There are three Bio-Rad Codes of Conduct, which govern our conduct and the conduct of our business partners.

The Bio-Rad Code of Business Ethics and Conduct applies to all Bio-Rad workforce members. Workforce members include the Board of Directors, full- and part-time employees, and temporary and leased workers.

The Channel Partner and Consultant Code of Conduct applies to business partners who (i) act on Bio-Rad’s behalf, and (ii) interact with government or government officials, healthcare professionals and healthcare organizations, or customers. This Code is more extensive than the Supplier Code of Conduct due to the additional obligations that these organizations have as a result of acting on behalf of Bio-Rad.

The Supplier Code of Conduct applies to all other entities that provide services or products to Bio-Rad.

Our core values shape the culture and define the character of our company. They guide how we behave and make decisions

Innovation

Involvement

Independence

Integrity

  POINTS TO REMEMBER

When you are faced with a difficult decision that raises a compliance or ethical issue, it can help to ask yourself the following questions about a proposed course of action:

You are responsible for conducting all Bio-Rad business legally and ethically. From time to time, you may have a question about the law, this Code, or Bio-Rad’s policies—or suspect that a violation of one of these has occurred. Do not hesitate to ask questions or report actual or potential violations.

Raising concerns can help Bio-Rad reduce risks, improve processes, and solve problems. You must act in “good faith,” which means that you come forward with a suspicion you have reason to believe is true, even if it is later determined that no wrongdoing occurred. You do not have to be correct, but you must act in good faith.

Bio-Rad has multiple resources in place for responding to questions and concerns.

How to Ask a Question or Report a Concern

In many cases, your immediate supervisor or manager is likely to be the person who can assist you with questions and concerns. Sometimes, however, it may be more appropriate to direct your question or concern to someone else. You may seek guidance from, or make a report to, any of the following resources:

Bio-Rad will treat the information that you report as confidentially as possible. If you are uncomfortable identifying yourself, you may report anonymously, unless prohibited by local law. You are, however, encouraged to share your identity when you report because it may be more difficult to thoroughly investigate anonymous reports and this permits Bio-Rad to conduct the most thorough investigation possible.

You should include in your report relevant dates, names, locations, and other details, if possible, to facilitate the investigation. Even if you do not have all the facts or are unsure whether there is a problem, you are still encouraged to submit your concern.

After You Make a Report

Regardless of how you choose to report, Bio-Rad will take all reports of actual or suspected misconduct seriously and address them promptly. Appropriate personnel will carefully investigate the reports. If the report is substantiated, Bio-Rad will then take appropriate disciplinary and corrective action. As a reporter, you will be notified when the investigation is complete and whether the report was substantiated.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE:

          Investigation Guidelines for Employees

Bio-Rad will not tolerate any form of retaliation against a workforce member who reports an ethical concern in good faith or participates in an investigation of a possible violation of our Code. If you experience or witness such retaliation, please report it. Anyone who engages in retaliatory action will face disciplinary action.

By reporting misconduct, we help contribute to the ethical culture at Bio-Rad. Bio-Rad recognizes that, to preserve a culture of integrity and respect, we must protect those who report in good faith and who cooperate in good faith with investigations of such reports.

If you believe that you or someone else has been subject to retaliation, you should report this to the Human Resources Department, Corporate Compliance Department, or via the Integrity Helpline.

Violations of This Code

All workforce members must adhere to the law, this Code, and Bio-Rad’s policies. Violations may result in serious consequences. Bio-Rad will investigate alleged violations in compliance with applicable laws and according to the appropriate internal investigation process. Violations may lead to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment, as well as possible civil or criminal penalties.

Bio-Rad is committed to the prompt investigation of reports brought forward. It is important to provide all information requested in any investigation conducted by Bio-Rad. Bio-Rad may elect not to commence an investigation if a report contains only unspecified wrongdoing or broad allegations without adequate informational support.

We must always do our best to provide accurate information and to not make untrue or misleading statements or encourage anyone else to do so. It is a violation of this Code to knowingly report any false concern or misleading statement to Bio-Rad. Such action may subject the reporting person to discipline as set forth above in “Violations of This Code.”

Government agencies and others outside of Bio-Rad may request information from or about Bio-Rad. In the context of an investigation, if you are contacted by a government agency, a non-Bio-Rad workforce member, or an outside investigator, you should contact the Legal Department immediately.

