Westlake Chemical
Suppliers’ Code of Conduct
Suppliers’ Code of Conduct
Westlake is a quality, low-cost manufacturer and dependable global supplier of petrochemicals, plastics, and building products. Our mission is to serve our customers by enhancing daily life through the products and services we provide.
As a supplier, you are an integral part of the value chain that contributes to the success of our customers. We expect that you will offer quality products and services, on time, at a competitive price.
This Westlake Chemical Corporation Suppliers’ Code of Conduct document sets forth the fundamental expectations that Westlake has for its suppliers related to complying with applicable laws and regulations and conducting business in an ethical manner.
Compliance with Laws
Suppliers and their manufacturing facilities, including any subcontracting and packaging facilities, shall, at all times in the conduct of their business and operations, including in the storage, containerization, or transport of products or raw materials, comply with all applicable local, state or provincial, national and international laws and regulations, including, but not limited to, those related to labor, immigration, health and safety, and the environment.
Health, Safety, and Environment
Suppliers shall:
Conflicts of Interest, Gifts and Entertainment
Suppliers shall not:
Anti-Corruption
Suppliers shall not:
Financial Integrity
Suppliers shall keep accurate records of all matters related to their business with Westlake in accordance with standard accounting practices such as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or International Financial Reporting Standards.
Voluntary Labor and Labor Hours
All labor must be voluntary. Slave, child, underage, forced, bonded, or indentured labor will not be tolerated. At a minimum, Suppliers shall:
Compensation
Suppliers shall compensate all workers with wages and benefits that meet or exceed legal standards.
Dormitories and Canteen
Suppliers who provide residential and dining facilities for their workers must provide safe, healthy, and sanitary facilities.
Sustainability
Westlake desires to do business with suppliers who take their corporate social responsibility obligations seriously. Westlake therefore encourages suppliers to be socially and environmentally responsible, participate in sustainability programs, and to be proactive in their approaches to deliver sustainable solutions.
Reporting
We encourage you to report known or suspected violations of these topics to https://westlake.ethicspoint.com. We appreciate your cooperation and assistance.