The Board Members of Blume Metal Kimya A.Ş. adopt the behavioral rules defined in this document. All employees are expected to fully comply with the rules outlined herein.

1. CORE PRINCIPLES

In developing Blume Metal Kimya A.Ş.’s long-term interests in a manner that responds to the needs of society, the country, employees, the public, the state, shareholders, investors, and suppliers:

  • Integrity and honesty must be reflected in work.
  • Conduct must be humble, respectful, and mutually understanding.
  • Communication and actions must be consistent, clear, and transparent.
  • Work should be carried out with cost awareness and efficiency goals.
  • Work must align with the company’s mission and vision.
  • Corporate identity and organizational loyalty must be embraced.
  • Creativity, diverse ideas, collective intelligence, team spirit, and flexible thinking and behavior in response to events must be supported.
  • Compliance with occupational health and safety regulations and taking necessary precautions is essential.

2. CODE OF CONDUCT

Employees of Blume Metal Kimya A.Ş.:

  • Create a respectful, courteous, and open work environment fostering clear communication.
  • Conduct business relationships professionally, fairly, impartially, and objectively.
  • Avoid actions that could damage the corporate identity or reputation of the company.
  • Represent the company appropriately in appearance, behavior, and speech during internal and external interactions.
  • Continuously develop professional competencies and service quality.
  • Perform duties carefully, accurately, and on time.

3. PREVENTION OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Employees:

  • Must not engage in activities or behaviors that create conflicts of interest with the company.
  • Must not use company assets for personal benefit or for the benefit of any third party.
  • Must avoid personal agreements or financial actions that weaken the company’s potential advantage during negotiations with potential partners.

4. RELATIONSHIPS WITH THIRD PARTIES

Blume Metal Kimya A.Ş.:

  • Evaluates and selects partners, suppliers, and collaborators transparently and equitably while prioritizing company interests.
  • Protects the company’s interests in all commercial activities.

5. GIFTS

  • Employees may not request or accept gifts, commissions, tips, or services from clients, suppliers, or third parties that could influence company decisions.
  • Modest business-related invitations (e.g., lunch during a meeting or corporate events) are permissible.

6. USE OF INFORMATION AND ASSETS

  • Employees must not use confidential information or company assets for personal or third-party gain.

7. CONFIDENTIALITY

  • Employees protect company information learned through their role, except for legally required disclosures.
  • Salary information is confidential and should not be shared.

8. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

  • Employees follow safety rules and precautions.
  • Prohibited substances are not allowed in the workplace, and employees under influence cannot work.

9. CONDUCT TOWARDS OFFICIAL AUTHORITIES

  • Cooperate with official investigations, answer questions accurately, and avoid bribery and corruption.

10. INVESTOR RELATIONS

  • Employees follow the company’s disclosure policy when communicating publicly.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate governance and capital market regulations.

11. PROTECTION OF EMPLOYEE RIGHTS

  • Employees who report concerns in good faith are protected from retaliation.
  • False reports may result in corrective action.

12. NON-DISCRIMINATION AND ANTI-HARASSMENT

  • Equal rights are provided without discrimination based on race, language, religion, gender, sexual identity, age, disability, or legally protected status.
  • Harassment or discriminatory behavior is not tolerated.

13. PREVENTION OF MOBBING

  • Workplace bullying or harassment is not accepted or encouraged.

14. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

  • Employees act with awareness of protecting the environment and natural resources.
  • Preventive measures and sustainable practices are supported.

15. POLITICAL ACTIVITIES

  • The company does not support political parties, politicians, or candidates and does not use company resources for political purposes.

16. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

  • Employees are encouraged to voluntarily participate in appropriate social responsibility initiatives.

17. SOCIAL MEDIA USAGE

  • Employees must not post offensive, discriminatory, false, or threatening content on social media.
  • Confidential company processes may only be shared on the KAP platform or the company website.

18. USE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES

  • Protect customer and employee personal data.
  • Confidential business, financial, administrative, and legal information must not be shared externally.
  • Company systems are for business use only, and credentials must remain confidential.

19. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS AND COMPANY REGULATIONS

  • Employees must know and follow applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
  • Suspected violations must be reported to the Administrative Officer.

20. REPORTING IMPROPER CONDUCT

  • Employees must report violations of the company’s Code of Ethics or legal regulations to their manager, or to General Management if the manager is involved, and to the Board of Directors if the issue is unresolved.