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Stepan Company
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August 6, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED June 30, 2025 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (E

July 30, 2025 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 30, 2025 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

July 30, 2025 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northbrook, Illinois, July 30, 2025 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: The Board of Directors of Stepan Company has declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company's common stock of $0.385 per share. The dividend is payable on September 15, 2025, to common stockholders of record on August 29, 2025. The Company increased its quarterly cash

July 30, 2025 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Second Quarter 2025 Results

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Second Quarter 2025 Results Northbrook, Illinois, July 30, 2025 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Second Quarter 2025 Highlights • Reported net income was $11.3 million, up 19% versus the prior year. Adjusted net income(1) was $12.0 million, up 27% versus the prior year, driven by earnings growth within Polymers, our Crop Productivity business and a lower eff

July 14, 2025 EX-99.1

Stepan Announces Appointment of New Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Announces Appointment of New Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Northbrook, IL, July 14, 2025 – Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) announced today the appointment of Ruben Velasquez as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Stepan, effective as of July 15, 2025. Mr. Velasquez will succeed Samuel Hinrichsen who, as previously reported, is presently serving as Vice Preside

July 14, 2025 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 14, 2025 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number)

June 9, 2025 EX-99.1

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EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Company Announces Appointment of New Director NORTHBROOK, Ill., June 9, 2025 — Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) announced today the appointment of Corning Painter as a Director of Stepan, effective immediately. Mr. Painter currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of Orion S.A., a global chemical manufacturer, a role he has held since September of 2018. Prior to joining Ori

June 9, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 9, 2025 STEPAN COMPANY (Exac

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 9, 2025 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (

May 30, 2025 EX-1.01

Stepan Company Conflict Minerals Report

Exhibit 1.01 Stepan Company Conflict Minerals Report Background This Conflict Minerals Report (this “Report”) of Stepan Company (“Stepan” or the “Company”), is being filed pursuant to Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (“Rule 13p-1”) for the reporting period from January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024 (the “Reporting Period”). Rule 13p-1 was enacted because of concerns that the exp

May 30, 2025 SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT Stepan Company (Exact name of the registrant as specified in its charter)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT Stepan Company (Exact name of the registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 1101 Skokie Boulevard, Suite 500, Northbrook, IL 60062 (Address of

May 21, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 5/21/2025 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact n

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 5/21/2025 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (IRS

May 7, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED March 31, 2025 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (

May 5, 2025 8-K

FORM 8-K Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders. Item 9.01 Financial S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 05, 2025 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (

May 5, 2025 EX-10.1

STEPAN COMPANY 2022 EQUITY INCENTIVE Compensation PLAN (As amended and restated effective APRIL 29, 2025)

STEPAN COMPANY 2022 EQUITY INCENTIVE Compensation PLAN (As amended and restated effective APRIL 29, 2025) 1.

April 29, 2025 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 29, 2025

S-8 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 29, 2025 Registration No.

April 29, 2025 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northbrook, Illinois, April 29, 2025 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: The Board of Directors of Stepan Company has declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company's common stock of $0.385 per share. The dividend is payable on June 13, 2025, to common stockholders of record on May 30, 2025. The Company increased its quarterly cash dividen

April 29, 2025 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table

Exhibit 107.1 Calculation of Filing Fee Table Form S-8 (Form Type) Stepan Company (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Table 1 – Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation Rule Amount Registered (1) Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Equity Common Stock, $1.00 par value

April 29, 2025 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 29, 2025 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation

April 29, 2025 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports First Quarter 2025 Results

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports First Quarter 2025 Results Northbrook, Illinois, April 29, 2025 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: First Quarter 2025 Highlights • Reported net income was $19.7 million, up 42% versus the prior year. Adjusted net income(1) was $19.3 million, up 32% versus the prior year. • EBITDA(2) was $58.0 million and Adjusted EBITDA(2) was $57.5 million, up 16% and 12% res

March 25, 2025 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒        Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by

March 20, 2025 EX-10.1

Professional Services & Consulting Agreement, dated as of March 14, 2025, by and between Stepan Company and DJK, LLC

Exhibit 10.1 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES & CONSULTING AGREEMENT This PROFESSIONAL SERVICES & CONSULTING AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is entered into as of March 14, 2025, (“Effective Date”), by and between Stepan Company, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), and DJK, LLC, an Illinois limited liability company ("Consultant"). WHEREAS, the Company requires consulting and/or other professional services

March 20, 2025 8-K/A

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 29, 2025 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Num

February 27, 2025 EX-10.42

Restricted Stock Units Agreement, dated January 10, 2025, between Luis E. Rojo and Stepan Company

Exhibit 10.42 STEPAN COMPANY 2022 EQUITY incentive compensation plan NOTICE OF GRANT OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS Stepan Company (the “Company”) hereby grants to the Participant Restricted Stock Units under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). The Restricted Stock Units are subject to all of the terms and conditions in this Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units

February 27, 2025 EX-21

Subsidiaries of the Registrant at December 31, 2024

Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Organization North Pier Insurance Company United States Stepan Asia Pte.

February 27, 2025 EX-10.44

Retention Award Letter, dated January 21, 2025, between Robert J. Haire, Jr. and Stepan Company

Exhibit 10.44 December 11, 2024 Dear Rob: Stepan Company, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”) has awarded you the opportunity to earn two bonuses each in an amount equal to $150,000 (each a “Retention Bonus” and, together, the “Retention Bonuses”) on the terms and conditions set forth below. 1. Eligibility. You will be entitled to receive one Retention Bonus (the “First Retention Bonus”) if you

February 27, 2025 EX-10.16

Management Incentive Plan (As Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 2025)

Exhibit 10.16 STEPAN COMPANY MANAGEMENT INCENTIVE PLAN (As Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 2025) SECTION 1 General 1.1 History and Effective Date. STEPAN COMPANY, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), has previously established an incentive compensation plan known as the STEPAN COMPANY MANAGEMENT INCENTIVE PLAN (the “Plan”). The Plan was previously amended and restated effective as of

February 27, 2025 EX-24

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY Each of the undersigned hereby appoints Samuel S. Hinrichsen and Luis E. Rojo and each of them individually, the true and lawful attorney or attorneys of the undersigned, with substitution and resubstitution, to execute in his or her name, place and stead in his or her capacity as an officer or director or both of Stepan Company, a Delaware corporation, the Annual Repo

February 27, 2025 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (MARK ONE) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED December 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (Ex

February 27, 2025 EX-10.41

Performance Shares Agreement, dated January 10, 2025, between Luis E. Rojo and Stepan Company

Exhibit 10.41 STEPAN COMPANY 2022 EQUITY incentive compensation plan NOTICE OF GRANT OF PERFORMANCE SHARES Stepan Company (the “Company”) hereby grants to the Participant the target number of Performance Shares set forth below under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). The Performance Shares are subject to all of the terms and conditions in this Notice of Grant

February 27, 2025 EX-10.43

Restricted Stock Units Agreement, dated December 16, 2024, between Robert J. Haire, Jr. and Stepan Company

Exhibit 10.43 STEPAN COMPANY 2022 EQUITY incentive compensation plan NOTICE OF GRANT OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS Stepan Company (the “Company”) hereby grants to the Participant Restricted Stock Units under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). The Restricted Stock Units are subject to all of the terms and conditions in this Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units

February 27, 2025 EX-19

Insider Trading Policy

Exhibit 19 Insider Trading Policy I. PURPOSE It is the policy of Stepan Company (the “Company”) to comply with, and promote compliance by the officers and employees of the Company and each of the Company’s subsidiaries and members of the Company’s Board of Directors with, all securities laws, rules and regulations applicable to the Company. II. SCOPE This Insider Trading Policy (this “Policy”) is

February 20, 2025 EX-99.1

Press Release of Stepan Company dated February 20, 2025

Exhibit 99.1 Edward J. Wehmer to Retire from Stepan Company Board of Directors Northbrook, IL, February 20, 2025 – Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today announced that Edward J. Wehmer has informed the Board of Directors of his decision to retire from the Board as of the date of the Company’s next annual meeting of stockholders, which is scheduled for April 29, 2025. Mr. Wehmer will continue to serve o

