Conflict minerals commonly refers to tin, tantalum, tungsten and gold due-diligence obligations associated with conflict-affected and high-risk areas. Exact legal duties depend on the reporting entity and jurisdiction.
| Area | What the record should show |
|---|---|
| Control | Map products and suppliers that may contain covered minerals, request smelter or refiner information and assess the quality of supplier declarations. |
| Evidence | Retain applicability decisions, supplier responses, smelter data, follow-up, risk conclusions and required reports. |
| Tradeoff | A supplier statement of conflict-free status is not enough when it lacks material, facility or smelter evidence. |
When it matters
Map products and suppliers that may contain covered minerals, request smelter or refiner information and assess the quality of supplier declarations.
Review before approval
Retain applicability decisions, supplier responses, smelter data, follow-up, risk conclusions and required reports.
A supplier statement of conflict-free status is not enough when it lacks material, facility or smelter evidence.
