The Responsible Care® Ethic and Principles for Sustainability

We are committed to do the right thing, and be seen to do the right thing.

We dedicate ourselves, our technology and our business practices to sustainability - the betterment of society, the environment and the economy. The principles of Responsible Care® are key to our business success, and compel us to:

• work for the improvement of people's lives and the environment, while striving to do no harm;
• be accountable and responsive to the public, especially our local communities, who have the right to understand the risks and benefits of what we do;
• take preventative action to protect health and the environment;
• innovate for safer products and processes that conserve resources and provide enhanced value;
• engage with our business partners to ensure the stewardship and security of our products, services and raw materials throughout their life-cycles;
• understand and meet expectations for social responsibility;
• work with all stakeholders for public policy and standards that enhance sustainability, act to advance legal requirements and meet or exceed their letter and spirit;
• promote awareness of Responsible Care, and inspire others to commit to these principles