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Our certifications and partnerships embody our commitment to the highest standards of quality, environmental responsibility and social justice. By obtaining a wide range of certifications, we ensure that our products are manufactured in accordance with strict ecological and social criteria. Partnerships with renowned organizations help us to consistently achieve our ambitious goals. This comprehensive commitment to responsibility, quality and social responsibility is reflected in every one of our products.
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GLOBAL ORGANIC TEXTILE STANDARD (GOTS)
Products that carry the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) must consist of a high proportion of organically produced natural fibers. The GOTS also places strict requirements on the ingredients and production processes used and demands compliance with social and environmental criteria during further processing. Whether one of our products is GOTS-certified can be recognized by the seal on the care label of the respective product.
ORGANIC CONTENT STANDARD (OCS)
The Organic Content Standard (OCS) verifies organically produced fibers (e.g. cotton, linen, hemp, wool) and guarantees their traceability from the end product to the source. An OCS-certified Marc O'Polo product is identified by the OCS seal on the care label.
RECYCLED CLAIM STANDARD (RCS)
The Recycled Claim Standard (RCS) is a standard for the traceability of recycled materials within a supply chain. RCS-certified products contain recycled material that has been independently verified at every stage of the supply chain. An RCS-certified Marc O'Polo product is identified by the RCS seal on the care label.
RESPONSIBLE DOWN STANDARD (RDS)
The Responsible Down Standard (RDS) requires and certifies animal welfare practices in down and feather production and tracks the certified down and feathers from the farm to the final product.
RESPONSIBLE WOOL STANDARD (RWS)
The Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) requires animal welfare practices and responsible use of agricultural land on sheep farms. An RWS-certified Marc O'Polo product is identified by the RWS seal on the care label.
RESPONSIBLE MOHAIR STANDARD (RMS)
The Responsible Mohair Standard (RMS) requires animal welfare practices and responsible use of agricultural land on goat farms. An RMS-certified Marc O'Polo product is identified by the RMS seal on the care label.
RESPONSIBLE ALPACA STANDARD (RAS)
The Responsible Alpaca Standard (RAS) requires animal welfare practices and responsible use of agricultural land on alpaca farms. An RAS-certified Marc O'Polo product is identified by the RAS seal on the care label.
FAIR WEAR FOUNDATION
In 2020, we joined the Fair Wear Foundation (FWF). The independent multi-stakeholder initiative based in Amsterdam works with clothing brands, factories, NGOs, trade unions and governments to improve working conditions in textile factories. In 2023, we were rated 'LEADER' in the first Brand Performance Check.
AMFORI BSCI
amfori BSCI is a leading corporate initiative to improve working conditions in global supply chains. The initiative stands for a globally standardized supply chain management system to monitor and improve working conditions and minimum requirements. Marc O'Polo has been a member of amfori BSCI since 2009.
LEATHER WORKING GROUP (LWG)
Marc O'Polo SE joined the Leather Working Group in 2020 to support more responsible leather production. The LWG aims to drive improvements in the global leather supply chain, minimize the environmental impact of leather production and inspire, inform and challenge its member companies.
TEXTILE EXCHANGE
Marc O'Polo has been a member of the non-profit organization Textile Exchange since 2011 (1 year interruption in 2019). The globally active organization focuses on minimizing the harmful effects of the textile industry through the development of standards and the use of sustainable materials.
THE GOOD CASHMERE STANDARD®
As a partner of The Good Cashmere Standard® by AbTF, we are committed to greater animal welfare, better working conditions for goat farmers and farm workers, and environmental protection
ZDHC FOUNDATION
ZDHC is an association of international companies and organizations working together to eliminate hazardous chemicals in the textile and clothing industry. Marc O’Polo has been a 'ZDHC Signatory-Brand' since July 2024.
CASCALE & HIGG INDEX
Cascale, formerly known as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC), is a global non-profit alliance with members from the apparel, footwear, home textiles, sports and outdoor goods, as well as bags and accessories sectors. The initiative is dedicated to promoting more sustainable and fair business practices in the consumer goods industry. As part of this alliance, we use the Higg Index, a system for the standardised measurement and evaluation of the social and environmental impacts of services and products, and for identifying potential improvements along our value chain. Marc O’Polo has been a candidate member of Cascale since August 2023.