E M P LOY E E CO D E O F CO N D U C T 2 WHO MUST COMPLY WITH THIS CODE OF CONDUCT? Everyone at all levels of Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co. and its subsidiaries (“Reliance” or the “Company”) has an obligation to know and follow this Code of Conduct (the “Code”), including: • All members of the Reliance Board of Directors. • All employees and officers of the Reliance Family of Companies. In addition to governing conduct by employees, this Code governs conduct between employees and customers, competitors, and the numerous business providers (including suppliers, service providers, vendors, contractors, and agents) who assist Reliance every day. Because we want our business providers, customers, and investors to understand how we do business and what they can expect of us, this Code appears on the Reliance website and is available to the public. To reaffirm their commitment to Reliance’s corporate values, Reliance requires that all employees sign and acknowledge this Code of Conduct at least once every two years. If you are a manager or supervisor, you are responsible for leading by example and making sure your employees understand and comply with the Code. CONFLICT OF INTEREST Employees are expected to remain loyal to Reliance and avoid conflicts of interest. Generally, a conflict of interest occurs when a personal or family interest interferes with our ability to perform our jobs effectively and objectively. Any situation that might put us in such a position or create the appearance of bias should be avoided. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES All conflicts of interest, including potential conflicts of interest, must be disclosed to your manager and the Corporate Legal Group at codeofconduct@rsac.com. You must comply with this Code as well as any local conflict of interest policies that apply to your role, which may be more restrictive than this corporate policy. Any outside employment, business ventures, or financial activities cannot interfere with the performance of your duties to Reliance. In avoiding conflicts of interest, you must comply with the following principles: • Do not hold a financial interest in or accept employment from an entity doing business with Reliance if it would or could conflict with the performance of your duties at Reliance. • Do not take any business related action for your personal benefit. • Do not use Reliance equipment and resources for personal use. • Protect Company assets as if they were your own. • Do not take for yourself any opportunities that are discovered or advanced through the use of your position with Reliance or any of Reliance’s property or information. • No family member should report directly to another family member. CODE OF CONDUCT 1 2 E M P LOY E E CO D E O F CO N D U C T 1