Apple is committed to responsible sourcing, and working to ensure that the minerals in its products do not finance armed conflict is an important part of its dedication to operate a responsible supply chain. As of December 31, 2015, after five years of devoted effort, 100% of the identified smelters and refiners in Apple’s supply chain for current products were participating in an independent third party conflict minerals audit (“Third Party Audit”) program. Apple believes that this effort has driven awareness and improved sourcing practices across a wide base of smelters and refiners that supply the industry well beyond Apple.