UK Modern Slavery Act Statement 2023

UK Modern Slavery Act Statement This statement provides information about supply chain transparency at Arxada and has been published in accordance with the U.K. Modern Slavery Act 2015 (the “Act”). It sets out the steps that Arxada AG, Arxada Services AG, Arch UK Biocides Limited and Hickson Ltd plan to continue taking, to prevent modern slavery in their businesses and direct supply chains. Unless otherwise specified, all references to Arxada herein are references to the above-named entities and to Arxada globally, to the extent it is subject to the Act. Introduction: Arxada is a global science-based specialty chemicals business creating innovative chemistry and solutions. The company aims to solve the world’s toughest preservation challenges by enhancing sustainability with cleaner, greener solutions. Arxada focuses on multiple end-markets primarily in: Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection, providing a broad portfolio of differentiated products and solutions, supported by its science and innovation capabilities, in-depth regulatory know-how and track record in manufacturing and process development. Arxada’s Consumer Microbial Control (CMC) business targets five end markets: Hygiene, Home and Personal Care, Wood Protection, Crop Protection, and Food, Beverage and Water, while Industrial Microbial Control (IMC) focuses on Paints and Coatings and Material Protection. Both businesses build on superior regulatory expertise, the broadest set of antimicrobial agents and the widest range of registrations in the world, which are critical to maintaining the integrity of their customers’ products. Arxada’s unique Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE) business provides complex, high-quality technologies and chemistries to customers across a range of industries within its three divisions: Nutrition & Infrastructure, Composite Materials and the Custom Development and Manufacturing Organization. These businesses work closely together to provide complementary expertise and deliver unique, innovative solutions to help customers protect their products from harmful microorganisms, improve health and safety and reduce their environmental footprints. Supply Chain Arxada considers its supply chain a key component for operating its sustainable business and ensures the organizations it interacts with share similar standards and shared responsibility. Arxada has a global footprint spanning 26 production sites and 16 research and development centers serving customers across a wide range of industries. Arxada currently operates in countries around the world including in North and South America, Asia, Europe and the Middle East and Africa. 1. Verification Procedures Suppliers that enter into Arxada’s standard supply agreement agree to adhere to Arxada's Supplier Code of Conduct, which sets forth certain ethical and quality standards, including standards related to labor, health and safety, and the environment. Arxada’s Supplier Code of Conduct embraces the principles behind the Act, including: