The law imposes disclosure and reporting requirements related to conflict minerals. Conflict minerals policy statement established in april 2000, electronic excellence ltd has been founded upon core values of service, technical competency, honesty and a dedication to all customers and suppliers alike. Digistar therefore supports the goals of section 1502 of the doddfrank wall street reform and consumer. In recent years there has been increased concern that the exploitation and trade of certain minerals originating in the democratic republic of the congo and surrounding countries are helping to finance armed conflict characterized by extreme levels of violence. Minerals, metals and sustainable development igf, as part of a wider effort to address some of the. Conflict minerals policy statement introduction as many of our suppliers and customers have acknowledged publicly, the doddfrank act created a new expectation for product manufacturers, which may be far removed from the source of the raw minerals in their products. Frank wall street reform and consumer protection act relating to conflict minerals. Conflict minerals policy statement on august 22, 2012, the u. On 22 august 2012, the united states securities and exchange commission sec adopted conclusive rules regarding conflict minerals pursuant to section 1502 of the doddfrank wall street reform and consumer protection act conflict mineral rules. We do not knowingly tolerate, or profit from, contribute to, assist with or facilitate any activity that fuels conflict or violates human rights.
Implementation of the policy we prohibit human rights abuses associated with the extraction, transport or trade of conflict minerals. If the products contain conflict minerals, the suppliers are also requested to inform arkema on the origin of such minerals. Conflict minerals policy statement on august 22, 2012, the securities and exchange commission sec published the final regulations implementing the conflict minerals reporting obligations of section 1502 of the u. The home depot conflict minerals policy the home depot is committed to ensuring compliance with section 1502 of the doddfrank wall street reform and consumer protection act relating to trade in conflict minerals. We also require compliance with all industry and legal standards.
Conflict minerals policy laz boy incorporated conflict minerals policy statement the mining of four minerals, tin, tantalum, tungsten, and gold, from certain mines in the eastern province of the democratic republic of the congo and the adjoining countries may be directly or indirectly financing armed groups that are engaged in civil war and. Conflict minerals sourcing policy conflict minerals originating from the democratic republic of congo drc are sometimes mined and sold by armed groups to finance conflict characterized by extreme levels of violence. Dell responsible sourcing policy page 2 of 2 for more information regarding dells work with conflict minerals, visit our website. Conflict minerals policy statement as many of our suppliers and customers have acknowledged publicly, the doddfrank act1 created a new expectation for product manufacturers, which may be far removed from the source of the raw minerals in their products. Conflict minerals policy introduction to legislation resmed inc.
National mineral policy to ease merger and acquisition of mining. We have inserted a uniform procedure to determine the use, source and origin of conflict minerals in our supply chain. We expect the companies we do business with to share our commitment. Securities and exchange commission the sec approved the final rule regarding the sourcing of conflict minerals under section 1502 of the doddfrank wall street reform and consumer protection act. Dolby laboratories is committed to the highest standards of social, ethical, and environmental conduct.
The doddfrank act requires that all publicly traded companies subject to sec rules report annually on the presence of certain minerals, characterized as conflict minerals, including tin, tantalum, tungsten or gold, in the. This includes restricting the use of cassiterite, wolframite, coltan which. While taber industries is not a public company and thus not directly subject to the conflict minerals law, taber industries deplores the violence in the drc and surrounding areas and is committed to supporting the responsible. In response to the doddfrank wall street reform and consumer act 2010 section 1502 regarding conflict minerals known as 3tg tantalum, tin, tungsten and gold, psl like many companies are now focusing on whether and to what extent their products. In order to minimize risks, we are cooperating closely with our suppliers. Conflict minerals together with its implementing regulations, the conflict minerals law. We conduct business fairly and ethically, respect human rights, comply with laws and regulations, and follow a rigorous code of conduct.