February 20, 2025 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 20, 2025 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Numb

February 19, 2025 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northbrook, Illinois, February 19, 2025 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: The Board of Directors of Stepan Company has declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company's common stock of $0.385 per share. The dividend is payable on March 14, 2025, to common stockholders of record on March 3, 2025. The Company increased its quarterly cash di

February 19, 2025 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 19, 2025 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporat

February 19, 2025 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Fourth Quarter 2024 Results

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Fourth Quarter 2024 Results Northbrook, Illinois, February 19, 2025 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Fourth Quarter 2024 Highlights • Reported net income was $3.4 million versus a $1.2 million net loss in the prior year. Adjusted net income(1) was $2.8 million, down 63% versus prior year, largely due to higher pre-commissioning expenses at our new alkoxylati

January 29, 2025 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 29, 2025 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Numbe

January 27, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 27, 2025 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Numbe

December 19, 2024 8-K/A

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 29, 2024 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Num

December 19, 2024 EX-10.1

Separation Agreement, by and between Scott R. Behrens and Stepan Company

Exhibit 10.1 Execution Copy CONFIDENTIAL SEPARATION AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF CLAIMS This CONFIDENTIAL SEPARATION AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF CLAIMS (this “Agreement”) is made, as of the Effective Date (as defined herein), by and between Scott R. Behrens (“Executive”) and Stepan Company (the “Company”). Executive and the Company are referred to herein individually as a “Party” and collectively as the

November 6, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED September 30, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPA

October 30, 2024 EX-99.2

Stepan Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend, Marking the 57th Consecutive Year of Increases

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend, Marking the 57th Consecutive Year of Increases Northbrook, Illinois, October 30, 2024 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: The Board of Directors of Stepan Company has approved an increase of $0.01 per share, or 2.7%, on the quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s common stock. The dividend of $0.385 per share is payable on December 13

October 30, 2024 EX-99.1

Press Release of Stepan Company dated October 30, 2024

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Promotes Luis E. Rojo to President and Chief Executive Officer Northbrook, IL, October 30, 2024 – Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today announced the appointment of Luis E. Rojo as President and Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Board of Directors, effective immediately. After a 31-year Stepan career, Scott R. Behrens is departing the Company to pursue other opportuniti

October 30, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 30, 2024 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporati

October 30, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 29, 2024 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Numbe

October 30, 2024 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Third Quarter 2024 Results

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Third Quarter 2024 Results Northbrook, Illinois, October 30, 2024 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Third Quarter 2024 Highlights • Reported net income was $23.6 million, up 88% versus prior year. Adjusted net income(1) was $23.7 million, up 61% versus prior year, largely due to higher margins and a lower effective tax rate. The year-over-year change in effec

August 28, 2024 EX-10.1

Second Amendment, dated as of August 27, 2024, to the Note Purchase and Private Shelf Agreement dated as of June 10, 2021, by and among Stepan Company, PGIM, Inc. and the purchasers thereto

Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTION VERSION STEPAN COMPANY SECOND Amendment Dated as of August 27, 2024 to NOTE PURCHASE AND PRIVATE SHELF AGREEMENT Dated as of June 10, 2021 SECOND Amendment to Note PURCHASE AND PRIVATE SHELF Agreement This SECOND Amendment dated as of August 27, 2024 (this “Amendment”) to that certain Note Purchase and Private Shelf Agreement dated as of June 10, 2021 is among Stepan Company

August 28, 2024 EX-10.2

Second Amendment, dated as of August 27, 2024, to the Note Purchase and Master Note Agreement dated as of June 10, 2021, by and among Stepan Company, NYL Investors LLC and the purchasers thereto

Exhibit 10.2 EXECUTION VERSION STEPAN COMPANY SECOND Amendment Dated as of August 27, 2024 to NOTE PURCHASE AND MASTER NOTE AGREEMENT Dated as of June 10, 2021 SECOND Amendment to Note PURCHASE AND MASTER NOTE Agreement This SECOND Amendment dated as of August 27, 2024 (this “Amendment”) to that certain Note Purchase and Master Note Agreement dated as of June 10, 2021 is among Stepan Company, a De

August 28, 2024 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 8/27/24 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS E

August 8, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED June 30, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (E

July 31, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 31, 2024 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

July 31, 2024 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northbrook, Illinois, July 31, 2024 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: The Board of Directors of Stepan Company has declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company's common stock of $0.375 per share. The dividend is payable on September 13, 2024, to common stockholders of record on August 30, 2024. The Company increased its quarterly cash

July 31, 2024 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results Northbrook, Illinois, July 31, 2024 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Second Quarter 2024 Highlights • Reported net income was $9.5 million, down 25% versus prior year. Adjusted net income(1) was $9.4 million, down 22% versus prior year, largely due to a higher effective tax rate in 2024. • Pre-tax earnings were negatively impacted

May 31, 2024 EX-1.01

Conflict Minerals Report as required by Items 1.01 and 1.02 of this Form SD

Exhibit 1.01 Stepan Company Conflict Minerals Report Background This Conflict Minerals Report (this “Report”) of Stepan Company (“Stepan” or the “Company”), is being filed pursuant to Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (“Rule 13p-1”) for the reporting period from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023 (the “Reporting Period”). Rule 13p-1 was enacted because of concerns that the ex

May 31, 2024 SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT Stepan Company (Exact name of the registrant as specified in its charter)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT Stepan Company (Exact name of the registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 1101 Skokie Boulevard, Suite 500, Northbrook, IL 60062 (Address of

May 8, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED March 31, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (

May 3, 2024 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 30, 2024 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number)

April 30, 2024 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northbrook, Illinois, April 30, 2024 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: The Board of Directors of Stepan Company has declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company's common stock of $0.375 per share. The dividend is payable on June 14, 2024, to common stockholders of record on May 31, 2024. The Company increased its quarterly cash dividen

April 30, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 30, 2024 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation

April 30, 2024 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports First Quarter 2024 Results

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports First Quarter 2024 Results Northbrook, Illinois, April 30, 2024 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: First Quarter 2024 Highlights • Reported net income was $13.9 million. Adjusted net income(1) was $14.7 million, down 11% year-over-year, largely due to a higher effective tax rate in 2024. • EBITDA(2) was $50.2 million. Adjusted EBITDA(2) was $51.2 million, up 5

March 26, 2024 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒        Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))

February 29, 2024 EX-24

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY Each of the undersigned hereby appoints Scott R. Behrens and Luis E. Rojo and each of them individually, the true and lawful attorney or attorneys of the undersigned, with substitution and resubstitution, to execute in his name, place and stead in his capacity as an officer or director or both of Stepan Company, a Delaware corporation, the Annual Report on Form 10-K un

February 29, 2024 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (MARK ONE) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED December 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (Ex

February 29, 2024 EX-21

Subsidiaries of the Registrant at December 31, 2023

Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Organization North Pier Insurance Company United States Stepan Asia Pte.

