Chemical Inventory Conformance Verification - Level 1

GreenPont Sustainability Solutions (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. was established in Shenzhen in 2016. Over the past few years, GreenPont has made significant progress in pollution control engineering, water treatment chemicals, and sustainability solutions. Currently, the company has collaborated with many domestic and international brands in various areas of the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) field, including but not limited to capacity building, compliance audits, supplier assessments (Higg FEM, SLCP, IPE-GCA and), sustainable water management (Alliance for Water Stewardship), zero waste, and low-carbon services.

Be your Compliance Partner Training Programs ZDHC Approved Training Provider, ISO 9001, 14001, 22000, 19011 Accredited Lead Auditor Training Course, SLCP & Higg FEM Trainer Body, Chemical Management Trainer Body GSCS International Ltd. is ZDHC Approved Training Provider, an accredited trainer body for Lead Auditor Training Courses of ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 22000, 19011, SLCP Approved Training Body for SLCP Verification Program, SAC Approved Trainer Body for Higg FEM Verification Program, the verification programs of SLCP and Higg FEM, and Chemical Management System training provider. Click here for more information click here.

Product Certification

Textile Exchange Standards & GOTS Certification Body

GSCS International Ltd. is an accredited certification body for certifying product on Textile Exchange Standards (GRS, RCS, OCS, RDS, RWS) and GOTS. Click here for more information click here.

Verification

SLCP and Higg FEM Verification

GSCS International Ltd. is an approved verifier body for the verification programs of SLCP and Higg FEM. Click here for more information click here.

Social & Security Auditing

APSCA Full Member firm, SMETA Audit and C-TPAT Audit

GSCS is a Sedex Affiliate Audit Company for SMETA Audit and C-TPAT Audit provider. Click here for more information click here.

Management System Certification

ISO Management System Audits and Certification

GSCS International Ltd. is an accredited certification body for certification audits of ISO 14001, 9001, 45001, 22000, 27001, 50001, 13485, 28000, 26000, EN 20471, GHP, & HACCP. Click here for more information click here.

About GSCS: GSCS harbours highly qualified trainers, verifiers, assessors, and auditors with extensive experience, allowing it to meet the key requirements of environmental and chemical compliance, social and labor fairness, improved working conditions, positive impact on employee rights, and support organizations in establishing and maintaining a culture of compliance awareness and understanding.

IDFL Laboratory & Institute is a leading institution renowned for its comprehensive services in the field of textiles, apparel, and consumer goods testing and analysis. With a commitment to quality and precision, we provide a wide range of services catering to industries such as fashion, sports, outdoor gear, and home textiles. Our state-of-the-art laboratory is equipped with cutting-edge technology and staffed by experts in the field, ensuring accurate and reliable results.

At IDFL, we offer a diverse set of services, including but not limited to material testing, audits & certifications (i.e. Textile Exchange, GOTS), social audits, quality assurance programs, and inspections. Whether you are a manufacturer, retailer, or brand looking to ensure the durability, safety, and compliance of your products, our dedicated team is here to meet your specific testing needs.

With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, IDFL Laboratory & Institute is dedicated to supporting businesses in maintaining the highest standards of product quality and safety. Our commitment to excellence, combined with our extensive experience and expertise, makes us the preferred partner for companies seeking reliable and thorough services in the dynamic world of textiles and consumer goods.

See our website for more information: https://idfl.com/

IMPAQ is a leading TIC technical service provider in China in industries of consumer goods, food and environment. IMPAQ’s service networks cover over 20 locations, including China mainland, Taiwan, Viet Nam, Bangladesh, Pakistan. IMPAQ is ZDHC indicated MRSL level 1/2/3 certifier, InCheck Verifer, Supplier to Zero Level 2 Reviewer.

