Pg 6. "The SMC Supplier Code of Conduct (Code) underpins all the key sustainability principles and summarises the key requirements suppliers must meet in order to work with our brand. The Code is based on the fundamental conventions of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and specifically prohibits use of forced labour and modern slavery".

"Suppliers are required to read and sign the Code and all standalone policies at the beginning of their relationship with SMC, to confirm they understand and comply with the content".