Bakelite Synthetics (“the Company”) announced the successful completion of the American Chemistry Council’s Responsible Care^® certification process, achieving compliance at all of our U.S. sites. Responsible Care is the global chemical manufacturing industry’s leading safety and sustainability initiative, driving continual improvement in environmental, health, safety, and security performance.

Being a Responsible Care partner is crucial as it underscores the Company’s commitment to environmental sustainability, community wellbeing, and regulatory compliance. This certification builds trust and loyalty among customers and stakeholders, enhances associate engagement, and supports long-term business success through innovative and sustainable practices.

JP Aucoin, President and Chief Executive Officer of Bakelite Synthetics, stated, “Achieving Responsible Care certification is a testament to our commitment to safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement. We are proud of our team’s dedication to these principles and look forward to continuing our journey towards a more sustainable future.”

About Bakelite Synthetics

Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Bakelite Synthetics is a leading global integrated producer of thermoset specialty resins, solutions and engineered thermoset molding compounds serving a variety of segments and end markets across geographies. Additional information about Bakelite Synthetics and its products is available at bakelite.com.

About Responsible Care

Launched in Canada 1985, Responsible Care has grown to nearly 70 global economies. Each national chemical association manages its own Responsible Care program, based on eight common fundamental features developed by the International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA):

• Community Engagement
• Environmental Performance
• Emergency Preparedness & Response
• Process Safety
• Product Safety & Stewardship
• Supply Chain Engagement
• Security
• Workplace Safety & Occupational Health

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