The responsible mineral supply chains created and monitored by ITSCI allow metal users to source responsibly and avoid total disengagement from high risk areas.

ITSCI brings companies together to work constructively, ensuring efficiency by avoiding duplication and correctly managing the extensive information generated – resulting in cost savings throughout the supply chain, and avoiding potential issues relating to anti-trust/competition rules.

ITSCI has membership categories for both upstream and downstream companies.

Full Membership – for upstream companies

ITSCI assists upstream companies, from mine to smelter, to conform to the OECD Guidance at a practical level. ITSCI is designed to support any mine or company, whether artisanal, small-scale, or industrial mines, disregarding of their size, activity level, or remoteness.

Associate Membership – for downstream companies

ITSCI also supports compliance with the US Dodd Frank law, section 1502 on conflict minerals, in relation to the Rules published by the SEC. ITSCI Associate Members support the good-faith efforts of the upstream sector in advancing responsible sourcing practices and strenghtening collaborative efforts to improve engagement in Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas. Associate Members can also play a crucial role in fostering sustainable development within local mining communities.