Clariant is defined by a guiding vision, well-defined mission, and a culture that encourages every employee to capitalize on their ability to create value for all stakeholders.

1. Vision and mission focused on value creation

Clariant is focused on becoming the globally leading company for specialty chemicals and standing out by achieving above-average value creation for its stakeholders. To bring this vision to fruition, the company builds and maintains leading positions in all its businesses and strives for functional excellence in innovation, commercialization, and operations as a defining part of its corporate culture. Clariant’s vision is supported by its mission to create value by appreciating the needs of

• customers, by providing competitive and innovative solutions;
• employees, by adhering to corporate values;
• shareholders, by achieving above-average returns;
• the environment, by acting sustainably.

2. Appreciation, culture, and reputation as drivers for success

Clariant believes strongly that its brand essence of appreciation is a key driver for successful value creation. For Clariant, appreciation means putting values at the center of everything the company does in each area where it has an influence: performance, people, and the planet. SEE FIGURE 001

• Performance: Clariant appreciates its customers by striving for exceptional performance and offering innovative, customized, high-quality solutions.
• People: Clariant expresses appreciation of its stakeholders and employees with an unflagging commitment to transparency and integrity, and by fostering a culture of dialog and mutual respect.
• Planet: Clariant embodies appreciation of the planet by protecting the environment and safeguarding natural resources. By using sustainable, cutting-edge technologies, Clariant meets the most stringent standards and sets new industry benchmarks.

001 Brand Values with a focus on performance, people, and planet

Cultivating a corporate culture that balances business performance, social commitments, and environmental targets while also supporting stakeholder priorities is essential to generate value and sustainable growth. Therefore, appreciation is embedded throughout the company’s culture and corporate values, defining the expectations of employee behavior and building the company’s reputation and brand. SEE FIGURE 002 These values include:

1. Drive for Excellence: Clariant establishes the highest standards to profitably meet customer needs while aspiring to achieve even more.
2. Disciplined Performance Management: People at Clariant set, and ask for, clear direction and challenging but achievable targets. They give, and invite, open feedback on measured progress.
3. Deliver to Promise: Clariant counts on motivated employees who fully leverage their capabilities and do not over-promise or under-deliver.
4. Courageous and Decisive Leadership: Clariant chooses the right people for the right jobs, supporting risk-taking and accepting failure while learning from results.
5. Lived Appreciation: People at Clariant acknowledge strength, advise on areas for improvement, acknowledge outstanding contributions, and celebrate success.
6. Corporate Responsibility: People at Clariant attend to the welfare of all stakeholders, protect the environment, and respect communities. They live Clariant’s Code of Conduct and never shortcut a safety procedure.

002 Corporate Values for sustainable value creation