February 29, 2024 EX-97

Clawback Policy

Exhibit 97 CLAWBACK POLICY I. PURPOSE As required pursuant to the listing standards of the New York Stock Exchange (the “Stock Exchange”), Section 10D of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), and Rule 10D-1 under the Exchange Act, the Human Capital and Compensation Committee (the “Committee”) of the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Stepan Company (the “Company”)

February 29, 2024 EX-10.22

Form of Performance Shares Agreement under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan

Exhibit 10.22 STEPAN COMPANY 2022 EQUITY incentive compensation plan NOTICE OF GRANT OF PERFORMANCE SHARES Stepan Company (the “Company”) hereby grants to the Participant the target number of Performance Shares set forth below under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). The Performance Shares are subject to all of the terms and conditions in this Notice of Grant

February 20, 2024 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northbrook, Illinois, February 20, 2024 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: The Board of Directors of Stepan Company has declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company's common stock of $0.375 per share. The dividend is payable on March 15, 2024, to common stockholders of record on March 1, 2024. The Company increased its quarterly cash di

February 20, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 20, 2024 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporat

February 20, 2024 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results Northbrook, Illinois, February 20, 2024 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Fourth Quarter Highlights • The Company incurred a reported net loss of $1.2 million, or negative $0.05 per diluted share, versus $10.8 million of reported net income, or $0.47 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $7.5

February 15, 2024 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 15, 2024 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Numb

February 15, 2024 EX-99.1

Stepan Company Announces Appointment of New Director

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Company Announces Appointment of New Director February 15, 2024 NORTHBROOK, Ill., February 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) announced today the appointment of Susan M. Lewis as a Director of Stepan, effective on February 15, 2024. Ms. Lewis spent over 30 years at Dow Inc., a materials science company, and was part of the management team of Corteva, Inc., a glo

February 13, 2024 SC 13G/A

SCL / Stepan Company / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 tv01995-stepanco.htm SCHEDULE 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 11)* Name of issuer: Stepan Co Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 858586100 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 29, 2023 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursu

February 9, 2024 SC 13G

SCL / Stepan Company / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Stepan Co (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 858586100 (CUSIP Number) December 29, 2023 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is fi

November 2, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED September 30, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPA

October 27, 2023 CORRESP

CERTAIN PORTIONS OF THIS LETTER HAVE BEEN REDACTED AND ARE THE SUBJECT OF A CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT REQUEST BY STEPAN COMPANY PURSUANT TO SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION RULE 83. REDACTED PORTIONS ARE MARKED WITH [***] AND HAVE BEEN SUBMITTED SEPAR

CERTAIN PORTIONS OF THIS LETTER HAVE BEEN REDACTED AND ARE THE SUBJECT OF A CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT REQUEST BY STEPAN COMPANY PURSUANT TO SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION RULE 83.

October 18, 2023 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 18, 2023 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporati

October 18, 2023 EX-99.2

Stepan Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend, Marking the 56th Consecutive Year of Increases

Stepan Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend, Marking the 56th Consecutive Year of Increases Northbrook, Illinois, October 18, 2023 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On October 17, 2023, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company approved an increase of $0.

October 18, 2023 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Third Quarter Results

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Third Quarter Results Northbrook, Illinois, October 18, 2023 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Third Quarter Highlights • Reported net income was $12.6 million, or $0.55 per diluted share, versus a record $39.4 million, or $1.71 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $14.7 million, or $0.64 per diluted share, versus a record $46.3 mill

October 4, 2023 CORRESP

CERTAIN PORTIONS OF THIS LETTER HAVE BEEN REDACTED AND ARE THE SUBJECT OF A CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT REQUEST BY STEPAN COMPANY PURSUANT TO SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION RULE 83. REDACTED PORTIONS ARE MARKED WITH [***] AND HAVE BEEN SUBMITTED SEPAR

CERTAIN PORTIONS OF THIS LETTER HAVE BEEN REDACTED AND ARE THE SUBJECT OF A CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT REQUEST BY STEPAN COMPANY PURSUANT TO SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION RULE 83.

September 29, 2023 EX-10.6

Amendment No. 1 to Credit Agreement, dated as of September 29, 2023, among Stepan Company, the foreign subsidiary borrowers from time to time party thereto, the lenders from time to time party thereto, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent (filed with the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on September 29, 2023 (File No. 001-4462) and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 10.6 EXECUTION VERSION AMENDMENT NO. 1 Dated as of September 29, 2023 to CREDIT AGREEMENT Dated as of June 24, 2022 THIS AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO CREDIT AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”) is made as of September 29, 2023 (the “Amendment No. 1 Effective Date”) by and among Stepan Company (the “Borrower”), the “Lenders” (as defined below) signatory hereto and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Administrative

September 29, 2023 EX-10.3

Second Amendment, dated as of September 29, 2023, to the Note Purchase Agreement dated as of July 10, 2015 among Stepan Company and the noteholders party thereto (filed with the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on September 29, 2023 (File No. 001-4462) and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 10.3 EXECUTION VERSION STEPAN COMPANY SEcond Amendment Dated as of September 29, 2023 to NOTE PURCHASE AGREEMENT Dated as of July 10, 2015 second Amendment to Note PURCHASE Agreement This second Amendment dated as of September 29, 2023 (this “Amendment”) to that certain Note Purchase Agreement dated as of July 10, 2015 is among Stepan Company, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), each S

September 29, 2023 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 29, 2023 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Num

September 29, 2023 EX-10.4

First Amendment, dated as of September 29, 2023, to the Note Purchase and Private Shelf Agreement dated as of June 10, 2021 by and among Stepan Company, PGIM, Inc. and the purchasers thereto

Exhibit 10.4 EXECUTION VERSION STEPAN COMPANY First Amendment Dated as of September 29, 2023 to NOTE PURCHASE AND PRIVATE SHELF AGREEMENT Dated as of June 10, 2021 first Amendment to Note PURCHASE AND PRIVATE SHELF Agreement This first Amendment dated as of September 29, 2023 (this “Amendment”) to that certain Note Purchase and Private Shelf Agreement dated as of June 10, 2021 is among Stepan Comp

September 29, 2023 EX-10.2

Second Amendment, dated as of September 29, 2023, to the Note Purchase Agreement dated as of June 27, 2013 among Stepan Company and the noteholders party thereto (filed with the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on September 29, 2023 (File No. 001-4462) and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 10.2 EXECUTION VERSION STEPAN COMPANY SECond Amendment Dated as of September 29, 2023 to NOTE PURCHASE AGREEMENT Dated as of June 27, 2013 second Amendment to Note PURCHASE Agreement This second Amendment dated as of September 29, 2023 (this “Amendment”) to that certain Note Purchase Agreement dated as of June 27, 2013 is among Stepan Company, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), each S

September 29, 2023 EX-10.5

First Amendment, dated as of September 29, 2023, Note Purchase and Master Note Agreement dated as of June 10, 2021, by and among Stepan Company, NYL Investors LLC and the purchasers thereto

Exhibit 10.5 EXECUTION VERSION STEPAN COMPANY First Amendment Dated as of September 29, 2023 to NOTE PURCHASE AND MASTER NOTE AGREEMENT Dated as of June 10, 2021 First Amendment to Note PURCHASE AND MASTER NOTE Agreement This First Amendment dated as of September 29, 2023 (this “Amendment”) to that certain Note Purchase and Master Note Agreement dated as of June 10, 2021 is among Stepan Company, a

September 29, 2023 EX-10.1

Fourth Amendment, dated as of September 29, 2023, to the Note Purchase Agreement dated as of September 29, 2005 among Stepan Company and the noteholders party thereto

Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTION VERSION STEPAN COMPANY FOURTH Amendment Dated as of September 29, 2023 to NOTE PURCHASEAGREEMENT Dated as of September 29, 2005 Fourth Amendment to Note PURCHASE Agreement This Fourth Amendment dated as of September 29, 2023 (this “Amendment”) to that certain Note Purchase Agreement dated as of September 29, 2005 is among Stepan Company, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”

August 25, 2023 CORRESP

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August 3, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED June 30, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (E

July 26, 2023 8-K

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 07/26/2023 STEPAN COMPANY (Exac

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 07/26/2023 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

July 26, 2023 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northbrook, Illinois, July 26, 2023 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On July 25, 2023, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s common stock of $0.365 per share. The dividend is payable on September 15, 2023, to common stockholders of record on August 31, 2023. The Company increased its q

July 26, 2023 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Second Quarter Results

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Second Quarter Results Northbrook, Illinois, July 26, 2023 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Second Quarter Highlights • Reported net income was $12.7 million, or $0.55 per diluted share, versus a record $52.1 million, or $2.26 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $12.1 million, or $0.53 per diluted share, versus $53.0 million, or $2

June 12, 2023 8-K/A

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 13, 2023 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Numbe

