THE RIDGE WALLET LLC

SUPPLIER CODE OF CONDUCT POLICY

INTRODUCTION

This Supplier Code of Conduct outlines the expectations of The Ridge Wallet LLC (“Ridge”) for ethical behavior, legal compliance, and responsible practices among our suppliers and business partners. It is designed to ensure that everyone involved in Ridge’s supply chain operates with integrity and upholds the values that define our brand. For more information, please contact [email protected].

HISTORY

For too long, wallets were designed to hold everything: cash, receipts, gift cards, IDs, and anything else that could be crammed inside. Ridge changed that mindset with a minimalist-first approach. Father-son team Paul and Daniel Kane launched the original Ridge Wallet on Kickstarter in 2013, turning a garage project into a global mission. More than 5 million customers worldwide now carry a Ridge Wallet every day, in their pockets, backpacks, and purses.

With 100,000+ 5-star reviews and a reputation for innovation and quality, Ridge has become synonymous with modern, functional design in the world of everyday carry. Since 2013, Ridge has grown from wallet disruptors to everyday innovators, expanding into travel gear, jewelry, and tech essentials.

Our products are crafted from premium, durable materials and backed by a lifetime guarantee. Ridge holds over 40 issued U.S. utility and design patents, with dozens more pending, protecting the products and innovations that reflect our substantial investment in research, development, and design.

At Ridge, minimalist doesn’t mean limited. Perfecting the wallet led to perfecting everything else: purposeful, refined designs built to last and seamlessly fit into daily life.

CORE VALUES

Built to Last: Ridge was started with a purpose, and that purpose is quality. Every product we create is designed to be functional, durable, and built to stand the test of time. Since day one, our commitment has been simple: if it’s not good enough for us, it’s not good enough for our customers. That commitment runs deeper than our products; it shapes our processes, our partnerships, and how we show up for our customers every day. Growth is built into everything we do. We lean in, absorb the lessons, and always come back stronger. That’s our promise: products that last and a brand customers can trust.

Lead with Transparency: Transparency is part of our DNA. We believe honesty and openness are non-negotiable: with our customers, our partners, and ourselves. We hold everyone at Ridge to the highest standards, because that’s what our customers and partners deserve. We communicate with clarity and candor, and we don’t back down from hard conversations. Trust is earned, not assumed.

Commit to Every Day: At Ridge, we’re committed to bringing our best every single day, aligned around shared goals and accountable to one another. We are proactive and solutions-driven, working tirelessly to deliver products that are reliable, well-crafted, and designed to make life easier. From innovative designs to dedicated service, we strive to deliver an exceptional experience for every customer.

TRANSPARENCY AND ETHICS

At Ridge, we are committed to conducting business with integrity and the highest ethical standards. We believe that operating transparently, ethically, and legally is essential to maintaining the trust of our employees, customers, suppliers, and partners. Our approach emphasizes fiscal responsibility, administrative accountability, and policy enforcement to ensure we meet our commitments with honesty and clarity.

To support this commitment, Ridge has established processes, audit procedures, and internal controls that promote accountability across the organization. We have appointed dedicated team members in operations, production, licensing, legal, and vendor relations to manage our ethical practices, compliance measures, and CSR initiatives. Ridge expects all employees and business partners to avoid conflicts of interest and promptly disclose any situation that could compromise their objectivity in business decisions. Ridge provides safe, confidential channels for reporting ethical concerns without fear of retaliation, and takes all reports seriously.

Ridge understands the importance of cultural respect and legal compliance in our global operations. We value the diverse cultures, customs, and business practices we encounter worldwide and are committed to adhering to U.S. laws and international regulations. This includes strict compliance with trade control regulations such as licensing, shipping documentation, export and import requirements, and record retention. Ridge is also committed to full compliance with anti-corruption and anti-bribery laws in every jurisdiction where we operate, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and applicable international standards.

Ridge recognizes that our ethical responsibilities extend beyond our internal operations to the partners and suppliers we work with around the world. We work closely with suppliers to drive positive social and environmental outcomes throughout our supply chain. As a member of the Fair Labor Association (FLA), Ridge has incorporated FLA guidelines into this Code, requiring our suppliers and partners to uphold standards that respect workers’ rights and comply with national and international labor and social security laws. Ridge provides this Code to all direct partners and expects signed acknowledgment from each. Ridge conducts third-party audits of manufacturing suppliers supporting its major partnerships, and continues to expand this program as our supply chain grows, to verify that our partners meet the ethical and compliance standards we uphold across our operations.

