Ethics & EnvironmentFRUIT takes responsibility for ensuring that our products are manufactured under fair conditions, with the least possible impact on the environment, regardless of where in the world we/suppliers operate. We carefully select which brands we sell; together with them, sustainable product, material & packaging choices are made. Our printing inks are OEKO-TEX certified. A large local warehouse reduces shipments and environmentally certified carriers are employed. We follow a clear, strict Code of Conduct for the safety, rights, and well-being of all parties. Environmental legislation and other requirements are, of course, followed. Child & forced labor, trafficking, corruption, and extortion in all forms are unacceptable and must be countered, reported & prosecuted. Reporting of misconduct must never lead to reprisals. |
CertificateMost of what we sell has certification or labeling of some kind (see product pages). In cases where certificates are missing, several suppliers still often offer products made from organic & recycled materials. Here is a selection of the world's leading, most trusted certificates and organizations. The list should NOT be associated with FRUIT itself; it only shows which certificates our suppliers have, to help you make well-informed purchasing decisions. Some certificates are tied to individual products, while others are linked to the supplier itself. For complete information about certificates and organizations, as well as certificates issued for individual suppliers, manufacturers, brands, and products, we refer to their respective websites. (Certificate logos are linked.) |
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GOTSAnthem • Atlantis • Babybugz • Kariban • Kariban Premium • LabelFree • Mantis • Native Spirit • Roly • Tri Dri • Westford Mil • WK Designed to Work Global Organic Textile Standard is the world leader for textiles made from organic fibers, with ecological & social criteria, as well as the entire supply & production chain. Clear criteria, built on a holistic approach and full transparency. Certified products can include fiber, yarn, fabric, dye, clothing, home textiles, mattresses, personal hygiene products, textiles for food, etc. Basic criteria; "Supply chain, traceability & quality assurance", "Product content, substances & materials", "Environmental impact, social & governance/management", "Product quality" and "Specific requirements for particular products". » More info |
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OEKO-TEX Standard 100Anthem • Atlantis • B&C • Babybugz • Frontrow & Co • Fruit of the Loom • Jack&Jones Product • Kariban • Kariban Premium • LabelFree • Mantis • Native Spirit • Premier • Roly • Russell • Skinni Fit • Tombo • Towel City • WK Designed to Work • Yoko Internationally recognized testing and certification system for textiles, from raw materials to finished products. Ensures that clothes, etc., do not contain any harmful substances for either humans or nature. The test criteria are standardized worldwide and include tests for pH value, formaldehyde, pesticides, heavy metals, and allergenic dyes. Only when it is proven that garments do not contain such substances is the OEKO-TEX Standard 100 approval granted. There are also 6 additional different certifications available. » More info |
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Better CottonB&C • Flexfit Yupoong • Frontrow & Co • Fruit of the Loom • Premier • Regatta • Tombo • Towel City (Former BCI) World-leading cotton labeling. Aims to benefit the cotton chain and protect/restore the environment. Committed, paying members (retailers, brands) pledge to initially use at least 10% sustainable cotton, with a plan for 50% within five years. Fees/donations go towards educating cotton farmers worldwide. Uses "Mass Balance Chain of Custody" (not Traceable/Physical B.C.), so Better Cotton can be replaced by regular cotton as long as the total B.C. volume in the system is maintained. However, organic farming is not required and genetic modification is allowed. » More info |
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WRAPBella+Canvas • Frontrow & Co • Just Cool • Just Hoods • Just Polos • Premier • Skinni Fit • Stormtech • Tombo • Towel City • Tri Dri Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production is a world-leading, independent certification program in the industries of textiles, clothing, footwear, and other sewn products. It is a non-profit organization that certifies entire companies and factories around the world based on legal, human, and ethical goals. The label is based on extensive inspections and evaluations, according to 12 principles, and is issued only after all possible remarks have been addressed. It requires active commitment, functioning management systems, and meeting high social standards. » More info |
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FairTradeBagbase • Beechfield • Premier • Quadra • Roly • Westford Mill Certificate focused on social and economic aspects to ensure fair wages, working conditions, participation, and living conditions for both growers and employees throughout the production chain, including in the textile industry. Special focus on developing countries. Child labor and discrimination are counteracted, democracy and the right to organize are promoted, with the goal that entire local communities develop socially and economically. Environmental considerations and organic production are also promoted. Companies and governments are both supported and challenged to achieve the goals. » More info |