May 31, 2023 EX-1.01

Conflict Minerals Report as required by Items 1.01 and 1.02 of this Form SD

Exhibit 1.01 Stepan Company Conflict Minerals Report Background This Conflict Minerals Report (this “Report”) of Stepan Company (“Stepan” or the “Company”), is being filed pursuant to Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (“Rule 13p-1”) for the reporting period from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2022, (the “Reporting Period”). Rule 13p-1 was enacted because of concerns that the e

May 31, 2023 SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT Stepan Company (Exact name of the registrant as specified in its charter)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT Stepan Company (Exact name of the registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 1101 Skokie Boulevard, Suite 500, Northbrook, IL 60062 (Address of

May 4, 2023 EX-10

Form of Performance Shares Agreement under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (filed with the Company‘s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2023 (File No. 001-4462), and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 10.3 STEPAN COMPANY 2022 EQUITY incentive compensation plan NOTICE OF GRANT OF PERFORMANCE SHARES Stepan Company (the “Company”) hereby grants to the Participant the target number of Performance Shares set forth below under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). The Performance Shares are subject to all of the terms and conditions in this Notice of Grant o

May 4, 2023 EX-10

Form of Appreciation Rights Agreement under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (filed with the Company‘s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2023 (File No. 001-4462), and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 10.1 STEPAN COMPANY 2022 EQUITY INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN NOTICE OF GRANT OF APPRECIATION RIGHTS Stepan Company (the “Company”) hereby grants to the Participant Appreciation Rights under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). The Appreciation Rights are subject to all of the terms and conditions in this Notice of Grant of Appreciation Rights (this “Grant

May 4, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED March 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (

May 4, 2023 EX-10

Form of Restricted Stock Units Agreement under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (filed with the Company‘s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2023 (File No. 001-4462), and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 10.4 STEPAN COMPANY 2022 EQUITY incentive compensation plan NOTICE OF GRANT OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS Stepan Company (the “Company”) hereby grants to the Participant Restricted Stock Units under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). The Restricted Stock Units are subject to all of the terms and conditions in this Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units

May 4, 2023 EX-10

Form of Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (filed with the Company‘s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2023 (File No. 001-4462), and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 10.2 STEPAN COMPANY 2022 EQUITY INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN NOTICE OF GRANT OF NONQUALIFIED STOCK OPTION Stepan Company (the “Company”) hereby grants to the Participant an Option Right (the “Option”) to purchase the number of Common Shares set forth below under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). The Option is subject to all of the terms and conditions

April 27, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 25, 2023 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number)

April 25, 2023 EX-99

Stepan Reports First Quarter Results

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports First Quarter Results Northbrook, Illinois, April 25, 2023 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: First Quarter Highlights • Reported net income was $16.1 million, or $0.70 per diluted share versus $44.8 million, or $1.93 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $16.4 million, or $0.71 per diluted share versus $40.7 million, or $1.76 per dilu

April 25, 2023 8-K

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 04/25/2023 STEPAN COMPANY (Exac

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 04/25/2023 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

April 25, 2023 EX-99

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northbrook, Illinois, April 25, 2023 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On April 24, 2023, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s common stock of $0.365 per share. The dividend is payable on June 15, 2023, to common stockholders of record on May 31, 2023. The Company increased its quarter

April 14, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 13, 2023 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number)

March 20, 2023 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Sta tement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 1

February 28, 2023 EX-10

Form of Performance Shares Agreement under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan

Exhibit 10.22 STEPAN COMPANY 2022 EQUITY incentive compensation plan NOTICE OF GRANT OF PERFORMANCE SHARES Stepan Company (the “Company”) hereby grants to the Participant the target number of Performance Shares set forth below under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). The Performance Shares are subject to all of the terms and conditions in this Notice of Grant

February 28, 2023 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (MARK ONE) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED December 31, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (Ex

February 28, 2023 EX-21

Subsidiaries of the Registrant at December 31, 2022

Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Organization North Pier Insurance Company United States Stepan Asia Pte.

February 28, 2023 EX-10

Form of Restricted Stock Units Agreement under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan

Exhibit 10.23 STEPAN COMPANY 2022 EQUITY incentive compensation plan NOTICE OF GRANT OF RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS Stepan Company (the “Company”) hereby grants to the Participant Restricted Stock Units under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). The Restricted Stock Units are subject to all of the terms and conditions in this Notice of Grant of Restricted Stock Units

February 28, 2023 EX-10

Form of Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan

Exhibit 10.21 STEPAN COMPANY 2022 EQUITY INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN NOTICE OF GRANT OF NONQUALIFIED STOCK OPTION Stepan Company (the “Company”) hereby grants to the Participant an Option Right (the “Option”) to purchase the number of Common Shares set forth below under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). The Option is subject to all of the terms and conditions

February 28, 2023 EX-24

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY Each of the undersigned hereby appoints Scott R. Behrens and Luis E. Rojo and each of them individually, the true and lawful attorney or attorneys of the undersigned, with substitution and resubstitution, to execute in his name, place and stead in his capacity as an officer or director or both of Stepan Company, a Delaware corporation, the Annual Report on Form 10-K un

February 28, 2023 EX-10

Form of Appreciation Rights Agreement under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan

Exhibit 10.20 STEPAN COMPANY 2022 EQUITY INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN NOTICE OF GRANT OF APPRECIATION RIGHTS Stepan Company (the “Company”) hereby grants to the Participant Appreciation Rights under the Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). The Appreciation Rights are subject to all of the terms and conditions in this Notice of Grant of Appreciation Rights (this “Gran

February 16, 2023 EX-99

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northbrook, Illinois, February 16, 2023 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On February 15, 2023, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s common stock of $0.365 per share. The dividend is payable on March 15, 2023, to common stockholders of record on March 3, 2023. The Company increased its

February 16, 2023 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 2/16/2023 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (IR

February 16, 2023 EX-99

Stepan Reports Fourth Quarter Results and Record Full Year 2022 Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Fourth Quarter Results and Record Full Year 2022 Earnings Northbrook, Illinois, February 16, 2023 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Fourth Quarter Highlights • Reported net income was $10.8 million, or $0.47 per diluted share, versus $17.0 million, or $0.73 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $13.5 million, or $0.59 per diluted shar

February 9, 2023 SC 13G/A

SCL / Stepan Company / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 10)* Name of issuer: Stepan Co. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 858586100 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 30, 2022 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒ Rule 13

November 3, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED September 30, 2022 ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPA

October 19, 2022 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Record Third Quarter Results and Record Nine Month Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Record Third Quarter Results and Record Nine Month Earnings Northbrook, Illinois, October 19, 2022 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Third Quarter Highlights ? Reported net income was a record $39.4 million, or $1.71 per diluted share versus $36.9 million, or $1.59 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was a record $46.3 million, or $2.01

October 19, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 10/19/2022 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (IRS

October 19, 2022 EX-99.2

Stepan Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend, Marking the 55th Consecutive Year of Increases

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend, Marking the 55th Consecutive Year of Increases Northbrook, Illinois, October 19, 2022 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On October 18, 2022, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company approved an increase of $0.030 per share, or 9.0%, on its quarterly cash dividend on its common stock. The dividend of $0.365 per share is payable on Dec

August 4, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED JUNE 30, 2022 ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (E

July 27, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 07/27/2022 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

July 27, 2022 EX-99.1

Three Months Ended June 30

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Record Second Quarter Results and Record First Half Earnings Northbrook, Illinois, July 27, 2022 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Second Quarter Highlights ? Reported net income was a record $52.1 million, or $2.26 per diluted share, versus $43.3 million, or $1.85 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was a record $53.0 million, or $2.30

July 27, 2022 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northbrook, Illinois, July 27, 2022 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On July 26, 2022, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company?s common stock of $0.335 per share. The dividend is payable on September 15, 2022, to common stockholders of record on August 31, 2022. The Company increased its q

June 27, 2022 EX-10.1

Credit Agreement, dated as of June 24, 2022, among Stepan Company, the foreign subsidiary borrowers from time to time party thereto, the lenders from time to time party thereto, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent, Bank of America, N.A., as syndication agent, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and BofA Securities, Inc., as joint lead arrangers and joint bookrunners (filed with the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on June 27, 2022 (File No. 001-04462), and incorporated herein by reference)

EX-10.1 2 scl-ex1017.htm EX-10.1 EXHIBIT 10.1 J.P.Morgan CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of June 24, 2022 among STEPAN COMPANY as Company The Foreign Subsidiary Borrowers Party Hereto The Lenders Party Hereto and JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. as Administrative Agent and BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. as Syndication Agent and HSBC Bank USA, N.A. Bank of the West U.S. Bank NATIONAL ASSOCIATION and Citizens Bank, N.A.

