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  • Overall approach
    0/10
    • Overarching commitment on deforestation
      0/4
    • Signatory to an initiative tackling deforestation
      0/1
    • Awareness of the value of forests
      0/1
    • Deforestation as a business risk
      0/1
    • High-level management of deforestion
      0/1
    • Executive compensation linked to deforestation
    • Target to reduce emissions from land-use change
      0/1
    • Reporting on emissions from land-use change
      0/1
    • Disclosure of conservation activity
    • Disclosure of reforestation activity
    • Target to reduce emissions in scope 1/2
  • Commodity score
    14/90
    • Leather
      18/90
      • Commitment Strength
        6/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          4/9.5
          • Commitment details
            Protects priority forests (including High Conservation Value, High Carbon Stock, and peatlands)
            2/6
            Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
            Protects priority forests (including High Conservation Value, High Carbon Stock, and peatlands)
            2/6
            Do they have a deforestation commitment covering animal feed?: No

            When was this commitment set?: NA
            "Produce leather respecting the environment through the control of environmental impacts, meeting legal requirements and continuously improving the use of natural resources (WATER) and thus preventing pollution. RAW MATERIAL TRACEABILITYFuga Couros S/A has formalized controls and procedures that guarantee the traceability of the hides that are processed in its unit. This system makes it possible for more than 90% of the leather produced to be traced back to the meatpacking plant of origin and the date of slaughter. Every supplier slaughterhouse signs a declaration stating that the cattle purchased for slaughter does not come from farms that fit the items below: Farms located within the Amazon Biome"
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
            What subsidiaries are explicitly included?: NA

            What is the rationale for any exclusions?: Focus on Amazon Biome

            If no, what is excluded?: Location

            What percentage of commodity production/sourcing is excluded?: NA

            What subsidiaries are explicitly excluded?: NA
            "Produce leather respecting the environment through the control of environmental impacts, meeting legal requirements and continuously improving the use of natural resources (WATER) and thus preventing pollution. RAW MATERIAL TRACEABILITYFuga Couros S/A has formalized controls and procedures that guarantee the traceability of the hides that are processed in its unit. This system makes it possible for more than 90% of the leather produced to be traced back to the meatpacking plant of origin and the date of slaughter. Every supplier slaughterhouse signs a declaration stating that the cattle purchased for slaughter does not come from farms that fit the items below: Farms located within the Amazon Biome"
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: No leather to be sourced from Amazon Biome
            "Produce leather respecting the environment through the control of environmental impacts, meeting legal requirements and continuously improving the use of natural resources (WATER) and thus preventing pollution. RAW MATERIAL TRACEABILITYFuga Couros S/A has formalized controls and procedures that guarantee the traceability of the hides that are processed in its unit. This system makes it possible for more than 90% of the leather produced to be traced back to the meatpacking plant of origin and the date of slaughter. Every supplier slaughterhouse signs a declaration stating that the cattle purchased for slaughter does not come from farms that fit the items below: Farms located within the Amazon Biome"
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: Current
            "Produce leather respecting the environment through the control of environmental impacts, meeting legal requirements and continuously improving the use of natural resources (WATER) and thus preventing pollution. RAW MATERIAL TRACEABILITYFuga Couros S/A has formalized controls and procedures that guarantee the traceability of the hides that are processed in its unit. This system makes it possible for more than 90% of the leather produced to be traced back to the meatpacking plant of origin and the date of slaughter. Every supplier slaughterhouse signs a declaration stating that the cattle purchased for slaughter does not come from farms that fit the items below: Farms located within the Amazon Biome"
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          2/7.5
          • Commitment details
            Downstream company, traces to Processing Facility, no compliance check
            2/4
            Commitment to a traceable supply chain
            Downstream company, traces to Processing Facility, no compliance check
            2/4
            Do they have a traceability commitment which goes back to the birth farm?: No

