The Standards — In the Marketplace

Remaining competitive in the face of all the laws and regulations that apply globally to our business may seem like a daunting challenge. By Leading with Integrity in the Marketplace we make the task manageable. Knowing the laws and regulations that apply to our operations is important. But even more important is knowing that each of us is expected to do what is right at all times. Leading with Integrity means doing what is right for Schering-Plough and our customers.

This means we are committed to:

• Providing innovative products, product delivery systems and technology solutions to our customers.
• Marketing products honestly, in accordance with laws, regulations and regional or local marketing codes.
• Not making illegal payments to government officials, or offering or accepting questionable gifts or entertainment.
• Following foreign trade control, customs, and anti-boycott laws.
• Competing vigorously, while complying with all laws protecting competition and the integrity of the marketplace.
• Gathering competitive intelligence legally and ethically.
• Ensuring individual privacy by keeping personal information confidential.
• Acting responsibly in our relationships with healthcare professionals, patients, academics, collaborators, governments, regulatory entities, customers, suppliers and vendors.
• Ensuring that all our activities including research, development, manufacturing, marketing, sales and distribution of human drugs (including drug samples), animal care products, and consumer healthcare products meet or exceed the requirements of applicable laws and regulations worldwide.
• Respecting the welfare of animals.