Ridge has a zero tolerance policy for modern slavery, forced labor, and human trafficking in any form throughout our operations and supply chain. We are committed to ensuring that no person involved in the production, distribution, or delivery of Ridge products is subjected to forced or compulsory labor. This Code explicitly prohibits these practices, and suppliers are required to verify compliance through documentation and audits upon request.

No matter where we operate, Ridge holds itself to the highest ethical standards in every transaction, reflecting our core belief that integrity is the foundation of trust. From our internal teams to our global supply chain, ethical conduct is a standard we continuously work to uphold.

QUALITY STANDARDS

Our core values are rooted in innovation, functionality, and durability. Ridge’s products are built to last a lifetime, and we take pride in delivering an outstanding customer experience. Responsible manufacturing is just as important as product design, and we prioritize social and environmental responsibility throughout the production process.

We uphold these standards at every level, from ownership to factory floors. Ridge’s licensing staff receives training through the Fair Labor Association and collaborates with a third-party ethical supplier engagement program to conduct social compliance audits. Insights from these audits are shared with Product Development, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to guide continuous improvement.

Ridge also works closely with our suppliers to support positive environmental and social impact. We hold ownership in several manufacturing partners and actively promote responsible practices throughout our domestic and international operations.

AREAS OF EMPHASIS

Ridge customers can trust that our products are not produced under exploitative or inhumane conditions. These standards govern how we protect the people, licensors, partners, facilities, and environments involved in our supply chain.

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

Suppliers must comply with all applicable national laws in their country of operation and, where applicable, the laws of countries where products are sold. If any part of this Code conflicts with local law, the law takes precedence. Suppliers must notify Ridge immediately if such a conflict exists prior to signing this Code. Ridge’s requirements may exceed legal standards and must still be followed. If a conflict between this Code and local law is identified after execution of this Code, Supplier must notify Ridge in writing within a commercially reasonable time, and the parties will cooperate in good faith to resolve the conflict; Supplier’s obligations under this Code will otherwise remain in effect to the maximum extent permitted by local law.

PRODUCT COMPLIANCE

Suppliers must ensure that all products, components, and materials supplied to Ridge meet applicable product safety, chemical, and environmental regulations in every market where Ridge sells its products. This includes, where applicable, requirements such as electrical and battery safety certification, wireless and radio frequency certification, and restrictions on hazardous substances.

Suppliers must provide test reports, certificates of compliance, or other supporting documentation upon request, and must notify Ridge immediately of any known or suspected safety defect, non-compliance, regulatory inquiry, or other issue that could result in a product recall or corrective action, and must cooperate fully with any resulting investigation or recall. Suppliers must also disclose material composition, battery chemistry, and weight data upon request to support Ridge’s extended producer responsibility (EPR) reporting and conflict minerals due-diligence obligations.

Suppliers must source components only through manufacturer-authorized channels and must not knowingly use counterfeit, unauthorized, or non-conforming parts in products supplied to Ridge.

CONFIDENTIALITY

Suppliers are expected to protect Ridge’s confidential, proprietary, and trade secret information, including intellectual property like patents, trademarks, and copyrighted material. Unauthorized disclosure of any innovation, idea, or process is strictly prohibited.

Suppliers must also safeguard confidential information belonging to others and comply with any applicable non-disclosure agreements. Any suspected breach must be reported promptly.

Suppliers must also comply with applicable data protection and privacy laws (including, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation and the California Consumer Privacy Act) with respect to any personal data of Ridge personnel, workers, or customers that Supplier accesses or processes in connection with this Code, and must implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect such data against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Suppliers must avoid any situation that creates an actual or perceived conflict of interest with Ridge. Business decisions must remain objective and free of personal influence. Any actual or potential conflicts must be reported to Ridge immediately.

ANTI-CORRUPTION AND ANTI-BRIBERY

Suppliers must not engage in bribery, corruption, or the offering, giving, receiving, or soliciting of anything of value to improperly influence a business decision or gain an unfair advantage. This includes compliance with the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and all applicable anti-corruption laws in the countries where suppliers operate. Any request for or offer of an improper payment must be reported to Ridge immediately.

