Kimberley Process Certificate (KPC) for Diamond Trade

What is the Kimberley Process Certificate (KPC)?

The Kimberley Process Certificate (KPC) is a mandatory certification for the import and export of rough diamonds. It is issued under the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS), an international initiative to prevent the trade of conflict diamonds (also known as blood diamonds)—diamonds mined in war zones and used to fund armed conflicts.

📌 Issued By: Government-authorized Kimberley Process (KP) offices in member countries
📌 Regulated By: Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS)
📌 Purpose: Prevents trade in conflict diamonds and ensures ethical sourcing

Who Needs a Kimberley Process Certificate?

✅ Exporters of Rough Diamonds – Required for customs clearance.
✅ Importers of Rough Diamonds – To legally bring rough diamonds into a country.
✅ Diamond Traders & Dealers – Ensures diamonds are conflict-free.
✅ Jewelry Manufacturers & Retailers – Helps maintain ethical supply chains.

Products Requiring a Kimberley Process Certificate

🔹 Rough Diamonds – Uncut, unpolished diamonds.
🔹 Diamond Ore & Unprocessed Diamond Materials – Directly mined materials.

💎 Note: Polished & cut diamonds do NOT require a Kimberley Process Certificate, as KPCS applies only to rough diamonds.

(Check KPCS website: www.kimberleyprocess.com for full details.)

Benefits of the Kimberley Process Certification

✅ Prevents the Trade of Conflict Diamonds
✅ Ensures Ethical Diamond Sourcing
✅ Mandatory for Import & Export of Rough Diamonds
✅ Increases Trust in the Diamond Industry
✅ Helps in Customs Clearance & Legal Trade

How to Obtain a Kimberley Process Certificate?

📌 Apply through the Kimberley Process Authority in your country

Application Process

1️⃣ Submit an Application – Provide business details and diamond shipment information.
2️⃣ Diamond Inspection & Verification – Government authorities inspect the diamonds.
3️⃣ Issuance of the KPC – If the diamonds comply, the government issues a tamper-proof Kimberley Process Certificate.
4️⃣ Customs Clearance & Export – KPC must accompany the diamond shipment.

Documents Required for Kimberley Process Certification

📜 Company Registration Certificate & GST Details – Business proof.
📜 Invoice & Packing List for Rough Diamonds – Details of shipment.
📜 Certificate of Origin of Diamonds – Proof of ethical mining.
📜 Import/Export License (if required by the country) – Trade authorization.
📜 Customs Declaration Documents – For international shipments.

Why is the Kimberley Process Certificate Important for Import & Export?

✅ Legally Required for Rough Diamond Trade in Over 85 Countries
✅ Prevents the Trade of Conflict Diamonds
✅ Ensures Ethical Business Practices in the Diamond Industry
✅ Facilitates Smooth International Trade & Customs Clearance
✅ Enhances Global Market Credibility & Consumer Trust