ECOBLANCS™ MATERIALS

HEMP

HEMP is a naturally strong, breathable, and durable fibre. It is fast becoming the ideal fabric of the future due to its low impact on the environment. Hemp has high resistance to pests and it's dense growth does not require chemicals of any kind. As well as being 100% compostable at the end of its life, the plant regenerates and improves soil health as it grows. Hemp bags are rot resistant, can be machine washed and have a texture like linen.

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ORGANIC COTTON

ORGANIC COTTON farmers use non-genetically modified crops and abstain from any synthetic pesticides and fertilisers, which are harmful and damaging to both people and the environment. Producing certified organic cotton requires less water and energy, and the end result is a strong, natural fabric that makes an organic bag washable and easy care for reuse.

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RECYCLED POLYESTER (RPET)

RECYCLED P.E.T (Polyethylene Terephthalate) fabric uses plastic bottles to produce a recycled polyester fibre which not only reduces landfill, it causes far less air pollution than making new P.E.T. Recycled pet is a strong durable, performance fibre as it wicks away moisture and guarantees easy care. Clean Up Australia statistics show that only 3% of plastic is recycled and the remaining 97% goes into landfill or our waterways. A Recycled P.E.T bag can be recycled with soft plastics in its end use.

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RECYCLED FABRIC

RECYCLED COTTON AND POLYESTER is a effective way to reduce waste since the yarn is a combination of post consumer plastic bottles and fabric cut-offs. coloured after spinning and there is no need for dyeing the fabric. This is an excellent alternative to virgin petroleum.

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ETHICAL & SUSTAINABLE

The 10 principles of Fair Work conditions we are committed to are as outlined by the WFTO (World Fair Trade Organisation).

Creating Opportunities for Disadvantaged Producers
Transparency and Accountability
Fair Trade Practices
Fair Payment
No Child Labour, No Forced Labour
No Discrimination, Gender Equity, Freedom of Association
Good Working Conditions
Capacity Building
Promote Fair Trade
Respect for the Environment

CERTIFIED

GLOBAL RECYCLED STANDARD:

The GRS is an international, voluntary, full product standard that sets out requirements for third-party certification of recycled content, chain, of custody, social and environmental practices and chemical restrictions.

GOTS - Global Textile Standard:

The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is the worldwide leading textile processing standard for organic fibres, organic yarn and organic dyes including ecological and social criteria, backed up by independent certification of the entire textile supply chain.

ISO9001:

ISO 9001 is the world's most widely recognised Quality Management System (QMS). It belongs to the ISO 9000 family of quality management system standards (along with ISO 9004), and helps organisations to meet the expectations and needs of their customers.

OEKO-TEX:

The STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® is an International accepted certificate to ensure the process of chemicals without harm to the environment and are human friendly. OEKO-TEX® is a worldwide consistent, independent testing and certification system for raw, semi-finished, and finished textile products at all processing levels, as well as accessory materials used.

REPREVE:

Made by world innovative sustainable fibre developers, Unifi, Repreve is a family of synthetic fibres containing recycled materials. A polyester fibre, Repreve is the leading, most trusted, branded performance fibre made from recycled materials (including plastic bottles).