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Blue Angel - Textiles
Old assessment methodology
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We are still using the previous assessment methodology for this product group. The new assessment will be available soon.

  • Aim/Focus
  • Standard organisation
  • Good to know
The label identifies textiles that have been produced without chemicals that are hazardous to health and in compliance with high environmental standards. The products must also have good usage properties.
The standard is issued by the Federal Ministry for the Environment. The Federal Environment Agency provides the Blue Angel office and develops the criteria. The independent Eco-label Jury decides on the criteria. RAL GmbH, a subsidiary of German Institute for Quality Assurance and Certification, awards the Blue Angel.
The label for textiles is based on the award criteria DE-UZ 154. The label sets requirements for the entire production process and covers both natural and synthetic fibre textiles. All requirements must be met directly.

Cred­ib­il­ity 93%

  • Availability of Scheme Structure
  • Independence of Scheme Owner from Certificate Holder
  • Availability of Standard
  • Public Consultation of Standard
  • Availability of Standard-Setting Process
  • Standard Review
  • Consistent interpretation of the Standard
  • List of Accredited/Approved CABs
  • Procedure on Remediation
  • CAB Complaints Mechanism
  • Defined Duration of Certificate / License
  • Clarity of claim
  • Scheme Legal Status
  • Information on Sources of Finance
  • Incorporation of Stakeholder feedback
  • Documented Assessment Methodology
  • Level of Conformity Assessment
  • Claims Policy
  • Scheme Management
    Governance structures and management of the scheme
    85/100
    • Governance
      97/100
      • Does the scheme owner make its organisational structure available?
        Answer: Yes publicly
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Yes (on request) (70 points)
        • Yes publicly (100 points)
        • No (0 points)

        Source:

        http://www.blauer-engel.de/de/der-blaue-engel/wer-steckt-dahinter

      • Is the scheme owner a legal entity, or an organization that is a partnership of legal entities, or a government or inter-governmental agency?
        Answer: Yes
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • yes (100 points)

        Source:

        http://www.blauer-engel.de/de/der-blaue-engel/wer-steckt-dahinter

      • Is there a mechanism by which the top decision-making body members are accountable to all stakeholders?
        Answer: Yes available on request
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Yes available publicly (0 points)
        • Yes available on request (100 points)
        • No (0 points)

        Source:

        see rules of procedure of the 'Jury Umweltzeichen' and the principles for awarding the eco-label 'Blauer Engel' (delivered by the Federal Environmental Agency (UBA))

      • Do the voting procedures of the top decision-making body ensure that there is a balanced representation of stakeholder interests, where no single interest predominates?
        Answer: Yes
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • yes (100 points)

        Source:

        https://www.blauer-engel.de/de/der-blaue-engel/wer-steckt-dahinter/jury-umweltzeichen

      • Does the scheme owner make quantitative information on the income sources or financing structure of the scheme available?
        Answer: Yes publicly
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Yes (on request) (70 points)
        • Yes publicly (100 points)
        • No (0 points)

        Source:

        https://www.blauer-engel.de/de/fuer-unternehmen/kosten-des-blauen-engels-entgeltordnung

      • Does the scheme owner have an internal quality management system available?
        Answer: Yes (on request)
        Score: 70/100
        Possible answers
        • Yes (on request) (70 points)
        • Yes publicly (100 points)
        • No (0 points)

        Source:

        Personal Interview (German Federal Environment Agency (UBA))

      • Is the scheme owner economically independent from the certificate holder?
        Answer: Yes
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • yes (100 points)

        Source:

        Personal Interview (German Federal Environment Agency (UBA))

      • Does the scheme owner have sustainability-oriented goals and objectives?
        Answer: Yes
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • yes (100 points)

        Source:

        https://www.blauer-engel.de/sites/default/files/pages/downloads/environmental-label-jury/anlage2-strategiepapier.pdf

      • Does the scheme owner have a strategy for meeting its sustainability-oriented goals and objectives?
        Answer: Yes publicly
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes (on request) (70 points)
        • Yes publicly (100 points)

        Source:

        https://www.blauer-engel.de/sites/default/files/pages/downloads/environmental-label-jury/anlage2-strategiepapier.pdf

    • Impact
      100/100
    • Supporting Strategies
      34/100
      • Does the scheme provide access to technical assistance for compliance with the standard?
        Answer: Yes
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes (100 points)
      • Does the scheme provide access to technical assistance beyond compliance with the standard?
        Answer: No
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes (100 points)
      • Does the scheme provide access to finance for enterprises seeking certification?
        Answer: No
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes (100 points)
  • Standard-Setting
    Standard development and revision
    95/100
    • Is the standard made available free of charge?
      Answer: Yes publicly
      Score: 100/100
      Possible answers
      • Yes (on request) (70 points)
      • Yes publicly (100 points)
      • No (0 points)

      Source:

      https://www.blauer-engel.de/de/fuer-unternehmen/vergabegrundlagen

    • Has a set of key sustainability issues in the sector or product lifecycle been defined in the standard-setting process?
      Answer: Yes
      Score: 100/100
      Possible answers
      • No (0 points)
      • yes (100 points)

      Source:

      http://www.blauer-engel.de/de/ihre-vorteile

    • Are the standard-setting procedures or a public summary of how stakeholders can engage made available?
      Answer: Yes publicly
      Score: 100/100
      Possible answers
      • Yes (on request) (70 points)
      • Yes publicly (100 points)
      • No (0 points)

