Supplier Code of Conduct
Our Expectations
At Zilvra925, we believe that beautiful jewelry should never come at the cost of human dignity or environmental harm. This Supplier Code of Conduct outlines the standards that all suppliers, vendors, and partners of Sandeep Enterprises must meet. By doing business with us, you agree to uphold these principles in every aspect of your operations.
We are a certified jewelry brand — BIS Hallmark (HM/C-8890238712), GIA Client (#300301164319), GST registered (09BPBPS7023E1ZX), and IEC certified (BPBPS7023E) — and we expect our partners to share our commitment to integrity, transparency, and ethical practices.
Labor Standards
We insist on fair and respectful treatment of all workers in our supply chain:
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Standard |
Requirement |
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Child Labor |
No child labor. Minimum age is 15 or the local school-leaving age, whichever is higher. |
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Forced Labor |
No forced, bonded, involuntary, or trafficked labor of any kind. |
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Fair Wages |
Wages must meet or exceed the local minimum wage and comply with legal requirements. |
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Working Hours |
Maximum 48 hours per week. Overtime must be voluntary and properly compensated. |
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Freedom of Association |
Respect for workers’ rights to organize and bargain collectively. |
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Non-Discrimination |
No discrimination based on race, gender, religion, age, disability, or national origin. |
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No Harassment |
Zero tolerance for harassment, abuse, or intimidation of any kind. |
Health and Safety
Suppliers must provide safe, healthy working conditions that comply with all applicable laws and regulations:
• Safe and healthy physical working environments with adequate ventilation, lighting, and temperature control.
• Comprehensive training on safety procedures and hazard prevention.
• Access to clean drinking water and sanitary facilities.
• Clearly marked emergency exits, fire safety equipment, and evacuation procedures.
• Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) provided at no cost to workers.
• Regular safety inspections and maintenance of equipment.
Environmental Responsibility
As a brand that works with lab-grown diamonds and recycled sterling silver, we care deeply about environmental stewardship. Our suppliers must:
• Comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations.
• Make genuine efforts to minimize waste, emissions, and environmental impact.
• Use natural resources responsibly and efficiently.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Show preference for recycled, sustainable, and eco-friendly materials wherever possible.
Business Integrity
We conduct our business with the highest standards of integrity and expect the same from our partners:
• No Bribery or Corruption: Zero tolerance for bribery, kickbacks, or corrupt practices.
• Accurate Records: Complete, accurate, and transparent record-keeping.
• Intellectual Property: Respect for all intellectual property rights.
• Confidentiality: Protection of confidential business information shared between parties.
• Fair Competition: Compliance with all applicable competition and antitrust laws.
Material Traceability
Traceability is critical to ensuring ethical sourcing:
• All materials supplied to Zilvra925 must be traceable to their original source.
• Conflict-free sourcing is mandatory for all metals and gemstones.
• Suppliers must maintain documentation of their supply chain for audit purposes.
• Any changes to the supply chain must be disclosed immediately and in writing.
• We require transparency about the origin of 925 sterling silver and lab-grown diamonds.
Monitoring and Compliance
To ensure adherence to this code:
• Zilvra925 reserves the right to audit suppliers with reasonable advance notice.
• Suppliers found in violation will be required to implement corrective action plans.
• Serious or repeated violations may result in termination of the business relationship.
• All suppliers must complete an annual self-assessment confirming compliance with this code.
Reporting Violations
We encourage anyone in our supply chain to report violations of this code:
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Reporting Method |
Details |
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zilvra925@gmail.com |
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Confidentiality |
All reports are handled confidentially |
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No Retaliation |
No retaliation against anyone who reports in good faith |
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Investigation |
All reports are investigated promptly and thoroughly |
If you are a worker or supplier who wishes to report a concern, please email us at the address above. Your identity will be protected to the fullest extent possible.
Scope
This Supplier Code of Conduct applies to all direct suppliers of Sandeep Enterprises (Zilvra925). We strongly encourage our indirect suppliers and subcontractors to adopt similar standards. We reserve the right to update this code as ethical and industry standards evolve.
Our Commitment
Sandeep Sharma, Proprietor of Sandeep Enterprises, commits to upholding this Supplier Code of Conduct in all business operations and expects the same unwavering commitment from every partner in our supply chain. Together, we can ensure that every piece of Zilvra925 jewelry is crafted with integrity from source to customer.
For questions about this code or to discuss partnership opportunities, please contact us at zilvra925@gmail.com or write to us at 27B Akhilesh Tower, Hariparwat, Agra, UP 282001, India.