Niobium and tantalum raw materials can contain low levels of the radioactive elements thorium (Th) and uranium (U), leading to them being classified as naturally occurring radioactive materials (NORM). International
The Tantalum-Niobium International Study Center (T.I.C.) outlines Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas (CAHRAs) as regions impacted by armed conflict, weak governance, and human rights violations. Adhering to OECD and EU guidelines,
The Tantalum-Niobium International Study Center (T.I.C.) defines the “Supply Chain” as encompassing all aspects related to the responsible sourcing of tantalum minerals, with a particular focus on due diligence, especially