St.Gallen, Switzerland – 24 January, 2025 – POLYMERS are widely used in footwear production, and across apparel and accessories worldwide, their inclusion in bluesign® FINDER provides manufacturers access to certified safe and sustainable alternatives - a significant advancement for the fashion and footwear industry. By adding polymers to the database, bluesign® simplifies the process for brands to find reliable sources that allow them to meet stringent safety and sustainability standards, as well as Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) legislation regulations such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and, Green Claims Directive and Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). These mandate unprecedented transparency in supply chains. Central to this transformation is the Digital Product Passport (DPP), a revolutionary tool that will enhance transparency, sustainability and traceability across the fashion product lifecycle.
Why This Matters
- Polymers are a cornerstone material in footwear production. Their certification ensures safer choices for workers, consumers, and the planet.
- bluesign® APPROVED polymers feature significantly lower hazardous substance limits compared to traditional materials, setting a new benchmark for chemical safety in the industry.
This expansion reflects bluesign’s commitment to driving innovation and sustainability across the global supply chain while making certified solutions more accessible than ever.
If you’re interested in learning more about how this development impacts footwear manufacturing - or would like to connect with a bluesign® expert to discuss Certified Polymers or bluesign® FINDER - please let me know.