June 27, 2022 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 06/27/2022 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

May 26, 2022 SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT Stepan Company (Exact name of the registrant as specified in its charter)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT Stepan Company (Exact name of the registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 1101 Skokie Boulevard, Suite 500, Northbrook, IL 60062 (Address of

May 26, 2022 EX-1.01

Conflict Minerals Report as required by Items 1.01 and 1.02 of this Form SD

EX-1.01 2 scl-ex1016.htm EX-1.01 Exhibit 1.01 Stepan Company Conflict Minerals Report Background This Conflict Minerals Report (this “Report”) of Stepan Company (“Stepan” or the “Company”), is being filed pursuant to Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (“Rule 13p-1”) for the reporting period from January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021 (the “Reporting Period”). Rule 13p-1 was enacted

May 5, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED MARCH 31, 2022 ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (

May 3, 2022 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 4/26/2022 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (IR

May 3, 2022 EX-10.1

Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (filed with the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on May 3, 2022 (File No. 001-04462), and incorporated herein by reference)

EX-10.1 2 scl-ex1016.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 STEPAN COMPANY 2022 EQUITY INCENTIVE Compensation PLAN 1.Purpose. The purpose of this Plan is to permit award grants to non-employee Directors and officers, other employees and service providers of the Company and its Subsidiaries and to provide to such persons incentives and rewards for service and/or performance. 2.Definitions. As used in this Plan:

April 26, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 04/26/2022 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

April 26, 2022 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table

Exhibit 107.1 Calculation of Filing Fee Table Form S-8 (Form Type) Stepan Company (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Table 1 ? Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation Rule Amount Registered (1) Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Equity Common Stock, $1.00 par value

April 26, 2022 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports First Quarter Results

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports First Quarter Results Northbrook, Illinois, April 26, 2022 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: First Quarter Highlights ? Reported net income was a record $44.8 million, or $1.93 per diluted share versus $40.6 million, or $1.74 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $40.7 million, or $1.76 per diluted share versus $42.4 million, or $1.82

April 26, 2022 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

EX-99.2 3 scl-ex9926.htm EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northbrook, Illinois, April 26, 2022 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On April 25, 2022, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s common stock of $0.335 per share. The dividend is payable on June 15, 2022, to common stockholders of record on May 31, 2022.

April 26, 2022 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 26, 2022

S-8 1 d574498ds8.htm S-8 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 26, 2022 Registration No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organi

March 25, 2022 DEF 14A

Stepan Company 2022 Equity Incentive Compensation Plan (filed with the Company’s Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A filed on March 25, 2022 (File No. 001-4462))

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Defin

March 2, 2022 8-K

Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 3/1/2022 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (IRS

February 25, 2022 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (MARK ONE) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (Ex

February 25, 2022 EX-21

Subsidiaries of the Registrant at December 31, 2021

Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Organization North Pier Insurance Company United States Stepan Asia Pte.

February 25, 2022 EX-24

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned hereby appoints F. Quinn Stepan, Jr. and Luis E. Rojo and each of them individually, the true and lawful attorney or attorneys of the undersigned, with substitution and resubstitution, to execute in his name, place and stead in his capacity as an officer or director or both of Stepan Company, a Delaware corporation, the Annual Report on Form 10-K under

February 17, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 2/17/2022 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (IR

February 17, 2022 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Fourth Quarter Results and Record Full Year 2021 Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Fourth Quarter Results and Record Full Year 2021 Earnings Northbrook, Illinois, February 17, 2022 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Fourth Quarter Highlights ? Reported net income was $17.0 million, or $0.73 per diluted share, versus $30.4 million, or $1.30 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $22.5 million, or $0.97 per diluted shar

February 17, 2022 8-K

Current Report

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 2/15/2022 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (IR

February 17, 2022 EX-99.1

Stepan Company Announces CEO Succession Plan

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Company Announces CEO Succession Plan Northbrook, Illinois, February 17, 2022 ? Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today announced that F. Quinn Stepan, Jr. will retire as Chief Executive Officer of the Company on April 25, 2022. Mr. Stepan will continue to serve as non-executive Chairman of the Board assuring an effective transition. Scott Behrens, currently President and Chief Operat

February 17, 2022 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northbrook, Illinois, February 17, 2022 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On February 16, 2022, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company?s common stock of $0.335 per share. The dividend is payable on March 15, 2022, to common stockholders of record on March 4, 2022. The Company increased its

February 10, 2022 SC 13G/A

SCL / Stepan Company / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 9)* Name of issuer: Stepan Co. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 858586100 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2021 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ??Rule 13d

December 13, 2021 8-K

Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 12/10/2021 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

November 4, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPA

October 20, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 10/20/2021 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

October 20, 2021 EX-99.2

Stepan Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend, Marking the 54th Consecutive Year of Increases, and Announces Share Repurchase Program

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend, Marking the 54th Consecutive Year of Increases, and Announces Share Repurchase Program Northbrook, Illinois, October 20, 2021 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On October 19, 2021, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company approved an increase of $0.030 per share, or 9.8%, on its quarterly cash dividend on its common stock. The divide

October 20, 2021 EX-99.3

Stepan to Expand Alkoxylation Capacity with U.S. Gulf Coast Investment

Exhibit 99.3 Stepan to Expand Alkoxylation Capacity with U.S. Gulf Coast Investment October 20, 2021 NORTHBROOK, Ill., October 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) announces today that it plans to build and operate a new alkoxylation plant at its existing Pasadena, Texas facility. Alkoxylates are a core surfactant technology critical to the agricultural, oilfield, construction and ho

October 20, 2021 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Third Quarter Results and Record Nine Month Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Third Quarter Results and Record Nine Month Earnings Northbrook, Illinois, October 20, 2021 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Third Quarter Highlights ? Reported net income was $36.9 million, or $1.59 per diluted share versus $33.2 million, or $1.43 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $36.4 million, or $1.57 per diluted share, versu

September 24, 2021 8-K

Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 9/23/2021 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (IR

August 5, 2021 EX-10.5

Amendment No. 1, dated as of June 22, 2021, to Credit Agreement, dated as of January 30, 2018, among Stepan Company, the lenders party thereto, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent

Exhibit 10.5 AMENDMENT NO. 1 Dated as of June 22, 2021 to CREDIT AGREEMENT Dated as of January 30, 2018 THIS AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO CREDIT AGREEMENT (this ?Amendment?) is made as of June 22, 2021 by and among Stepan Company (the ?Borrower?), the ?Lenders? (as defined below) signatory hereto and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Administrative Agent (the ?Administrative Agent?), under that certain Credit A

August 5, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED JUNE 30, 2021 ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (E

July 28, 2021 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northfield, Illinois, July 28, 2021 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On July 27, 2021, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company?s common stock of $0.305 per share. The dividend is payable on September 15, 2021, to common stockholders of record on August 31, 2021. The Company increased its q

July 28, 2021 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Record Second Quarter Results and Record First Half Earnings

EX-99.1 2 scl-ex99127.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Record Second Quarter Results and Record First Half Earnings Northfield, Illinois, July 28, 2021 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Second Quarter Highlights • Reported net income was a record $43.3 million, or $1.85 per diluted share, versus $35.7 million, or $1.54 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* wa

July 28, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 07/28/2021 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

June 14, 2021 EX-99.1

Stepan Announces $100 Million Notes Offerings

EX-99.1 6 scl-ex99110.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Announces $100 Million Notes Offerings Northfield, Illinois, June 14, 2021 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) announced today that on June 10, 2021, it issued $50 million in aggregate principal amount of its 2.30% Senior Notes, Series 2021-A, due June 10, 2028, and entered into an agreement to issue $50 million in aggregate principal amount of its 2.3