Higher Expectations for Supervisors and Managers

While this Code applies to all Bio-Rad workforce members, officers, and directors, we place particularly high expectations on our supervisors and managers because of their role as leaders within Bio-Rad.

If you are a supervisor or manager, you must lead by example and be an ambassador for the principles set forth in this Code. This means discussing this Code with workforce members, promoting the importance of ethical behavior, and creating a positive work environment so that workforce members are comfortable raising concerns and asking questions.

You must also be knowledgeable about this Code and the policies and procedures referenced in this Code, and you must be familiar with the relevant portions of the Bio-Rad Management Guidelines.

As a supervisor or manager, it is also your responsibility to make a timely report of a violation of this Code or any other unethical or illegal conduct, whether you witness the misconduct yourself, receive a report about it, or otherwise have knowledge of or suspect it.

Please remember that Bio-Rad does not tolerate retaliation in any form against someone who reports an ethical concern in good faith or who participates in an investigation by being interviewed.

Compliance with the Law

The global nature of our business means that we must understand and comply with laws and regulations in many jurisdictions, governing many different topics, as well as Bio-Rad’s own policies and procedures. When these laws, local customs, or business practices conflict with U.S. law or the rules set forth in this Code or Bio-Rad’s policies, we must obtain prior permission from the Legal Department before conforming to them. In all locations where we do business, we are obligated to conduct business ethically, to use good judgment, and to avoid conduct that could compromise, or appear to compromise, our integrity.

If you perceive a conflict between this Code and local law, you should:

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE:

          Management Guidelines

We foster an inclusive and positive work environment

We maintain integrity in the workplace by acting with respect toward our colleagues. We understand and act in compliance in areas such as those listed below.

Bio-Rad is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer. Bio-Rad will comply with all applicable laws that address equal employment opportunities for all its employees and job applicants.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE:

          Employee Handbook

Bio-Rad is subject to an interlocking set of rules regarding our business partner interactions

This Code applies to all of our interactions with all of our customers and business partners.

It is important to remember that additional obligations and standards of conduct apply when we are interacting with business

partners or customers who are healthcare professionals or healthcare organizations.

Even stricter standards apply to our conduct when we are interacting with governments or government officials.

Bio-Rad is committed to complying with applicable anti-corruption laws, including those governing our dealings with U.S. federal and state officials, the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), the UK Bribery Act 2010, and the anti-corruption and anti-bribery laws of the countries where we operate.

We prohibit bribery in all forms, including bribery of government officials and commercial business partners, as well as the solicitation or acceptance of bribes. We expect Bio-Rad workforce members and business partners acting on our behalf to comply with all applicable anti-corruption laws and the principles of this Code.

Interacting with Governments and Government Officials

The FCPA and other applicable anti-corruption laws are clear: you may not directly or indirectly (through another party), do any of the following to improperly influence a government official:

In addition, many laws, including those regulating dealings with U.S. officials, set special requirements and restrictions on our interactions with a government or government official. We must be aware of the restrictions and prohibitions that apply to those interactions.

In some cases, dealings with the spouse or immediate family member of any of the persons mentioned above could also subject you or Bio-Rad to the same scrutiny as if you were dealing with the official.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE:

        Anti-Corruption Policy: II b, c, f

        Fee for Service Arrangements SOP

        Funding and Sponsorships of Third Party Meetings SOP

        Bio-Rad Channel Partner and Consultant Code of Conduct

Bribery: the offering, giving, authorizing, or promising of anything of value to improperly influence an official decision in order to obtain or retain business or in pursuit of other business advantage. Items of value may include cash, goods, products, free services, or gifts.

Kickback: providing anything of value as a reward for influencing an official decision for business advantage.

Government official: defined very broadly to include, but is not limited to, an officer, workforce member, or representative of a government or governmental department or agency or a fully or partially government-owned enterprise (for instance, a doctor or lab technician employed by a government agency or public university), a political party or official, a candidate for political office, or an officer or workforce member of a public international organization (for example, World Bank).

Prohibition of Commercial Bribery

Many anti-corruption laws, including the UK Bribery Act 2010, apply to our business dealings with not just government officials, but commercial business partners as well. As a result, we must not engage in commercial bribery. This form of bribery occurs when we offer or give to a non-government person something of value, including a business courtesy, with the intent of obtaining or retaining business or otherwise improperly influencing a company’s business affairs.

