Cybersecurity: Protecting yourself from fraud
The security of our customers, partners, and the public is our top priority.
Imerys has become aware of an increase in fraudulent activities (including emails, websites, and documents) that illegally use the Imerys brand, logo, and employee names. These scams often involve typo-squatting (using fake, similar domain names) and phishing (pressure to reveal sensitive info) to trick recipients.
Please be vigilant. Use the guidelines below to verify any communication and protect yourself from financial loss and identity theft.
Our official digital presence
To ensure you are dealing with the genuine Imerys entity, please verify the email domain and/or URL against the following official channels:
- Official Corporate Website: https://www.imerys.com
- Official Employee Email Domain: @imerys.com (e.g., john.smith@imerys.com)
- Official Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/company/imerys
IMPORTANT: If you receive an email from a domain that looks close but does not end with the exact spelling “@imerys.com” (or “@emili.imerys.com” for our French Lithium project), it is likely a fraud attempt. Do not reply, click on any links, or open attachments.
Specific legal entities or holding companies related to Imerys will NOT contact you separately outside of the main “imerys.com” email domain — for example legal entities Mircal, Imerys Services, etc.
Fraudulent recruitment and job offers
Please be aware of fake job postings or recruitment offers impersonating Imerys. These scammers often ask for fees, personal data, or banking information as part of a "hiring process."
- Official Recruitment: All legitimate Imerys job postings are listed in our website Careers section here, in this dedicated Workday listing, and through official partners or LinkedIn channels.
- Never Pay a Fee: Imerys never asks for money or payment from a job candidate at any stage of the recruitment process.
Recognizing and avoiding fraudulent communications
Fraudulent attempts often share common characteristics. Please be suspicious of any communication that exhibits the following:
| Type of fraud | What to look for | Our official policy |
| Email Spoofing & Phishing | Unexpected emails about urgent payments, account changes, or unusual requests for confidential information. | Imerys will never ask you to change bank details via an unsolicited email or document. |
| Fake Websites & Typo-Squatting | A website or email address domain that is very similar but not identical to our official domain (e.g., imeryss.com, imeryscorp.com, imeris.com, imery.co). | Verify the Domain: Our only official, globally recognized domain is @imerys.com. |
| Invoice & Payment Fraud | Unsolicited documents (invoices, contracts) that contain new or different banking information from what you have on file. | Always verify any change to payment instructions directly with your known Imerys contact using a previously established and trusted phone number. |
| Unusual Tone or Urgency | Communication that uses poor grammar, formatting errors, or creates a high sense of urgency to bypass standard verification processes. | We use professional communication and adhere to standard business timelines. |
Action Steps: What to do if you suspect fraud
If you receive a suspicious communication, please take these steps immediately:
- DO NOT reply, click on any embedded links, or download any attachments.
- DO NOT initiate any payment or provide sensitive information.
- Cross-Verify: Contact your established Imerys representative immediately using a known, trusted phone number—do not use the phone number provided in the suspicious email or document.
- Report It: Forward the suspicious email or information to your Imerys contact or notify us through our Contact Form.
Please note that Imerys accepts no liability for any costs, charges, or payments made as a result of fraudulent activity. Imerys is not responsible for any loss associated with the unauthorized use of our name or brand.