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What Are Conflict Minerals?

Certain minerals, specifically tin, tantalum, tungsten and gold (commonly referred to as 3TG) are widely used in the manufacture of electronic components. In some regions, particularly in the eastern provinces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and surrounding countries, the mining of these minerals has been linked to armed conflict and human rights abuses. These are commonly referred to as “conflict minerals.”

Conflict Minerals

Corintech's Approach

Corintech supports the aims and objectives of Section 1502 of the U.S. Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, which seeks to reduce the use of conflict minerals that may directly or indirectly finance or benefit armed groups in the DRC and adjoining countries.

We are committed to working with our supply chain to improve transparency and ensure responsible sourcing. Corintech expects its suppliers to supply materials that are “DRC conflict-free,” meaning the minerals do not originate from sources that directly or indirectly fund armed conflict.

Supplier Requirements

To comply with the legislation and to support ethical sourcing practices, Corintech requires suppliers to:

  • Perform due diligence on the source and chain of custody of 3TG minerals in their products.

  • Provide complete and accurate information about the presence of conflict minerals using an industry-standard reporting format.

  • Source these minerals from smelters and refiners validated as conflict-free by recognised programs, such as the Responsible Minerals Assurance Process (RMAP), where possible.

Corintech reserves the right to request additional documentation or audits where appropriate and to discontinue sourcing from any supplier found to be in violation of these requirements.

Our Due Diligence Framework

Corintech’s due diligence practices are aligned with internationally recognised standards for the responsible sourcing of minerals. Our approach includes reviewing supplier practices, requiring traceability documentation for relevant materials, and, where appropriate, requesting supporting audit data. We encourage suppliers to source from smelters and refiners that have been independently validated as conflict-free wherever possible.

There are various forms of due diligence that organisations may adopt to support ethical sourcing. One example is the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas, which outlines a risk-based framework aimed at helping companies identify and address potential risks in their supply chains.

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