The Conseil Hévéa-Palmier à huile-Coco (CHPC) in Côte d'Ivoire plans to reassess its rubber supply mechanism and strengthen regulation. According to Edmond Coulibaly, the CHPC's director-general, this decision comes after five months of implementing a new policy that sets limits on bonuses paid to suppliers. The policy was introduced in May 2026, and its implementation will be reviewed at a meeting with key stakeholders.
The meeting, which took place at the Palm Club hotel in Abidjan, brought together major players in the rubber industry to evaluate the effectiveness of the new policy and address any challenges. Coulibaly stated that the policy aimed to organize the industry's supply chain, but its implementation has been marred by non-compliance from some operators. As a result, the CHPC is considering adjustments to the mechanism to ensure a more stable and equitable supply chain.
One of the main issues with the current policy is the proliferation of private collection points and unofficial scales, which has led to irregularities in the supply chain. Some operators have reported paying higher bonuses and transport fees than allowed, undermining the policy's objectives. The CHPC aims to address these issues by introducing a new transport differential and strengthening controls on operators.
The CHPC plans to maintain a maximum bonus of 10 FCFA on all scales, while exploring ways to improve the remuneration and logistics costs of intermediaries. The organization also wants to introduce special treatment for production cooperatives, which may have limited financial resources. This move aims to ensure that all stakeholders in the supply chain are treated fairly and can operate sustainably.
Industry stakeholders have welcomed the CHPC's initiative to review and adjust the policy. Charles-Emmanuel Yacé, president of the Association des professionnels du caoutchouc naturel de Côte d'Ivoire (APROMAC), emphasized the importance of respecting the rules and regulations set by the CHPC. Lamine Sanogo, president of the usiniers, also called for consensus and fairness in the application of the rules.
The CHPC has warned that operators found to be non-compliant with the new regulations may face immediate suspension of their export and purchase activities. The organization aims to establish a fair and transparent system that benefits all stakeholders in the industry. By strengthening regulation and adjusting the supply mechanism, the CHPC hopes to ensure the long-term sustainability of the rubber industry in Côte d'Ivoire.
The outcome of the meeting is expected to be a revised mechanism for rubber supply that balances the interests of producers, processors, and intermediaries. The CHPC's goal is to create a stable and equitable supply chain that promotes the growth and development of the industry. The revised mechanism will be based on consultations with stakeholders and will aim to address the challenges facing the industry.
Key points
- The CHPC plans to maintain a maximum bonus of 10 FCFA on all scales.
- The organization aims to introduce special treatment for production cooperatives.
- Non-compliant operators may face immediate suspension of their export and purchase activities.
