Welspun : Welspun bags Made in Green label by Oeko-Tex
Welspun, a leading home textiles manufacturer, has been
awarded Made in Green label by Oeko-Tex, the consumer sustainability label that
indicates that textiles have been tested for harmful substances &
manufactured in eco-friendly & socially responsible facilities. Welspun is
the first manufacturer in India to get the label for bed and bath textile products.
"Our Made in Green label is the result of our long-standing commitment to
sustainability," said Dipali Goenka, Welspun chief executive officer.
"Made in Green also supports our retailers in their efforts to offer more
sustainable products to their consumers. The label clearly and quickly
communicates to shoppers that our products have been tested for harmful
substances and made with respect for our employees, communities, and
planet."
To qualify for the Made in Green label by Oeko-Tex, Welspun products underwent
thorough, independent testing according to the Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex, which
verifies that the textiles are free from dangerous levels of chemical
substances. In addition, Welspun facilities were evaluated and certified to the
STeP by Oeko-Tex standard that confirms that manufacturing processes comply
with multiple guidelines for sustainable textile production.
"We applaud the sustainability commitment that Welspun has made with Made
in Green," said George Dieners, Oeko-Tex general secretary.
"Improving sustainability within the textile industry requires major
manufacturers like Welspun to head the effort. Welspun''s leadership will help
influence others to join the industry’s efforts to make textiles safer for
consumers, workers, and the environment."
The Made in Green label helps shoppers easily make the right choice for their
families and their consciences. This label is traceable and transparent.
Consumers can enter a product''s unique ID code on the Made in Green website or
scan the label’s QR code with their smart phones. These links will quickly
authenticate the Made in Green label, an important benefit for busy shoppers,
and provide visibility into every component of the production stream.
Source: ET.retail.com
Wednesday, 20 September 2017