            When was this commitment set?: NA
            [Translation] "Fuga Couros S/A has formalized controls and procedures that guarantee the traceability of the hides that are processed in its unit. This systematic makes possible that more than 90% of the produced leather is traced until the Slaughterhouse of origin and the date of slaughter. [...] Every supplier slaughterhouse signs a declaration stating that the cattle purchased for slaughter does not come from farms that fit the items below:Farms located within the Amazon Biome, where the map can be accessed at the following link: https://geoftp.ibge.gov.br/informacoes_ambientais/estudos_ambientais/biomas/mapas/biomas_5000mil.pdf .Farms involved in slave labor, invasion of indigenous lands or protected areas.Farms that are included in IBAMA's embargo list ( www.ibama.gov.br )."
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
            If no, what is excluded?: Indirect suppliers
            [Translation] "Fuga Couros S/A has formalized controls and procedures that guarantee the traceability of the hides that are processed in its unit. This systematic makes possible that more than 90% of the produced leather is traced until the Slaughterhouse of origin and the date of slaughter. [...] Every supplier slaughterhouse signs a declaration stating that the cattle purchased for slaughter does not come from farms that fit the items below:Farms located within the Amazon Biome, where the map can be accessed at the following link: https://geoftp.ibge.gov.br/informacoes_ambientais/estudos_ambientais/biomas/mapas/biomas_5000mil.pdf .Farms involved in slave labor, invasion of indigenous lands or protected areas.Farms that are included in IBAMA's embargo list ( www.ibama.gov.br )."
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        4/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Details of commitment: Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association

          Other workers' rights commitments: Only work legal working hours

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1
          "our suppliers, intermediary and final customers, representatives and employees must comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the country where operations are carried out and also seek to develop relationships with their own supply chains in accordance with the values ​​and principles established in this code of conduct. Workers, without distinction, have the right to join unions or form unions and participate in collective bargaining. The use of child labor or labor is prohibited. [...] There is no forced or involuntary labor. There must be no discrimination in hiring, remuneration, access to training, promotion, termination or retirement based on race, caste, national origin, religion, age, disability, gender, marital status, sexual preference, union membership or political affiliation. The confidentiality of information exchanged in the course of activities must be respected and never used for illegal purposes or individual gain. [...] Wages and Hours of Work must, at a minimum, be complied with in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, including, but not limited to, minimum wage, category floor, overtime and maximum hours permitted by the country in question. "
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "our suppliers, intermediary and final customers, representatives and employees must comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the country where operations are carried out and also seek to develop relationships with their own supply chains in accordance with the values ​​and principles established in this code of conduct. [...] There must be no discrimination in hiring, compensation, access to training, promotion, termination or retirement based on race, caste, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, marital status, sexual preference, union membership or political affiliation."
        • Commitment to remediation
          No
          0/1
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          No
          0/3
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          No
          0/3
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          No
          0/3
      • Implementation and Reporting
        9/56
        • Reporting proportion of compliant volumes
          0/0
        • Reporting is independently verified
          No
          0/2
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          No
          0/3
        • Deforestation cut off date
          No
          0/2
        • Collaborative actions
          No
          0/2
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          No
          0/2
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          " our suppliers, intermediate and final customers, representatives and employees must comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the country where operations are carried out and also seek to develop relationships with their own supply chains in accordance with the values ​​and principles established in this code of conduct. [...] AUDIT OR CONTRACT TERMINATION:The contracting company reserves the right to verify the supplier's or representative's compliance with this Code of Conduct. When verifications or audits show deficiencies in any of these areas, any one of them shall endeavor to implement a program within a reasonable time of improvement (repair) to bring it into compliance. The records of these operations must follow the procedures proposed by the quality management system. If any of the companies becomes aware of acts or conditions in disagreement with this Code of Conduct, it reserves the right to request corrective actions."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          Yes, publicly accessible grievance mechanism
          2/4
          Accessible grievance mechanism
          Yes, publicly accessible grievance mechanism
          2/4
          What is the nature of the grievance mechanism used by the company?: Own mechanism

