Target is committed to responsible business conduct. 

Respect for human rights and environmental stewardship are fundamental principles of our business practices and standards. We expect our suppliers to share those principles and uphold our standards. Suppliers must conduct their business with a high level of integrity and maintain transparent and accurate records.

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Target is committed to equity and inclusion.

Equity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do at Target, and we’ve set clear goals to ensure we continue to champion an inclusive society. We are working toward a future where everyone — regardless of race, color, sex, pregnancy status, gender identity, marital status, political opinions, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, social origin or national origin — has equal access to opportunities, and in which everyone feels welcome, valued and respected.

We rely on our business partners to know the product information needed to comply with U.S. Customs and Partner Government Agency (PGA) import requirements or regulations. Business partners must make sure that products sold to Target comply with all applicable laws and regulations; that product markings, claims and documentation are true, accurate and supportable; and that appropriate records are maintained to validate all information provided to Target. Business partners must comply with regulations related to the disclosure of proper country of origin, PGA requirements, antidumping/countervailing duties and other trade remedies, free trade agreements, trademark laws and licensing agreements.

Guests count on Target for well-designed, high-quality products at a great value. Guests also trust Target to sell products that are safe and compliant, and are advertised accurately and truthfully. Business partners must help us meet that commitment by complying with Target’s Conditions of Contract and Product Safety and Quality Assurance program.

Target’s Conditions of Contract require business partners to guarantee that all goods sold to Target are made in compliance with all applicable laws, and that all manufacturers and subcontractors also comply with the law.

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Target expects team members to make fair and unbiased business decisions and prioritize Target’s best interests. An actual or perceived conflict of interest may arise when a team member’s decisions are influenced or could appear to be influenced by personal interests, relationships or activities that may create bias or favor for a specific business partner. Team members must avoid any activities or accepting anything that could create a perceived or potential conflict of interest.

Business partners are prohibited from offering anything to a Target team member (or family member) or anyone interacting on Target’s behalf. Offering anything of value (a gift, meal, travel expenses, entertainment, lodging or services) with the intent to improperly influence business decisions or secure advantage over business partners is considered commercial bribery and will not be tolerated. Target team members are prohibited from soliciting anything from business partners. Contact Ethics@target.com immediately if a Target team member or anyone working on behalf of Target makes an improper request. 

Target’s Code of Ethics
 

Business partners are required to comply with all applicable anti-corruption laws including the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. Under no circumstances may a business partner working for Target offer, promise or provide anything of value directly or indirectly to a government official for the purpose of exerting improper influence or to obtain an improper benefit or business advantage.

Business partners are required to complete Target’s due diligence process prior to interacting with any government official on behalf of Target.
 

We know that our business partners can be even better partners when we share the right information. When Target provides business partners with confidential information, they must preserve the confidentiality of such information and use it only for the purpose for which it was provided.

Business partners must comply with all applicable security and privacy laws and regulations as well as all applicable document retention requirements. Business partners must also maintain sufficient technical security and privacy controls to protect Target’s confidential information.