EU Recognises Mineral Scheme

The European Union has taken major steps to enhance ethical and transparent mineral sourcing. It introduced the Responsible Mineral Information System (ReMIS) and formally recognised the first compliant due-diligence scheme under Regulation (EU) 2017/821.

First EU-Recognised Due-Diligence Scheme

On 17 October 2025, the European Commission officially recognised the Responsible Minerals Assurance Process (RMAP) as the first due-diligence scheme under the EU Conflict Minerals Regulation.

RMAP supports compliance for companies importing tin, tungsten, tantalum, and gold (3TG) from conflict-affected and high-risk areas by providing robust supply chain risk controls and auditing mechanisms.

Key Facts:

• Scheme recognised: RMAP
• Regulation: Regulation (EU) 2017/821
• Metals covered: Tin, Tungsten, Tantalum, Gold (3TG)
• Recognition date: 17 October 2025

This recognition allows EU importers to rely on RMAP as a validated framework for demonstrating due-diligence obligations.

EU Launches ReMIS Platform for Transparency

On 2 October 2025, the EU launched the Responsible Mineral Information System (ReMIS), a voluntary platform enabling companies to publicly disclose responsible-sourcing commitments.

Platform Details:

• Platform: Responsible Mineral Information System (ReMIS)
• Launch date: 2 October 2025
• Participation: Voluntary
• Purpose: Public reporting of responsible-sourcing actions

Industry Impact

Companies importing or using critical minerals in the EU are encouraged to align with recognised due-diligence schemes and leverage ReMIS to demonstrate transparency to governments, investors, and stakeholders.

These initiatives mark a major advancement in the EU’s efforts to ensure ethical mineral supply chains and strengthen global sustainability standards.

References:

i. EU Recognises RMAP Due-Diligence Scheme
ii. EU Launches ReMIS Platform