          Which issues does the grievance mechanism cover?: Environmental
          "If you have any complaints, compliments or suggestions regarding the company Fuga Couros S/A in relation to the environment, fill in the form here and send it to us. All types of communication will be evaluated and subsequently responded to."
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting partial volumes
          2/3
          Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          Reporting partial volumes
          1.5/3
          Reporting certified/compliant volume: NA

          What product types/sectors is this in?: Leather

          Total volume: 1,000 hides a day

          Reporting non-certified/non-compliant volume: NA

          What is the non-DCF commodity volume sourced from known production areas, and proportion of total supply chain volume this represents?: NA
          [translation] "5 tanneries. Information about capabilities. For a.: This unit, located in the state of Mato Grosso, in the city of Várzea Grande, has a built-up area of 3,000m² and processes 1,000 hides/day."
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: NA

          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: NA

          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: audit
          [Translation] "AUDIT OR CONTRACT TERMINATION The contracting company reserves the right to verify the supplier's or representative's compliance with this Code of Conduct. When verifications or audits demonstrate deficiencies in any of these areas, any one of them should strive to implement a program, within a reasonable time of improvement (repair) so that it is in compliance. The records of these operations must follow the procedures proposed by the quality management system. Should any of the companies become aware of acts or conditions that do not comply with this Code of Conduct, it reserves the right to request corrective actions."
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Upstream: Impact assessments for land development/acquisition
          No
          0/4
        • Upstream: Reporting production/processing locations
          Reports location of company-owned processing facilities
          1/4
          Upstream: Reporting production/processing locations
          Reports location of company-owned processing facilities
          1/4
          In what country(ies) does the company operate and/or source material?: Tanneries are all in Brazil

          For what percent are boundaries (of holdings under conservation) disclosed?: 0%

          What is the total area (in ha) of natural ecosystem on land owned, managed, or controlled by the company?: NA

          In what jurisdiction(s)/subnational region does the company operate and/or source material?: Mato Grosso; Mato Grosso do Sul; Goiás; São Paulo; Rio Grande do Su

          What is the total land area owned, managed, or controlled by the company for the forest risk commodity?: NA

          What is the volume of each forest risk commodity that the company produced/processed/sourced in the previous year from each national or subnational location?: NA

          For what percent are point locations (of certified land holdings) disclosed?: 0%

          What is the area, in hectares of production units, on which non-DCF commodities are produced or processed, by country and jurisdiction: na

          For what percent are boundaries disclosed?: 0%

          What is the total area in production (in ha)?: na

          For what percent are boundaries (of certified land holdings) disclosed?: 0%

          For what percent are point locations (of land holdings and processing facilities) disclosed: 100% of tanneries

          What type of conservation designation and/or conservation status is used?: NA

          From what sub-national jurisdiction(s) does the company source material?: Mato Grosso; Mato Grosso do Sul; Goiás; São Paulo; Rio Grande do Su

          For what percent are point locations (of holdings under conservation) disclosed?: 0%

          What is the total area of land (in ha) that is available for future production, e.g. concessions?: na