June 14, 2021 EX-10.1

Note Purchase and Private Shelf Agreement dated as of June 10, 2021 by and among Stepan Company, PGIM, Inc. and the purchasers thereto (filed with the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on June 14, 2021 (File No. 001-4462), and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 10.1 Stepan Company $50,000,000 2.30% Senior Notes, Series 2021-A, due June 10, 2028 and Prudential Shelf Facility Note Purchase and Private Shelf Agreement Dated as of June 10, 2021 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1. AUTHORIZATION OF NOTES.1 Section 1.1. Authorization of Issue of Series 2021-A Notes1 Section 1.2. Authorization of Issue of Shelf Notes1 Section 2. SALE AND PURCHASE OF NOTES.2 Sec

June 14, 2021 EX-10.2

Note Purchase and Master Note Agreement dated as of June 10, 2021, by and among Stepan Company, NYL Investors LLC and the purchasers thereto (filed with the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on June 14, 2021 (File No. 001-4462), and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 10.2 Stepan Company $50,000,000 2.37% Senior Notes, Series 2021-B, due September 23, 2028 and Master Note Facility Note Purchase and Master Note Agreement Dated as of June 10, 2021 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1. AUTHORIZATION OF NOTES.1 Section 1.1. Authorization of Issue of Series 2021-B Notes1 Section 1.2. Authorization of Issue of Shelf Notes1 Section 2. SALE AND PURCHASE OF NOTES.2 Secti

June 14, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 6/10/2021 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (IR

June 14, 2021 EX-10.4

Subsidiary Guaranty dated as of June 10, 2021, by and between Stepan Specialty Products, LLC and Stepan Surfactants Holdings, LLC relating to the Note Purchase and Master Note Agreement dated as of June 10, 2021, by and among Stepan Company, NYL Investors LLC and the purchasers thereto (filed with the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on June 14, 2021 (File No. 001-4462), and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 10.4 Subsidiary Guaranty This Subsidiary Guaranty dated as of June 10, 2021 (as the same may be amended, restated, supplemented or otherwise modified from time to time, this ?Guaranty?) is entered into on a joint and several basis by each of the undersigned together with any Subsidiaries which become parties to this Guaranty by executing a Supplement hereto in the form attached hereto as A

June 14, 2021 EX-10.3

Subsidiary Guaranty dated as of June 10, 2021, by and between Stepan Specialty Products, LLC and Stepan Surfactants Holdings, LLC relating to the Note Purchase and Private Shelf Agreement dated as of June 10, 2021, by and among Stepan Company, PGIM, Inc. and the purchasers thereto (filed with the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on June 14, 2021 (File No. 001-4462), and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 10.3 Subsidiary Guaranty This Subsidiary Guaranty dated as of June 10, 2021 (as the same may be amended, restated, supplemented or otherwise modified from time to time, this ?Guaranty?) is entered into on a joint and several basis by each of the undersigned together with any Subsidiaries which become parties to this Guaranty by executing a Supplement hereto in the form attached hereto as A

May 28, 2021 SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT Stepan Company (Exact name of the registrant as specified in its charter)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT Stepan Company (Exact name of the registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 22 W. Frontage Road, Northfield, IL 60093 (Address of principle exe

May 28, 2021 EX-1.01

Conflict Minerals Report as required by Items 1.01 and 1.02 of this Form SD

Exhibit 1.01 Stepan Company Conflict Minerals Report Background This Conflict Minerals Report (this ?Report?) of Stepan Company (?Stepan? or the ?Company?), is being filed pursuant to Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (?Rule 13p-1?) for the reporting period from January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020 (the ?Reporting Period?). Rule 13p-1 was enacted because of concerns that the exp

May 6, 2021 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED MARCH 31, 2021 ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (

May 6, 2021 EX-10.1

Stock and Asset Purchase Agreement, dated as of January 29, 2021, by and among Arteva Specialties B.V., INV Performance Surfaces, LLC, INVISTA Textiles (U.K.) Limited, INV Management Services, LLC, Stepan Company, Stepan U.K. Limited and Stepan Holdings Netherlands B.V. (filed with the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2021 (File No. 001-4462), and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 10.1 STOCK AND ASSET PURCHASE AGREEMENT dated as of January 29, 2021 by and among Arteva Specialties B.V., INV PERFORMANCE SURFACES, LLC and INVISTA TEXTILES (U.K.) LIMITED, as the Sellers, INV MANAGEMENT SERVICES, LLC, as the Seller Representative, and STEPAN COMPANY, STEPAN UK LIMITED and STEPAN HOLDINGS NETHERLANDS B.V. as the Buyers TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Article I THE ACQUISITION2 Sec

May 3, 2021 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 4/27/2021 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (IR

April 27, 2021 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Record Quarterly Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Record Quarterly Earnings Northfield, Illinois, April 27, 2021 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: First Quarter Highlights ? Reported net income was a record $40.6 million, or $1.74 per diluted share versus $27.5 million, or $1.18 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was a record $42.4 million, or $1.82 per diluted share versus $24.2 mill

April 27, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 04/27/2021 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

April 27, 2021 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

EX-99.2 3 scl-ex99224.htm EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northfield, Illinois, April 27, 2021 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On April 26, 2021, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s common stock of $0.305 per share. The dividend is payable on June 15, 2021, to common stockholders of record on May 28, 2021.

March 25, 2021 DEF 14A

- DEF 14A

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14

February 26, 2021 EX-24

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned hereby appoints F. Quinn Stepan, Jr. and Luis E. Rojo and each of them individually, the true and lawful attorney or attorneys of the undersigned, with substitution and resubstitution, to execute in his name, place and stead in his capacity as an officer or director or both of Stepan Company, a Delaware corporation, the Annual Report on Form 10-K under

February 26, 2021 10-K

Annual Report - 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (MARK ONE) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2020 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (Ex

February 26, 2021 EX-21

Subsidiaries of the Registrant at December 31, 2020

Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Organization Nanjing Stepan Jinling Chemical Limited Liability Company China PBC Ind?stria Qu?mica Ltda.

February 18, 2021 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Record Fourth Quarter Results and Full Year 2020 Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Record Fourth Quarter Results and Full Year 2020 Earnings Northfield, Illinois, February 18, 2021 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Fourth Quarter Highlights • Reported net income was $30.4 million, or $1.30 per diluted share versus $22.0 million, or $0.95 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $33.1 million, or $1.42 per diluted share

February 18, 2021 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

EX-99.2 3 scl-ex99217.htm EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northfield, Illinois, February 18, 2021 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On February 17, 2021, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s common stock of $0.305 per share. The dividend is payable on March 15, 2021, to common stockholders of record on March

February 18, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 02/18/2021 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

February 10, 2021 SC 13G/A

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 8)*

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 8)* Name of issuer: Stepan Co. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 858586100 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2020 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒ Rule 13d

February 1, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets, Other Events - 8-K

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 1/29/2021 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (IR

February 1, 2021 EX-99.1

Stepan Announces Acquisition of Aromatic Polyester Polyol Business from INVISTA

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Announces Acquisition of Aromatic Polyester Polyol Business from INVISTA NORTHFIELD, Ill., Jan. 29, 2021 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today announced that it has purchased INVISTA’s aromatic polyester polyol business and associated assets. Included in the transaction are two manufacturing sites, one in Wilmington, NC (United States) and the other in Vlissingen (the Netherlands)

January 27, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 1/27/2021 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (IR

January 27, 2021 EX-99.1

Stepan Announces Appointment of New Director

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Announces Appointment of New Director NORTHFIELD, Ill., Jan. 27, 2021 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today announced the appointment of Lorinda Burgess as a director of the Company, effective on January 27, 2021. Ms. Burgess currently serves as Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer, Americas Region of Medtronic Inc. In her over 20-year career with Medtronic, Ms. Bur

