Commitments of Evonik

We play by the rules. Anytime, anywhere.

Compliance is what Evonik refers to as compliance with applicable laws as well as internal regulations and binding voluntary commitments. Key compliance requirements are summarised in this Code of Conduct.

Occupational and plant safety, health and environmental protection, quality, sustainability and energy efficiency, information and corporate security as well as data protection are integral components of our corporate strategy. Together, as a company, we are committed to the continuous development and implementation of the following commitments.

The success and recognition of our company are largely based on the competence and commitment of all employees. The goal of Evonik's human resources and social policy is therefore to provide a working environment that respects the individuality of each individual and promotes the initiative of all employees. Against this background, we are committed to adhering to the following core values within the scope of our operational possibilities.

In terms of content, it is now contained in the Declaration of Human Rights (see Human Rights).

Evonik's leadership and management processes are rooted in the conviction that responsible action is essential for the long-term success of any company. Respect for human rights is a key element of corporate responsibility. We are committed to respecting internationally recognized human rights in our own business and are committed to ensuring compliance with them along our supply chain. For us, this includes the following international agreements and standards.

The framework within which we operate in our business activities is defined in the Code of Conduct, which is binding for all employees. This is supplemented by the Declaration of Human Rights and the Global Social Policy. Like our values for the environment, safety, health and quality, all three stand for ethical principles.

We promote the observance and implementation of these policies by all employees through Group-wide education and training.

By joining the Global Compact, we have committed ourselves to implementing the ten principles of the Global Compact. These relate to human and labour rights, as well as preventive environmental protection and anti-corruption measures.

In addition, Evonik is committed to complying with the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises, and the core labor standards of the International Labor Organization (ILO).

For further information please visit our website about Human Rights.

Responsible Care is the chemistry industry´s unifying commitment to the safe management of chemicals throughout their life cycle, while promoting their role in improving quality of life and contibuting to sustainable development.

Mutual trust as well as responsible and fair behaviour towards our employees, customers, suppliers, other business partners and the public are central elements of our business approach. We expect our business partners, especially suppliers, to share these principles and to assume their responsibility towards their employees, their own business partners, society and the environment. The Code of Conduct for Suppliers specifies our expectations.