Responsible sourcing

We believe that knowing where our materials come from is an essential part of responsible jewellery.

As a downstream company within the diamond supply chain, Royal Asscher works with suppliers to understand and assess their due diligence practices. Our responsible sourcing approach is guided by the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas, as required within the applicable RJC framework.

We maintain policies and procedures designed to identify, assess and address risks within our supply chain, with particular attention to human rights, responsible sourcing and the prevention of involvement with conflict-affected and high-risk areas.

Our Responsible Sourcing and Ethical Business Policy sets out our commitments and expectations for our supply chain partners.

Read our Responsible Sourcing & Ethical Business Policy

Human rights

Respect for human rights is fundamental to responsible business.

Our Human Rights Policy reflects our commitment to respecting internationally recognised human rights and to identifying and addressing potential human rights risks within our operations and supply chain.

This commitment forms part of our broader approach to responsible business and is supported by the policies and procedures required under our RJC certification.

Read our Human Rights Policy

Ethical business practices

Responsibility extends beyond the materials we work with. It is also reflected in how we conduct our business.

Our policies address key areas of responsible corporate conduct, including:

• Anti-corruption and bribery
• Anti-money laundering
• Employment and working conditions
• Emergency response
• Human rights
• Responsible sourcing and ethical business practices

These policies help establish clear standards for how Royal Asscher conducts business and how we work with our partners.

Anti-Corruption & Bribery Policy
Anti-Money Laundering Policy
Employment Policy
Emergency Response Policy

Transparency and accountability

Responsible business requires more than policies. It requires accountability.

Our RJC certification provides an independent assessment of the systems and practices within the certified scope of our business. We are committed to maintaining these standards and continuously strengthening our approach as responsible business practices evolve.

The RJC regularly reviews and updates its standards to reflect developments in responsible business, human rights, environmental practices and responsible supply chains. The latest RJC Code of Practices was revised in 2024.

View Royal Asscher on the Responsible Jewellery Council website.

Raising concerns

We believe that responsible supply chains depend on open communication and the ability to raise concerns.

Royal Asscher maintains a grievance mechanism for stakeholders who wish to raise concerns relating to our responsible sourcing and supply chain practices.

To submit a grievance, please contact:

Mike Asscher, President
royal@asscher.nl

Please use “Supply Chain Grievance” as the email subject.