EU Critical Raw Materials Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1252)
The EU Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA), entered into force May 2024, establishes a framework for ensuring a secure and sustainable supply of critical and strategic raw materials essential for the EU's green and digital transitions. It sets benchmarks for domestic extraction (10%), processing (40%), and recycling (25%), diversification targets (no more than 65% from single third country), and mandatory supply chain due diligence for large companies.
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Framework Domains (2)
Supply Chain Security
Customs security and risk management
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| AEO-SC-1 | Cargo Security |
| AEO-SC-2 | Conveyance Security |
| AEO-SC-3 | Premises Security |
| AEO-SC-4 | Trading Partner Security |
| CTPAT-SCS-01 | Physical Security |
| CTPAT-SCS-02 | Personnel Security |
| CTPAT-SCS-03 | Conveyance and Cargo Security |
| EU-CHIPS-SUP-01 | Supply Chain Monitoring |
| EU-CHIPS-SUP-02 | Crisis Assessment and Response |
| EU-CHIPS-SUP-03 | International Partnerships |
| EU-CRMA-SUP-01 | Strategic Benchmarks |
| EU-CRMA-SUP-02 | Strategic Projects Recognition |
| EU-CRMA-SUP-03 | Supply Chain Monitoring |
| NIS2-IA-7 | Supply Chain Security Policy |
| NIS2-IA-8 | Supplier Security Assessment |
| NRF-4 | Supply Chain Risk Identification |
| NRF-5 | Third-Party Partner Standards |
| NRF-6 | Vendor Risk Management |
| UKTSA-SC-01 | Supply Chain Risk Assessment |
| UKTSA-SC-02 | High-Risk Vendor Restrictions |
| UKTSA-SC-03 | Vendor Diversification |
| UKTSA-SC-04 | Third-Party Access Controls |
| WCO-SAFE-SCS-01 | Advance Electronic Information |
| WCO-SAFE-SCS-02 | Risk Management |
| WCO-SAFE-SCS-03 | Non-Intrusive Inspection |
Sustainability and Due Diligence
Recycling, circularity, and corporate obligations
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| EU-CRMA-SUS-01 | Recycling and Circularity |
| EU-CRMA-SUS-02 | Corporate Due Diligence |
| EU-CRMA-SUS-03 | Sustainability Standards |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is EU Critical Raw Materials Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1252)?
EU Critical Raw Materials Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1252) is a compliance framework from European Union with 2 domains and 28 controls. The EU Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA), entered into force May 2024, establishes a framework for ensuring a secure and sustainable supply of critical and strategic raw materials essential for the EU's green and digital transitions. It sets benchmarks for domestic extraction (10%), processing (40%), and recycling (25%), diversification targets (no more than 65% from single third country), and mandatory supply chain due diligence for large companies. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does EU Critical Raw Materials Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1252) have?
EU Critical Raw Materials Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1252) has 28 controls organised across 2 domains. The largest domains are Supply Chain Security (25 controls), Sustainability and Due Diligence (3 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does EU Critical Raw Materials Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1252) map to?
EU Critical Raw Materials Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1252) maps to 545 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are NIST SP 800-171A Rev 3 — Assessing CUI Security Requirements (43% coverage), EBA Guidelines on ICT and Security Risk Management (EBA/GL/2019/04) (39% coverage), CFTC System Safeguards (17 CFR 37, 38, 39, 49) (39% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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