Introduction to
Al Rawais Gold
At Al Rawais Gold we process gold and silver in our state-of-the-art facility, which includes a modern assay laboratory, world-class precious metals refinery, and highly efficient operational system. Our enterprise is ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified for strict attention to quality and sustainability standards. We produce gold and silver granules, coins, and bars in a wide range of dimensions and weights, and are pleased to work with clients to deliver custom sizes or modify a product for a speciality use, such as jewellry or an industrial application.
Al Rawais Gold was established in 2014, and has rapidly become one of the largest, fastest growing, and most efficient integrated precious metal refinery and trading solutions in the United Arab Emirates. We take genuine pride in being an industry leader when it comes to our core values of superior quality, strong business integrity, and platinum-level customer service.
1. Core Commitment
AL RAWAIS GOLD FZC is committed to ethical, conflict-sensitive mineral sourcing from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas (CAHRAs) and non-CAHRAs. We strictly comply with UN sanctions, domestic laws, and the OECD Due Diligence Guidance (Annex II).
2. Zero Tolerance Prohibitions
We will immediately suspend or terminate engagement with any upstream supplier linked to:
Gross Human Rights Abuses: Torture, cruel or degrading treatment, forced/compulsory labor, worst forms of child labor (ILO Convention No. 182), sexual violence, war crimes, or crimes against humanity.
Non-State Armed Groups: Direct or indirect support, including illegal control, extortion, or taxation at mine sites, transport routes, or trading points.
3. Standards Requiring Risk Mitigation
We require suppliers to actively manage risks in the following areas. Business relationships will be suspended or terminated if risk mitigation efforts fail:
Public & Private Security Forces: Must operate strictly under the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights, undergo background screening, and avoid extortion or illegal control.
Financial Integrity: Zero tolerance for bribery, fraudulent origin misrepresentation, money laundering, and tax/royalty evasion. Government payments are disclosed per EITI principles.
Environment, Health & Safety (EHS): Mandatory compliance with national EHS laws, continuous risk management, workplace hazard prevention, and environmental footprint reduction.
4. Implementation & Governance
To ensure policy compliance across our supply chain, AL RAWAIS GOLD FZC enforces:
KYC & Due Diligence: Comprehensive Know-Your-Customer procedures and high-risk assessment criteria.
Oversight: Active transaction monitoring and clear escalation channels.
Training & Compliance: Mandatory training for relevant staff and required supply chain transparency from suppliers.
Contact & Acknowledgment
Queries & Concerns: Email compliance@alrawais.ae
Acknowledgment: Adapted from Annex II of the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas.