Code of Conduct for Suppliers
1. General―As part of our commitment to uphold the values defined in the Lessmüller Lasertechnik GmbH(hereinafter referred to as LLT) Ethics Policy, we expect our suppliers to base their conduct oncomparable standards. Our expectations are formulated in this Supplier Code of Conduct, which
you as a supplier agree to comply with.
2. Scope of Application
This Code of Conduct applies to all suppliers of LLT, its parent companies and subsidiaries, as wellas to downstream suppliers and contractors.
3. Human Rights―

The supplier undertakes to respect internationally recognized human rights and to comply with theprinciples and conventions set out below.
4. Forced Labor
We reject any form of forced labor. In accordance with ILO Conventions 29 and 105, the supplier
undertakes not to make use of or benefit from forced or compulsory labor or any other form ofslavery or human trafficking under any circumstances.
5. Child labor
We condemn any form of exploitation of children. Our suppliers undertake not to employ children
who have not yet reached the minimum age specified below. Every child must be protected fromeconomic exploitation and from having to perform work that is considered dangerous, has anegative impact on the child's education or impairs the child's healthy development.
According to ILO Convention 138, the minimum age for admission to employment or work is 15years; in the countries mentioned in Article 2.4 of the Convention, it is 14 years. The minimum age
for hazardous work is 18 in all countries.
6. Fair and equal treatment
We reject any form of injustice and discrimination. In accordance with ILO Convention 111, thesupplier must prevent any form of discrimination in the workplace. He undertakes not to tolerate
any physical, psychological, sexual or verbal abuse.

Lessmüller Lasertechnik GmbHGollierstraße 12, 80339 München, Germany
Telefon: +49 89 360 9048 - 0 | Fax: - 29
info@lessmueller.de | www.lessmueller.de

Geschäftsführer:
Eckhard Lessmüller, Richard Steinbrecht
Dr. Ingenieur Christian Truckenbrodt
Handelsregisternummer: HRB 92097

Bankverbindung: HypoVereinsbank
IBAN: DE80 7002 0270 0033 5284 00
Swift/BIC: HYVEDEMMXXX
UST-ID Nr: DE129402336

7. Right of Association | Right to Tariff negotiations
In accordance with ILO Conventions 87 and 98, the supplier must grant its employees the right toform or join trade unions and the right to bargain collectively in accordance with applicable laws
and regulations.
8. Working hours and spare timeWorking hours must meet the requirements of all applicable laws. Overtime may only be worked
voluntarily and must be compensated at a higher rate in accordance with mandatory applicablelaws. Employees must be granted a rest period in accordance with the locally mandatory
applicable legal provisions.
9. Wages and benefits
Wages, benefits and overtime compensation shall at a minimum meet or exceed the requirementsof national law and agreements. The supplier shall provide legally required benefits such ascontinued payment on holidays, paid annual leave, sick leave and parental leave. Disciplinary
measures in the form of salary deductions are not permitted.
10. Health and Safety
Supplier shall comply with the requirements of all applicable occupational health and safety laws
and shall prevent work-related injuries and illnesses in accordance with ILO Convention 120 andinternational occupational health and safety guidelines.
11. Environmental protection
The Supplier shall comply with all requirements of applicable laws for the protection of theenvironment and minimize the environmental impact of its business activities. This relates inparticular to the following areas:
Greenhouse gas emissions reporting, Energy efficiency, Renewable energy, Decarbonization,
Water quality, consumption and management, Air quality, Responsible chemical management,
Sustainable resource management, Waste prevention, Reuse and recycling, Animal welfare,
Biodiversity, Land use and deforestation, Soil quality, Noise emissions.
12. Material Compliance and Conflict Materials
The supplier shall ensure that goods and materials supplied to LLT have not been obtained in an
illegal or unethical manner.
The supplier shall ensure that in the case of LLT orders for conflict materials (tantalum, tin,tungsten, gold), these are not sourced from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) or theneighboring states.
13. Conflicts of interest
The supplier shall ensure to avoid situations in which its interests (could) conflict with LLT's
business interests.

