SCIDYNE® Conflict Minerals Policy

Background

Conflict Minerals are natural resources whose extraction and trade have been linked to armed conflict and human rights abuses in certain regions.

The most commonly referenced Conflict Minerals are:

These minerals are sometimes referred to as 3TG, an acronym for Tantalum, Tin, Tungsten, and Gold. Their use is necessary for the production and functionality of many everyday items such as electronics, automobiles, and jewelry. For example, capacitors may use Tantalum, solder contains Tin, Tungsten is used to harden carbide tooling, and electrical connectors are often Gold plated.

Although these minerals can be found throughout the world, of particular concern are those mined and processed in the eastern provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and in adjoining countries. In some cases, revenues generated from this geographic region may directly, or indirectly, finance or benefit armed groups engaged in civil war resulting in serious social and environmental abuses.

In response, the United States passed the Dodd-Frank Financial Reform and Consumer Protection Act in July of 2010. Section 1502(b) requires US publicly traded manufacturers who file certain reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to disclose whether the products they manufacture, or contract to manufacture, contain “Conflict Minerals” and to disclose the chain of custody and usage regardless of where they are sourced, processed, or sold.

SEC Final Rule on Conflict Minerals: http://www.sec.gov/news/press/2012/2012-163.htm

SCIDYNE Corporation Policy Regarding Conflict Minerals

SCIDYNE is a privately held corporation and therefore not subject to the Dodd-Frank legislation. However, we fully endorse the measure and support our customers who must comply with the law. We are committed to providing environmentally friendly and conflict-free products.

SCIDYNE does not mine, smelt, or process Conflict Minerals. It is our policy to procure components and materials from reputable suppliers that maintain conflict minerals due diligence programs and support responsible sourcing practices.

Based on information provided by our suppliers, reviews of our manufacturing processes, and to the best of our knowledge, the products produced and marketed by SCIDYNE are sourced in a responsible and ethical manner.