RWS
Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) is a voluntary global certification that ensures the welfare of sheep and the land they graze on. Developed by Textile Exchange, the RWS focuses on two main areas: animal welfare and land management. It ensures that wool comes from farms that meet strict criteria regarding sheep treatment, including the prevention of mulesing (a harmful practice), and sustainable land practices that protect biodiversity and soil health.
The RWS requires farms to be audited by an independent third-party certification body, and it includes traceability throughout the supply chain to verify that the wool meets the required ethical and environmental standards. The certification helps consumers and brands confidently support responsible wool production, contributing to animal welfare, environmental sustainability, and the integrity of the wool industry.
RWS certification supports brands and companies in meeting consumer demand for more sustainable, ethically sourced products, and promotes transparency and accountability in the wool supply chain.
Benefits of RWS Certification
Ethical Animal Welfare: Ensures humane treatment of sheep, preventing harmful practices like mulesing.
Sustainable Land Management: Promotes responsible land practices, supporting biodiversity and soil health.
Consumer Trust: Builds confidence by verifying responsible sourcing and animal welfare.
Market Differentiation: Helps brands stand out with ethically and sustainably sourced wool.
Supply Chain Transparency: Guarantees traceability from farm to product, enhancing product credibility.
Environmental Impact Reduction: Supports sustainability efforts and reduces the wool industry’s carbon footprint.
Regulatory Compliance: Helps businesses comply with animal welfare and environmental regulations.
Improved Brand Image: Enhances reputation as a responsible, sustainable brand.
Access to New Markets: Opens doors to markets seeking ethical, sustainable products.
Increased Consumer Demand: Meets the growing demand for responsibly sourced wool products.
Competitive Advantage: Provides a competitive edge in sustainability and ethical practices.
Investor Confidence: Attracts socially responsible investors focused on ethical business practices.
Our Certification Process
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STEP ONE
Contact Us
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STEP TWO
Submit the Application
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STEP THREE
Get Quotation
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STEP FOUR
Submit Contract
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STEP FIVE
Confirm Audit Schedule
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STEP SIX
Get Audited
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STEP SEVEN
Submit Non-conformities
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STEP EIGHT
Certification Decision
The certification process involves selecting CERES Certifications Ltd. as the certification body, contacting them to express interest, and submitting the required application documents. An on-site audit is then conducted to verify compliance, followed by addressing any non-conformities. If all requirements are met, the certification is issued.
