Supply Chain Sustainability Spotlight.

In addition to the Supplier Code, Balchem maintains a comprehensive approval program for raw material quality sourcing, encompassing an evaluation of the supplier’s quality program, the material being supplied, and verification of the supplier’s measures against food safety risks. In the food safety evaluation process, we consider production methods, distribution channels, and the intended use of the product.

We require all of our raw material suppliers to endorse our Supplier Code, provide confirmation, or demonstrate their commitment by adhering to company policies that align with the standards outlined in our code. Balchem’s Supplier Code mandates suppliers to protect human rights by ensuring healthy labor conditions, fair treatment for employees and contractors, and competitive compensation standards. It is closely linked to and aligned with Balchem’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics (the “Code”). These standards are derived from the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises and the eight fundamental conventions defined by the International Labour Organization. We believe that working with suppliers who share our commitment to human rights strengthens our supply chain.