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Competition Practices
At Qnity, we compete every day to meet customer needs and enhance shareholder value. However, we always follow competition laws, which apply in most countries where we do business. These laws prohibit actions that restrain trade or reduce competition. Violating these laws can result in severe penalties for Qnity and anyone involved.
What to Avoid
Be familiar with Qnity’s Policy on Trade with Sensitive Destinations which applies to all Qnity businesses, including controlled subsidiaries, joint ventures and affiliates worldwide and governs all proposed import and export transactions.
Price-Fixing and Boycotts
We must never agree with competitors to fix prices, terms, or conditions of sale, or to boycott specific suppliers or customers.
Dividing Markets or Limiting Products
We must never divide customers, products, or markets with competitors or limit the production or sale of products in coordination with others.
Misrepresentation or Theft
We must never misrepresent ourselves to gather competitive information or steal information from competitors.
Competitors, Suppliers, and Trade Associations
If your work requires interaction with Qnity’s competitors, suppliers, or industry trade associations, you are expected to review policy and obtain approval before you:
- Develop price communications.
- Attend trade association meetings or events involving competitors.
- Engage directly with competitors.
To avoid violating antitrust laws, you must:
- Never engage in practices that restrict free trade or competition including discussing sales strategies or pricing with third parties.
- Avoid any discussion of proprietary or confidential data with competitors.
- Not solicit or share competitive information through third parties.
- Immediately stop discussions if sensitive topics arise and report the incident.
- Contact Legal if you have additional questions.
Competitive Information
We value competitive information, but only when it’s collected legally and ethically. Everyone at Qnity must follow these rules:
- Never steal or misrepresent yourself to gather data.
- Avoid using agents or third parties to obtain information inappropriately.
- Consult Legal if you’re unsure about gathering competitive information responsibly.
By following these guidelines, we protect Qnity’s reputation and comply with competition laws worldwide.
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