Udaipur, November 13, 2024 — On the occasion of World Quality Day, Hindustan Zinc Limited, India’s largest and the world’s second-largest integrated zinc producer, reiterated its unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality products and fostering innovation. The company’s extensive portfolio, which includes vital minerals such as zinc, lead, and silver, is certified to meet the highest international standards. Hindustan Zinc, as the first Indian company in the zinc and lead industry to earn certification from the esteemed National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories, adheres to global benchmarks for quality and reliability.
Certified to International Standards: A Commitment to Global Excellence
Hindustan Zinc’s zinc and lead products are registered with the London Metal Exchange (LME), which serves as a testament to their international quality standards. Furthermore, the company’s dedication to 99.99% pure silver production and responsible raw material sourcing has earned it certification from the London Bullion Metal Association (LBMA), a prestigious mark of quality in global standards. This dual recognition by LME and LBMA is a proud affirmation of Hindustan Zinc’s leadership in producing metals that not only meet but often exceed international quality benchmarks.
REACH Certification: Ensuring Global Safety and Sustainability Standards
Hindustan Zinc holds REACH certification, a vital requirement for exporting products to the European Union. This certification underscores that Hindustan Zinc’s products align with stringent safety, health, and environmental standards across all 27 EU member states. By adhering to such high standards domestically and internationally, Hindustan Zinc assures its stakeholders that its products—whether in India, Europe, or other developed markets—reflect a consistent and uncompromised level of quality and safety.
Advanced Technology and Research-Driven Excellence
Achieving these quality milestones requires substantial investments in state-of-the-art technology, advanced processes, and dedicated research and development. Hindustan Zinc leverages cutting-edge technology in metal manufacturing to ensure a refined level of quality, utilizing innovations and advanced research to refine products continuously. This pursuit of excellence empowers Hindustan Zinc’s customers to produce high-quality end products that are integral to sectors like infrastructure, steel, automotive, renewable energy, battery technology, and electric vehicles—industries experiencing rapid demand growth.
Environmental Product Declaration: Global Validation of Environmental Standards
Hindustan Zinc has also attained an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for its wide range of zinc products, marking the company as a global leader in transparency and environmental responsibility. The EPD provides independent verification that offers clear and comparable information about the lifecycle environmental impacts of products, an essential standard for industries aiming to prioritize sustainability. The EPD for Hindustan Zinc aligns with ISO 14025:2006 and EN 15804:2012 A2:2019, with a comprehensive lifecycle assessment (LCA) conducted in accordance with ISO 14040 and ISO 14044. This lifecycle assessment provides a holistic view of the environmental impact across all stages, from manufacturing and product use to the end-of-life phase.
CEO’s Vision for Quality and Economic Competitiveness
Arun Misra, CEO of Hindustan Zinc, remarked on the transformative journey that Indian companies have undertaken since the economic liberalization of the 1990s. By embracing ISO 9000 standards, Indian companies have demonstrated their competitiveness in global quality benchmarks and cost-efficiency. “India is establishing itself as a global manufacturing powerhouse, with quality becoming the centerpiece of India’s manufacturing aspirations. For Hindustan Zinc, customer satisfaction is at the heart of our efforts, and our commitment to excellence in products and services grows stronger. On this World Quality Day, we reaffirm our commitment to total quality management in every aspect of our business, from production to the strictest standards, providing our customers with a distinct competitive edge and unmatched value at every step.”
Product Excellence and Innovation to Meet Dynamic Market Needs
Hindustan Zinc’s portfolio offers one of the world’s most diverse ranges of zinc products, demonstrating the company’s dedication to customer collaboration to meet specific and evolving needs. The company produces Special High-Grade Zinc, High-Grade Zinc, Prime Western Zinc, Low Dross Special High-Grade Jumbo Zinc, Continuous Galvanizing Grade Zinc, Hindustan Zinc Die Casting Alloy 3, Hindustan Zinc Die Casting Alloy 5, Refined Lead, and Silver, continually innovating to deliver products that meet unique specifications. Hindustan Zinc’s customer-centric approach drives ongoing product innovation, backed by the Center of Excellence, where the company collaborates with clients to tackle emerging challenges through advanced research and technological expertise.
Global Presence with an Unwavering Commitment to Sustainability
With a presence in over 40 countries across Europe, South America, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East, Hindustan Zinc is committed to delivering world-class quality products globally. As a Vedanta Group company, Hindustan Zinc stands as the world’s second-largest integrated zinc producer and the third-largest silver producer, underlining its prominence in the global metal and mining industry.
Recognized as the Most Sustainable Company in the Metals and Mining Sector
In 2023, Hindustan Zinc was recognized as the world’s most sustainable company in the metals and mining category by the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment. This honor reflects Hindustan Zinc’s dedication to operational excellence, innovation, and industry-leading Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. Demonstrating its commitment to a low-carbon future, Hindustan Zinc launched Asia’s first low-carbon green zinc brand, EcoZinc, which has a carbon footprint of less than 1 ton per ton of zinc produced, approximately 75% lower than the global average. The company’s focus on sustainable practices has made it a certified 2.41-times water-positive company, with a goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 or sooner.
Driving Global Energy Transition with Essential Metals
Hindustan Zinc’s role in the global energy transition is critical, as it provides essential metals required for a sustainable future. The company is a key contributor to the supply chain for vital metals necessary for the green energy transition, thus holding a pivotal role in advancing global efforts to achieve carbon neutrality. As an acknowledged leader in the metal and mining sector, Hindustan Zinc is shaping a sustainable future with forward-looking practices that reinforce its position as a strategic partner in the global energy shift.
As the world celebrates World Quality Day, Hindustan Zinc continues to embody excellence in every aspect of its operations. From manufacturing to delivering unparalleled quality and reliability, Hindustan Zinc is dedicated to building a sustainable, quality-driven future in partnership with its customers and stakeholders worldwide.
