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Protecting human rights across supply chains

At Acomo, we rely on the work of many people to bring our products to customers – from smallholder farmers and field workers to those in processing, packaging, and transport. Human rights are fundamental. Wherever Acomo sources ingredients, the company ensures people are treated fairly, work under safe conditions and have their rights respected.

Supporting better outcomes for everyone

Acomo doesn’t always have direct control over every supply chain step, but this doesn’t diminish the duty to act. Products are linked to vulnerable workers’ lives and livelihoods. The company aims to source responsibly and uses its supply chain position to support better outcomes for workers and communities. Customers count on Acomo as a trusted supplier who takes responsible sourcing seriously through maintaining high standards, identifying risks, and working with partners to continuously improve conditions.

Safe & fair labour

Acomo promotes safe working conditions and fair labour across supply chains. Millions of people help bring our ingredients to market. We work to protect their rights, especially in vulnerable communities. Through risk-based due diligence, certification, and local partnerships, we promote fair labour and aim to prevent harm, fostering dignity, equity, and resilience throughout our supply chains.

Commitment and approach

Acomo’s human rights approach is grounded in internationally recognized frameworks including the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, ILO Fundamental Principles, and OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises. The company delivers continuous improvement through due diligence, transparency, and collaboration.

Our targets include 100% Supplier Code of Conduct coverage by 2030, 100% high-risk supplier audits by 2030, and expanded due diligence in high-risk commodities and regions to strengthen protection throughout our supply chains.

"We use our influence to protect people throughout our supply chains."

Speak up!

The SPEAK UP! platform offers confidential reporting channels accessible on all Acomo websites as part of the broader whistleblower mechanism.
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Partnering for change

Acomo works with global initiatives including Rainforest Alliance, Fairtrade, and Sustainable Spices Initiative. Together with suppliers, customers and partners, the company builds a future where human rights and business thrive.

Projects in action: 

Improving livelihoods 

In Sierra Leone, Tradin Organic worked with ChildFund to address child labour in cocoa communities, establishing Savings and Loan Associations across 57 villages and enabling hundreds of children to attend school.

With a new 3-year grant in 2024, Tradin Organic is improving working conditions for women and youth in Indonesia’s coconut sugar production through cleaner stove technology and safer harvesting methods.

Catz International partnered with the Dutch Spice Association on child labour prevention projects in Nigeria’s ginger supply chain and Philippines coconut sourcing.

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