Vision – What we seek to become.

Our vision is to be a leading, global specialty chemicals company whose inspired and engaged employees add value to all we touch.

Mission – Why we are here.

We satisfy our customers by delivering results through quality chemical products and services. Our desire to grow drives our passion to win in the marketplace. With a unified, low-cost operating structure, we’ll remain competitive across every business and in every geographic region.

Values – Who we are.

• We act with integrity and honesty.
• We focus on customer and shareholder success and compete to win.
• We recognize each person for the difference he or she makes.
• We drive innovation and results by understanding the market and its opportunities.
• We are committed to the values of responsibility, sustainability and transparency.
• We create safe and health-conscious work environments, require compliance and embrace environmental stewardship.

Operating Principles – How we work.

• We operate in compliance with the law and adhere to high ethical standards.
• We assess the impact on customers and society when making decisions.
• We are externally focused. Our businesses are defined by markets.
• We are process-centered. Our processes are designed to optimize global performance.
• Ashland leaders are first responsible to Ashland and second to a business, resource group or process.
• We are led by an Executive Committee that enforces our principles, sets our strategy and manages our capital.
• We are united by our common vision, mission, values and operating principles.