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Material Compliance Policy

Responsible Department: Group Strategic Purchasing

 

1. Purpose
This policy defines the requirements for ensuring material compliance at ARGO-HYTOS. The objective is to meet legal regulations (e.g. REACH, RoHS, SCIP, TSCA), customer-specific requirements, and internal standards throughout the entire supply chain, while identifying risks at an early stage.

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2. Scope
This policy applies to all materials, components, assemblies, and packaging used in ARGO-HYTOS products and system solutions. It is valid across all locations and functions, especially Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, Production, and Sales.

3. Principles

  • Legal Compliance: All materials must comply with applicable environmental and chemical regulations.
  • Customer Satisfaction: Material data must be transparent and complete to meet customer requirements.
  • Supplier Integration: Suppliers are actively involved in material compliance processes.
  • Risk Management: Critical substances are systematically identified and assessed.
  • Technology Openness: Material selection considers innovative, sustainable, and compliant alternatives.

 

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4. Supplier Requirements

  • Provision of compliance documentation (e.g. REACH SVHC, RoHS, SCIP numbers).

  • Use of platforms such as IMDS, CDX, or SCIP for data transmission.

  • Obligation to proactively communicate changes in material composition.

  • Participation in supplier evaluations and audits with a focus on material compliance.

 

 

5. Internal Responsibilities

  • Purchasing: Ensures compliance in supplier selection and evaluation.

  • Engineering: Considers material compliance during the design phase.

  • Quality Management: Monitors compliance, conducts training, and escalates violations.

  • Product Management: Coordinates with customers on specific requirements and documentation obligations.

6. Documentation and Traceability

  • Material data is centrally documented in ERP or PLM systems.
  • SCIP notifications are submitted in accordance with legal requirements.
  • Changes are versioned and archived in a traceable manner.

7. Training and Awareness
All relevant employees receive regular training on material compliance. New employees are informed during onboarding.

8. Violations and Sanctions
Violations of this policy may result in internal measures or supplier delisting. Compliance is regularly reviewed.

Shrikant Bairagi (COO ARGO-HYTOS Group)
Pavel Dufek (Head of Group Purchasing Department)

17.02.2026

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