      Source:

      http://www.blauer-engel.de/de/ihre-vorteile

    • Which stakeholders can participate in the standard-setting process?
      Answer: All stakeholders
      Score: 100/100
      Possible answers
      • Members only (10 points)
      • Invitation only (70 points)
      • All stakeholders (100 points)
    • Are stakeholders who are directly affected by the standard provided opportunities to participate in standard setting?
      Answer: Yes
      Score: 100/100
      Possible answers
      • No (0 points)
      • yes (100 points)

      Source:

      Personal Interview (German Federal Environment Agency (UBA))

    • Are draft standards field tested / piloted for relevance and auditability during the development process?
      Answer: Not Applicable
      Possible answers
      • Yes (100 points)
      • No (0 points)
      • Not applicable (0 points)
    • Does the scheme owner provide information on how the input received from consultations has been included in the final version of the standard?
      Answer: Yes (on request)
      Score: 70/100
      Possible answers
      • Yes (on request) (70 points)
      • Yes publicly (100 points)
      • No (0 points)

      Source:

      Personal Interview (German Federal Environment Agency (UBA))

    • Do the voting procedures of the decision-making body responsible for standard setting ensure that there is a balanced representation of stakeholder interests?
      Answer: Yes
      Score: 100/100
      Possible answers
      • No (0 points)
      • yes (100 points)

      Source:

      http://www.blauer-engel.de/de/der-blaue-engel/wer-steckt-dahinter/jury-umweltzeichen

    • Is the standard reviewed and, if necessary, revised at least every 5 years?
      Answer: Yes
      Score: 100/100
      Possible answers
      • No (0 points)
      • yes (100 points)

      Source:

      Personal Interview (German Federal Environment Agency (UBA))

    • Does the scheme ensure that guidance is in place to support consistent interpretation of the standard?
      Answer: Yes
      Score: 100/100
      Possible answers
      • No (0 points)
      • yes (100 points)

      Source:

      http://www.blauer-engel.de/de/ihre-vorteile

    • Are there procedures and guidance for application or interpretation of the standard to regional contexts?
      Answer: Not Applicable
      Possible answers
      • Yes (100 points)
      • No (0 points)
      • Not applicable (0 points)
    • Does the scheme owner have a complaints mechanism for the standard-setting process?
      Answer: Yes (on request)
      Score: 70/100
      Possible answers
      • Yes (on request) (70 points)
      • Yes, publicly (100 points)
      • No (0 points)

      Source:

      Personal Interview (German Federal Environment Agency (UBA))

  • Assurance
    Mechanisms for assessment of compliance with the standard
    93/100
    • Assurance System
      86/100
    • Conformity Assessment
      96/100
      • Conformity Assessment Process
        100/100
      • Sustainability Audits
        100/100
        • Does the scheme owner require CABs to be compliant with ISO/IEC 17065, ISO/IEC 17021, ISO/IEC 17020 or equivalent?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • No (0 points)
          • Yes (100 points)
          • Not Applicable (0 points)
        • At least how often do clients undergo a full audit process?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • 1 year or less (100 points)
          • 1-2 years (100 points)
          • 2-3 years (80 points)
          • 4-5 years (50 points)
          • 5 years or more (10 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
        • Is the frequency of an audit based in part on a risk assessment of the client?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • Yes (100 points)
          • No (0 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
        • What type of activities are CABs required to undertake during a full audit?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • Document review (off-site) only (10 points)
          • Document review on-site (70 points)
          • Field visit (incl. office visit & doc. review) (100 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
        • Does the scheme owner allow or require CABs to do unscheduled audits?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • Allowed (70 points)
          • Required (100 points)
          • Not allowed (0 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
        • Are auditors required to solicit external stakeholder input during the audit process?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • Yes (100 points)
          • No (0 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
        • Does the scheme owner require CABs to follow a consistent report format?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • Yes (100 points)
          • No (0 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
        • Are the people making the compliance decision different from those engaged in the audit process?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • Yes (100 points)
          • No (0 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
        • Does the scheme allow for group certification or verification?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • Yes (100 points)
          • No (0 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Group Certification
        100/100
        • Is the group required to have an internal management system?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • Yes (100 points)
          • No (0 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
        • Is there a requirement that at least all group sites are visited during the period of validity of the certificate?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • No (0 points)
          • Yes (100 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
        • Is there a sample size formula to determine the number of group members that is externally verified?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • No (0 points)
          • Yes (70 points)
          • Yes based on risk assessment (100 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
        • Do the requirements on group certification/verification define the conditions under which a group member shall be suspended or removed from a group?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • Member suspended from certification (0 points)
          • Member removed from a group (100 points)
          • Group suspension (0 points)
          • No repercussion (0 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Chain of Custody
        100/100
        • Does the scheme owner require CoC CABs to be compliant with ISO/IEC 17020, ISO/IEC 17021, or ISO/IEC 17065 or equivalent?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • Yes (100 points)
          • No (0 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
        • What is the most independent type of CoC conformity assessment required by the scheme?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • 1st party (0 points)
          • 2nd party (70 points)
          • 3rd party (100 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
        • What type of activities are CoC CABs required to undertake during a full CoC assessment?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • Document review (off-site) only (10 points)
          • Document review on-site (70 points)
          • Field visit (incl. office visit & doc. review) (100 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
        • Does the scheme owner require all enterprises that are physically handling the certified product to undergo a CoC audit if the product can be destined for retail sale as a certified, labelled product?
          Answer: Not Applicable
          Possible answers
          • Yes (100 points)
          • No (0 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Laboratory Testing
        75/100
        • In the documented assessment methodology, are test methods either referred to or included?
          Answer: Yes publicly
          Score: 100/100
          Possible answers
          • No (0 points)
          • Yes (on request) (70 points)
          • Yes publicly (100 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)

          Source:

          Survey of all Basic Award Criteria: https://www.blauer-engel.de/de/fuer-unternehmen/vergabegrundlagen

        • Does the scheme owner require laboratories to be accredited according to recognized laboratory accreditation standards?
          Answer: Yes to ISO 17025
          Score: 100/100
          Possible answers
          • No (0 points)
          • Yes to ISO 17025 (100 points)
          • Yes to other recognized standards (70 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)

          Source:

          http://www.blauer-engel.de/de/fuer-unternehmen/faqs-fuer-zeichenanwender

        • Are there rules on random sampling and testing for the compliance monitoring?
          Answer: No
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
          • Each month (0 points)
          • Each quarter (100 points)
          • Each 6 months (0 points)
          • Surprise tests (0 points)
          • Ad hoc (0 points)

          Source:

          https://www.blauer-engel.de/de/der-blaue-engel/faqs-fur-verbraucher

        • Is there a procedure to deal with non-compliant products manufactured by a client / licensee?
          Answer: Yes
          Score: 100/100
          Possible answers
          • Yes (100 points)
          • No (0 points)
          • Not applicable (0 points)

          Source:

          Personal Interview (German Federal Environment Agency (UBA))

    • Auditor Competencies
      100/100
      • Does the scheme owner define specific qualifications and competencies for CAB auditors?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes (100 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme owner require that CAB auditors successfully complete training on the standard and its interpretation?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes (100 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme owner require that CAB auditors successfully complete auditor training based on ISO 19011, or equivalent?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes (100 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme owner require that new auditors have a probationary period where their competence in an audit is assessed or supervised?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes (100 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme owner require that CAB auditors are evaluated at least every 3 years?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes (100 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme owner have or require that CABs have a continuing professional development program in place?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • Annually (0 points)
        • Ad Hoc (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme owner require that there are repercussions such as probation or suspension for the misconduct or poor performance of CAB personnel?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes (100 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
    • Accreditation / Oversight
      93/100
      • Does the scheme require a documented accreditation or oversight mechanism?
        Answer: Yes publicly available
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes available on request (70 points)
        • Yes publicly available (100 points)

        Source:

        https://www.blauer-engel.de/de/der-blaue-engel/wer-steckt-dahinter

      • Does the scheme owner require ISO 17011 compliance for ABs?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • Yes (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Is the accreditation or oversight body independent from the scheme owner?
        Answer: No
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
        • Yes (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)

        Source:

        BMUB and RAL are no separate legal entities.

      • How often do assurance providers undergo a full accreditation or oversight assessment?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • <1 year (100 points)
        • 1 year (100 points)
        • 2-3 years (80 points)
        • 4-5 years (50 points)
        • >5 years (10 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
        • None (0 points)
      • Is the frequency of an accreditation or oversight assessment based in part on a risk assessment of the client?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes (100 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme owner ensure that all CABs are free to apply to operate under the scheme, irrespective of their country of residence, size and of the existing number of providers already operating under the scheme?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • Yes (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme owner accept CABs that are accredited/accepted by ABs to similar or generic scopes (proxy accreditation)?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • No (100 points)
        • Yes (0 points)
        • Yes assess scheme-specific competence (80 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme owner require ABs or oversight bodies to have a documented complaints mechanism in place for compliance decisions?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • Yes (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme owner require ABs or oversight bodies to have a procedure in place for how CABs are required to address non-conformities using a corrective action process?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • Yes (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme owner require ABs or oversight bodies to make summary accreditation/oversight reports (with personal and commercially sensitive information removed) available?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes (on request) (70 points)
        • Yes publicly (100 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme owner ensure that the accreditation or oversight assessment includes an on-site assessment of the CAB?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes (100 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme owner ensure that the accreditation or oversight process includes a review of the performance of CABs and auditors in the field?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes (100 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
  • Claims & Traceability
    Claims and labelling policy and chain of custody
    100/100
    • Traceability
      100/100
      • Does the scheme owner have a documented Chain of Custody standard or other traceability requirements?
        Answer: Yes publicly available
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes available on request (70 points)
        • Yes publicly available (100 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)

        Source:

        https://www.blauer-engel.de/de/fuer-unternehmen/vergabegrundlagen

      • In terms of the level of traceability, which is the least strict CoC model that the scheme allows?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • Segregation (100 points)
        • Mass Balance (70 points)
        • Certificate Trading (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Are there any CoC requirements for non-certified material, in case mixing of certified with uncertified inputs is allowed?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • Yes (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme owner require CABs to verify that all enterprises within the chain maintain accurate and accessible records that allow any certified product or batch of products to be traceable from the point of sale to the buyer?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • Yes (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Are companies required to keep CoC records for at least the term of certificate validity?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • Yes (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme have a traceability system that enables checking of product flow between links of the supply chain?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • Yes (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
    • Claims & Labelling
      100/100
      • Does the scheme owner make documented requirements governing the use of symbols, logos and claims available?
        Answer: Yes publicly
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • Yes (on request) (70 points)
        • Yes publicly (100 points)