What Can We Do MRSL Certification Level 1/2/3 InCheck Verification Level 1 Supplier to Zero Review Level 2 Textile Product Test Carbon Footprint HIGG FEM Verification ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 Certification

Contact: info@impaq-tech.com mindy.cheng@impaq-tech.com

Supply Chain Environmental Solutions

Intertek is trusted by global apparel and footwear retailers, brands and manufacturers in implementing and assuring chemical management through:

Recognition by ZDHC as a third-party testing certifier to help companies demonstrate MRSL Level 1 conformance to the ZDHC Gateway. Intertek has a comprehensive network of laboratories all over the world and 10 laboratories accepted by ZDHC for wastewater and sludge analysis in connection with the ZDHC Gateway — Wastewater Module ZDHC accepted lab for textiles, leather and MMCF wastewater and sludge analysis services in connection with the ZDHC Gateway — Wastewater Module, with the widest global coverage of 23 laboratories in Africa, Asia, Europe and Latin America Designation as official ZDHC ATP training provider for both classroom and remote training and education on chemical management, wastewater topics and insights into the practical issues faced by the facilities with the possible management action plans, provided in English or local languages in Asia and Europe Intertek’s Chemical Management Audit solutions, supported by our global network of experienced and highly skilled chemical and environmental auditors, and involvement as an engaged SAC HIGG FEM verifier body Advisory services that help customers improve their own chemical management systems ‍ Intertek is an industry leader operating in 1,000 locations in over 100 countries. We go beyond testing, inspecting and certifying products; we are a Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide.

KAKEN TEST CENTER (headquarters: Tokyo, Japan) is the largest textile testing laboratory of Japan and was established in 1948 by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan. At the time of its establishment, Kaken was engaged in inspection of synthetic fibers for export and import, but has since expanded its business to include textile and apparel testing services. We are accredited by Japan National Laboratory Association (JNLA), ISO 17025 and ISO 9001. We provide testing and inspection services in a wide range of fields, including textiles (yarns, fabrics and finished products), leather, paper, resins such as rubber and plastics, and other industrial materials to Japanese large and small companies, manufacturers, retailers and brands. We also dedicated to research and development to establish testing methods for newly developed performance textiles. Some of our inhouse methods have been adopted by international standards. We also provide restricted substances testing and supporting our clients to maintain their RSL (Restricted Substances List) with our knowledge regarding global chemical regulations.

Leadership & Sustainability offers a broad and deep spectrum of sustainability solutions. To promote sustainable organisations and transform our world into one that is sustainable is a significant challenge that we embrace as an organisation.

We engage to understand how to change business models and corporate strategies to implement sustainability – business ethics, environment, social issues and community outreach.

We support corporations and organisations that embed and integrate sustainability into business processes. We believe that sustainability must be inserted into the DNA of the organisation in order to truly achieve sustainable results.

Our training services: We offer face-to-face trainings and have launched an extensive webinar programme on various topics (Strategy, Higg Index, ZDHC etc.). We are a ZDHC Accredited Training Provider offering webinar training based on the ZDHC Chemical Management System Guidance Manual framework. We provide ZDHC training in English, French and Turkish (for example the webinar training ‘ZDHC Top 10 Issues and Best Practices’). We are an approved Higg FEM as well as SLCP Trainer Body. We know the Higg Index inside out and offer training about all its modules: BRM – Brand and Retail Module, FEM – Facility Environmental Module, FSLM – Facility Social and Labor Module, MSI – Materials Sustainability Index and PM – Product Module. We also develop individual training programmes; for instance, supplier trainings as part of chemical management or Higg FEM improvement programmes.

Additional Services: We are an approved Higg FEM as well as SLCP Verifier Body and offer both on-site and off-site verifications and audits. ‍ ‍We offer customised consulting services, supporting companies with chemical management as part of their sustainability strategy and guide them on making improvements.

PDCA International Ltd. is an independent third-party auditing, certification, verification, and training body, providing professional services across social, environmental, quality, health & safety, and sustainability services.

PDCA International Ltd. is an APSCA Full-Member audit firm, a SAC-approved Higg FEM Verifier Body and Trainer Body, and an SLCP Verifier Body and Trainer Body. The organization is also an accredited certification body and trainer body for management systems, including ISO 9001 (Quality Management System), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System), ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System), and ISO 50001 (Energy Management System) many more. In addition, PDCA International Ltd. is an EcoVadis-approved organization.

Beyond certification and verification services, PDCA International Ltd. is a trusted provider of Brand Code of Conduct audits, ESG assessments, technical audits, traceability, and supply chain security audit services.

PDCA International Ltd. has also initiated its own sustainability programs, including Water Guardianship, Zero Waste to Landfill Certification, Energy Assessment, and Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) Assessment, supporting organizations in improving environmental performance and resource efficiency.

Furthermore, PDCA International Ltd. works closely with clothing and footwear retailers, brands, traders, and manufacturers to deliver capacity-building programs and implement national and international sustainability projects, aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Walking towards a healthier lifestyle and a greener earth.

Overview: Since February 2020, We, RST Co.,Ltd., has been a leader in providing global sustainability verification and certification services. Our commitment to advancing sustainability in the textile industry is demonstrated through our comprehensive programs and rigorous standards.

Core Business: Our primary operations are conducted through the Textile Industry Sustainability Program. As an official verification agency for Cascale's Higg Index, we deliver specialized verification and certification services to more than 250 clients across 8 countries worldwide.

Social and Labor Audits: In November 2022, we expanded our services to include Social and Labor audits as a Signatory to the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP). This new service currently focuses on the Korean market, underscoring our commitment to improving social and labor conditions in the textile industry.

Certification Standards:

ISO 17021: We operate under the ISO 17021 system as a PEFC Forest Management (FM) certification body. ISO 17065: We are in the process of obtaining ISO 17065 system qualifications to establish ourselves as a PEFC Chain of Custody (CoC) certification body. This will enable us to extend our certification capabilities and reinforce our commitment to sustainable practices. Mission: Our mission is to support and enhance sustainability efforts within the textile industry through meticulous verification and certification processes. By ensuring compliance with the highest standards, we aim to foster a more sustainable and socially responsible global textile market.

As part of the process control in the ZDHC strategic chemical management implementation, SGS provides training services according to the courses outlines by ZDHC Academy

SGS has joined ZDHC as a contributor and has been an Approved Training Provider (ATP) right after the launch of ZDHC Academy, the training platform under ZDHC program.

All of our trainers across our global network are experienced to provide their technical advice during the training. They are equipped with many hours of training experiences on chemical management, capable of delivering key concepts and communicate efficiently with local language.

SGS has also maintained internal communications between different parties supporting various ZDHC services, such as wastewater and MRSL formulation testing. While the information is shared among the parties, our training provided is also ensured with up-to-date details from the other ZDHC services.

Teks Tech is a 3rd party assessment and training body. Textile, apparel, accessories, leather/footwear, Home Furnishings and Hard Goods industry for conducting Environmental and Social assessments. Our deep dive technical training on Chemical Management, ETP Management and Environmental Sustainability, is based on a practical approach. We also provide solutions to Supply Chain Environmental Sustainability challenges.

TM Denetim is an engineering organization that provides training, certification and audit services on environmental, sustainability and chemical issues.

TM Audit provides support to businesses in the textile supply chain, starting from chemical manufacturers, to comply with international standards such as REACH, ZDHC, IMDS and GOTS. The company's services include developing sustainable chemical management systems, identifying and managing chemical risks, reducing hazardous chemicals, and developing more sustainable products.

TM Audit's expert staff has deep experience in the chemical industry and sustainability field. Using this experience, the company provides its customers with the knowledge and support they need to achieve their sustainable chemistry management goals.

TÜV Rheinland’s DetoXperts enabling informed choices for Sustainable Fashion TÜV Rheinland is a global independent testing, inspection, certifications service provider. The Group’s employees work across 500 locations in 69 countries with the guiding principle to achieve sustained development of safety and quality in order to meet the challenge arising from the interaction between human, technology and the environment symbolised by the points of our triangular logo.

The group engages with the fashion supply chain to enable their goals of being more sustainable via trainings, testing, assessments, and audits.