Policy Statement on Theft of PGM-Bearing Materials

Column:LPPM Time:2026-04-08

Policy Statement on Theft of PGM-Bearing Materials


Version: V1.0

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Scope of Application: All platinum group metal (PGM) supply chains of the Company, including platinum, palladium, rhodium and related PGM-bearing materials

Reference Standard: LPPM RPG5 (5th Edition) Step 1.1 "Policy Statement on Theft of PGM-Bearing Materials"

I. Policy Statement

Inteplatinum Co., Ltd. has zero tolerance for any form of theft of PGM-bearing materials and firmly opposes the entry of stolen PGMs into our supply chain. We recognize that high-value PGM-bearing materials such as automotive catalysts are prime targets for criminals, and the illegal trade in stolen materials seriously erodes the reputation of the PGM industry as well as its recyclability and environmental benefits.

To this end, the Company has established and strictly implements the following commitments:

II. Specific Commitments

A. Enhanced Due Diligence on Suppliers

Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) must be conducted on suppliers that have not publicly committed to adopting responsible supply chain policies similar to or based on OECD Annex II.

EDD includes but is not limited to: review of legitimacy of supplier material sources, on-site visits, management interviews, verification of VAT/tax records, etc.

B. Handling of Suppliers Suspected of Dealing in Stolen Materials

For suppliers suspected of dealing in stolen PGMs, the Company will:

  • Conduct immediateinvestigation;

  • Suspend cooperation asappropriate pending further due diligence results;

  • Immediately terminate thecooperative relationship and report to relevant authorities in accordancewith the law if theft is confirmed.

C. Cooperation with Government Authorities

The Company commits to fully cooperating with law enforcement agencies, regulatory authorities and industry associations to seek to end the trade in stolen PGMs, and will provide necessary records and information support.

D. Cash Payment Ban

All PGM-related payments by the Company are settled through bank channels via corporate accounts, and cash settlement of any kind is refused.

III. This Policy Applies to:

  1. Primary PGMs

  2. Recycled PGMs (includingbut not limited to automotive catalysts, industrial waste, jewelry scrap,electronic waste, etc.)

  3. Closed-loop/tollprocessing agreements

  4. Subsidiaries, jointventures, metal dealers, bullion dealers (no exceptions)

IV. Responsibility and Implementation

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Responsible Party

Responsibilities

Board of Directors/Compliance Officer

Oversee the implementation of this policy, approve handling of high-risk suppliers

Procurement and Supply Chain Department

Implement this policy in supplier admission and annual review

Compliance Department

Organize EDD, investigate suspected theft, report to authorities

Finance Department

Strictly enforce the cash payment ban

V. Violation Handling

Any employee, supplier or partner found to be involved in the theft of PGM-bearing materials will be subject to: immediate termination of business relationship, reservation of legal recourse rights, and reporting to LPPM and relevant authorities.

VI. Policy Publication

This policy statement will:

  • Be publicly published onthe Company's official website: []

  • Be incorporated intosupplier contracts or legally binding documents

  • Serve as required readingfor annual training