Commercial bribery can carry steep consequences. We must all use good judgment and ensure no improper gift or other thing of value is offered, provided, or accepted in connection with any of our customers or business partners (including suppliers).

Use of Business Partners

Bio-Rad prohibits business partners acting on our behalf from engaging in bribery and corruption. We cannot hire or permit business partners who interact with current or potential customers or government officials (for example, distributors, sales agents, regulatory consultants, freight forwarders, etc.) to do something we are not allowed to do ourselves.

We cannot ignore evidence of bribery or other misconduct by business partners acting on our behalf. It is critical that we engage only reputable, qualified intermediaries, that we require strict compliance with all applicable anti-corruption laws and Bio-Rad policies, and that we monitor these business partners closely.

  POINTS TO REMEMBER

Interacting with Healthcare Professionals and Healthcare Organizations

Many countries in which we do business have special laws that govern our interactions with healthcare professionals (HCPs) and healthcare organizations (HCOs). If your job brings you in contact with these parties, be sure that your interactions:

In addition, certain jurisdictions, including the United States, require Bio-Rad to publicly report certain payments to healthcare professionals, organizations, and facilities. Relevant transactions, such as gifts, travel reimbursements, consulting payments, product samples, and loans of instruments, need to be properly recorded in accordance with Bio-Rad’s policies and procedures regarding interactions with healthcare professionals and organizations. Some jurisdictions in the United States also ban Bio-Rad from providing certain items, such as gifts, meals, and continuing education credits, to healthcare professionals.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE:

        Anti-Corruption Policy: II c.6, III e; II c.5, III c.

        Global Spend Transparency Policy

        Fee for Service Arrangements SOP

        Bio-Rad Channel Partner and Consultant Code of Conduct

Healthcare professional (HCP): any person who interacts directly with patients for the diagnosis or treatment of the patient, and is licensed to prescribe drugs for medical use or is in a position to arrange for or recommend the purchase, prescription, or formulary placement of any Bio-Rad product.

Healthcare organization (HCO): hospitals, clinics, medical practices, universities, healthcare-related professional organizations, medical societies, payors, distributors/wholesalers, and other entities in a position to arrange for or recommend the purchase or placement of any Bio-Rad product.

In developing strong working relationships with our current or potential customers and business partners, including healthcare professionals and suppliers, providing certain business courtesies—including modest, infrequent gifts and entertainment for a legitimate business purpose—may be appropriate.

Giving Gifts

We may never offer or give a gift, entertainment, or other business courtesy to improperly influence any person, whether a government official, an employee of another company, or any other individual.

Certain types of gifts are not permitted at all, including:

  POINTS TO REMEMBER

Business courtesy: can include gifts, meals or entertainment, training, sponsorships, marketing studies, speaker’s fees, or charitable contributions.

Modest and infrequent courtesies for a legitimate business purpose may be appropriate.

Bio-Rad workforce members and members of their immediate families must not request or accept any gifts, gratuities, kickbacks, or payments that are intended to influence decision-makers or could be construed as such.

This applies to customers, suppliers, consultants, or any other persons with whom we do, or potentially could do, business. The occasional acceptance of token gifts or meals is permitted during legitimate business discussions. The value of such items should be nominal.

We may never accept gifts or other business courtesies improperly. We also must comply with local laws in offering or giving gifts, entertainment, or other business courtesies. We may not provide gifts or entertainment of any kind to government officials.

If you are given or offered an improper gift from a customer or business partner, you should:

Your immediate supervisor or manager should contact the Chief Compliance Officer for alternate disposition. If you are invited to participate in a business-appropriate entertainment activity with a customer or business partner, you should pay for your participation in the activity and inform your immediate supervisor or manager; reimbursement by Bio-Rad for such activities is subject to applicable Bio-Rad policies.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE:

Anti-Corruption Policy: II c.6, III e; II c.5, III c. Gifts SOP

Subject to applicable Bio-Rad policies, the occasional provision or receipt of meals and refreshments with current or potential customers or with business partners is permitted, provided the meals are not frequent, the value of such meals or refreshments is modest, and the primary purpose of such meals or refreshments is to have legitimate business discussions.

