Materials Management / High-Tech, Functional, Green Textile Fabrics & Foam Composite Materials Manufacturer Since 1972 | Nam Liong

Namliong Global Materials Management Policies

Namliong Global Materials Management Policies

Materials Management

Materials Management Policies

Nam Liong Global primarily sources raw materials from external suppliers. Major procurement items include hook loop fasteners, adhesives, additives for adhesives, chemicals, rubber materials, fabrics, specialty textiles, high-performance plastics, polymeric foams, and specialty fibers. In 2023, the total procurement volume of raw materials, based on the top 80% by procurement value, amounted to 12,857 metric tons, representing a 12.71% decrease compared to 2022. Of this total, 2 metric tons were recyclable materials. To optimize resource utilization, and minimize both waste generation and environmental impact, the Corporate recycles raw materials while maintaining product quality and safety. Recycled materials are reintroduced into the production process based on their type and condition. This includes recycling foam materials, nylon, dyed tape, ear materials, and using leftover yarns for fabric edging. A total of 366 metric tons of waste were recycled and reused in-house, accounting for 2.85% of the overall raw materials used.


Moving forward, Nam Liong Global remains committed to advancing our procurement policy by increasing the use of renewable materials and improving the recycling and reuse of in-house waste. The Corporate will continue to explore more environmentally friendly alternative materials that comply with the GRS and Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification standards. Additionally, we will maintain rigorous control over the sources and composition of raw materials used, ensuring the compliance of all products with international initiatives, directives, and regulations.

Materials

《Materials Procurement Management by SASB Standards》:

SASB CODE

Description

SASB-CG-AA-440a.3

  • Environmental and/or social factor(s) most likely to threaten sourcing of each priority raw material
  • Discussion on business risks and/or opportunities associated with environmental and/or social factors
  • Management strategy for addressing business risks and opportunities
  • The previous linear economic development model led to economic growth but also resulted in the depletion of earth’s resources and increasingly severe climate change. Presently, sourcing petrochemical raw materials may face uncertainty stemming from environmental, social, or economic factors, causing negative impacts like insufficient supply, unstable quality, increased costs, etc. Also, there’s an increasing focus from international and brand customers on environmental protection and recycle materials, requiring relevant environmental certifications. This is expected to increase unstable threats and business opportunities for eco-friendly materials.
  • Supply Chain Management:Promoting CSR to related up- and downstream manufacturers, demanding materials that comply with restricted substance specifications or declarations, and periodically sending them for SGS inspection to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and relevant international standards, thereby reducing the environmental impact of our products.
  • Materials Management:Committed to the development Eco-Family materials, focusing on recyclable, reusable, low-carbon bio-based materials, as well as solvent-free and solvent recovery processes. This facilitates material recycling, reduces environmental and labor costs for waste disposal. We further collaborate with certified manufacturers to jointly promote sustainability efforts in production and processing.
  • Moving forward,we will actively research and develop relatively eco-friendly raw materials, calculating specific figures in LCA and carbon footprints. Gradually, through promoting and expanding their usage, we are committed to contribute jointly with our customers to the betterment of our planet.

SASB Indicator Management of Chemical Substances in Products

Materials Management | High-Tech, Functional, Green Textile Fabrics & Foam Composite Materials Manufacturer Since 1972 | Nam Liong

Located in Taiwan since 1972, Nam Liong Global Corporation,Tainan Branch has been a high-tech, functional, environment-friendly textiles and foam composite materials manufacturer. Their main textile products, including Neoprene, Industrial-Use Rubber Sponge, TPU Film, Inflatable, Hook And Loop, Abrasion Resistant Fabric, Flame Retardant Fabric, Cut Resistant Fabric, Anti Slip Fabric, Functional Yarn and Products, which meet international standards such as USDA and bluesign.

Nam Liong Global Corporation,Tainan Branch provides high-tech, functional, environment-friendly polymers and high elastic foam materials to meet all kinds of requirements from our customers with our continuous R&D ability and great service quality. With more than 45 years of experience, Nam Liong is dedicated to environmental protection and keeps developing eco-friendly products in compliance with international environmental regulation. Following the concept of respect for life, we focus on the development of products for health protection to avoid potential hazards to human body.

Nam Liong has been offering customers functional fabric and bio-based neoprene sponge, both with advanced fabric technology and 50 years of experience, Nam Liong ensures each customer's demands are met.