Addressing the Issue of Conflict Minerals
The term “conflict minerals” refers to certain minerals originating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and adjoining countries in Africa, the profit from the trade of which, provided through the global supply chain, is alleged to be funding armed groups in that region. There is growing concern worldwide about the issue of conflict minerals. In the United States, for example, legislation has been enacted requiring publicly listed companies to disclose their usage of such minerals.
Canon began investigations into conflict minerals in 2010 and established a project team at its headquarters in 2011. In these ways, the Company is working to create a framework for responding to legal regulations and guidelines from international organizations. Seeking to ensure the peace of mind of our customers, the Company is working together with business partners and industry entities to identify the history of minerals used in its products with the aim of avoiding the use of conflict minerals.
Canon is working together with business partners to address the conflict minerals issue.