In general, Bio-Rad does not permit business partners to pay for Bio-Rad workforce member travel expenses. In some instances, it may be acceptable for Bio-Rad to offer or pay for travel expenses for a business partner to demonstrate our products and services or in connection with performance of an agreement. The payment of travel expenses must comply with our internal policies and approval processes.

Only persons with a bona fide interest in the business discussions should participate in such meals, refreshments, or business travel. Therefore, persons such as spouses, other family members, and friends may not participate.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE:

Travel and Related Expense Policy 110.P

Anti-Corruption Policy: II c.5, III c

Meals and Entertainment SOP

When conducting business on behalf of Bio-Rad, we must carefully avoid situations that could create a conflict of interest, or even the appearance of one. Competing interests may limit our ability to perform our jobs objectively and without bias and could cause damage to Bio-Rad’s business.

If you have an actual or potential conflict of interest, you must promptly disclose the conflict to your manager and to Corporate Compliance.

The following types of situations can create conflicts of interest between you and the company:

Supplier and Customer Relations

A perceived conflict of interest can be created if you, your immediate family member, or a close friend holds a substantial financial interest in, or has a relationship with the owner or principal of an actual or potential customer or supplier of products or services to Bio-Rad. If you find yourself in such a situation, you must notify your manager and the Corporate Compliance Department immediately and remove yourself entirely from the selection or negotiation process.

Familial Relationships

When a personal or family relationship exists between workforce members, it may appear as though one is receiving preferential treatment over another. Therefore, no family member should be placed in a position where he or she has direct decision-making authority over another family member. Disclose this type of situation to the Human Resources Department.

Conflict of interest: when our interests or the interests of our family members conflict with Bio-Rad’s business or with our ability to perform our job responsibilities. Such interests may include:

Investing can become a conflict of interest if the company you invest in does business with or competes with Bio-Rad. You are required to disclose to the Corporate Compliance Department any financial interest in a Bio-Rad competitor, supplier, customer, or any entity that may influence objective decision-making. This disclosure requirement does not apply to investments in mutual funds over which you exercise no discretionary control.

Corporate Opportunities

We all have a responsibility to act in Bio-Rad’s best interests and advance these interests whenever the opportunity to do so arises. While conducting work on behalf of Bio-Rad, you may come across opportunities in which Bio-Rad may also have an interest. Taking personal advantage of a business opportunity that was learned about through work done on Bio-Rad’s behalf, or otherwise personally benefiting from Bio-Rad’s information, is prohibited without express prior written approval by Bio-Rad.

You must notify the Legal Department about the opportunity and provide ample time for Bio-Rad to determine whether it will pursue the opportunity. If, after this time, Bio-Rad waives its right to pursue the opportunity, with Bio-Rad’s permission you may act on it for your own personal gain. If you are an officer or director, you must additionally disclose such opportunities to the Board of Directors and the Legal Department.

Outside Professional Activities

Employees of Bio-Rad owe their primary professional allegiance to Bio-Rad. If an employee engages in outside professional activities that interfere with their obligations to Bio-Rad, then a conflict of interest may occur. Such conflicts may arise through service on boards or committees of organizations whose interests might conflict with Bio-Rad’s interests. Employees are required to promptly:

  KEY QUESTIONS

If you think a situation might create a conflict of interest, ask yourself the following questions:

If you answer “yes” or even “maybe” to any of these questions, you might have a conflict of interest that you need to disclose.

Competing Fairly and Following Competition/Antitrust Laws

As part of our commitment to developing long-term relationships with our customers and business partners, we take pride in competing fairly and with integrity. We compete solely on the basis of our quality products and services and never take advantage of anyone through unfair practices.

In addition, we are accurate and truthful in all of our business dealings. We advertise and market our products and services honestly and communicate fairly with customers. We do not make misleading or disparaging statements about our competitors or their products or services.

To ensure markets operate fairly and efficiently, many nations have implemented laws to combat anti-competitive practices. We pride ourselves on complying with these laws, which are designed to protect free enterprise. While anti-competition laws may be complex, they generally forbid discussing or entering into formal or informal agreements regarding activities that may restrain trade.

Examples of such activities include:

Illegal agreements do not have to be signed contracts and may be as simple as informal understandings between two parties. If any of these topics of discussion arise when talking with a competitor (such as at an industry association meeting or a trade show), you should stop the conversation immediately and report the conversation to the Legal Department.