          What types of ecosystems are these?: na
          They report the addresses of their 5 tanneries and their built area: "Várzea Grande – MT, Highway MT 351 – KM 3.5 CX Postal 94 – Capão Grande – CEP 78184-000 (3,000m²) Paranaíba – MS, Highway BR-158, Km 99, Vila Santo Antônio – CEP: 79500-000 (8,000m2) Jales – SP, Vitório Prandi Highway, Km 01 • CEP 15700-000 (13,000m2) Hidrolândia – GO, Highway BR-153, Km 1323.5 – Fazenda São Germano, Rural Area (8,000 m2_) Marau – RS, Rua José Fuga, nº 1155 • CEP 99150-000, (25,000m²)"
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          No
          0/4
        • Upstream: Monitor compliance of production/processing
          No
          0/4
        • Upstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          No engagement or exclusion
          0/2
          Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          No engagement or exclusion
          0/2
          Does the company commit to engage with rightsholders, Indigenous peoples and local communities when developing the implementation plan?: No
        • Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
    • Beef *
      14/90
      • Commitment Strength
        4/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          4/9.5
          • Commitment details
            Protects priority forests (including High Conservation Value, High Carbon Stock, and peatlands)
            2/6
            Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
            Protects priority forests (including High Conservation Value, High Carbon Stock, and peatlands)
            2/6
            When was this commitment set?: NA
            [Translation] "Every supplier slaughterhouse signs a declaration stating that the cattle purchased for slaughter does not come from farms that fit the items below: Farms located within the Amazon Biome"
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
            Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
            If no, what is excluded?: Location

            What subsidiaries are explicitly included?: NA

            What is the rationale for any exclusions?: Amazon Biome only

            What subsidiaries are explicitly excluded?: NA

            What percentage of commodity production/sourcing is excluded?: NA
            [Translation] "Every supplier slaughterhouse signs a declaration stating that the cattle purchased for slaughter does not come from farms that fit the items below: Farms located within the Amazon Biome"
          • Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            Target date
            Current/achieved
            1/1
            What actions or steps are identified for time-bound implementation?: No sourcing from Amazon Biome
            [Translation] "Every supplier slaughterhouse signs a declaration stating that the cattle purchased for slaughter does not come from farms that fit the items below: Farms located within the Amazon Biome"
          • Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            Interim target date
            NA (target date current or achieved or 2023)
            0.5/0.5
            What date is given for the interim milestone?: Current
            [Translation] "Every supplier slaughterhouse signs a declaration stating that the cattle purchased for slaughter does not come from farms that fit the items below: Farms located within the Amazon Biome"
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          0/7.5
          • Commitment details
            No traceability commitment
            0/4
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        4/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Details of commitment: Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1

          Other workers' rights commitments: Only work legal working hours
          "our suppliers, intermediary and final customers, representatives and employees must comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the country where operations are carried out and also seek to develop relationships with their own supply chains in accordance with the values ​​and principles established in this code of conduct. Workers, without distinction, have the right to join unions or form unions and participate in collective bargaining. The use of child labor or labor is prohibited. [...] There is no forced or involuntary labor. There must be no discrimination in hiring, remuneration, access to training, promotion, termination or retirement based on race, caste, national origin, religion, age, disability, gender, marital status, sexual preference, union membership or political affiliation. The confidentiality of information exchanged in the course of activities must be respected and never used for illegal purposes or individual gain. [...] Wages and Hours of Work must, at a minimum, be complied with in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, including, but not limited to, minimum wage, category floor, overtime and maximum hours permitted by the country in question. "
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "our suppliers, intermediary and final customers, representatives and employees must comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the country where operations are carried out and also seek to develop relationships with their own supply chains in accordance with the values ​​and principles established in this code of conduct. [...] There must be no discrimination in hiring, compensation, access to training, promotion, termination or retirement based on race, caste, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, marital status, sexual preference, union membership or political affiliation."
        • Commitment to remediation
          No
          0/1
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          No
          0/3
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          No
          0/3
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          No
          0/3
      • Implementation and Reporting
        7/56
        • Reporting is independently verified
          No
          0/2
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          No
          0/3
        • Deforestation cut off date
          No
          0/2
        • Collaborative actions
          No
          0/2
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          No
          0/2
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          " our suppliers, intermediate and final customers, representatives and employees must comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the country where operations are carried out and also seek to develop relationships with their own supply chains in accordance with the values ​​and principles established in this code of conduct. [...] AUDIT OR CONTRACT TERMINATION:The contracting company reserves the right to verify the supplier's or representative's compliance with this Code of Conduct. When verifications or audits show deficiencies in any of these areas, any one of them shall endeavor to implement a program within a reasonable time of improvement (repair) to bring it into compliance. The records of these operations must follow the procedures proposed by the quality management system. If any of the companies becomes aware of acts or conditions in disagreement with this Code of Conduct, it reserves the right to request corrective actions."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          Yes, publicly accessible grievance mechanism
          2/4
          Accessible grievance mechanism
          Yes, publicly accessible grievance mechanism
          2/4
          Which issues does the grievance mechanism cover?: Environmental

