We’re sowing the seeds of responsible sourcing for hemp textiles. Introducing The H Standards.
The Need for Hemp Textile Standards
The problem facing manufacturers
What’s keeping more apparel manufacturers from considering industrial hemp as a renewable, plant-based material? Despite the comparatively low carbon footprint of hemp textiles, their adoption has significantly been hamstrung by:
A lack of global standards
A perceived connection to marijuana
Supply Chain Verification
The solution for sustainable growth
We are addressing these concerns through the creation of hemp standards which provide assurance through supply chain verification.That’s why we engaged Peterson Control Union – a 100-year old certification giant – to develop a suite of standards including textiles called The H Standards. Not only does this build confidence for manufacturers; it allows us to spur the future of hemp through:
Comprehensive auditing of the full supply chain
The utilization of track and trace technology
Environmentally sound practices and ethical and sustainable sourcing
The Benefits of Hemp Standardization
By leveraging the vast expertise and reputation of Control Union, The H Standards guarantee:
Increased safety and reduced risk
Consistent product quality
Chain of custody and proof of origin
Proof of ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) initiatives
Environmentally sound practices and sustainable sourcing
The Control Union Connection
The world leader in textile certification and verification services, Control Union is best known for its expertise, global reach, strength, and responsibility and reputation.
Learn more about Control Unions’s textile certification programs, including its newest addition: The H Standards.
Expertise
CU’s 100+ year company culture has its roots in agriculture, and partners with private companies/governments to develop standards, roll out/execute quality systems, and help maintain those programs to ensure compliance and best practices. Clients include Unilever, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, Proctr & Gamble, Cargill, Conagra, and more.
Strength
CU’s teams consist of 5,000+ industry experts, including agri specialists, sustainability experts, hygiene experts, manufacturing experts, etc.
Global Reach
CU operates in 85+ countries that will eagerly look for a CUC hemp-based standard (where hemp is legal).
Responsibility & Reputation
Daily, its teams are responsible for more than $2.5 billion in commodity inspections across the globe.
Responsible Sourcing
Increasingly, consumers are demanding products that are ethically and sustainably developed. In addition to creating the assurances required for a commodity traded on a global marketplace, The H Standards are focused on the sustainable and ethical production of industrial hemp.
Connect with Us
Are you committed to sourcing responsible materials and assuring full transparency around how your products are derived? We’d love to connect.