We recognize that our operations have an impact on the environment, and we strive to minimize our environmental footprint and mitigate any negative effects. We are committed to protecting the environment and conserving natural resources for present and future generations.
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We will:
• Comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations and adopt best practices where feasible.
• Implement effective environmental management systems to monitor, measure, and improve our environmental performance.
• Prevent and reduce air, water, and soil pollution from our activities, products, and services; and seek to eliminate or minimize any harmful emissions or discharges.
• Reduce our greenhouse gas emissnions and energy consumption and pursue opportunities to increase our use of renewable energy sources and low-carbon technologies.
• Reduce our waste generation and promote waste minimization (reuse, recycle and recover) across our value chain.
• Use water efficiently and responsibly and protect water quality and availability in the areas where we operate and source our ingredients.

We recognize and support the International Covenants on Human Rights, as well as the ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work. We are committed to protecting and defending human rights in all our activities and relationships, and to respecting the dignity and diversity of all people.
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We will:
• Conduct regular human rights due diligence to identify and prevent any actual or potential human rights impacts of our operations.
• Provide effective grievance mechanisms for anyone who may be adversely affected by our actions or decisions and ensure that they have access to remedy.
• Engage with our stakeholders in a transparent and constructive manner on human rights issues and seek their feedback and input on our policies and practices.
• Promote human rights awareness and education among our employees, suppliers, and partners, and encourage them to adopt similar standards and commitments.

We respect the rights of our workers and treat them fairly and ethically. We comply with all applicable labour laws and regulations in the countries where we operate and adhere to the core labour standards of the International Labour Organization (ILO).
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We will:
• Provide safe and healthy working conditions for our workers, and protect them from any form of harassment, discrimination, abuse, or violence.
• Recognize and respect the right of our workers to freedom of association and collective bargaining and ensure that they have a voice in matters that affect them.
• Pay our workers a fair living wage that meets the legal minimum or industry standards, whichever is higher, and provide them with adequate benefits and social security.
• Ensure that our workers have reasonable working hours, rest periods, and leave entitlements, and do not engage in any form of forced or compulsory labor or child labor.
• Support the professional development and career advancement of our workers, and provide them with opportunities for training, learning, and feedback.
• Foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and empowerment among our workers, and value their contributions and feedback.

We are committed to conducting our business with integrity, honesty, and fairness. We adhere to the highest standards of ethical conduct and comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the countries where we operate. We expect the same from our suppliers and partners.
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We will:
• Avoid any conflicts of interest or situations that may compromise our judgment or loyalty to the company.
• Protect the confidentiality and privacy of our company's information, as well as that of our customers, suppliers, and partners.
• Respect the intellectual property rights of others and use them only with proper authorization.
• Refrain from any form of bribery, corruption, fraud, or other illegal or unethical practices.
• Report any actual or suspected violations of our code of ethics or any applicable laws or regulations to the appropriate authorities or channels.
• Foster a culture of trust, transparency, and accountability among our employees, suppliers, and partners.

We recognize that our stakeholders are essential to our success and sustainability. We value their opinions and perspectives, and we seek to build long-term and mutually beneficial relationships with them. Our stakeholders include our employees, customers, suppliers, partners, investors, regulators, communities, civil society organizations, and the general public.
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We will:
• Identify and prioritize our key stakeholders based on their interests and impacts on our business.
• Communicate with our stakeholders regularly and proactively through various channels and platforms, such as our website, social media, reports, meetings, events, etc.
• Solicit and respond to our stakeholders' feedback and concerns in a timely and respectful manner.
• Involve our stakeholders in our decision-making processes where appropriate and feasible.
• Collaborate with our stakeholders on initiatives and projects that address common challenges and opportunities.

We recognize the potential for substantial negative consequences that could arise from the extraction, trade, transportation, and exportation of minerals originating from regions afflicted by conflict and high risk, such as the Democratic Republic of the Congo and surrounding countries. We are committed to sourcing minerals responsibly and avoiding any contribution to conflict, human rights abuses, or environmental harm.
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We will:
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding conflict minerals, such as the Dodd-Frank Act and the EU Conflict Minerals Regulation.
• Conduct due diligence on our supply chain of minerals, such as tin, tungsten, tantalum, and gold, following the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas.
• Request our suppliers to disclose the origin and status of the minerals they provide to us and to adopt policies and practices that ensure the traceability and transparency of their mineral sources.
• Refrain from sourcing minerals from any suppliers that are involved in or support armed groups, human rights violations, corruption, or environmental degradation.
• Report on our conflict minerals policy and performance to our stakeholders and the public annually.
• Support initiatives and programs that promote the responsible sourcing of minerals and the development of conflict-free and ethical mineral supply chains.
We believe that by following this commitment, we can achieve our business goals while making a positive difference in the world. We expect all our employees, suppliers, and partners to share this commitment and uphold our code in all their dealings with us and on our behalf. We will review and update this policy periodically to ensure its relevance and effectiveness.