          What is the nature of the grievance mechanism used by the company?: Own mechanism
          "If you have any complaints, compliments or suggestions regarding the company Fuga Couros S/A in relation to the environment, fill in the form here and send it to us. All types of communication will be evaluated and subsequently responded to."
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          No reporting
          0/3
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: NA

          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: Internal audit

          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: NA
          [Translation] "AUDIT OR CONTRACT TERMINATION The contracting company reserves the right to verify the supplier's or representative's compliance with this Code of Conduct. When verifications or audits demonstrate deficiencies in any of these areas, any one of them should strive to implement a program, within a reasonable time of improvement (repair) so that it is in compliance. The records of these operations must follow the procedures proposed by the quality management system. Should any of the companies become aware of acts or conditions that do not comply with this Code of Conduct, it reserves the right to request corrective actions."
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Upstream: Impact assessments for land development/acquisition
          No
          0/4
        • Upstream: Reporting production/processing locations
          No disclosure
          0/4
        • Upstream: Monitor compliance of production/processing
          No
          0/4
        • Upstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
    • Pulp & Paper *
      10/90
      • Commitment Strength
        0/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          0/9.5
          • Commitment details
            No commitment
            0/6
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          0/7.5
          • Commitment details
            No traceability commitment
            0/4
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        4/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Details of commitment: Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association

          Other workers' rights commitments: Only work legal working hours

          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1
          "our suppliers, intermediary and final customers, representatives and employees must comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the country where operations are carried out and also seek to develop relationships with their own supply chains in accordance with the values ​​and principles established in this code of conduct. Workers, without distinction, have the right to join unions or form unions and participate in collective bargaining. The use of child labor or labor is prohibited. [...] There is no forced or involuntary labor. There must be no discrimination in hiring, remuneration, access to training, promotion, termination or retirement based on race, caste, national origin, religion, age, disability, gender, marital status, sexual preference, union membership or political affiliation. The confidentiality of information exchanged in the course of activities must be respected and never used for illegal purposes or individual gain. [...] Wages and Hours of Work must, at a minimum, be complied with in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, including, but not limited to, minimum wage, category floor, overtime and maximum hours permitted by the country in question. "
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "our suppliers, intermediary and final customers, representatives and employees must comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the country where operations are carried out and also seek to develop relationships with their own supply chains in accordance with the values ​​and principles established in this code of conduct. [...] There must be no discrimination in hiring, compensation, access to training, promotion, termination or retirement based on race, caste, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, marital status, sexual preference, union membership or political affiliation."
        • Commitment to remediation
          No
          0/1
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          No
          0/3
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          No
          0/3
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          No
          0/3
      • Implementation and Reporting
        7/56
        • Reporting is independently verified
          No
          0/2
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          No
          0/3
        • Deforestation cut off date
          No
          0/2
        • Collaborative actions
          No
          0/2
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          No
          0/2
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          "our suppliers, intermediate and final customers, representatives and employees must comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the country where operations are carried out and also seek to develop relationships with their own supply chains in accordance with the values ​​and principles established in this code of conduct. [...] AUDIT OR CONTRACT TERMINATION:The contracting company reserves the right to verify the supplier's or representative's compliance with this Code of Conduct. When verifications or audits show deficiencies in any of these areas, any one of them shall endeavor to implement a program within a reasonable time of improvement (repair) to bring it into compliance. The records of these operations must follow the procedures proposed by the quality management system. If any of the companies becomes aware of acts or conditions in disagreement with this Code of Conduct, it reserves the right to request corrective actions."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          Yes, publicly accessible grievance mechanism
          2/4
          Accessible grievance mechanism
          Yes, publicly accessible grievance mechanism
          2/4
          What is the nature of the grievance mechanism used by the company?: Own mechanism