Violations of applicable competition laws carry severe consequences. Keep in mind that these laws can be difficult to understand and every country maintains its own laws regulating competition. Exercise caution and avoid any interaction with competitors that may place you or Bio-Rad at risk.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE:

Fair Dealing Policy

Remaining a strong competitor in our industry sometimes requires that we lawfully gather information about our competitors. We must be sure to acquire such information in ways that are public, ethical, and legal. You may always ask coworkers, clients, and suppliers for any information about competitors that they are free to share.

However, you should not encourage them to provide information that would violate any binding legal agreements, such as contracts or non-disclosure agreements. For example, you should not seek a competitor’s confidential information from a new Bio-Rad workforce member who formerly worked for the competitor.

Research and Development

Many of Bio-Rad’s research and development activities are subject to the requirements of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and other national or local regulatory authorities. While there are many aspects of FDA regulation to consider, the company’s compliance with regulations and standards regarding clinical research and good clinical and laboratory practices are critically important to the health and safety of the patients who use the company’s products. Therefore, workforce members working in these areas are required to understand the rules, policies, and procedures the company follows to ensure compliance with applicable laws and FDA regulations and related clinical standards.

The global nature of our business means that we must understand and comply with the many laws and regulations that govern international trade. These laws include rules regarding exports, imports, and sanctioned parties. Trade controls apply not only to material or physical goods, but also to data, information, research, and other intellectual property exchanged with third parties.

Failure to obtain the appropriate government approvals before exporting products or technology can result in serious consequences, such as the loss of export privileges, as well as civil and criminal penalties.

Prior to undertaking any export transactions, you must determine whether the item is eligible for export. This can depend on the nature of the item, the destination country, the end use, and the end user. You must also verify the eligibility of both the location of delivery and the export’s recipient, and the availability of valid export licenses or other authorizations. Finally, you must obtain the necessary permits and pay all proper duties.

Bio-Rad may not conduct business in countries embargoed by the U.S. government and is limited in the type of business that can be conducted in sanctioned countries. Consult with the Legal Department to obtain the current country list prior to engaging in any type of business activity with any of these countries.

Import activity is also subject to many laws and may entail payment of duties and taxes and filing of required documents. Import declarations are subject to government audit, and failure to declare or an incorrect declaration can result in fines, penalties, seizure of property, and loss of the privilege to import.

Export: a product, software, or technical information that is (a) transferred from one country to another by any means (for example, physical transfer, email, electronic download) or (b) is provided to a citizen or representative of another country, no matter where that person is located or how the transfer is made.

Country of origin: the country in which a particular technology was developed. Some countries, including the United States, have rules restricting the export of their technologies.

Sanctions and Boycotts

Laws of many countries also restrict activities with certain “sanctioned” individuals and companies worldwide. We must not authorize, approve, or enter into any transactions or dealings with such individuals or companies.

A boycott occurs when one group, business, or country refuses to do business with a particular person or country. U.S. anti-boycott laws prohibit us from cooperating with boycotts that are not sanctioned by the United States, such as the Arab League boycott of Israel.

We are required by law to report all requests to participate in an unsanctioned boycott. Such requests are often hidden in seemingly harmless documents, like letters of credit or bills of lading. If you believe you may have received such a request or have a question regarding anti-boycott laws, contact the Legal Department immediately.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE:

Export Compliance and Management Program SOP

Hiring Foreign Nationals Policy 513.P

Management Guidelines

Bio-Rad is committed to providing quality products and services to our customers in compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing the development, manufacturing, labeling, and approval of those products. We focus on understanding the requirements of our customers and providing products and services that meet or exceed their specifications and expectations.

We take care to ensure we are aware of, and comply with, regulatory requirements related to the approval, labeling, and sales and marketing of our products. This means we must always be certain we understand and follow all contract specifications and quality control procedures and complete all required inspection and testing operations properly.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE:

          Safety and Health Policy, 600.P

Purchasing and Supplier Relations

It is important to Bio-Rad’s reputation as a responsible purchaser to engage only those suppliers who comply with any trade controls and sanctions, and with all applicable employment, environmental, anti-corruption, fair competition, and intellectual property laws and all laws regarding human trafficking and slavery.

To fulfill our commitment to product quality and safety, we expect our suppliers to assure the quality and safety of goods and services they provide.