November 30, 2020 EX-99.1

Stepan Names Scott Behrens President & Chief Operating Officer

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Names Scott Behrens President & Chief Operating Officer Northfield, Illinois, November 30, 2020 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today announced that Scott Behrens will become President and Chief Operating Officer effective as of January 1, 2021. During Scott’s more than 25-year career with Stepan Company he has held a series of leadership positions across multiple parts of the bus

November 30, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 11/30/2020 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

October 29, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPA

October 21, 2020 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Record Third Quarter Results and Nine Month Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Record Third Quarter Results and Nine Month Earnings Northfield, Illinois, October 21, 2020 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Third Quarter Highlights • Reported net income was $33.2 million, or $1.43 per diluted share versus $25.9 million, or $1.11 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $36.4 million, or $1.56 per diluted share, up 30

October 21, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 8-K

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 10/21/2020 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

October 21, 2020 EX-99.2

Stepan Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend, Marking the 53rd Consecutive Year of Increases

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend, Marking the 53rd Consecutive Year of Increases Northfield, Illinois, October 21, 2020 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On October 20, 2020, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company approved an increase of $0.03 per share, or 10.9%, on its quarterly cash dividend on its common stock. The dividend of $0.305 per share is payable on Dec

July 30, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED JUNE 30, 2020 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (E

July 22, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 07/22/2020 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

July 22, 2020 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northfield, Illinois, July 22, 2020 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On July 21, 2020, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s common stock of $0.275 per share. The dividend is payable on September 15, 2020, to common stockholders of record on August 31

July 22, 2020 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Record Quarterly Results and First Half Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Record Quarterly Results and First Half Earnings Northfield, Illinois, July 22, 2020 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Second Quarter Highlights • Reported net income was a record $35.7 million, or $1.54 per diluted share, versus $30.2 million, or $1.30 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was a record $38.3 million, or $1.65 per diluted

May 29, 2020 EX-1.01

Conflict Minerals Report as required by Items 1.01 and 1.02 of this Form SD

Exhibit 1.01 Stepan Company Conflict Minerals Report Background This Conflict Minerals Report (this “Report”) of Stepan Company (“Stepan” or the “Company”), is being filed pursuant to Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (“Rule 13p-1”) for the reporting period from January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2019 (the “Reporting Period”). Rule 13p-1 was enacted because of concerns that the exp

May 29, 2020 SD

- SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT Stepan Company (Exact name of the registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 22 W. Frontage Road, Northfield, IL 60093 (Address of principle exe

April 30, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (

April 24, 2020 8-K

Current Report

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 04/21/2020 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

April 21, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 04/21/2020 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

April 21, 2020 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northfield, Illinois, April 21, 2020 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On April 20, 2020, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s common stock of $0.275 per share. The dividend is payable on June 15, 2020, to common stockholders of record on May 29, 2020. The Company increased its quarter

April 21, 2020 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports First Quarter Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports First Quarter Earnings Northfield, Illinois, April 21, 2020 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: First Quarter Highlights • Reported net income was $27.5 million, or $1.18 per diluted share versus $25.0 million, or $1.07 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $24.2 million, or $1.04 per diluted share versus $30.6 million, or $1.31 per dil

March 20, 2020 DEF 14A

SCL / Stepan Co. DEF 14A - - DEF 14A

DEF 14A Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

February 27, 2020 10-K

Annual Report - 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (MARK ONE) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2019 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (Ex

February 27, 2020 EX-24

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned hereby appoints F. Quinn Stepan, Jr. and Luis E. Rojo and each of them individually, the true and lawful attorney or attorneys of the undersigned, with substitution and resubstitution, to execute in his name, place and stead in his capacity as an officer or director or both of Stepan Company, a Delaware corporation, the Annual Report on Form 10-K under

February 27, 2020 EX-21

Subsidiaries of the Registrant at December 31, 2019

Exhibit 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Organization Nanjing Stepan Jinling Chemical Limited Liability Company China PBC Indústria Química Ltda.

February 27, 2020 EX-4.1

Description of the Company’s Common Stock (filed with the Company’s Annual Report on form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2019 (File No. 001-4462), and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 4.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE COMPANY’S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 The following is a brief description of the common stock, par value $1.00 per share (“Common Stock”), of Stepan Company (the “Company,” “we,” “us” or “our”), which is the only security of the Company registered pursuant to Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. T

February 20, 2020 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2019 Results

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2019 Results Northfield, Illinois, February 20, 2020 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Fourth Quarter Highlights • Reported net income was $22.0 million, or $0.95 per diluted share versus $24.0 million, or $1.03 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $25.7 million, or $1.10 per diluted share versus $19.5 mi

February 20, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 02/20/2020 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

February 20, 2020 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northfield, Illinois, February 20, 2020 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On February 19, 2020, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s common stock of $0.275 per share. The dividend is payable on March 13, 2020, to common stockholders of record on March 5, 2020. The Company increased its

February 12, 2020 SC 13G/A

SCL / Stepan Co. / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 7)* Name of issuer: Stepan Co Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 858586100 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2019 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒ Rule 13d-

December 20, 2019 8-K

Current Report

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 12/16/2019 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

October 30, 2019 EX-3.2

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Stepan Company (Amended as of October 22, 2019) (filed with the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed on October 30, 2019 (File No. 001-4462), and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 3.2 AMENDED AND RESTATED BY-LAWS STEPAN COMPANY A DELAWARE CORPORATION (Amended as of October 22, 2019) ARTICLE I OFFICES Section 1.Registered Office in Delaware. The address of the registered office of Stepan Company (the “Corporation”) in the State of Delaware and the registered agent of the Corporation at such address shall be as provided in the certificate of incorporation of the Corpo

October 30, 2019 EX-10.1

Stepan Company Supplemental Savings and Investment Retirement Plan (Amended and Restated Effective as of January 1, 2019) (filed with the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed on October 30, 2019 (File No. 001-4462), and incorporated herein by reference)

EX-10.1 2 scl-ex101162.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 Stepan Company Supplemental Savings and Investment Retirement Plan (Amended and Restated Effective as of January 1, 2019) Stepan Company Supplemental Savings and Investment Retirement Plan (Amended and Restated Effective as of January 1, 2019) Contents SectionPage Article I The Plan1 1.1 Establishment and Amendment of the Plan1 1.2 Applicability of P

October 30, 2019 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2019 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPA

October 25, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 10/22/2019 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

October 25, 2019 EX-3.2

Amended and Restated By-laws of Stepan Company (Amended as of October 22, 2019)

Exhibit 3.2 AMENDED AND RESTATED BY-LAWS STEPAN COMPANY A DELAWARE CORPORATION (Amended as of November 13, 2015October 22, 2019) ARTICLE I OFFICES Section 1.Registered Office in Delaware. The address of the registered office of Stepan Company (the “Corporation”) in the State of Delaware and the registered agent of the Corporation at such address shall be as provided in the Restated Ccertificate of

October 23, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 10/23/2019 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

October 23, 2019 EX-99.2

Stepan Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend, Marking the 51st Consecutive Year of Increases

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend, Marking the 51st Consecutive Year of Increases Northfield, Illinois, October 23, 2019 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On October 22, 2019, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company approved an increase of $0.025 per share, or 10%, on its quarterly cash dividend on its common stock. The dividend of $0.275 per share is payable on Dece

October 23, 2019 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Third Quarter Results and Nine Month Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Third Quarter Results and Nine Month Earnings Northfield, Illinois, October 23, 2019 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Third Quarter Highlights • Reported net income was $25.9 million, or $1.11 per diluted share versus $21.8 million, or $0.93 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $27.9 million, or $1.20 per diluted share versus $26.4

July 31, 2019 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED JUNE 30, 2019 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (E

July 24, 2019 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northfield, Illinois, July 24, 2019 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On July 23, 2019, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s common stock of $0.25 per share. The dividend is payable on September 13, 2019, to common stockholders of record on August 30, 2019. The Company increased its qu

July 24, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 07/24/2019 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

July 24, 2019 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Second Quarter Results and First Half Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Second Quarter Results and First Half Earnings Northfield, Illinois, July 24, 2019 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Second Quarter Highlights • Reported net income was $30.2 million, or $1.30 per diluted share, versus $33.5 million, or $1.44 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $35.1 million, or $1.50 per diluted share versus $32.2

