Extended Minerals Reporting (EMRT) EU & US

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The Extended Minerals Reporting Template (EMRT), developed by the Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI), has become the essential tool for demonstrating responsible sourcing of high-risk minerals, extending beyond traditional conflict metals. Initially focusing on cobalt and mica, EMRT 2.0 (April 2025) now includes copper, natural graphite, lithium, and nickel, which are crucial for batteries, electronics, EVs, and renewables, expanding the total to six minerals. To ensure EMRT compliance, utilize EMRT 2.1 (October 2025) for current reporting, which gathers smelter/refinery data, country-of-origin information, and OECD-aligned due diligence. 

In the United States, the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), SEC climate rules, and executive orders concerning critical minerals necessitate EMRT submission for public companies and suppliers. Major corporations like Apple, Tesla, GM, and Microsoft actively reject non-compliant vendors; a single forced-labor flag in DRC cobalt or Chinese mica can trigger import bans, SEC penalties, lawsuits, and significant contract losses. 

In the European Union, the Batteries Regulation (2023/1542) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) will enforce EMRT compliance for cobalt, lithium, nickel, graphite, and copper from 2025 to 2027. Moreover, the Forced Labour Regulation prohibits tainted products across the EU. Non-compliance can lead to customs blocks, product recalls, fines of up to 5-10% of turnover, and exclusion from larger retailers, automotive manufacturers, and EU markets. 

A single unverified smelter in your supply chain can lead to NGO exposés, multimillion-dollar penalties, and total supplier blacklisting. Major OEMs are now demanding audited EMRTs, making it imperative not to overlook this requirement. 

Conducting a thorough risk assessment, professional EMRT consolidation, smelter audits, and full-chain mapping are essential for maintaining compliance. Don’t let one oversight jeopardize your growth in the green economy. 

Perform a risk assessment or book a compliance review to ensure your operations meet the 2026 deadlines.