Controversial substances

Conflict minerals Policy

In August 2012, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued its final rules regarding conflict minerals (tantalum, tin, tungsten, and gold). These are defined in Section 1502 of the Dodd–Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.

The aim of this regulation is to curb the trade in conflict minerals mined in the war zones of the Democratic Republic of Congo or its neighboring countries and to ensure a high level of protection for people and the environment.

We, GLW GmbH, have no legal obligation to comply with the requirements on conflict minerals in Section 1502 of the Dodd-Frank Act. However, we are aware of our social responsibility with regard to the environment, safety, health, and human rights. Therefore, we will not knowingly use conflict minerals from non-certified smelters in the conflict region in our products or source materials that contain “conflict minerals.”

In addition, we support our customers in fulfilling their reporting obligations by providing the relevant information.