Lessmüller Lasertechnik GmbH
Gollierstraße 12, 80339 München, Germany
Telefon: +49 89 360 9048 - 0 | Fax: - 29
info@lessmueller.de | www.lessmueller.de

Geschäftsführer:
Eckhard Lessmüller, Richard Steinbrecht
Dr. Ingenieur Christian Truckenbrodt
Handelsregisternummer: HRB 92097

Bankverbindung: HypoVereinsbank
IBAN: DE80 7002 0270 0033 5284 00
Swift/BIC: HYVEDEMMXXX
UST-ID Nr: DE129402336

The supplier shall inform LLT immediately if a conflict of interest becomes known. This also applies
to LLT employees who have a financial interest in the supplier's business or are otherwise related
to the supplier.
14. Compliance with the law
Any form of corruption, bribery and unfair business practice is strictly prohibited. The supplier shallcomply with all applicable legal requirements.
15. Corruption, extortion and bribery
The supplier has a zero tolerance policy towards all forms of corruption, extortion and bribery.
Corruption or bribery is not tolerable in any form. Gifts, invitations or gratuities may only beaccepted to a limited extent, and may under no circumstances lead to a conflict of interest for theemployee receiving them. Explicitly, neither bribes nor other payments in violation of the law may
be offered, made or accepted. If in doubt, refuse gifts and invitations and consult withmanagement.
16. Data protection
All applicable data protection and privacy laws must be strictly observed. In particular, attention
must be paid to the information security of personal data. Under no circumstances may this data
be disclosed to third parties, and it must be stored in a securely protected manner. This applies
both to electronic data storage and to data in paper form.
17. Financial responsibility and disclosure of information
Financial reporting is in accordance with applicable law and recognized standards. Information iscollected consistently, transparently and accurately in accordance with applicable law.
18. Fair competition and antitrust law
No prices may be agreed with competitors. A relationship of trust and fair dealing is maintainedwith customers and suppliers.
All statutory provisions on competition and antitrust law are observed without restriction.
19. Plagiarism / Intellectual Property
Any intellectual property of Lessmüller Lasertechnik must be treated confidentially and secured
against unauthorized access. No plagiarisms of Lessmüller Lasertechnik products may be acquiredor circulated. Any plagiarism found must be reported immediately. Intellectual property of thirdparties must always be protected.
20. Export Controls and Economic Sanctions
The Supplier shall control all imports for compliance with applicable regulations for import andexport, on customs regulations and sanctions.

Lessmüller Lasertechnik GmbH
Gollierstraße 12, 80339 München, Germany
Telefon: +49 89 360 9048 - 0 | Fax: - 29
info@lessmueller.de | www.lessmueller.de

Geschäftsführer:
Eckhard Lessmüller, Richard Steinbrecht
Dr. Ingenieur Christian Truckenbrodt
Handelsregisternummer: HRB 92097

Bankverbindung: HypoVereinsbank
IBAN: DE80 7002 0270 0033 5284 00
Swift/BIC: HYVEDEMMXXX
UST-ID Nr: DE129402336

21. Whistleblowing and protection against retaliation
Every employee has the freedom, right and duty to report misconduct and violations of company
ethics and applicable laws. This expressly includes suspected misconduct. The employee may not
suffer any disadvantage as a result of this in any way. Retaliation may neither be threatened nor
carried out. When reporting misconduct, the identity of the reporter will be preserved.
22. Occupational safety
The supplier has its own management system to ensure occupational safety throughout thecompany, which is reviewed on an ongoing basis.
23. Consent
The supplier agrees to the present Code of Conduct without any changes or exceptions. It is thesupplier's responsibility to ensure the implementation of the Code of Conduct. The supplier shallinform employees and subordinate suppliers of the requirements of this Code of Conduct. The
supplier shall report suspected violations of this Code of Conduct and applicable laws to
info@lessmueller.de.

Supplier:______________________________

Place, date: ______________________________

Signature: ______________________________

Munich, March 2023
Lessmüller Lasertechnik GmbH

Lessmüller Lasertechnik GmbH
Gollierstraße 12, 80339 München, Germany
Telefon: +49 89 360 9048 - 0 | Fax: - 29
info@lessmueller.de | www.lessmueller.deGeschäftsführer:
Eckhard Lessmüller, Richard Steinbrecht
Dr. Ingenieur Christian Truckenbrodt
Handelsregisternummer: HRB 92097

Bankverbindung: HypoVereinsbank
IBAN: DE80 7002 0270 0033 5284 00
Swift/BIC: HYVEDEMMXXX
UST-ID Nr: DE129402336