We are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards, and we expect the same of our suppliers. At the same time, we also see opportunities to generate shared value through sustainability.
We recognize that advancing sustainability requires collaboration beyond our own operations. By working closely with suppliers who share our commitment to responsible practices, we can extend positive environmental and social impacts across our global value chain.
Since launching our Supplier Sustainability Assessment Program in 2021, we have steadily increased participation in annual assessments that align with internationally recognized reporting frameworks. These efforts enhance transparency, strengthen accountability, and help identify opportunities to address social, environmental, and ethical risks while advancing shared value. A key part of our approach is engaging critical suppliers to build resilience and promote sustainable practices, including initiatives that support a lower-carbon future. For example, we are actively encouraging the use of electric vehicle truck transport across our network of facilities and customer operations.
Together, we can drive meaningful progress toward a more sustainable supply chain and create lasting benefits for our stakeholders and the environment.

We conducted a sustainability survey with more than 10,000 suppliers across the globe as part of our commitment to understand the impacts across our value chain and the level of action being undertaken by our supply chain partners. The survey questions covered topics including climate and environmental engagement, water security and diversity. The results provided insights into the level of sustainability awareness, risk management and commitment among our suppliers as we work together to enable a more sustainable future.

VARTA AG, a leader in battery technology in Europe, awarded Cabot with one of two 2024 Supplier Sustainability Awards. We have partnered with VARTA since 2021, with both companies supporting the development of clean energy solutions. VARTA’s acknowledgment reflects our ability to meet their expectations for environmental performance and ethical sourcing. We are grateful for this partnership and look forward to continuing to build a better future together.

Our site in Mauá, Brazil, was honored with the Braskem Suppliers Sustainability Recognition in the Social Environmental Best Performance category. Braskem, a leading petrochemical and biopolymer producer in the region, highlighted our environmental, social and governance (ESG) excellence, and our commitment to providing outstanding service.
We were the first major fumed silica manufacturer to introduce a new multi-wall brown paper bag design for fumed silica. This initiative was in development for two years and extensive testing was conducted to ensure the bag performance is maintained.
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