Consult with the Legal Department, the Corporate Compliance Department, or the Procurement Department if you have any questions regarding the appropriate due diligence and contracting to be undertaken before conducting business with any vendor, supplier, contractor, reseller, distributor, customer, or other third party. You should not engage any supplier without following applicable Bio-Rad policies.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE:

          Bio-Rad Supplier Code of Conduct

          Global Purchasing Policy

We must each do our part to ensure that Bio-Rad’s financial information is accurate and complete. We make decisions every day based on information recorded at every level of our operations. Incomplete or inaccurate information may lead to poor decisions or negative consequences.

The records we create as part of our daily responsibilities also have a significant impact on the financial information Bio-Rad discloses to the public. We must therefore be sure that the records we create, including time cards, expense reports, inventory reports, research test results, production and quality data, and any other corporate information, are true, fair, and accurate.

At all times, we must act according to our internal controls procedures. Consequences for falsifying financial records are severe, including potential criminal and civil prosecution for the company, the individuals involved, and senior management of Bio-Rad.

Properly maintaining our business records is vital to our compliance with laws and regulations. To comply with laws and regulations regarding records management, we have adopted policies and procedures concerning record retention and the types of documents we are required to maintain. We have established retention schedules for each type of record and specified circumstances when it is necessary to maintain or segregate certain records.

If you are notified by the Legal Department or your manager that documents or electronic files in your possession are subject to a “legal hold” or are needed for an investigation, you must follow directions and preserve those documents. Under no circumstances should you destroy, conceal, or alter them in any way.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE

          Records Management Policy

          Employee Records Policy 510.P

          Management Guidelines

  POINTS TO REMEMBER

Money laundering is the act of concealing the sources of money to avoid disclosing its sources, explaining its uses, or paying taxes on it. Many countries, including the United States, prohibit conducting transactions that involve proceeds from criminal activities. We will conduct business only with reputable customers and other business partners involved in legitimate business activities using funds derived from legitimate sources. Be especially wary of oddly structured transactions.

Avoiding Insider Trading

We are prohibited from using “material,” “nonpublic” information that was acquired through work done on behalf of Bio-Rad in connection with buying or selling any securities (for example, stock, bonds, or options).

No matter where you are located, you must comply with this policy, which also prohibits providing material, nonpublic information to another person who then trades on the basis of that information. This is sometimes referred to as “tipping.” It is important to note that tipping can expose us to the same consequences as insider trading. The penalties may be severe, including fines, termination of employment, and potential imprisonment.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE

          Insider Trading Policy 111.P

          Employee Handbook

          Management Guidelines

Bio-Rad’s physical assets (for example, our inventory, equipment, materials, and facilities), digital assets (for example, company documents, designs, and images), and our intangible assets (for example, patents, trademarks, and brand reputation) are key to our success.

All Bio-Rad workforce members must safeguard these assets from theft, loss, misuse, and waste. In addition, we must make sure that company technology, including any personal or company-issued mobile device, is used for appropriate business purposes. Workforce members or other individuals utilizing company-approved equipment, software, technologies, data, or services should not have any expectation of communication privacy, even for limited, approved personal uses.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE

          Employee Handbook

          Mobile Phone Device Policy 412.P

Technology Equipment and Services Device Usage Policy 404.P

          Communications Policy 409.P

          Employee Privacy Policy 403.P

Use of Information Technologies

If Bio-Rad has provided you with a computer, cell phone, or other portable technology, you must use that technology appropriately and in accordance with Bio-Rad’s policies. While seeking to maintain workforce member privacy, the company reserves the right to monitor use of company property, including computers, email, mobile devices, phones, and proprietary information, in accordance with applicable law. Bio-Rad’s policies on technology always apply to Bio-Rad equipment and do not change after hours or when you are traveling.

You may not use Bio-Rad equipment or access the internet from work or Bio-Rad equipment for any of the following:

Only properly licensed software may be utilized on Bio-Rad equipment or in the performance of your duties as a Bio-Rad workforce member. We should not use software that is not supplied by Bio-Rad or expressly approved for use by Bio-Rad.

Bio-Rad owns numerous trademarks, patents, copyrights, and trade secrets, including company logos, publications, and software that we have developed or created. Bio-Rad has specific protections and legal rights with respect to our intellectual property.

