Human Rights Policy
HUMAN RIGHTS POLICY
- Summary
This Human Rights Policy establishes the global human rights standards for Cuopru.
Cuopru conducts its global business in a manner that respects the human rights and dignity of all, as
articulated in the UN Declaration of Human Rights and the International Labor Organization’s
Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work. Cuopru supports international efforts
to promote and protect human rights, including efforts to eradicate slavery, forced labor, child
labor, and human trafficking. Violations of human rights laws may result in fines or
imprisonment, and violations of this Policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including
termination of employment or contractual relationship with Cuopru. - Applicability
This Policy applies to Cuopru, and its subsidiaries (“Cuopru”), and all Cuopru employees,
contractors, officers, and directors worldwide (collectively “Covered Employees”). This Policy
also sets forth compliance requirements applicable to all individuals and entities doing business
on Cuopru’s behalf, including third-party agents, consultants, business partners, and suppliers,
and their employees (collectively “Third Parties”), in addition to the compliance requirements set
forth in Cuopru’s Code of Business Conduct, Supplier Code of Conduct and other applicable Cuopru
policies.
To the extent that Cuopru policies impose a higher standard than what is required by applicable
laws and regulations on its Suppliers, such higher standard will prevail.
Any questions concerning the application of this Policy or a specific law should be directed to
the Environmental, Social and Governance ([email protected]) and the Ethics &
Compliance Department ([email protected]). - Policy Details
A responsible supply chain and the fair treatment of everyone who contributes to Cuopru and our
products are at the core of our business. As we navigate the complexities of an expanding
global supply chain, enter new consumer markets, and grow our team, we are committed to
respecting the fundamental human rights of anyone who engages in work or other activities
connected to our business operations and supply chain. Cuopru strives to respect and promote
human rights of Covered Employees and those employed by Third Parties in accordance with
the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. This Policy sets forth the minimum
human rights standards at Cuopru.
3.1. Respecting Fundamental Human Rights
Cuopru prohibits Covered Employees and Third Parties from violating human
rights, including rights related to bonded, compulsory, forced, or slave labor; child
labor; discrimination and harassment; excessive working hours; fair hiring and
recruitment practices; fair wages, benefits, and compensation; freedom of
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association, collective bargaining, and the right to strike; healthy, safe, and
accessible working conditions; protection of cultural resources; and responsible chemical management.
Penalties and Enforcement
Failure to comply with global human rights laws and regulations can result in severe
consequences for Cuopru and any individual(s) involved, including, but not limited to, government
investigations, disruption to business operations, reputational harm, criminal penalties including
imprisonment, significant monetary fines, and loss of business. A violation of this Human Rights
Policy may also constitute a violation of other Cuopru policies or procedures, including by not
limited to, Cuopru’s Code of Business Conduct or Supplier Code of Conduct, which may result in
disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or contractual relationship with Cuopru.