          Which issues does the grievance mechanism cover?: Environmental
          "If you have any complaints, compliments or suggestions regarding the company Fuga Couros S/A in relation to the environment, fill in the form here and send it to us. All types of communication will be evaluated and subsequently responded to."
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          No reporting
          0/3
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: na

          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: audit

          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: na
          [Translation] "AUDIT OR CONTRACT TERMINATION The contracting company reserves the right to verify the supplier's or representative's compliance with this Code of Conduct. When verifications or audits demonstrate deficiencies in any of these areas, any one of them should strive to implement a program, within a reasonable time of improvement (repair) so that it is in compliance. The records of these operations must follow the procedures proposed by the quality management system. Should any of the companies become aware of acts or conditions that do not comply with this Code of Conduct, it reserves the right to request corrective actions."
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Downstream: Reporting suppliers
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Monitor compliance in supply chain
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
        • Downstream: Engagement with non-compliant suppliers
          No engagement or exclusion
          0/2
        • Downstream: Disclosure of non-compliant suppliers
          No disclosure
          0/2
    • Soy *
      10/90
      • Commitment Strength
        0/17
        • Commodity-specific deforestation commitment
          0/9.5
          • Commitment details
            No commitment
            0/6
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
        • Commitment to a traceable supply chain
          0/7.5
          • Commitment details
            No traceability commitment
            0/4
          • Commitment applies to all regions, suppliers and operation
            No
            0/2
          • Target date
            Post 2050 or no target date
            0/1
          • Interim target date
            No
            0/0.5
      • Associated Human Rights Abuses
        4/17
        • Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          Labour rights in the supply chain
          Yes
          3/3
          How far back in the supply chain does this commitment apply?: Tier 1

          Other workers' rights commitments: Only work legal working hours

          Details of commitment: Discrimination; Forced labour; Child labour; Freedom of association
          "our suppliers, intermediary and final customers, representatives and employees must comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the country where operations are carried out and also seek to develop relationships with their own supply chains in accordance with the values ​​and principles established in this code of conduct. Workers, without distinction, have the right to join unions or form unions and participate in collective bargaining. The use of child labor or labor is prohibited. [...] There is no forced or involuntary labor. There must be no discrimination in hiring, remuneration, access to training, promotion, termination or retirement based on race, caste, national origin, religion, age, disability, gender, marital status, sexual preference, union membership or political affiliation. The confidentiality of information exchanged in the course of activities must be respected and never used for illegal purposes or individual gain. [...] Wages and Hours of Work must, at a minimum, be complied with in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, including, but not limited to, minimum wage, category floor, overtime and maximum hours permitted by the country in question. "
        • Inclusion of small-scale farmers
          No
          0/2
        • Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          1/2
          Gender equality in the supply chain
          Commitment to address gender related labour rights including discrimination and harassment
          0.5/2
          "our suppliers, intermediary and final customers, representatives and employees must comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the country where operations are carried out and also seek to develop relationships with their own supply chains in accordance with the values ​​and principles established in this code of conduct. [...] There must be no discrimination in hiring, compensation, access to training, promotion, termination or retirement based on race, caste, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, marital status, sexual preference, union membership or political affiliation. "
        • Commitment to remediation
          No
          0/1
        • Commitment to test Free, Prior and Informed Consent
          No
          0/3
        • Commitment to respect customary rights to land, resources, and territory
          No
          0/3
        • Zero-tolerance approach to violence and threats
          No
          0/3
      • Implementation and Reporting
        7/56
        • Reporting is independently verified
          No
          0/2
        • Suppliers aligned with deforestation commitments across supply chain
          No
          0/3
        • Deforestation cut off date
          No
          0/2
        • Collaborative actions
          No
          0/2
        • Jurisdictional approach focused on sustainable land use
          No
          0/2
        • Risk assessments for forest risk
          No
          0/2
        • Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          Operations assessed to comply with law
          Yes
          2/2
          " our suppliers, intermediate and final customers, representatives and employees must comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the country where operations are carried out and also seek to develop relationships with their own supply chains in accordance with the values ​​and principles established in this code of conduct. [...] AUDIT OR CONTRACT TERMINATION:The contracting company reserves the right to verify the supplier's or representative's compliance with this Code of Conduct. When verifications or audits show deficiencies in any of these areas, any one of them shall endeavor to implement a program within a reasonable time of improvement (repair) to bring it into compliance. The records of these operations must follow the procedures proposed by the quality management system. If any of the companies becomes aware of acts or conditions in disagreement with this Code of Conduct, it reserves the right to request corrective actions."
        • Accessible grievance mechanism
          Yes, publicly accessible grievance mechanism
          2/4
          Accessible grievance mechanism
          Yes, publicly accessible grievance mechanism
          2/4
          Which issues does the grievance mechanism cover?: Environmental

