The branches of the SMK Group in the Greater China region (hereinafter referred to as "the Company") shall strictly comply with the Personal Information Protection Law of the People's Republic of China (hereinafter referred to as the "Personal Information Protection Law") and other relevant personal information protection laws and regulations of the countries or regions in which they operate. The following personal information protection policy is established, and the Company ensures that its executives and employees are fully aware of and implement the policy to properly protect personal information.

1. Acquisition of Personal Information

The Company will collect the following personal information in a lawful and fair manner. Furthermore, sensitive information will not be collected without the prior consent of the individual.

(1) Information related to transaction parties: name, contact information, employer information

(2) Employee information: personnel and labor management information, salary and bonus information, education and skills information, benefits and welfare information, social insurance information, health information, etc.

(3) Applicant information: name, contact information, education and skills information, work experience, social insurance information, etc.

2. Purpose of Use of Personal Information

The Company will use the collected personal information for the following purposes:

(1) Information related to transaction parties:

① Customer information

• Sales of product, sending catalogs or samples, providing and responding to related information.
• Communication related to transactions, billing operations, and after-sales service.
• Conducting customer satisfaction surveys, developing new products and services.
• Carrying out marketing activities.
• Other information necessary for the conclusion and performance of contracts with customers.

② Supplier information:

• Procurement of parts and raw materials, etc., communication related to transactions, and payment operations.
• Quality management and improvement activities.
• Other information necessary for the conclusion and performance of contracts with suppliers.

(2) Employee information:

• Recruitment activities, personnel management, labor management, payroll calculation and payment, benefits and welfare, and safety and health management.
• Talent development, and education/training programs.
• Provision of other personnel and labor-related services for employees.
• Emergency contact.
• Other information necessary for the conclusion and performance of labor contracts with employees.

(3) Applicant information:

• Recruitment activities.
• Personnel management after hiring.
• Safety management of candidates under consideration for employment.

3. Provision of Personal Information to Third Parties

The Company will not provide personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:

(1) When prior consent has been obtained from the individual.

(2) When there is a legitimate reason, such as a requirement based on laws or regulations.

4. Sharing of Personal Information

The Company is a part of the SMK Group headquartered in Japan and may share acquired personal information with SMK Corporation, affiliated companies within the SMK Group, and sales agents for the purpose of providing services to transaction parties or managing employees within the Group.

In cases where sharing involves cross-border transfer, the Company shall comply with the Personal Information Protection Law and relevant laws and regulations.

For details on affiliated companies currently involved, please click [here].

5. Measures for the Security Management of Personal Information

The Company will take necessary and appropriate measures to ensure the safe management of personal information, including the prevention of leakage, loss, or damage of personal information:

⑴ Organizational Security Measures: The Company will appoint a personal information protection officer, establish regulations for handling personal information, and conduct education and training for employees.

⑵ Human Security Measures: The Company will conduct regular audits.

⑶ Physical Security Measures: The Company will implement entry and exit controls for areas handling personal information and manage the locking and password protection of documents and files containing personal information.

⑷ Technical Security Measures: The Company will implement security measures such as access control, firewalls, and antivirus software, and appropriately manage access rights to personal information.

6. Retention Period for Personal Information

Unless otherwise specified by laws or administrative regulations, the Company will promptly delete personal information that is no longer needed.

7. Disclosure, Modification, etc., of Personal Information

The Company will appropriately handle requests for the disclosure, modification, deletion, or suspension of use of personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Law.

8. Applicable Locations of This Policy and Contact Information for Inquiries Regarding Personal Information

For inquiries regarding personal information, please contact us at the following:

【Works】

SMK Electronics (Dongguan) Co., Ltd
Address: Second East Turning, Zhenxing Road, Gaobu Town, Dongguan, Guangdong
Phone: 86-769-8887-3451 (Ext: 104)
Email: dg_privacy@smk.co.jp

SMK Electronics (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.
Address: Section 5, Bldg. 23, Baiwangxin Industrial Area, Songbai Road, Xili Street, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong
Phone: 86-755-8600-0999
E-mail: sz_privacy@smk.co.jp

SMK Electronics (H.K.) Ltd.
Address: Unit E, 9/F, No. 15 Wang Chiu Road, Kowloon Bay, Kowloon, HONG KONG
Phone: 852-2795-4451
E-mail: hk_privacy@smk.co.jp

【Sales office】

SMK Electronics Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Address: Room C706A Orient International Plaza No.85 Lou Shan Guan Road, Shanghai
Phone: 86-21-6278-5600
E-mail: sh_privacy@smk.co.jp

SMK Electronics Int'l. Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Address: Room C706A Orient International Plaza No.85 Lou Shan Guan Road, Shanghai
Phone: 86-21-6278-5600
E-mail: shint_privacy@smk.co.jp

SMK Electronics Trading (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.
Address: 9th Floor Room F, Tairan Jinsong Building, 26 Tairan 4 Road, Futian District, Shenzhen, Guangdong
Phone: 86-755-8304-0990
E-mail: sztr_privacy@smk.co.jp

SMK Trading (H.K.) Ltd.
Address: Unit E, 9/F, No. 15 Wang Chiu Road, Kowloon Bay, Kowloon, HONG KONG
Phone: 852-2795-4451
E-mail: tr_privacy@smk.co.jp

SMK High-Tech Taiwan Trading Co., Ltd.
Address: 11F-2, No.87, Zhengzhou Road, Datong District, Taipei
Phone: 886-2-2518-3650
E-mail: tw_privacy@smk.co.jp

【R&D Locations】

SMK Electronics Technology Development (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.
Address: New Jianxing Block A 901, Jianxing Science & Technology Building, ShaHe West Road, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong
Phone: 86-755-8600-7997
E-mail: ctc_privacy@smk.co.jp

9. Revision of the Personal Information Protection Policy

The Company may revise this Personal Information Protection Policy in response to amendments to laws or changes in social conditions. The revised policy will be announced on the Company's official website or other channels.

10. Other Provisions

If any provision of this policy is inconsistent with the applicable laws and regulations of the country or region in which it operates, the laws and regulations shall prevail. Matters not specified in this policy will be handled in accordance with the laws and regulations in force in the relevant country or region.

Supplementary Provisions

This Personal Information Protection Policy shall come into effect on April 1, 2025.