Cartier Certified by the RJC

(IDEX Online News) - Cartier, a founding Member of the Council, has become certified against the ethical, human rights, social and environmental standards established by the Responsible Jewellery Council’s (RJC) Member Certification System.

Founded in 1847, Cartier is one of the world’s most esteemed luxury houses, designing and manufacturing exclusive collections of fine jewelry, wristwatches and prestige accessories, distributed through approximately 300 Cartier boutiques worldwide.

“The RJC warmly congratulates Cartier on becoming the second RJC Certified Member,” said RJC CEO Michael Rae.

All Commercial Members of the RJC have committed to be audited by accredited, third party auditors to verify the company’s conformance with the RJC’s Code of Practices. RJC Commercial Members must become certified within two years of joining the organization.

The RJC Member Certification System is unmatched in any other industry for the quality and breadth of its scope and standards and the integrity and transparency of its developmental process.

“Since 1847, the Cartier Maison has embodied a tradition of excellence, a tradition which has become our duty,” said Cartier’s President and CEO Bernard Fornas.

“This duty of excellence in our creations, savoir-faire and quality of service also extends to the way in which we conduct our activities - ethically, socially and environmentally. This is what drove our decision to co-found the RJC in 2005. We believe the RJC standard is a powerful and effective way to drive positive change through the jewelry supply chain from mining all the way to retail,” Fornas added.