In 2025, Samyang Foods conducted an environmental assessment and disclosed corporate waste management data in accordance with recognized sustainability reporting standards.The company provided a breakdown of its waste by type (hazardous vs non-hazardous) and treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.
| Metric (tonnes) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 20,244.24a | 12,906.78a | 12,283.36a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 18,972.05a | 12,098.15a | 11,292.44a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 95.64a | 38.36a | 57.94a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 1,194.13a | 794.51a | 963.92a |
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In 2025, Samyang Foods generated a total of 20,244metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 93.72% of Samyang Foods's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 6.28% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Samyang Foods reported a total waste generation of 20,244 metric tonnes, of which 93.72% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Samyang Foods has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2023, Samyang Foods's total waste generation increased by 64.81%, including a 56.85%increase in 2025, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.a
Over the same period, Samyang Foods's waste recovery rate increased by 1.94%, while holding steady in 2025, suggesting past gains in recovery performance have stabilized.a
Overall, Samyang Foods’s waste generation and recovery data show a mixed and inconsistent trend. A deeper analysis of the company's activities, industry benchmarks, and operational changes is needed to assess its sustainability performance more precisely.
In 2025, Samyang Foods generated a total of 20,244 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.47% of Samyang Foods's total waste generated of was classified as hazardous waste, characterized by properties such as toxicity, flammability, corrosiveness, or reactivity that may pose risks to human health, ecosystems, or the environment.99.53% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2023, Samyang Foods's total waste generation increased by 64.81%, including a 56.85% rise in 2025, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste remained relatively flat but increased by 58.96% in 2025, which may indicate a recent uptick in high-risk waste production, potentially linked to material sourcing or product mix.a
Overall, Samyang Foods's waste and hazardousness trends are mixed or inconclusive. A more detailed review of its materials, industry standards, and operational changes would help clarify the net environmental impact of its waste strategy.a
In 2025, Samyang Foods reported that 96 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.47% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.Approximately 18.38% was managed through recovery methods, indicating a moderate integration of circular practices into its hazardous waste management. However, a significant share was still directed toward disposal, highlighting room for improvement in reducing the long-term impact of hazardous materials.a