Hermès // 2022 UNIVERSAL REGISTRATION DOCUMENT

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND NON ટ FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE THE PLANET: RAW MATERIALS

2.4 THE PLANET: RAW MATERIALS

Sustainable development at Hermès is based on exceptional raw materials, from renewable natural sources, which enable it to create long‑lasting objects. The materials are obtained with a determination to control their environmental footprint and used with respect by optimising their usage. More broadly, Hermès is committed to sustainably developing its supply chains, by going beyond compliance with environmental, ethical and social regulations, and contributing to the future availability of these resources. Lastly, Hermès is committed to measuring its impacts on biodiversity and taking action to preserve it.

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Introduction Hermès’ flagship materials – leather, silk, cashmere and wood – are all natural, renewable and obtained in such a way as to minimise their footprint. The model and values of craftsmanship guiding the House have always promoted the careful and respectful use of these rare and precious materials. Craftspeople take great care not to waste resources, to use only what they need and to optimise the use of materials. Naturally, the Hermès Group does not use materials or species that are threatened with extinction or are sold illegally. Recycled materials are increasingly used in manufacturing. In all métiers , channels are also identified to recover and recycle manufacturing offcuts, in addition to the emblematic activities of petit h, a pioneer in this area since 2010. The materials are selected and supplied in each of the métiers within the framework of a rigorous process set out in the “ supply chain brief ” and detailed in technical specifications, complying with regulations, respecting biodiversity and best practices, in the constant quest for the highest quality and ethical integrity. These supply chain briefs are intended for all suppliers and manufacturers involved in supplying Hermès métiers . They are also accessible on the Group’s corporate website. For decades, the House’s approach has been to ensure it has in‑depth knowledge of its supply chains, to share its requirements with its suppliers (often long‑standing partners) and to develop them to achieve the highest quality and thus prepare for future growth. The creation of Hermès objects depends on a quality ecosystem, able to provide it with exceptional materials. It is therefore fundamental for the sustainability of Hermès’ business model to respect and protect biodiversity, and to implement science‑based objectives in its direct and extended sphere of responsibility. For the Group, this involves voluntarily engaging beyond the sphere of influence and aligning its action plans with international standards such as SBTN (Science‑Based Targets for Nature) or TNFD (Taskforce on Nature‑Related Financial Disclosures) .

MAIN COMMITMENTS OF THE PLANET PILLAR: RAW MATERIALS

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100% non-mined gold and silver in all our products

100% of suppliers aligned with the CSR brief and the supply chain brief

100% of single-use plastics eliminated

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100% of unsold items recycled or donated (France)

Monitor the Group’s biodiversity footprint on its main value chains and implement action plans

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100% of unsold items recycled or donated (globally)

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In 2022, the Group made progress the main issues relating to materials, with the aim of making a long‑term difference through structural improvements with a steady and significant impact. Among these, the selected elements below are particularly illustrative of the year for this section: enrichment of all supply chain briefs (12 new materials integrated, 62 in total); s implementation of the LCA approach in the House’s emblematic product métiers ; s exploration of new materials, such as the Victoria bag in “Fine Mycelium” made using biotechnology (mushrooms) or Vulcanium (recycled leather); s TM operational implementation of the “zero destruction” objective for unsold items in France (Agec law); s rollout of the CSR self‑assessment questionnaire to suppliers; s renewal audit for the third period of RJC COP (“Code of practices”) certification; s the Hermès Horloger workshops producing the watch cases and dials obtained RJC COC (“Chain of Custody”) certification; s Inclusion in CDP A List (ranking A on CDP Water and A- on CDP Climate); s strengthening of internal biodiversity awareness‑raising actions. s

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