Standard BioTools : Supplier / Distributor Code of Ethics and Conduct (afadb2)
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Published on 05/12/2025 at 13:07
Introduction
Standard BioTools has four key corporate values: Customer Commitment, Integrity, Respect and Continuous Improvement. These four values form the foundation of our business, and Standard BioTools expects that our suppliers (each referred to hereinafter as a "Supplier") and distributors (each referred to hereinafter as a "Distributor") hold these same values. This Supplier / Distributor Code of Conduct (this "Code") outlines Standard BioTools' specific expectations of our Suppliers and Distributors (hereinafter referred to collectively as "Business Partners" and individually as a "Business Partner") in alignment with our corporate values.
Standard BioTools, hereinafter referred to as the "Company", conducts business globally and operates under diverse international and regional laws and regulations. The Company is committed to conducting business ethically, legally, and with fairness and respect for all stakeholders, including the companies with which we do business, across all markets. Similarly, we expect our Business Partners to mirror this commitment, adhering to the rules and regulations governing our collective activities. The Company's commitment to ethical and legal business practices is reinforced through our policies, procedures, contractual agreements, and codes of ethics and conduct for both our employees and our Business Partners.
In addition to agreeing to comply with applicable laws and regulations, Business Partners are expected to understand and commit to abiding by this Code before entering into any business relationship with Standard BioTools.
Thank you in advance for your commitment to ethical and legal business practices.
Michael Egholm
Chief Executive Officer
Introduction
Our Values
Conducting Business Ethically
Compliance with Laws, Rules & Regulations
Anti-Corruption & Anti-Bribery 4
Gifts & Entertainment 4
Conflicts of Interest 5
Insider Trading 5
Competition & Fair Dealing 5
Data Security & Privacy 5
International Trade 6
Responsible, Conflict-Free Sourcing 7
Use of Information & Assets 7
Financial Integrity 7
Product Quality & Performance 8
Health, Safety, Environment & Sustainability 8
Safety & Health 8
Environment 8
Sustainability 8
Fair Treatment & Human Rights 8
Human Trafficking & Forced Labor 9
Child Labor 9
Wages, Benefits & Hours of Work 9
Dignity & Respect 9
Freedom of Association 10
Compliance with this Code & Additional Information 10
Mandatory Compliance and Scope 10
Business Partner Compliance Program 10
Auditing and Monitoring 10
Reporting and Violations 11
Contacting Standard BioTools 11
Our Values
Our values at Standard BioTools govern the conduct of our personnel and establish our expectations for Business Partners. Our values drive our individual behaviors at work and what Business Partners can expect when interacting with Company Personnel. Likewise, Standard BioTools expects the same from our Business Partners as we conduct business together.
Customer Commitment
We are committed to developing quality solutions for our Customers' unmet needs, creating value for all stakeholders and achieving better business outcomes
Integrity
We embody integrity - choosing to uphold the highest standards professionally, personally and intellectually
Respect
We show respect for each other, value every voice and embrace diversity, equity and inclusion
Continuous Improvement
We foster a culture of Continuous Improvement (Kaizen), driving us to be better, do better and evolve every day
Conducting Business Ethically
Honesty and ethical conduct are the cornerstones of Standard BioTools' business and the foundation for building strong partnerships with our Business Partners. As a global company, Standard BioTools recognizes that laws, rules and regulations in various jurisdictions may differ from those of the United States. However, Standard BioTools expects not only legal adherence but also integrity from its Business Partners, which is demonstrated by the following:
Conducting business fairly and honestly
Treating employees and stakeholders fairly and respectfully
Adhering to business practices that are free from bribery, corruption or improper payments Protecting Standard BioTools' intellectual property rights and confidential information Preventing and disclosing potential conflicts of interest
Standard BioTools realizes that conducting business in accordance with the law and conducting business ethically may be at odds with each other. Standard BioTools expectation is for legal and ethical choices to be made; the Company will never ask a Business Partner to act in an illegal or unethical manner.
Compliance with Laws, Rules & Regulations
For Standard BioTools, compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations in the markets in which it operates is a fundamental business practice and a baseline expectation for Business Partners. Business Partners of Standard BioTools must act with integrity and in accordance with the highest ethical standards. At a minimum, this requires compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and rules, as well as a commitment to strong governance practices and transparency in all business activities.
Standard BioTools expects its Business Partners to abide by the laws and regulations of every country in which they do business, including, but not limited to, the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, the U.K. Bribery Act and the China Anti-Unfair Competition Law.
Where local laws or regulations governing our Business Partners are permissive of activities not permitted under the laws governing Standard BioTools, the Company expects the more restrictive guidance to be applied.
Business Partners are responsible for ensuring that they and their respective employees, independent contractors, representatives, downstream suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors adhere to the standards of behavior and ethical principles described in this Code.
Standard BioTools does not knowingly conduct business with a company that violates U.S. or international standards and expects Business Partners to uphold a similar standard when selecting and doing business with third parties.
Anti-Corruption & Anti-Bribery
The Company has a zero-tolerance policy with respect to bribery and corruption. Business Partners are expected to not exercise improper influence or directly / indirectly offer, give or promise money or any other thing of value (including facilitation payments, gifts, meals, entertainment or other business courtesies and benefits, regardless of value) to any individual for an improper purpose. This prohibition applies regardless of whether the recipient is a government official or representative of a private company. Similarly, Business Partners are expected to not solicit or accept any bribes, kickbacks or other improper payments.
Gifts & Entertainment
When conducting business with or on behalf of the Company, Business Partners are expected to not offer, give, promise, solicit or accept any gifts, meals, entertainment, travel or other business courtesies or benefits unless there is a legitimate business reason for doing so, and the situation
could not give rise to even an appearance of impropriety. All business courtesies and benefits given and received must be lawful, reasonable, and consistent with industry standards.
Conflicts of Interest
When dealing with the Company, Business Partners must remain free of any improper influences that stem from personal, business or other arrangements that could create a conflict of interest. Any actual or potential conflicts must be promptly disclosed to Standard BioTools so that appropriate remedial actions to mitigate any such conflicts may be enacted.
Insider Trading
Insider trading refers to the buying or selling of a publicly traded company's securities by someone who has material, non-public information about that stock. This guidance is designed to help Business Partners understand and comply with insider trading laws and regulations.
As a Business Partner, you may at times come into possession of material, non-public information about Standard BioTools or another publicly traded company with which we conduct business. Information is "material" if there is a substantial likelihood that a reasonable investor would find it relevant when making an investment decision (i.e., whether to buy, sell or hold a security).
Standard BioTools encourages Business Partners to provide insider trading training to their employees and establish internal policies for the lawful trading of customer securities. If a Business Partner has a question concerning insider trading, they should contact Standard BioTools' Legal Department.
Trading, or tipping others to trade, on material, non-public information is illegal and is prohibited by Standard BioTools.
Competition & Fair Dealing
Business Partners are expected to not enter into anti-competitive agreements or otherwise seek to undermine free and fair competition in violation of applicable antitrust and competition laws. All information regarding a Business Partner's products and services must be accurate and truthful. Misleading statements intended to gain a competitive advantage and disparaging or untrue statements about competitors are prohibited.
Data Security & Privacy
Business Partners are expected to comply with applicable security and privacy laws and regulations as well as data retention requirements in all situations when conducting business with Standard BioTools. Business Partners must ensure that, at all times, they have appropriate
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