IRMA Draft Chain of Custody Standard
Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA)
The Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA) is a multi-stakeholder body created to meet global demand for more socially and environmentally responsible mining.
The IRMA Chain of Custody Standard was developed to provide the base-level requirements for traceability for any mined material from the mine through to the end consumer. The IRMA Chain of Custody Standard will, as needed, be supplemented by Annexes specifying additional guidance for specific mineral supply chains.
In addition, this Standard has been developed to work in concert with existing and emerging traceability services and technologies (e.g. blockchain, mineral ID scanning, testing, etc.). It is also intended to be compatible with other standards programs for responsible sourcing of mined materials downstream of the mine (e.g. ResponsibleSteel, Responsible Jewellery Council Code of Practices).