Conflict minerals policy 20 conflict minerals policy background in 2010, congress passed the doddfrank wall street reform and consumer protection act doddfrank requiring the securities and exchange commission sec to issue rules specifically relating to the use of conflict minerals within manufactured products. Conflict minerals policy statement disclosures on tantalum, tungsten and tin publication no. May 30, 2018 facebook recognizes that the extraction, trade, handling and export of cassiterite, columbitetantelite coltan, wolframite and gold, and their derivatives tin, tantalum and tungsten, have contributed to armed conflict and. Throughout our company history we have run and developed our organisation in accordance with a core desire to be. Conflict minerals policy background subsequent to the walmartmassmart merger, massmart is now required to comply with certain us laws, including a recently enacted law relating to minerals mined in conditions of armed conflict andor human rights abuses otherwise known as conflict minerals. Division of corporation finance conflict minerals disclosure a small entity compliance guide 1 introduction. Conflict minerals policy on august 22, 2012, the u. Conflicts minerals program policy oceaneering international, inc. These rules require publicly traded companies to disclose their use of conflict minerals in their products.
Air products is concerned that the trade of conflict minerals mined in the eastern provinces of the democratic republic of the congo drc may be fueling human rights atrocities in the region. The recent new regulation of mining and quarry works is a modern tool for safe and rational extractive works based on the principles of sustainable development. We expect all of our suppliers to abide by the requirements of our supplier code of conduct, which prohibits human rights abuses and unethical. Conflict minerals our policy versum materials is concerned that the trade of con. This includes restricting the use of cassiterite, wolframite, coltan which are the ores that contain tin, tungsten, and tantalum. Securities and exchange commission has adopted rules to implement reporting and disclosure requirements related to conflict minerals. Policy statement on conflict minerals as a socially responsible company, ecolab has concern for the wellbeing of people and communities. Conflict minerals policy february 24, 2016 digistar seeks to operate as a good corporate citizen and be socially responsible. National policy for the exploitation of mineral resources. The assessment includes inquiry into each suppliers policies, as well as training and verification practices regarding those policies, including asking about a conflict minerals policy. These elements combine with the lead or nickel sulphide. Congress enacted section 1502 of the doddfrank act that addresses the concern that the exploitation. Powell is subject to a new rule of the securities and exchange commission sec, effective. Ee conflict minerals policy statement electronic excellence.
We also make sure that we continue to act responsibly in purchasin. Conflict minerals policy statement amazon web services. Mining and minerals policy international development law. Conflict minerals policy statement introduction as many of our suppliers and customers have acknowledged publicly, the doddfrank act1 created a new expectation for product manufacturers, which may be far removed from the source of the raw minerals in their products. Conflict minerals policy statement psl group uk ltd. While taber industries is not a public company and thus not directly subject to the conflict minerals law, taber industries deplores the violence in the drc and surrounding areas and. Conflict minerals policy statement anixter is committed to being a responsible corporate citizen and is opposed to human rights abuses. Annual submission of conflict mineral status through the api technologies supplier portal. Nmp 2019, which replaces the extant nmp 2008, also proposes to grant industry status to mining and boost financing for mining and private.
Wellmanaged businesses have strong social and environmental programs and healthy supplier relationships. All the files you upload, as well as the file generated on our server, will be deleted permanently within an hour. Conflict minerals policy policy statement recognizing the risks of significant adverse impacts which may be associated with extracting, trading, handling and exporting minerals from conflictaffected and highrisk areas, and recognizing that fike corporation has the. In july 2010, the united states passed the doddfrank wall street reform and consumer protection act doddfrank. Frank street reform and consumer protection act with the goals of eliminating the illegal trade in gold, tin, tantalum. In july 2010, president barack obama signed into law the wall street reform and consumer protection act, also known as the doddfrank act.
And as such, we wish to source materials and components from suppliers that share our values. Suppliers that produce goods containing tin, tantalum, tungsten or gold 3tg must adopt a conflict minerals policy compliant with the idemia policy and the oecd due diligence guidance for responsible supply chains of minerals from conflictaffected and highrisk areas the oecd guidance. Securities and exchange commission sec adopted final rules implementing section 1502 of the doddfrank wall street reform and consumer protection act. Conflict minerals policy statement montaplast supports ending the violence and human rights violations in the mining of certain minerals from a location described as the conflict region, which is situated in the eastern portion of the democratic republic of the congo drc and surrounding countries. Securities and exchange commission sec issued final rules implementing section 1502 of the doddfrank wall street reform and consumer protection act. Dobbfrank wall street reform and consumer protection act section 1502 was passed concerning conflict minerals originating from the democratic republic of congo drc or adjoining countries. The united states securities and exchange commission sec requires companies to disclose their use of conflict minerals gold, tin, tungsten and tantalum if they are used in product manufactured by that company. Conflict minerals sourcing policy conflict minerals 1 originating from the democratic republic of the congo drc are sometimes mined and sold, under the control of armed groups2, to finance conflict characterized by extreme levels of violence2. Conflict minerals policy nidec avtron automation corporation naac supports the goal of promoting socially and environmentally responsible procurement of materials used in our products.