INDEMNIFICATION AND INSURANCE

Supplier shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Ridge and its officers, directors, employees, and affiliates from and against any third-party claims, losses, liabilities, damages, fines, and reasonable expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to Supplier’s breach of this Code, including any product safety non-compliance, use of counterfeit or unauthorized components, or violation of applicable labor, anti-corruption, or environmental laws. Supplier shall maintain commercial general liability, product liability, and, where applicable, workers’ compensation insurance in amounts reasonably sufficient to cover its obligations under this Code, and shall provide evidence of such coverage upon Ridge’s request.

SUPPLIER TERMS & CONDITIONS

Ridge selects suppliers based on demonstrated excellence in safety, quality, and ethical practices. Our requirements are grounded in international norms such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the U.N. Convention on the Rights of the Child, relevant ILO conventions, and national labor laws. This Code applies to suppliers, subcontractors, and all entities involved in producing, finishing, packing, or handling Ridge goods or services.

Suppliers must share these standards with their subcontractors and ensure they are implemented in all relevant workplaces, and must obtain Ridge’s prior written approval before subcontracting any portion of production. At Ridge’s request, suppliers must disclose the names, contact information, locations, and the specific services provided by any subcontractors involved in our supply chain. Suppliers must sign and return this Code of Conduct to Ridge, and Ridge maintains signed acknowledgment on file for all direct partners. Suppliers may also be required to execute additional manufacturing or partner-specific agreements as applicable. If a separate manufacturing or partner-specific agreement conflicts with this Code, the terms of that agreement will control only with respect to the specific subject matter it expressly and unambiguously addresses; in all other respects, and in the event of any ambiguity as to which document governs, this Code will control.

This Code may be revised by Ridge from time to time. Ridge will provide notice of any material revision to Supplier, and Supplier’s continued performance under this Code following such notice will constitute Supplier’s acceptance of the revised terms; Ridge may also require Supplier to re-execute a revised Code at Ridge’s discretion.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Suppliers must ensure safe working conditions and provide all required health and safety training in the workers’ primary language. Key expectations include:

Workers have the right to refuse unsafe work and to report concerns without retaliation.

WORKERS’ RIGHTS

Suppliers must respect workers’ rights and comply with labor and social security laws, including:

GRIEVANCE MECHANISMS

Suppliers must maintain accessible channels that allow workers to raise concerns, complaints, or suspected violations of this Code confidentially, anonymously, or directly, without fear of retaliation. Suppliers must investigate and respond to reported concerns in a timely manner and must not take adverse action against any worker for raising a good-faith concern.

ENVIRONMENT

Suppliers must comply with all applicable environmental laws and manage waste, chemicals, and water responsibly. They must:

SUPPLIER MONITORING AND CORRECTIVE ACTION

Ridge expects full cooperation in upholding this Code of Conduct.

Monitoring: Suppliers must disclose all production locations and maintain documentation for audits. Ridge reserves the right to conduct announced or unannounced visits, whether by Ridge team members or appointed third-party auditors, at any time, and additional audits may be required for suppliers producing under specific licensing partner programs. Ridge will bear the cost of its own scheduled audits; Supplier will bear the reasonable cost of any follow-up audit required to verify correction of a substantiated violation. Audit findings will be treated as confidential and used solely to assess compliance with this Code.

Transparency: Suppliers must not mislead Ridge or auditors during assessments.

Corrective Action: If violations are found, the supplier will be given a chance to correct them within a reasonable time, except that Ridge may suspend orders or terminate this Code and any related agreements immediately, without a cure period, for violations involving forced labor, child labor, human trafficking, or an imminent threat to worker health or safety. Lack of improvement or refusal to cooperate may result in reduced business or termination.

Supply Chain Responsibility: While this Code applies directly to our business partners, we also encourage extending these standards to component and raw material suppliers.

GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION

This Code will be governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict-of-laws principles, except where mandatory local law requires otherwise with respect to labor, health and safety, or environmental obligations performed outside the United States. Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Code that cannot be resolved through good-faith discussion will be resolved by binding arbitration administered under the rules of the American Arbitration Association, with the seat of arbitration in Los Angeles County, California.

This Code may be executed electronically and in counterparts, each of which will be deemed original. This Code, together with any manufacturing or partner-specific agreement referenced herein, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding its subject matter and supersedes all prior discussions on that subject. If any provision of this Code is held invalid or unenforceable under applicable law, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.


Revised September 10, 2026