The Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) is the international agreement preventing conflict diamonds from entering the mainstream rough diamond market. This guide covers compliance requirements, documentation procedures and best practices for buyers and sellers.
KPCS compliance requires that every rough diamond shipment crossing an international border be accompanied by a Kimberley Process Certificate issued by the participating government. The certificate confirms that the diamonds are from non-conflict sources.
Buyers must verify the authenticity of KPCS certificates, confirm the exporting country's participation in the scheme and maintain records of all rough diamond transactions. Due diligence on upstream suppliers is essential to demonstrate compliance.
AL AIN METALS sources rough diamonds only from KPCS-certified origins. We verify supplier compliance, confirm certificate authenticity and maintain comprehensive transaction records to support buyer compliance requirements.