        Source:

        https://www.blauer-engel.de/de/fuer-unternehmen/wie-nutzen-sie-den-blauen-engel/logonutzung

      • Do claims and labelling requirements ensure that claims or logos clearly indicate to what they apply?
        Answer: Yes
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Yes (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)

        Source:

        https://www.blauer-engel.de/de/der-blaue-engel/was-steckt-dahinter/das-logo

      • Do claims requirements specify the types of claims that can be made for different types of CoC models, where the scheme owner allows for more than one model?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • Yes (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Are claims and label users required to use unique license numbers or other tracking mechanisms?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • Yes (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Does the scheme owner require surveillance of the accurate use of claims and labels in the market, including a complaints mechanism to report misuse?
        Answer: Yes
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Yes (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)

        Source:

        https://www.blauer-engel.de/de/der-blaue-engel/faqs-fur-verbraucher

      • Does the scheme require different claims depending on the percentage of certified / verified content in a product?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • Yes (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • What is the minimum percentage of a certified / verified input in a single ingredient product for a claim to be allowed for that product?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • 0-49% (25 points)
        • 50-74% (50 points)
        • 75-94% (80 points)
        • 95-100% (100 points)
        • Not specified (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • What is the minimum percentage of certified / verified material in a composite product for a claim to be allowed for that product?
        Answer: Not Applicable
        Possible answers
        • 0-20% (25 points)
        • 21-50% (50 points)
        • 51-74% (80 points)
        • 75-100% (100 points)
        • Not specified (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)
      • Is the label accompanied by an explanatory text claim or a link to further information?
        Answer: Yes
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Yes (100 points)
        • No (0 points)
        • Not applicable (0 points)

        Source:

        http://www.blauer-engel.de/de/der-blaue-engel/was-steckt-dahinter/das-logo

      • Does the scheme have a procedure that defines specific consequences of misuse of claims?
        Answer: Yes
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • No (0 points)
        • yes (100 points)

        Source:

        see contract for the use of Blue Angel

En­vir­on­ment 78%

  • Prohibition of Chemicals Harmful to the Environment
  • Thresholds for Wastewater Parameters (Basic)
  • Prohibition of Chemicals Harmful to Human Health - Textile
  • Hazardous chemicals - substances of very high concern under REACH
  • Limit Values for Chemical Residues
  • Requirements for the Production of Natural Fibres
  • Chemicals
    Restriction and handling of (hazardous) chemicals
    86/100
    • Chemical Use
      93/100
      • Does the standard include criteria on chemical use?
        Answer: Increase efficiency/reduce chemical use
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Document use of all chemicals (25 points)
        • Increase efficiency/reduce chemical use (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        Um für Verbraucherinnen und Verbraucher die Bemühungen der Produktionsverantwortung sichtbar zu machen, bedarf es einer transparenten und glaubwürdigen Produktinformation und Produktkennzeichnung. Ziel des Umweltzeichens ist deshalb, Produkte auszuzeichnen, die hohe Umweltstandards in der Produktion erfüllen, auf gesundheitsgefährdende Chemikalien verzichten, nachgewiesene Gebrauchseigenschaften aufweisen und bei denen in der Herstellung auf die Einhaltung der Umweltqualität und der ILO-Kernarbeitsnormen geachtet wurde. Das Umweltzeichen will somit eine Orientierung für den Konsum nachhaltiger Produkte bieten: • hoher Umweltstandard im Herstellungsprozess, • Verbesserung der Arbeitssicherheit und der sozialen Bedingungen in der Herstellung, • Vermeidung gesundheitsbelastender Chemikalien im Endprodukt, • nachgewiesene Gebrauchstauglichkeit.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154, 1.3 Ziele des Umweltzeichens

      • Does the standard include criteria on chemicals listed on the REACH Candidate List as substances of very high concern?
        Answer: Prohibit use
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Restrict use (50 points)
        • Prohibit use (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        An Farbmittel und Textilhilfsmittel gelten folgende Anforderungen: a) Farbmittel und Textilhilfsmittel dürfen keine Stoffe enthalten, die unter der Chemikalienverordnung REACH (EG/1907/2006)15 als besonders besorgniserregend identifiziert und in die gemäß REACH Artikel 59 Absatz 1 erstellte Liste (sogenannte „Kandidatenliste“) aufgenommen wurden. Es gilt die Fassung der Kandidatenliste zum Zeitpunkt der Antragsstellung16. Ist der Stoff Bestandteil einer Zubereitung (eines Gemisches), so darf seine Konzentration 0,10 Gewichtsprozent nicht überschreiten. Liegt nach der CLP-Verordnung (EG/1272/2008) ein strengerer, spezifischer Konzentrationsgrenzwert für einen Stoff in einem Gemisch vor, so gilt dieser. b) Farbmittel und Textilhilfsmittel müssen die Grenzwerte aus Kapitel 1 der ZDHC MRSL einhalten. Es gilt die Fassung der ZDHC MRSL zum Zeitpunkt der Antragstellung.17 (...)

