Companies that use minerals mined and traded in the DRC+9 (the Democratic Republic of Congo and its nine adjoining countries) and other CAHRAs (conflict-affected and high-risk areas) risk financially benefitting armed groups in the region and contributing adversely to social issues such as human rights abuses, environmental degradation and corruption.
At the SATO Group, we commit to sourcing minerals responsibly across the supply chain, striving to control the use of conflict minerals in our products, with the understanding and cooperation of our suppliers.
In line with the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Mineral Supply Chains, we conduct supplier surveys using internationally recognized forms such as the CMRT (Conflict Minerals Reporting Template) and EMRT (Extended Minerals Reporting Template). These tools help us collect information on the origin of minerals and the smelters or refiners involved in processing them. We also ask our suppliers to source minerals only from smelters or refiners that comply with the RMAP (Responsible Minerals Assurance Process) standards.
We will continue working closely with all relevant departments to advance our efforts in responsible mineral sourcing as part of our corporate social responsibility.