Securities and exchange commission sec to enact rules obligating certain publically traded manufacturing companies. Conflict minerals policy of arkema as part of its product stewardship, arkema requires its suppliers to inform it about the presence or not of conflict minerals. On july 21, 2010, the doddfrank wall street reform and consumer protection act was signed. National mineral policy, 2019 approved by cabinet pib. Conflict minerals policy statement powell industries. Securities and exchange commission that directly or indirectly finance or benefit armed groups in the democratic republic of the congo or adjoining countries. Conflict minerals policy statement plexus is committed to sourcing components and materials from companies that share our values around human rights, ethics and environmental responsibility. This legislation requires the company, through its parent company berkshire hathaway inc. Us law requires resmed to publicly disclose our use of conflict minerals. Recognizing the risks of significant adverse impacts which may be associated with extracting, trading, handling and exporting minerals from conflictaffected and highrisk areas, and recognizing that haynes international, inc. Us law requires resmed to publicly disclose our use of conflict minerals tantalum, tin, tungsten. The new national mineral policy will ensure more effective regulation. On august 22, 2012, the securities and exchange commission sec adopted a new rule and form, as mandated by section 1502 of the doddfrank wall street reform and consumer protection act doddfrank act, to require companies to publicly disclose their use of conflict. To report concerns or violations of this policy, please contact.
Securities and exchange commission the sec adopted a rule mandated by the doddfrank wall street reform and consumer protection act dodd frank act to require u. Annually collect conflict minerals data from their suppliers. Some of these minerals can make their way into the supply chains. These minerals and their refined metalstantalum, tin, tungsten and gold 3tgare widely used in the end markets served by air products. Conflict minerals policy statement uqm is committed to sourcing components and materials from companies that share our values around human rights, ethics and environmental responsibility. We expect all of our suppliers to abide by the requirements of our supplier code of conduct, which prohibits human rights abuses and unethical practices. Policy statement on conflict minerals background in 2012, the securities and exchange commission adopted rules implementing the provisions of the 2010 doddfrank wall street reform and consumer protection act the doddfrank act. Conflict minerals policy for over a decade, the trade in certain minerals, including cassiterite, columbitetantalite coltan, gold and wolframite and their derivatives, tin, tantalum, and tungsten, originating from the democratic republic of the congo and. Some of these minerals and the metals created from them such as. Api technologies will evaluate its relationships with its suppliers to ensure suppliers are conforming to the conflict minerals policy. Conflict minerals policy scott fetzer the company takes seriously concerns outlined in the doddfrank wall street reform and consumer protection act the doddfrank act regulating conflict minerals. As part of that commitment, anixter seeks to source products, components and materials from companies that share our values around human rights, ethics and environmental responsibility. Merger and acquisitions of mining entities and transfer of mining leases granted. This includes complying with laws regarding conflict minerals.
Furthermore, as part of our strategic sourcing process, we include a due diligence risk assessment and prescreen of suppliers. Conflict minerals policy for over a decade, the trade in certain minerals, including cassiterite, columbitetantalite coltan, gold and wolframite and their derivatives, tin, tantalum, and tungsten, originating from the democratic republic of the. Panasonic recognizes that the procurement of certain minerals notably tin, tantalum, tungsten, gold and cobalt from states in conflict areas and other highrisk areas. The conflict minerals law was enacted to address the exploitation and trade of certain minerals. Beyond conflict minerals dell is committed to continuing to develop our due diligence systems to apply to the sourcing of materials beyond those defined as conflict minerals 3tg.
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