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154, 3.6.1 Genereller Ausschluss von Stoffen mit bestimmten Eigenschaften

      • Does the standard include criteria on the use of biocides in the finishing process?
        Answer: Prohibit use
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Restrict use (50 points)
        • Prohibit use (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        Biozide im Sinne der Biozid-Verordnung (EU) Nr. 528/201221 und biostatische Produkte22 dürfen nicht verwendet werden. Topfkonservierer sind davon ausgenommen.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154, 3.6.2.4.1. Biozid und biostatische Produkte

      • Does the standard include criteria on the use of formaldehyde?
        Answer: Restrict use
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 50/100
        Possible answers
        • Restrict use (50 points)
        • Prohibit use (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        Der Gehalt an freiem und teilweise hydrolisierbarem Formaldehyd muss im Fertiggewebe für Bekleidung, Haustextilien und Bettwaren für Babys und Kleinkinder bis zum vollendeten dritten Lebensjahr unter 20 mg/kg, für alle anderen Textilien unter 75 mg/kg, sein.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154, 3.6.6.1 Formaldehyd

      • Does the standard include criteria on the use of nanomaterials?
        Answer: Prohibit use
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Restrict use (50 points)
        • Prohibit use (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        Technisch hergestellte Nanomaterialien mit den in Abschnitt 3.6.1 aufgeführten H-Sätzen dürfen nicht eingesetzt werden. Die Einstufung muss anhand von für die eingesetzte Nanoform des Stoffes geeigneten Daten vorgenommen werden.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154, 3.6.2.1.2 Einsatz von Nanomaterialien

      • Does the standard include criteria on the use of flame retardants?
        Answer: Prohibit use of halogenated flame retardants
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 80/100
        Possible answers
        • Prohibit use of halogenated flame retardants (80 points)
        • Prohibit use of halogenated and other flame retardants (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        Die flammhemmende Wirkung sollte vorzugsweise durch den Einsatz schwerentflammbarer Fasern oder durch die Gewebestruktur erreicht werden. Die Ausrüstung von Bekleidungstextilien mit Flammhemmstoffen ist nicht zulässig. Die Ausrüstung mit Flammhemmstoffen, die die Anforderungen unter 3.6.1 einhalten, von Haus- und Heimtextilien, Arbeitsschutzbekleidung und anderen technischen Textilien kann nach Prüfung des Umweltbundesamtes zugelassen werden. Halogenhaltige Flammhemmstoffe dürfen nicht eingesetzt werden. Produkte, die mit flammhemmenden Stoffen ausgerüstet sind, sind zu kennzeichnen.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154, S. 26, 3.6.2.4.2 Flammhemmstoffe

      • Does the standard include criteria on biodegredability of substances?
        Answer: Yes
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers

        Excerpt from standard:

        Mindestens 95 % (Trockengewicht) der Bestandteile eines für Garne angewandten Schlichtmittels müssen ausreichend biologisch abbaubar sein oder rezykliert werden. Berücksichtigt wird die Summe der einzelnen Bestandteile. (...) Mindestens 90 Gewichtsprozente der Inhaltsstoffe der verwendeten Weichgriffmittel und Komplexbildner müssen unter aeroben Bedingungen leicht biologisch abbaubar oder inhärent biologisch abbaubar und/oder in Kläranlagen eliminierbar sein Tenside müssen aerob leicht biologisch abbaubar sein. Alle nichtionischen und kationischen Tenside müssen auch unter anaeroben Bedingungen biologisch abbaubar sein.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154, 3.2.3. Anforderungen an die Abbaubarkeit von Hilfs- und Appreturmitteln für Fasern und Garne + 3.2.3.1. Schlichten + 3.6.3. Anforderungen an die Abbaubarkeit von Textilhilfsmitteln

      • Does the standard include criteria on H statements H400, H410, H411?
        Answer: Prohibit use for all applications
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Prohibit use for some applications (60 points)
        • Prohibit use for all applications (80 points)
        • Prohibit use of additional H statements for all applications (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        An Farbmittel und Textilhilfsmittel gelten folgende Anforderungen: (...) c) Farbmittel und Textilhilfsmittel, die gemäß den Kriterien der EG-Verordnung 1272/200818 mit den in der folgenden Tabelle 6 genannten H-Sätzen eingestuft sind oder die die Kriterien für eine solche Einstufung erfüllen, dürfen nicht eingesetzt werden.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154, 3.6.1 Genereller Ausschluss von Stoffen mit bestimmten Eigenschaften

      • Does the standard include criteria on H statements H300, H310, H330, H340, H341, H350, H351, H360, H361, H370, H371?
        Answer: Prohibit use for all applications
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Prohibit use for some applications (60 points)
        • Prohibit use for all applications (80 points)
        • Prohibit use of additional H statements for all applications (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        c) Farbmittel und Textilhilfsmittel, die gemäß den Kriterien der EG-Verordnung 1272/200818 mit den in der folgenden Tabelle 6 genannten H-Sätzen eingestuft sind oder die die Kriterien für eine solche Einstufung erfüllen, dürfen nicht eingesetzt werden.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154, 3.6.1 Genereller Ausschluss von Stoffen mit bestimmten Eigenschaften

      • Does the standard include criteria on testing the final product regarding residues of chemicals?
        Answer: Limit values for more than 10 residues are defined
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Limit values for less or equal than 10 residues are defined (50 points)
        • Limit values for more than 10 residues are defined (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        Die einzelstofflichen Anforderungen gelten zusätzlich zu den Anforderungen unter Ziffer 3.6.1 und 3.6.2 und konkretisieren diese, indem eine Prüfung am Endprodukt verlangt wird. Bei Recyclingfasern sind jährliche randomisierte analytische Untersuchungen durchzuführen.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154, 3.6.6. Einzelstoffliche Anforderungen und Prüfungen am Endprodukt

