Mission & Values

Mission Statement

Univar strives to be the preferred partner in the sales, marketing, and logistics of chemicals in the communities where we operate. We combine economic success with social and environmental responsibility.

Statement of Core Values

Safety: Safety is our first priority, the most important aspect of our work.

Ethics: We treat every individual in our business and personal practices ethically, with integrity and honesty.

Leadership: Each of us strives to lead and motivate by example and consistently live up to these core values. We coach, train, develop, and empower employees to reach their full potential.

Employees: We respect and value every employee and are committed to support and develop each other personally and professionally.

Environment: We are committed to protecting the health and well-being of our employees, our customers, the community, and the environment.

Continuous Improvement: We will improve results for all our stakeholders by doing the right things better every time.

Corporate Social Responsibility

Univar is committed to being a responsible corporate citizen everywhere we operate. Our Corporate Social Responsibility Report is an overview of the many things we do to make a positive difference in lives and communities around the world. It demonstrates our commitment to safety, health, and the environment by every member of our team.

As part of our commitment to be a "green" company, we ask that you read the report online and only print copies as necessary.

Code of Conduct

We expect and require that all employees comply with the law and appropriate ethical standards as a condition of their employment. Our Code of Conduct states our policies on ethics and compliance with the law.

Quality Policy

Univar is committed to contributing to the success of our customers, suppliers and partners by providing value-added products and services that consistently meet requirements.

Univar's Quality Improvement Process is a fundamental tool to achieve the company's mission and to focus on customers. The Quality Process is integrated into all aspects of the company's business practices. Quality is woven into strategic planning, training, and all the daily activities of our core work processes and the processes that support them.

In the Quality Improvement Process, quality means one thing – conforming to and exceeding requirements.