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INTCO Medical's Commitment to Sustainable Manufacturing: Insights from the 2025 ESG Report

INTCO Medical, a leading manufacturer of disposable gloves, has recently unveiled its 2025 ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Report. The document sheds light on the company's strides towards sustainability, highlighting its achievements in emissions reduction, energy transition, product innovation, and social responsibility. This report is a testament to INTCO Medical's commitment to a long-term sustainability strategy that integrates eco-friendly practices throughout its operations.

Embracing Clean Energy and Efficiency

In 2025, INTCO Medical focused heavily on enhancing its resource efficiency and minimizing the environmental impact of its production processes. The company's carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions per glove decreased to 18.14 grams CO₂ equivalent - an impressive decline of 11.14% compared to the previous year and 32.5% from the 2022 baseline. Remarkably, this achievement allowed the company to meet its 25% reduction target ahead of schedule, set for 2030. Additionally, water usage per glove fell to 0.20 liters, fulfilling the 2024 target.

The manufacture of renewable energy has also been underlined, with INTCO Medical generating a total of 12,537.23 MWh from solar and wind power. The long-term goal is to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations by 2050.

Driving Sustainable Growth through Innovation

Innovation remains at the core of INTCO Medical's sustainability framework. The company continued to invest in research and development in 2025, focusing on improving its products and advancing smart manufacturing. This approach has allowed INTCO Medical to maintain its edge in core business areas such as medical consumables, rehabilitation devices, and physiotherapy products.

Further developments in intelligent manufacturing capabilities include automated production lines, precise process controls, and digital systems that enhance production efficiency, product consistency, and resource utilization. The company also retained critical market access qualifications and quality certifications while serving clients in over 150 countries and regions around the globe.

Commitment to Quality and Responsible Governance

The enhancement of quality management and corporate governance systems is another significant focus for INTCO Medical. The company adheres to internationally recognized quality standards, including ISO 13485 and ISO 9001, continuously refining internal processes to ensure product reliability and operational efficiency.

An essential component of INTCO Medical's operations revolves around responsible supply chain practices. It collaborates with a diverse supplier network, incorporating sustainability factors into supplier evaluations and management. The aim is to build transparent, stable, and mutually beneficial relationships that bolster the reliability of product delivery while ensuring ethically responsible practices across the entire supply chain.

Investing in Employees and Communities

The 2025 ESG Report sheds light on INTCO Medical's investment in workforce development, workplace inclusion, and community engagement. With a workforce of 12,941 employees, women represent 57.76% of the team, accounting for 35% of leadership roles and 55.56% of the board. Impressively, 100% of employees underwent training, contributing an average of 31.55 hours of learning per employee to their professional growth.

Beyond its business operations, INTCO Medical actively supports initiatives focusing on public health, education, disability assistance, and medical care. By the end of 2025, the company’s cumulative donations surpassed 76.86 million RMB.

Acknowledged Progress and Recognition in the ESG Sphere

INTCO Medical's commitment to sustainability has not gone unnoticed. In 2025, the company earned various ESG ratings and accolades, including an 'A' rating from Wind ESG, the EcoVadis 'Committed' badge for the second consecutive year, and certifications from WRAP and BSCI. Its products also received certifications for Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and CO₂ footprint metrics.

Furthermore, INTCO Medical was named 'Best Improvement Company' in the 2025 Sustainability Yearbook (China Edition) by SP Global and was featured on Bloomberg Businessweek/Green Gold's 'ESG Leaders to Watch' list for 2026, highlighting the company's ongoing triple commitment to ESG governance, responsible manufacturing, and sustainable development.

The complete ESG Report for 2025 is now available for public access, showcasing INTCO Medical's unwavering journey toward sustainable practices and its positive impact on the healthcare industry globally.