    • Handling of Hazardous Substances
      25/100
      • Does the standard include criteria on storage and labelling of chemicals?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
      • Does the standard include criteria on selective and targeted application of chemicals?
        Answer: Yes
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers

        Excerpt from standard:

        Um für Verbraucherinnen und Verbraucher die Bemühungen der Produktionsverantwortung sichtbar zu machen, bedarf es einer transparenten und glaubwürdigen Produktinformation und Produktkennzeichnung. Ziel des Umweltzeichens ist deshalb, Produkte auszuzeichnen, die hohe Umweltstandards in der Produktion erfüllen, auf gesundheitsgefährdende Chemikalien verzichten, nachgewiesene Gebrauchseigenschaften aufweisen und bei denen in der Herstellung auf die Einhaltung der Umweltqualität und der ILO-Kernarbeitsnormen geachtet wurde. Das Umweltzeichen will somit eine Orientierung für den Konsum nachhaltiger Produkte bieten: • hoher Umweltstandard im Herstellungsprozess, • Verbesserung der Arbeitssicherheit und der sozialen Bedingungen in der Herstellung, • Vermeidung gesundheitsbelastender Chemikalien im Endprodukt, • nachgewiesene Gebrauchstauglichkeit.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154, 3.1. Ziele des Umweltzeichens

      • Does the standard include criteria on training on chemicals handling and exposure?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
      • Does the standard include criteria on specific procedures/controls to deal with pollution incidents (to mitigate environmental impacts)?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers

        Excerpt from standard:

  • Water
    Water usage and wastewater treatment
    81/100
    • Water Use
      0/100
      • Does the standard include criteria on water consumption in the production phase?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
        • Monitor volumes of water consumption over time (50 points)
        • Monitor water volumes & increase efficiency (100 points)
    • Wastewater
      95/100
      • Does the standard include criteria on wastewater quality and wastewater treatment?
        Answer: Treat wastewater
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Monitor wastewater quality over time (25 points)
        • Treat wastewater (75 points)
        • Treat wastewater with parameters defined to ensure appropriate quality of wastewater (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        Waste water from wet-processing sites (except waste water from water retting of flax and other bast fibres) shall, when discharged to surface waters, not exceed the following limits: • COD: 160 mg/l (expressed as an average yearly value), • BSB5: 30 mg/l, • Sulphite: 1 mg/l, • Ammonium nitrogen: 10 mg/l, • Total nitrogen: 20 mg/l, • Phosphorous: total 2 mg/l,

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154; 3.6.4.1 Requirements for waste water at the discharge point (direct discharge)

      • Does the standard include criteria on wastewater volumes (per unit of production)?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
        • Monitor wastewater volumes over time (25 points)
        • Limit wastewater volumes (100 points)
      • Does the standard include threshold values on basic wastewater parameters?
        Answer: For different production steps
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Only for one production step (50 points)
        • For different production steps (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        Abwasser aus Nassbehandlungsanlagen (mit Ausnahme von Abwasser aus der Wasserrotte von Flachs und sonstigen Bastfasern) darf bei der Einleitung in ein Gewässer folgende Werte nicht überschreiten: • CSB: 160 mg/l (ausgedrückt als Jahresdurchschnittswert) (...) Der pH-Wert des in Oberflächengewässer eingeleiteten Abwassers muss zwischen 6 und 9 betragen (wenn der pH-Wert des Vorfluters nicht außerhalb dieses Bereichs liegt), und die Temperatur muss weniger als 35 °C betragen (wenn diese Temperatur nicht bereits im Vorfluter überschritten wird).

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154, S. 11: 3.2.2.2.2 Anforderung an das Abwasser für die Einleitungsstelle (Direkteinleitung); S. 28-30, 3.3.4 Anforderungen an Wasser aus der Textilveredlung

      • Does the standard include threshold values on advanced wastewater parameters?
        Answer: All of these parameters are covered
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Not all of these parameters are covered (85 points)
        • All of these parameters are covered (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        Das Abwasser darf vor der Vermischung mit anderem Abwasser folgende Werte nicht überschreiten: • AOX: 0,5 mg/l • Sulfid: 1 mg/l • Kupfer: 0,5 mg/l • Nickel: 0,5 mg/l • Chrom gesamt: 0,5 mg/l • Zinn: 2 mg/l • Zink: 2 mg/l

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154, 3.6.4.1. Anforderungen an Wasser aus der Textilveredlung

  • Inputs
    Requirements on the materials used in the final product
    100/100
    • Fibres
      100/100
      • Does the standard include criteria on the production of natural fibres?
        Answer: Fibres are extensively tested for agrochemical residues AND production follows IPM
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Fibres are extensively tested for agrochemical residues (40 points)
        • Fibres are extensively tested for agrochemical residues AND production follows IPM (50 points)
        • Less than 50% of fibres is organic (non-organic fibres has to be tested for agrochemical residues) (60 points)
        • 51% - 90% of fibres is organic (non-organic fibres has to be tested for agrochemical residues) (80 points)
        • More than 90% of fibres is organic (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        Textile Naturfasern (Baumwolle, Kapok, Leinen, Hanf, Flachs, Wolle) sowie andere pflanzliche Rohstoffe (zur Herstellung von Polylactid) stammen aus kontrolliert biologischem Anbau (kbA) bzw. kontrolliert biologischer Tierhaltung (kbT) oder aus Fasern aus der Umstellungsphase11 und erfüllen die Bedingungen der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 834/2007 (EG-Öko-Verordnung) oder des amerikanischen National Organic Programme (NOP). Zellulose für Zellulose-Kunstfasern sowie die pflanzlichen Rohstoffe für die Herstellung von Latex müssen von Holz stammen, das nach den Grundsätzen der nachhaltigen Forstwirtschaft gemäß der Definition der FAO angebaut wurde. Auf sämtlichen Stufen der Verarbeitungskette muss gewährleistet sein, dass kontrolliert biologische Fasern und Produkte nicht mit konventionellen Fasern und Produkten vermischt werden und dass kontrolliert biologische Fasern nicht durch Kontakt mit unzulässigen Stoffen kontaminiert werden.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154: 3.2.1 Anforderungen an die Herkunft von Naturfasern und Zellulose