          What is the nature of the grievance mechanism used by the company?: Own mechanism
          "If you have any complaints, compliments or suggestions regarding the company Fuga Couros S/A in relation to the environment, fill in the form here and send it to us. All types of communication will be evaluated and subsequently responded to."
        • Report volumes of commodity sourced/used
          No reporting
          0/3
        • Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          3/5
          Monitor compliance for labour rights and FPIC
          Yes, and publishes evidence of actions taken to implement its commitment on labour rights in the production or primary processing operations that it owns, manages or otherwise controls or its supply chains
          2.5/5
          What percentage/number of new interests, developments, or expansions has the company used FPIC to secure consent of indigenous peoples/local communities?: NA

          What is the status of those FPIC processes?: NA

          What steps has the company taken to implement their labour rights commitment?: Audit
          [Translation] "AUDIT OR CONTRACT TERMINATION The contracting company reserves the right to verify the supplier's or representative's compliance with this Code of Conduct. When verifications or audits demonstrate deficiencies in any of these areas, any one of them should strive to implement a program, within a reasonable time of improvement (repair) so that it is in compliance. The records of these operations must follow the procedures proposed by the quality management system. Should any of the companies become aware of acts or conditions that do not comply with this Code of Conduct, it reserves the right to request corrective actions."
        • Monitor compliance for zero tolerance approach and customary rights
          No
          0/5
        • Upstream: Impact assessments for land development/acquisition
          No
          0/4
        • Upstream: Reporting production/processing locations
          No disclosure
          0/4
        • Upstream: Monitor compliance of production/processing
          No
          0/4
        • Upstream: Reporting hectares of deforestation
          No
          0/4
  • * commodity scores for which a company is not a powerbroker are given half the weighting of other commodities in total scores

  • Commitment strength
    3/17
    Avg. score
  • Implementation and Reporting
    8/56
    Avg. score
  • Associated Human Rights Abuses
    4/17
    Avg. score

Profile

Fuga Couros S/A is a Brazilian leather manufacturer engaging in the production and marketing of hides and skins. The company also operates in cattle-breeding and slaughterhouses. Fuga Couros S/A is selected as a powerbroker for leather and is also assessed for its exposure to soy, beef and paper packaging.

Sector
Industry sector 
Agricultural Products, Paper Packaging, Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods
Segments
Producer, Trader, Processor
HQ
HQ 
Brazil
Company Type
Company type 
CO
Collective Commitments
Consumer Goods Forum member
New York Declaration on Forests signatory

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