Notice Regarding Disposal of Treasury Stock as Restricted Stock Compensation

Overview of Capital Policy

Kureha Corporation's Board of Directors resolved on May 28, 2026, to dispose of 3,006 shares of treasury stock as restricted stock compensation. The disposal price is ¥3,890 per share, totaling ¥11,693,340, allocated to five executive officers. The number of shares disposed corresponds to 0.006% of the total outstanding shares, and the dilution rate is considered negligible. The transfer restriction period extends from the payment date to the retirement date of the respective officers, with conditions for lifting the transfer restriction and provisions for gratuitous acquisition stipulated.

Impact on Shareholders and Purpose of the Program

This disposal of treasury stock aims to provide incentives for the sustainable enhancement of corporate value and promote value sharing with shareholders. The paid-in price is rationally calculated based on the market price and does not offer particularly favorable terms to the recipients. Under the restricted stock allocation agreement, share transfers are restricted during the transfer restriction period, and the transfer restriction may be lifted upon fulfillment of certain conditions.