      • Does the standard include criteria on the production of synthetic fibers?
        Answer: Specific criteria depending on different types of synthetic fibers
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • General criteria (25 points)
        • Specific criteria depending on different types of synthetic fibers (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        "(...) Polyesterfasern (...) Polyamidfasern (...) Polyacrylfasern (...) Elastanfasern (...) Polypropylenfasern (...)"

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154: 3.2.2.5. Polyesterfasern, 3.2.2.6. Polyamidfasern, 3.2.2.7. Polyacrylfasern, 3.2.2.8. Elastanfasern, 3.2.2.9. Polypropylenfasern

      • Does the standard include criteria on the usage of recycled material?
        Answer: Use of recycled material in packaging
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 90/100
        Possible answers
        • Use of recycled material in packaging (10 points)
        • Use of recycled material in product (90 points)
        • Use of recycled material in packaging and product (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        Recyclingfasern aus Polyamid und Polyester müssen die unter diesen Faserarten aufgeführten Kriterien erfüllen. Für andere Recyclingfasern gelten die hier unter Punkt 3.2.2 aufgeführten Kriterien nicht.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154: 3.2.2.1. Anforderungen an Recyclingfasern

  • Quality
    Usability und durability of products
    100/100
    • Quality and Suitability
      100/100
      • Does the standard cover criteria on the quality of textiles?
        Answer: All four aspects (fastness of rubbing/ perspiration/ light/ washing) are tested
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Less than four aspects are tested (75 points)
        • All four aspects (fastness of rubbing/ perspiration/ light/ washing) are tested (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        Nach dem Waschen und Trocknen gemäß der Pflegehinweise dürfen sich die Abmessungen am fertigen Textil höchstens wie folgt ändern (Tabelle 11):

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154: 3.7 Gebrauchstauglichkeit, 3.7.1 Änderungen und Abmessungen während Waschen und Trocknen

  • Energy
    Energy consumption and renewable energy
    0/100
    • Energy Consumption
      0/100
      • Does the standard include criteria on energy consumption in the production phase?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
        • Monitor energy consumption over time (50 points)
        • Increase efficiency/reduce energy consumption OR increase use of renewables (90 points)
        • Increase efficiency/reduce energy consumption AND increase use of renewables (100 points)
  • Waste & Air Pollution
    Reduction and management of waste and air pollutants
    24/100
    • Waste Production
      0/100
      • Does the standard include criteria on volumes of waste?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
        • Monitor volumes of waste over time (50 points)
        • Reduce volumes of waste (100 points)
      • Does the standard include criteria on re-using or recycling waste on-site?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
      • Does the standard include criteria on toxicity of waste?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
        • Document toxic waste (25 points)
        • Reduce and/or treat toxic waste (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

    • Waste Management
      0/100
      • Does the standard include criteria on waste management in the production phase?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
      • Does the standard include criteria on waste segregation?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
      • Does the standard include criteria on safe disposal of hazardous waste?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers

        Excerpt from standard:

      • Does the standard include criteria on uncontrolled on-site waste burning?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
        • Restrict waste burning (75 points)
        • Prohibit waste burning (100 points)
      • Does the standard include criteria on uncontrolled waste landfilling?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
        • Restrict waste landfilling (75 points)
        • Prohibit waste landfilling (100 points)
      • Does the standard include criteria on handling or disposal of waste by third parties?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
        • Keep records on third party contractors (25 points)
        • Evaluate third party contractors (in terms of suitability and disposal/treatment methods) (100 points)
    • Air pollution (excl. GHG) & Immission
      60/100
      • Does the standard include criteria on air pollution?
        Answer: Reduce emissions (through end-of-pipe technology)
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers
        • Monitor emissions over time (50 points)
        • Reduce emissions (through end-of-pipe technology) (90 points)
        • Increase emission efficiency (reduce emissions at source) (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        Bei Viskose- und Modalfasern darf der Schwefelgehalt der Emissionen von Schwefelverbindungen in die Luft infolge der Verarbeitung während der Faserproduktion, ausgedrückt als Jahresmittelwert, 30 g/kg erzeugte Stapelfasern und für Filamentfasern für Chargenwäsche 40 g/kg und für integrierte Wäsche 170 g/kg nicht übersteigen. Werden in einem bestimmten Betrieb beide Fasertypen hergestellt, dürfen die Gesamtemissionen die entsprechend gewichteten Durchschnittswerte nicht übersteigen. (...) Beim Thermofixieren, Thermosolieren, Beschichten, Imprägnieren oder Appretieren von Textilien, einschließlich der zugehörigen Trocknungsanlagen, darf die Summe organischer Stoffe als Gesamt-Kohlenstoff 0,8 g C / kg Textilien nicht überschreiten. Aus Verschleppungen von vorgeschalteten Prozessen und aus Restgehalten von Präparationen dürfen zusätzlich maximal jeweils 0,4 g C / kg Textilien emittiert werden. Es gelten die Anforderungen der TA Luft.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154: 3.2.2.4.2. Emissionen in die Luft, 3.6.5 Anforderungen an Abluftemissionen in der Textilveredlung

