OECDDACKriterien

OECDDACKriterien, also known as the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas, is a set of guidelines developed by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) to help businesses mitigate the risks associated with the trade of minerals from conflict-affected and high-risk areas. The guidelines were first published in 2010 and have since been updated to reflect changes in the global landscape.

The OECDDACKriterien are designed to assist businesses in implementing due diligence measures to prevent the trade of minerals that finance conflict or human rights abuses. The guidelines cover a range of topics, including the identification of conflict-affected and high-risk areas, the assessment of risks, and the development of risk mitigation strategies.

The OECDDACKriterien are voluntary and non-binding, but they are widely recognized as a best practice standard in the industry. Many businesses, particularly those in the technology and manufacturing sectors, have adopted the guidelines as part of their corporate responsibility initiatives. The guidelines are also used by governments and international organizations to promote responsible mineral supply chains.

The OECDDACKriterien are based on a set of 10 criteria, which are designed to help businesses assess and manage the risks associated with the trade of minerals from conflict-affected and high-risk areas. The criteria include the identification of conflict-affected and high-risk areas, the assessment of risks, and the development of risk mitigation strategies.

The OECDDACKriterien are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect changes in the global landscape. The guidelines are also subject to ongoing evaluation and improvement, as businesses and other stakeholders continue to work towards the goal of promoting responsible mineral supply chains.