https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-07/Avient_CodeConduct_2023_USA.pdf
Our Code of
Conduct
2023
Table of Contents
A Message from the CEO 1
Our Vision and Strategy 2
Core and Personal Values 2
Our Code of Conduct
Guidelines for Ethical Behavior 4
Personal Values 4
Resolving Questions and Reporting
Non-Compliance Situations 6
Ethics Hotline 6
Non Retaliation 6
Code of Conduct Application 7
Violations of the Code 7
Respect for All
Diversity and Inclusion 9
Discrimination or Harassment 9
Workplace Relationships 9
Substance Abuse 10
Physical Security and Workplace Violence 10
Honesty at Work
Accurate Information, Data and Records 12
Accounting Integrity 12
Company Communications 14
Safeguarding and Use of Assets 14
Proprietary and Confidential Information,
Ideas and Intellectual Property 14
Privacy, Personal Information and
Data Protection 15
Internet and E-mail Use 15
Social Media and Social Networking 15
Computer Security, Software Licensing
and Copyrights 16
Insider Information and Trading 16
Political Contributions/Activities and
Charitable Contributions 17
Government Investigations and Inquiries 17
Integrity in Our Business
Fair Dealing 19
Bribery and Kickbacks 19
Agents and Consultants 20
Competition 20
Gifts and Hospitality 20
Conflicts of Interest 21
Self-Dealing 22
International Trade 22
Corporate Social Responsibility
Sustainability 24
Safety, Health and Environment 24
Product and Service Safety 25
Respecting Human Rights 25
A Shared Commitment 25
Resources and Contact
Information 26
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A Message from the CEO
Dear Avient Associates,
As part of a growing, global company, we are faced with challenging situations and complex decision making.
Depending on the laws of your
country, these may include:
• Race
• Religion
• Gender
• Ethnic origin or ancestry
• Age
• Sexual orientation
• Military or veteran status
• Marital, familial or civil status
• Disability
• Pregnancy and maternity
• Nationality
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Substance Abuse
It is up to all of us to take steps to ensure we work in an
environment free from all effects of alcohol as well as
illegal drugs and other controlled substances.
In addition, contributions to non-profit
organizations that knowingly discriminate based on race,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion,
national origin, disability, genetic information, protected
veteran’s status, or other legally protected classifications
are prohibited.