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Global Recycled Standard (GRS)Atlantis • Bagbase • Beechfield • Frontrow & Co • Kariban • Kariban Premium • Native Spirit • Premier • Quadra • Regatta • Roly • Skinni Fit • Tombo • Towel City • Tri Dri • WK Designed to Work The product label owned by Textile Exchange. Essentially the same meaning as RCS, but with higher requirements for the minimum amount of recycled content (50%), and the label also includes social, climate, and environmental requirements concerning employees, manufacturing, and chemical use. It aims to ensure responsible and safe production; all to minimize the impact on people and the environment. Just like with RCS, it supports and works to continuously increase the proportion of recycled material in products. » More info |
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Organic Content Standard (OCS)Anthem • B&C • Babybugz • Beechfield • Kariban • Kariban Premium • LabelFree • Mantis • Native Spirit • Premier • Roly • Tri Dri • Westford Mill • WK Designed to Work Label owned by Textile Exchange. Voluntary global standard with defined requirements for third-party certification of organic materials and the entire production chain. The goal is to increase organic cultivation and production through incentives, networking, and inspections. Strong focus on traceability throughout the entire production chain. Extra focus on organic cotton, which must be grown without pesticides, using only natural methods. OCS products are better both for our global environment and for the health and communities of the farmers. » More info |
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Recycled Claim Standard (RCS)Anthem • B&C • Babybugz • Kariban • Kariban Premium • Mantis • Native Spirit • Premier • Tri Dri • WK Designed to Work Label owned by Textile Exchange. A voluntary global standard with specific requirements for third-party certification of organic materials and the entire production chain. The goal is to increase the use of recycled materials through incentives, networking, and controls. It regulates what actually counts as recycled material, verifies the amount of recycled material in products, and ensures that the recycling process is properly managed. The label helps consumers make well-informed decisions. » More info |
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AmphoraAnthem • Asquith&Fox • B&C • Fruit of the Loom • Just Cool • Just Hood • Just Polos • LabelFree • Native Spirit • Premier • Russell • Skinni Fit • Stormtech • Tri Dri Global trade organization founded in 1977 (especially known for "amfori BSCI"). Over 2400 members in numerous industries in more than 50 countries, and trade in 100+ countries. Fights for trade with social, environmental, and economic benefits for all parties involved, throughout the entire supply chain, from analysis and evaluation to reporting. Supports everything from increased capacity to owner engagement, takes a comprehensive approach to responsible business & trade, and monitors & evaluates companies, producers, factories, owners, governance, and policy. (Not for individual products.) » More info |
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ISO 14001:2015Roly • Stormtech Independent, international organization for standardization (promotes global cooperation, trade, etc.). Founded in 1947 and not based in any single country. Brings together global science experts to agree on the best ways to do things. From measurement units, through climate change & healthcare, to quality management & AI. ISO aims to make life easier, safer, and better for everyone, in all areas, everywhere. Local actors certify, with their own certificate logos. ISO 14001 is a comprehensive framework for effective environmental management systems and commitment to reducing environmental impact in the textile industry. » More info |
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Fruitful Futures / The Fruit WayFruit of the Loom • Russell Fruit of the Loom has come a long way in taking responsibility for the environment & society, with very high standards. This is evident in the clothes and how they are made, in their own factories. "Fruitful Futures" and "The Fruit Way" cover everything they do in terms of environment and sustainability, their commitment to reducing environmental impact and positive efforts in the communities where they operate. It includes codes of conduct, requirements, and action plans, both for themselves and for all suppliers, distributors, and partners. It is more than a policy; it is a way of life for the entire group. » More info |
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B Corp CertificationBabybugz • Mantis International (some US focus) certification at the corporate level. Rigorous requirements on sustainability/ethics, total social & environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. Unique in practically measuring social/environmental impact. Develops standards, policies, and tools to change behavior, culture, and the foundations of capitalism, for an inclusive, fair, and healthy global economy – benefiting everyone, not just the few. With positive impact, helps companies balance profit against vision & purpose. Business/trade should be a force for good against the world's most critical challenges. » More info |
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ThreeAnthem • Atlantis • Frontrow & Co • LabelFree • Premier • Roly • Skinni Fit • Tombo • Towel City • Tri Dri A different player in the context, which many still mention among their certificates. Sedex offers customers comprehensive tools in the form of a technological platform, for data-driven facts and expert guidance to more easily achieve business-related sustainability goals. Store, analyze, evaluate, share, and report strategies and efforts for sustainability throughout the entire supply chain. With “SMETA audits,” insights into working conditions and environmental performance are also obtained. Additionally; consultation, training, and a large active association of members. » More info |