May 30, 2019 SD

SCL / Stepan Co. SD - - SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD SPECIALIZED DISCLOSURE REPORT Stepan Company (Exact name of the registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 22 W. Frontage Road, Northfield, IL 60093 (Address of principle exe

May 30, 2019 EX-1.01

Stepan Company Conflict Minerals Report

Exhibit 1.01 Stepan Company Conflict Minerals Report Background This Conflict Minerals Report (this “Report”) of Stepan Company (“Stepan” or the “Company”), is being filed pursuant to Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (“Rule 13p-1”) for the reporting period from January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018 (the “Reporting Period”). Rule 13p-1 was enacted because of concerns that the exp

May 24, 2019 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): 05/23/2019 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IR

May 7, 2019 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED MARCH 31, 2019 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (

May 7, 2019 EX-18

Letter Regarding Change in Accounting Principles

Exhibit 18 May 7, 2019 Stepan Company 22 West Frontage Road Northfield, IL 60093 At your request, we have read the description included in your Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q to the Securities and Exchange Commission for the quarter ended March 31, 2019, of the facts relating to the change in accounting principle for inventory from the last in, first out (LIFO) cost method to the first in, first out (FIFO) cost method for inventories located in the United States.

May 6, 2019 EX-10.1

Second Amendment to the Stepan Company 2011 Incentive Compensation Plan (filed with the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on May 6, 2019 (File No. 001-4462), and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 10.1 SECOND AMENDMENT to the STEPAN COMPANY 2011 INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN Section 5.9 of the Stepan Company 2011 Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Plan”) provides that the Plan may be amended at any time by action of the Board of Directors of Stepan Company (the “Company”), subject to the requirement that any such amendment much be approved by the Company’s stockholders to the extent su

May 6, 2019 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): 04/30/2019 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 1-4462 36-1823834 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IR

April 30, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 04/30/2019 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

April 30, 2019 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northfield, Illinois, April 30, 2019 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On April 29, 2019, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s common stock of $0.25 per share. The dividend is payable on June 14, 2019, to common stockholders of record on May 31, 2019. The Company increased its quarterl

April 30, 2019 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports First Quarter Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports First Quarter Earnings Northfield, Illinois, April 30, 2019 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: First Quarter Highlights • Reported net income was $25.0 million, or $1.07 per diluted share versus $32.0 million, or $1.37 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $30.6 million, or $1.31 per diluted share versus $33.6 million, or $1.44 per dil

March 29, 2019 DEF 14A

SCL / Stepan Co. DEF 14A

as UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ De

February 27, 2019 EX-24

Power of Attorney

Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned hereby appoints F. Quinn Stepan, Jr. and Luis E. Rojo and each of them individually, the true and lawful attorney or attorneys of the undersigned, with substitution and resubstitution, to execute in his name, place and stead in his capacity as an officer or director or both of Stepan Company, a Delaware corporation, the Annual Report on Form 10-K under

February 27, 2019 EX-10.4

Second Amendment, dated November 13, 2008, of the Stepan Company Supplemental Profit Sharing Plan (as Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 1994)

Exhibit 10.4 SECOND AMENDMENT OFTHE STEPAN COMPANY SUPPLEMENTAL PROFIT SHARING PLAN (As Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 1994) WHEREAS, Stepan Company (the “Company”) has established and maintains the Stepan Company Supplemental Profit Sharing Plan, as amended and restated effective January 1, 1994, as heretofore amended (the “Plan”); and WHEREAS, the Company reserved the right to amend t

February 27, 2019 EX-10.3

First Amendment, dated February 14, 2006, of the Stepan Company Supplemental Profit Sharing Plan (as Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 1994)

Exhibit 10.3 FIRST AMENDMENT OFTHE STEPAN COMPANY SUPPLEMENTAL PROFIT SHARING PLAN (As Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 1994) WHEREAS, Stepan Company (the “Company”) has established and maintains the Stepan Company Supplemental Profit Sharing Plan, as amended and restated effective January 1, 1994, (the “Plan”); and WHEREAS, the Company also maintains the Stepan Company Profit Sharing Pla

February 27, 2019 10-K

SCL / Stepan Co. 10-K (Annual Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (MARK ONE) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2018 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPANY (Ex

February 27, 2019 EX-21

Subsidiaries of Registrant at December 31, 2018

Exhibit 21 STEPAN COMPANY SUBSIDIARIES OF REGISTRANT Subsidiary Organized under the Laws of: Stepan Europe S.

February 27, 2019 EX-10.21

Stepan Company Directors Deferred Compensation Plan amended and restated as of January 1, 2012 (filed with the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2018 (File No. 001-4462), and incorporated herein by reference)

Exhibit 10.21 STEPAN COMPANY DIRECTORS DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN AMENDED AND RESTATED AS OF JANUARY 1, 2012 1. Name of Plan, History, and Effective Date of Amendment and Restatement: a. Name of Plan. This Plan shall be known as the Directors Deferred Compensation Plan (the “Plan”). b. History. Stepan Company, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), previously established this Directors Deferred C

February 27, 2019 EX-10.2

Stepan Company Supplemental Profit Sharing Plan (Restated Effective as of January 1, 1994)

Exhibit 10.2 Stepan Company Supplemental Profit Sharing Plan (Restated Effective as of January 1, 1994) Stepan Company Supplemental Profit Sharing Plan (Restated Effective as of January 1, 1994) Contents Section Page Article I. The Plan 1.1 Establishment and Amendment of the Plan 1 1.2 Applicability of Plan 1 1.3 Purpose of the Plan 1 1.4 Nonqualified Plan 1 Article II. Definitions 2.1 Definitions

February 21, 2019 EX-99.2

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend Northfield, Illinois, February 21, 2019 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On February 20, 2019, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company’s common stock of $0.25 per share. The dividend is payable on March 15, 2019, to common stockholders of record on March 4, 2019. The Company increased its

February 21, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

\ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 02/21/2019 STEPAN COMPANY (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number: 1-4462 Delaware 36-1823834 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (I

February 21, 2019 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Fourth Quarter and Record Full Year 2018 Results

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Fourth Quarter and Record Full Year 2018 Results Northfield, Illinois, February 21, 2019 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Fourth Quarter Highlights • Reported net income was $26.9 million, or $1.16 per diluted share versus $9.9 million, or $0.42 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income was $23.7 million, or $1.02 per diluted share versus $24

February 14, 2019 SC 13G/A

SCL / Stepan Co. / STEPAN F QUINN - SC 13G AMENDMENT NO. 37 Passive Investment

SC 13G Amendment No. 37 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 37)* Stepan Company (Name of Issuer) Common Stock $1 Par Value (Title of Class of Securities) 858586-10-0 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2018 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate

January 10, 2019 SC 13G/A

SCL / Stepan Co. / VANGUARD GROUP INC Passive Investment

stepanco.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 6 )* Name of issuer: Stepan Co Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 858586100 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2018 Check the appropriate box to designate the

November 1, 2018 10-Q

SCL / Stepan Co. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (MARK ONE) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File Number 1-4462 STEPAN COMPA

October 24, 2018 EX-99.2

Stepan Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend, Marking the 51st Consecutive Year of Increases

Exhibit 99.2 Stepan Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend, Marking the 51st Consecutive Year of Increases Northfield, Illinois, October 24, 2018 - Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: On October 23, 2018, the Board of Directors of Stepan Company approved an increase of $0.025 per share, or 11%, on its quarterly cash dividend on its common stock. The dividend of $0.25 per share is payable on Decem

October 24, 2018 EX-99.1

Stepan Reports Third Quarter Results and Record Nine Month Earnings

Exhibit 99.1 Stepan Reports Third Quarter Results and Record Nine Month Earnings Northfield, Illinois, October 24, 2018 - Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Third Quarter Highlights • Reported net income was $22.2 million, or $0.95 per diluted share versus $21.9 million, or $0.94 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income* was $26.0 million, or $1.11 per diluted share, a 21%

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