Code of Conduct

This Code of Ethics and Business Conduct applies to all employees, Directors and officers of Equilex B.V. and its subsidiaries Equilex Chemicals B.V. and Equilex Oil&wax B.V. (Equilex)

Code of Ethics and Business Conduct

Equilex Code of Conduct

Equilex’s chemical company code of conduct outlines the ethical principles, compliance rules, and corporate values that guide our operations across global chemical and petrochemical markets.

The ethical framework guiding Equilex’s operations in the global chemical and petrochemical markets. Our commitment is to act with integrity, fairness, and professionalism across all our business relationships.

Why Our Chemical Company Code of Conduct Matters

Our chemical company code of conduct ensures that we maintain the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and legal compliance across all our operations.

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1. Company Vision & Core Values

We strive to deliver measurable value through sustainability, advanced supply chain capabilities, and technical know-how.

Our Values

Ethics
Trust and Reliability
Efficiency and Fairness
Professionalism and Team Spirit
Creating Value for Partners

2. Ethical Principles and Workplace Conduct

Build Trust and Credibility

Our chemical company code of conduct helps ensure trust, transparency, and regulatory compliance throughout every business relationship.

Trust is built through integrity, consistency, and ethical decisions. Our behavior must always support long-term success and credibility.

Respect for the Individual

We ensure a respectful and inclusive environment. Discrimination, harassment, or offensive behavior are not tolerated at Equilex.

Open and Honest Communication

Employees are encouraged to raise ethical concerns freely. Managers must foster transparency and act when issues arise.

Whistleblower Policy: Contact your manager, HR, or the Managing Director under our open-door policy for confidential reporting.

3. Compliance and Legal Responsibility

Upholding the Law

We comply with all laws and internal policies. When in doubt, consult a legal or compliance advisor.

Competition

Equilex commits to fair competition. We do not engage in illegal cooperation or bribery.

Proprietary Information

We respect intellectual property rights and confidentiality — internally and externally.

Selective Disclosure

Do not share nonpublic or sensitive company information unless authorized.

4. Health, Safety and Environmental Responsibility

Equilex maintains a safe and sustainable working environment. All employees must follow health and safety guidelines outlined in the company manual.

5. Conflicts of Interest

We avoid personal interests interfering with our professional duties. If in doubt, disclose potential conflicts to management or HR.

Examples include:

Working for a competitor
Hiring family members without disclosure
Accepting personal benefits from suppliers
Owning stakes in partner companies

6. Gifts and Business Courtesies

Accepting Business Courtesies

Only modest, occasional gifts or meals may be accepted if they are not excessive, frequent, or intended to influence decisions.

Offering Courtesies

Any offered courtesy must reflect fair practice and must not appear as an attempt to gain unfair business advantage.

7. Financial Integrity and Records

Accurate Public Disclosures

All public and financial disclosures must be truthful and timely. Misrepresentation is not acceptable.

Corporate Recordkeeping

Records must be accurate, complete, and maintained according to applicable regulations and company policies.

8. Accountability and Integrity

We encourage employees to speak up when in doubt. Ethical behavior goes beyond law — it is about doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.

Key Questions to Ask:

Is this action in line with our Code?
Would I be comfortable explaining it publicly?
Is this the ethical and loyal choice?

9. Confidentiality and Company Resources

We protect confidential company and client information. Company resources are used primarily for business purposes, with reasonable personal use allowed.

10. Contact & Reporting

If you witness any unethical behavior, please report to:

Managing Director: Laurent Suspene – lsuspene@equilex.com
Communication Manager: Brigitte Elie – belie@equilex.com
Commercial Director: Patrick Elie – pelie@equilex.com

Let’s work together to uphold the highest standards of integrity and responsibility.