Republic Metals Corporation Achieves Responsible Jewellery Council Chain of Custody Certification

MIAMI, Feb. 26, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Republic Metals Corporation (Republic Metals) is proud to announce that is has received the Responsible Jewellery Council's (RJC) Chain of Custody Certification effective January 27^th, 2015.

The RJC's Chain of Custody Certification, in support of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Due Diligence Guidance and the Dodd Frank Act, is dedicated to ensuring the responsible sourcing of material throughout the gold supply chain. Republic Metals was audited by UL, a universally recognized and RJC-accredited auditing body, and found to be in conformance with the RJC's Chain of Custody protocol. Republic Metals' certification is acknowledgment that Republic has management procedures in place that exemplify the international standard of responsible, conflict-free sourcing of precious metals.  

"RMC is very proud to hold both of the prestigious RJC certifications. First becoming a Certified Member in July 2014, and now attaining the Chain of Custody Certification. Less than 3% of the membership entities have achieved both certifications. By successfully satisfying the stringent RJC audit requirements Republic Metals is recognized as a conflict-free refiner not only by the RJC, but by the EICC, LBMA and the DMCC." says Rich Lani, Director of Compliance for Republic Metals Corporation.

Headquartered in Miami, Republic Metals was established in 1980 and has since grown to become one of the largest and most respected primary precious metals refineries in the world. Throughout its illustrious history, Republic Metals has displayed excellence in precious metals refining in a manner that is considered environmentally friendly, as demonstrated through its long-standing ISO14001 registration. Republic Metals, an ISO9001 :2008 registered company,  holds listings on the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA), the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME group), and the Shanghai Gold Exchange (SGE) with certified memberships from the Responsible Jewellery Council, Conflict Free Smelter Initiative, and Ethical Alliance. As an LBMA-designated "Responsible Gold Party," all business conducted by Republic Metals is performed in accordance with its stringent Patriot Act compliance and supply chain policies.

About the Responsible Jewellery Council

"The RJC is a whole-of-supply chain standards initiative for the jewellery supply chain, from mine to retail. It is unique in its participation of organisations at every step in the value chain, each bringing a commitment to a responsible supply chain and implementation of responsible business practices."¹

1. "About." Responsible Jewellery Council. Web. 16 Feb. 2015.

Contact:
Republic Metals Corporation
12900 NW 38^th Ave.
Miami, FL 33054
888-685-8505
www.republicmetalscorp.com 
[email protected]

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