CEC deeply recognizes the social responsibility associated with the use of metals in its products. In response to the Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI), CEC commits to zero use of minerals sourced from illegal mining, human rights violations, or conflict financing. The Company has issued a Chicony Electronics Corporation Conflict Minerals Policy signed by the President and works closely with supply chain partners to continuously improve the responsible minerals management system.
Each year, we require raw material manufacturers and distributors to conduct responsible minerals due diligence using internationally recognized standard templates, including the Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT), the Extended Minerals Reporting Template (EMRT), and the Additional Minerals Reporting Template (AMRT). These standardized tools help trace the origin and smelter information of minerals to ensure compliance with the lists of qualified smelters provided by the RMI, thereby reducing human rights and environmental risks within the supply chain.
2024 Conflict Mineral Survey Results
| Report Category | Coverage | Results |
|---|---|---|
| CMRT | 317 Smelters |
183 gold smelters, 68 tin smelters, 32 tungsten smelters, and 34 tantalum smelters. |
| EMRT | 53 Smelters |
50 cobalt smelters and 3 mica smelters |
| AMRT | 6 types of additional Minerals | aluminum, copper, gallium, nickel, rare earth elements, and silicon |
In 2024, our investigation identified 63 smelters that did not meet the requirements lists of qualified smelters provided by the RMI. In response, we immediately launched an enhanced due diligence and risk mitigation mechanism. Suppliers were required to investigate the smelter usage status of their upstream original manufacturers and establish a clear timeline for smelter replacement. This ensured that all products comply with responsible mineral standards, achieving a 100% improvement rate.
We will continue to strengthen supply chain transparency and traceability by requiring suppliers to provide declarations on the sources of raw materials. This ensures that no minerals from conflict-affected regions are used, while complying with international environmental standards, respecting human rights, and responding to global sustainable procurement trends and regulatory requirements. Through these efforts, we fulfill our corporate commitment to "responsible sourcing and sustainable manufacturing."
2024 Mineral Source Distribution