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1% for the PlanetBagbase • Beechfield • Quadra • Westford Mill American, global actor since 2002. The idea: companies that profit from the planet's resources also have an obligation to protect these resources. Guarantees that members give at least 1% of annual sales value, not profit (!), directly or indirectly (via their fund) to environmental & sustainability organizations. Every donation is verified. They inspire engagement and action (for the sake of the planet and future generations), support smart donations and efforts, actively counter greenwashing. Up until 2024, they had managed over 655 million dollars in donations. » More info |
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Fair LaborBelle+Canvas • Stormtech Fair Labor Association, an international network working for human rights in workplaces, celebrated 25 years in 2024. Responsible business should mean fair, reasonable working conditions as the standard, not the exception. FLA offers training, tools, and models for knowledge and expertise, and drives innovations to create strategies and practices that benefit workers worldwide. Evaluates headquarters, as well as the entire supply chain. Ensures that behind every approved brand there are strategies and systems in place that support their workers. » More info |
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Fair WearB&C Independent, non-profit foundation that fights globally for fair, safe, and dignified employment for all (throughout the entire product chain), with reasonable wages, where human rights are respected and workers have the right/opportunity to have their voices heard. Active where the majority of the world's garments are produced. Demands responsible purchasing practices and serious owner engagement, counters discrimination, and supports rehabilitation. Collaborates with several organizations. Members have decided to improve conditions for their textile workers and have already far exceeded the industry standard. » More info |
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Vegan MapAnthem • BabyBugz • B&C • Just Cool • Just Hood • Just Polos • Mantis • Roly • Skinni Fit • So Denim People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is one of the world's largest animal rights organizations, particularly focused on the vegan movement. More than 1000 companies use the “PETA-Approved Vegan” logo to label and market clothing, accessories, furniture, home decor products, etc. Labeled products are made from vegan alternatives to animal materials (leather, fur, silk, feathers/down, bone, etc.). The logo helps consumers quickly identify vegan products, enabling them to make purchases in line with their values. » More info |
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EVE VeganKariban • Kariban Premium • Native Spirit • WK Designed to Work Independent certification of vegan products/services, recognized worldwide as one of the most comprehensive and credible certifications. Highlights companies that make products without animal materials and cruelty, so that veganism is promoted positively. The logo facilitates ethical choices, for a compassionate lifestyle and sustainability. Certification guarantees, among other things, that the product is free from ingredients/substances from animals, that vivisection/testing on live animals has not been used, that thorough analysis of raw materials, packaging, labeling, and production systems has been conducted. » More info |
Brands
| 2786 | (Some products in 100% recycled material.) |
| Anthem | GOTS, OCS, RCS, Peta Vegan, Amfori, Sedex, Oeko-tex |
| Asquith & Fox | Amfori (Certain products 100% recycled polyester or organic cotton.) |
| Atlantis Headwear | Oeko-tex, GOTS, GRS, Sedex |
| B&C Collection | OCS, RCS, Oeko-tex, Better Cotton, Fair Wear, Peta Vegan, Amfori, Organic Cotton in Conversion |
| Babybugz | GOTS, OCS, RCS, Oeko-tex, Peta Vegan, B-Corp, Canopy |
| Bagbase | GRS, 1% for the Planet, Fair Trade (Some products 100% recycled material.) |
| Beechfield | GRS, OCS, 1% for the Planet, Fair Trade |
| Bella+Canvas | WRAP, Fair Labor |
| Build Your Brand | Disney FAMA (Some products in 100% organic cotton.) |
| Flexfit Yupoong | Better Cotton |
| Frontrow & Co | WRAP, Oeko-tex, GRS, Better Cotton, Sedex |
| Fruit of the Loom | Oeko-tex, Amfori, Better Cotton (Fruitful Future & The Fruit Way) |
| Jack&Jones Product | Oeko-tex (Most of it is made of 100% organic cotton.) |
| Just Cool | WRAP, Amfori, Peta Vegan |
| Just Hoods | WRAP, Amfori, Peta Vegan |
| Just Polos | WRAP, Amfori, Peta Vegan |
| Caribbean | GOTS, GRS, OCS, RCS, Oeko-tex, Eve Vegan |
| Kariban Premium | GOTS, GRS, OCS, RCS, Oeko-tex, Eve Vegan |
| Labelfree | GOTS, OCS, Oeko-tex, Amfori, Sedex (ISO 9001:2015) |
| Mantis | GOTS, OCS, RCS, Oeko-tex, Peta Vegan, B-Corp, Canopy |
| Native Spirit | GOTS, Oeko-tex, GRS, OCS, RCS, Eve Vegan |
| Premier | WRAP, Oeko-tex, Better Cotton, GRS, OCS, Fair Trade, RCS, Amfori, Sedex |
| Block | GRS, Fair Trade, 1% for the Planet |
| Regatta | GRS, Better Cotton (ETI, Cascale, Higg Index) |
| Roly | GOTS, OCS, GRS, Oeko-tex, Sedex, ISO 14001, Fair Trade, Peta Vegan |
| Russell | Oeko-tex, Amfori (Fruitful Futures & The Fruit Way) |
| Leather Fit | WRAP, Oeko-tex, GRS, Amfori, Sedex, Peta Vegan |
| So Denim | WRAP, Amfori, Peta Vegan |
| Stormtech | WRAP, Fair Labor, Amfori, ISO (number missing) |
| Goodbye | WRAP, Oeko-tex, GRS, Better Cotton, Sedex |
| Towel City | WRAP, Oeko-tex, GRS, Better Cotton, Sedex |
| Three Dri | WRAP, GRS, RCS, OCS, GOTS, Amfori, Sedex |
| Westford Mill | GOTS, OCS, 1% for the Planet, Fair Trade, Organic Cotton in Conversion |
| WK Designed to Work | GOTS, GRS, OCS, RCS, Oeko-tex, Eve Vegan |
| Yoko | Oeko-tex (Website and certificate details missing.) |