HANWA CO., LTD. (Public, TYO:8078) is a Japan-based trading company. The Company operates in six business segments. The Steel segment is engaged in the processing, sale and maintenance of steel bars, steel plates, special alloy steel, wire rods, steel pipes and steel scraps, and the operation of construction works. The Metal Materials segment offers nickel, chromium, alloy iron and raw materials for solar batteries. The Non-ferrous Metals segment provides and recycles aluminum, copper and zinc. The Food Product segment mainly sells seafood. The Petroleum and Chemicals segment offers petroleum products, industrial medical and chemical products. The Others segment is engaged in the sale of lumber and machinery, as well as the operation and management of amusement facilities. As of March 31, 2012, the Company had 52 subsidiaries and 10 associated companies.