Supplier Code of Conduct

Adopted by the Board of Directors of FinOne Industries India Private Limited on May 01, 2023

Regd. Office: Plot No 3, Sy. No. 34/7, Kh No 195, Basavanapura, Bangalore - 560083, Karnataka (India)

CIN: U29100KA2023PTC173092

Email: fiil@finoneindustries.com

Website: www.finoneindustries.com

Table of Contents

I. General Principles II. Key Requirements for Supplier Relationships III. Implementation Guidelines IV. Supplier Obligations and Compliance V. Monitoring and Enforcement

I. GENERAL PRINCIPLES

1. Introduction

FinOne Industries stands as a global leader with operations spanning more than 65 countries and over 300 facilities worldwide. Our extensive global presence demands the highest standards of business conduct, environmental responsibility, and social accountability from our supply chain partners.

2. Scope and Application

This Code applies to:

  • All suppliers, vendors, and contractors

  • Service providers and consultants

  • Joint venture partners

  • Subcontractors and their suppliers

  • Any third party conducting business with FinOne Industries

3. Purpose

The purpose of this Code is to:

  • Establish clear expectations for supplier conduct

  • Ensure consistency across global operations

  • Protect human rights and worker welfare

  • Safeguard environmental resources

  • Maintain ethical business practices

  • Foster sustainable business relationships

II. KEY REQUIREMENTS FOR SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIPS

1. Business Ethics and Compliance

1.1 Anti-Corruption and Bribery

  • Zero tolerance for any form of corruption

  • Prohibition of facilitation payments

  • Gift and hospitality restrictions

  • Transparent financial transactions

  • Regular anti-corruption training requirements

1.2 Financial Integrity

  • Accurate record keeping

  • Transparent pricing mechanisms

  • Prevention of money laundering

  • Tax compliance

  • Financial reporting standards

1.3 Fair Competition

  • Anti-trust compliance

  • Fair bidding practices

  • Market competition rules

  • Price fixing prohibition

  • Competitive intelligence guidelines

1.4 Intellectual Property

  • Protection of trade secrets

  • Patent compliance

  • Copyright adherence

  • Trademark protection

  • Data security requirements

2. Human Rights and Working Conditions

2.1 Labor Standards

  • Minimum age requirements

  • Working hour limitations

  • Rest period requirements

  • Overtime compensation

  • Holiday entitlements

2.2 Health and Safety

  • Workplace safety standards

  • Personal protective equipment

  • Emergency preparedness

  • Accident prevention

  • Health monitoring systems

2.3 Fair Treatment

  • Non-discrimination policies

  • Equal opportunity employment

  • Harassment prevention

  • Grievance mechanisms

  • Worker representation rights

2.4 Compensation

  • Fair wage standards

  • Benefits requirements

  • Payment regularity

  • Wage documentation

  • Deduction limitations

3. Environmental Standards

3.1 Environmental Management

  • ISO 14001 certification requirements

  • Environmental impact assessments

  • Pollution prevention programs

  • Resource conservation measures

  • Waste reduction targets

3.2 Climate Action

  • Greenhouse gas reduction targets

  • Energy efficiency programs

  • Renewable energy adoption

  • Carbon footprint monitoring

  • Climate risk assessment

3.3 Resource Management

  • Water conservation

  • Material efficiency

  • Waste minimization

  • Recycling programs

  • Sustainable sourcing

III. IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES

1. Documentation Requirements

Suppliers must maintain:

  • Policy documentation

  • Training records

  • Audit reports

  • Compliance certificates

  • Incident reports

  • Performance metrics

  • Improvement plans

2. Training and Development

Required programs include:

  • Code of conduct training

  • Safety awareness

  • Environmental compliance

  • Ethics and compliance

  • Human rights awareness

3. Communication Channels

Established mechanisms for:

  • Regular reporting

  • Issue escalation

  • Feedback collection

  • Performance reviews

  • Improvement suggestions

IV. SUPPLIER OBLIGATIONS AND COMPLIANCE

1. Legal Compliance

  • Adherence to local laws

  • International standard compliance

  • Industry regulation conformity

  • Export control compliance

  • Trade restriction adherence

2. Risk Management

  • Risk assessment procedures

  • Mitigation strategies

  • Monitoring systems

  • Incident response plans

  • Business continuity planning

3. Supply Chain Transparency

  • Supplier mapping requirements

  • Origin traceability

  • Material certification

  • Process documentation

  • Supply chain audits

V. MONITORING AND ENFORCEMENT

1. Audit Rights

FinOne Industries reserves the right to:

  • Conduct scheduled audits

  • Perform surprise inspections

  • Review documentation

  • Interview workers

  • Assess facilities

2. Violation Consequences

Potential actions include:

  • Corrective action requirements

  • Business volume reduction

  • Relationship suspension

  • Contract termination

  • Legal action

3. Improvement Process

Steps include:

  • Performance assessment

  • Gap identification

  • Action planning

  • Implementation support

  • Progress monitoring

This Code is effective immediately upon signing and remains in effect throughout the duration of the business relationship with FinOne Industries India Private Limited.