Ideas and inventions generated by workforce members during their employment generally belong to Bio-Rad. Vendors and others outside Bio-Rad may not use Bio-Rad’s logo or other intellectual property without our permission or appropriate licensing arrangements.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE

          Management Guidelines

Use of Social Media

Bio-Rad’s participation on social media platforms must be conducted in a responsible way so it does not damage the Company’s competitive advantage and reputation. It is important to keep in mind that you are representing Bio-Rad at all times, whether you post in a public online venue or a private Bio-Rad forum.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE

          Social Media Policy 411.P

Privacy and Personal Information

At Bio-Rad, we respect and protect personal information of all individuals, including Bio-Rad workforce members, clients and business contacts, job applicants, and members of the public involved in testing or use of our products. We are committed to complying with applicable data privacy laws.

We also follow privacy laws and agreements when collecting, transmitting, using, or disclosing personal data (name, contact information, or other identifiable data) from or about our business partners, potential or actual customers, and end users. We use “anonymous” data (names removed and not identifiable) or “aggregated” data (summarized so as not to be identifiable to an individual) instead of personal data where appropriate or required. We limit access to personal data to those workforce members or others who need it for a legitimate business purpose.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE

          Employee Privacy Policy 403.P

Information is a large part of what gives us our competitive advantage. Many of us need access to Bio-Rad’s confidential, proprietary information and also confidential third-party information to perform our jobs. It is our responsibility to keep this information confidential and protected, except where disclosure is specifically authorized by Bio-Rad or required by law. Information that has been entrusted to us by our customers, suppliers, and other business partners must be protected as carefully as our own information. We protect these rights by ensuring that appropriate terms are included in agreements with suppliers, service providers, vendors, and any other business partners.

You may share confidential information only with those who have a legitimate business need to know, whether inside or outside of Bio-Rad. To protect this information and prevent its accidental discussion, you must take proper precautions. You should follow all security measures and internal control procedures for computer systems, portable electronic devices, Wi-Fi hotspots, laptops, and other storage devices, such as flash drives and USB devices. Passwords or access codes should not be divulged, and you should not allow others to use your accounts.

Be cautious when discussing sensitive information on a cell phone or with a coworker in public places, such as elevators, airports, and restaurants, or in open areas within Bio-Rad, such as break rooms or restrooms. Do not leave documents containing sensitive information in a place where an unauthorized person might have the opportunity to read them, including an unattended desk or on a copy machine.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE

          Employee Handbook

Technology Equipment and Services Device Usage Policy 404.P

          Mobile Phone Device Policy 412.P

To support the communities where we live and work, we are encouraged to participate in charitable activities both as a company and as individuals. Participation in charitable and community activities is entirely voluntary. However, commitment of Bio-Rad funds and/or assets is subject to all applicable Bio-Rad policies, particularly those policies that establish guidelines for the approval of non-profit, charitable, and community contributions, donations and volunteer activities, and the use of Bio-Rad resources for charitable and community activities on a worldwide basis.

Charitable contributions must comply with applicable laws and must never be offered or given to improperly influence a business partner, including a government official.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE

          Anti-Corruption Policy: III j

          Employee Handbook

          Community Involvement Policy 214.G

          Charitable Contributions SOP

Communicating with Media and Investors

We must ensure accurate and consistent corporate communications. For this reason, only authorized individuals may communicate on behalf of Bio-Rad with the media and outside analysts. Direct all inquiries from outside media sources or analysts to the Investor Relations Department at investor_relations@bio-rad.com.

  FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE

          Communications Policy 409.P

For the good of our planet and future generations, we act as stewards of our environment. We must strive at all times to meet all applicable legal and regulatory requirements, as well as internationally accepted environmental standards.

We aim to be environmentally responsible in the management of our operations. We seek to make efficient use of natural resources through innovative product design, operational excellence, and effective facility management. When practical, we work to reduce or eliminate hazardous wastes and emissions from our manufacturing processes. We also strive to handle any generated wastes safely, responsibly, and in compliance with all applicable laws.

Political Activities

Bio-Rad encourages each workforce member to actively participate in the political process. You should, however, only do so voluntarily and during personal time, unless applicable law requires otherwise. You must make certain that participating in political activity in no way impairs your work efforts or damages Bio-Rad’s standing or image. You may never make political donations or contributions using Bio-Rad’s name, time, funds, or other resources.