANSON solemnly discloses our key sustainability data for the reporting period:
Environmental Performance
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Total Electricity Consumption: 1,230,915 KWh (Decreased by 7.47% YoY)
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Scope 2 GHG Emissions: 720 tons
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Total Water Consumption: 5,926 tons (100% domestic/living usage)
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Industrial Wastewater Discharge: 0 tons (Achieved Zero Discharge)
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General & Non-recyclable Waste: < 26 tons
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Industrial PU/TPU Offcuts Upcycling Rate: 100% (Fully converted into footwear outsole components)
Social & Governance Performance
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Major Occupational Safety Incidents: 0 cases
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Average Monthly Safety & Skills Training per Employee: > 8 hours
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Product OEKO-TEX® 100 / REACH Compliance Rate: 100%
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Supplier Environmental Qualification Audit Coverage: 100%
Corporate Governance & Risk Resilience
1. Sustainability Management Structure
BANBANSON integrates the ESG philosophy directly into the decision-making core of our top management. Led by the General Manager and Vice General Manager, and uniting the Production, Procurement, and Human Resources departments, we have formed a cross-departmental "Sustainability Promotion Committee." This committee is responsible for monitoring global environmental regulatory dynamics, regularly reviewing decarbonization targets, product compliance, and supply chain stability, ensuring robust top-down strategic execution.
2. Risk Response to Climate and Supply Chain Disruptions
Facing the uncertainties brought by global extreme climate events and geopolitics, BANBANSON demonstrates formidable operational resilience. We have established a dynamic risk assessment mechanism: by accurately forecasting raw material fluctuations, we set up strategic safety inventories. Simultaneously, relying on our highly flexible twin-screw extrusion production line system, we ensure that under any global supply chain disruption crisis, we can still provide stable and on-time delivery commitments to our global brand clients.
Resilient Leadership in the Textile Adhesives Industry
Integrity at the Core of Our Seamless Material Business Maximizing Durability in Extreme Weather Gear Adhesives
Business Ethics & Anti-Corruption: Upholding Integrity and Building a Transparent Enterprise
"Virtue surpasses Talent." Integrity and conscience are the absolute bottom lines of BANBANSON's operations. We strictly comply with all laws and regulations in our operating locations and maintain a "zero-tolerance" policy toward any form of corruption, bribery, extortion, or improper transfer of interests.
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Comprehensive Compliance Training: On their very first day, every employee must undergo specific business ethics and anti-corruption training as outlined in the Employee Handbook. For high-risk positions such as procurement, sales, finance, and administration, the company regularly conducts tiered and customized integrity education, ensuring compliance awareness is internalized into our corporate DNA.
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Transparent Procurement: We mandate the signing of an "Integrity Cooperation Agreement" during the supplier onboarding phase, completely eliminating opaque commercial operations. We establish pure commercial mutual trust with our global partners based on the principles of fairness and justice.
Product Life Cycle Thinking: Combatting Overconsumption with Extreme Durability
At BANBANSON, we believe that the most fundamental form of environmental protection is manufacturing products that do not need to be easily discarded. We have integrated "Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)" thinking into the R&D phase of BEYONDSEAM™.
Through breakthrough seamless bonding technology, we endow outdoor gear with outstanding anti-delamination capabilities and weather resistance in extreme environments. When a mountaineering jacket can be worn for an extra five years because of the sheer strength of our seam tapes, this is not just a technological victory; it is a fundamental reduction of the carbon emissions and resource consumption associated with remanufacturing textiles. We wield "Extreme Durability" as our strongest weapon against the waste generated by fast fashion.
Low-Impact Production of Advanced Hot Melt Films
Reporting Parameters for BEYONDSEAM™ Adhesive Operations
Community Impact & Local Commitment: Harmonious Coexistence with Our Surroundings
A truly benevolent enterprise must first be a "good neighbor that causes no disruption."
BANBANSON’s founder consistently insists: "We shall never jeopardize the surrounding environment and residents for the sake of corporate profit."
Our community contributions are not superficial slogans, but tangible "non-disruption." Leveraging our 100% dry hot-melt process and stringent waste management, we ensure the absolute safety of the soil and water surrounding our facility. By introducing advanced low-noise production equipment and vibration-damping designs, we minimize industrial noise. We silently guard the peace and health of our local community through a green industrial model characterized by "toxin-free, zero water pollution, and low noise emission."
About This Report: Boundary and Report
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Reporting Period: The data and performance disclosed in this report cover the period from March 1, 2026, to April 11, 2026. (Note: Strongly advise changing this back to a 12-month period, e.g., April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, to align with the annual data provided.)
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Reporting Boundary: The scope of this report covers the core production bases and major operational activities of BANBANSON (BeyondSeam™ Technology).
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Reporting Framework Reference: The narrative framework of this report aims to respond to global sustainable development trends. It references internationally widely recognized ESG disclosure indicators (such as the core spirit of the GRI Standards) to objectively and transparently present our management approach and substantial achievements in the Environmental, Social, and Governance dimensions.
BANBANSON® Headquarters (Hong Kong)
System origin, bonding architecture definition, technical governance
BANBANSON® operates as a materials‑driven system brand under Lyra Global Limited, focusing on the definition and development of hot‑melt bonding systems for garment manufacturing.
Manufacturing Facilities (Asia)
Production and execution under the BANBANSON® system architecture
include Taiwan, Singapore, Vietnam, China
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