Panasonic Code of Conduct

(1) Research and Development for a Better Future

Through research and development we aim to achieve a better future. At the same time, we will try to prevent our technologies from being used in any way that might jeopardize the global environment, world peace, social justice or humanitarian activities.

(2) Developing Products People Want

We are committed to developing products that will enrich the lives of our customers by continually taking into account customers' opinions and changing societal needs and by observing how people live and interact with our products.

We will strive to develop products that provide ever increasing satisfaction to our customers based on their quality, performance, design, affordability, environmental consciousness and ease of use, and that are accessible to a wide range of people, regardless of age or ability.

(3) Respect for Intellectual Property Rights

We will secure and protect intellectual property rights for our R&D achievements, while at the same time promoting the responsible use of our technologies around the world.

We will respect the intellectual property rights of others. At the same time, we will strive to prevent or eliminate any infringements of our own rights.

(4) Open Standards

In unifying existing standards and establishing universal standards, we will seek to ensure maximum benefit for our customers worldwide, while fairly disclosing all relevant information and constructively promoting our business activities.