      • For which production phase does the standard include criteria on air pollution?
        Answer: For some production steps
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 50/100
        Possible answers
        • For some production steps (50 points)
        • For all production steps (100 points)

        Excerpt from standard:

        Bei Viskose- und Modalfasern darf der Schwefelgehalt der Emissionen von Schwefelverbindungen in die Luft infolge der Verarbeitung während der Faserproduktion, ausgedrückt als Jahresmittelwert, 30 g/kg erzeugte Stapelfasern und für Filamentfasern für Chargenwäsche 40 g/kg und für integrierte Wäsche 170 g/kg nicht übersteigen. Werden in einem bestimmten Betrieb beide Fasertypen hergestellt, dürfen die Gesamtemissionen die entsprechend gewichteten Durchschnittswerte nicht übersteigen. (...) Beim Thermofixieren, Thermosolieren, Beschichten, Imprägnieren oder Appretieren von Textilien, einschließlich der zugehörigen Trocknungsanlagen, darf die Summe organischer Stoffe als Gesamt-Kohlenstoff 0,8 g C / kg Textilien nicht überschreiten. Aus Verschleppungen von vorgeschalteten Prozessen und aus Restgehalten von Präparationen dürfen zusätzlich maximal jeweils 0,4 g C / kg Textilien emittiert werden. Es gelten die Anforderungen der TA Luft.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154: 3.2.2.4.2 Emissionen in die Luft, 3.2.2.6 Polyamidfasern, 3.2.2.7 Polyacrylfasern, 3.6.5 Anforderungen an Abluftemissionen in der Textilveredlung

  • Environmental Management
    Sound environmental management practices
    40/100
    • Environmental Management
      40/100
      • Does the standard include a general criterion on compliance with all relevant local, regional and national environmental laws and regulations?
        Answer: Yes
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers

        Excerpt from standard:

        Die Einhaltung bestehender Gesetze und Verordnungen in der jeweils gültigen Fassung wird für die mit dem Umweltzeichen gekennzeichneten Produkte vorausgesetzt. Es werden insbesondere die durch die Chemikalienverordnung (EG) Nr. 1907/2006 und die CLP-Verordnung (Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1272/2008) definierten stofflichen Anforderungen berücksichtigt.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154: 1.4. Einhaltung gesetzlicher Vorgaben

      • Does the standard include criteria to ensure that relevant and up-to-date permits are held (such as water use rights or land use titles)?
        Answer: Yes
        Degree of Obligation: Immediately
        Score: 100/100
        Possible answers

        Excerpt from standard:

        Die Einhaltung bestehender Gesetze und Verordnungen in der jeweils gültigen Fassung wird für die mit dem Umweltzeichen gekennzeichneten Produkte vorausgesetzt. Es werden insbesondere die durch die Chemikalienverordnung (EG) Nr. 1907/2006 und die CLP-Verordnung (Verordnung (EG) Nr. 1272/2008) definierten stofflichen Anforderungen berücksichtigt.

        Referenzdokumente:

        Vergabegrundlage für Umweltzeichen Textilien RAL-UZ 154: 1.4. Einhaltung gesetzlicher Vorgaben

      • Does the standard include criteria on assessing the environmental risks and impacts of production/operations prior to any significant intensification or expansion of business operations/cultivation and infrastructure?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
      • Does the standard include criteria on mitigating negative environmental impacts prior to production/operation?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
      • Does the standard include criteria on stakeholder engagement to achieve environmental targets?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
        • Maintain stakeholder lists (25 points)
        • Inform appropriate stakeholders on environmental targets (50 points)
        • Consult appropriate stakeholders to achieve environmental targets (100 points)

So­cio-E­co­nom­ic 39%

  • Prohibition and Abolition of Forced Labour
  • Prohibition of Child Labour (Minimum Age/ILO 138)
  • Freedom of Association
  • Collective Bargaining
  • Prohibition of Worst Forms of Child Labour
  • Equal Remuneration (manufacturing stage)
  • Non-Discrimination (manufacturing stage)
  • Occupational Health and Safety.
  • Workers' Rights and Benefits of Sub-Contractors
  • Labour Contracts
  • Working Hours (manufacturing stage)
  • Labour Rights and Working Conditions
    Workers’ rights and working conditions
    55/100
    • Basic Labour Rights
      65/100
      • Child Labour
        80/100
        • Does the standard include criteria on the prohibition of child labour as defined under ILO 138?
          Answer: Yes
          Degree of Obligation: Immediately
          Score: 100/100
          Possible answers

          Excerpt from standard:

          Grundlegende Prinzipien und Rechte in Bezug auf die universellen Menschenrechte, wie sie in den geltenden Kernarbeitsnormen der Internationalen Arbeitsorganisation32 (ILO) festgelegt sind, müssen während der Endfertigung Konfektionierung (tier 1) der mit dem Umweltzeichen gekennzeichneten Produkte erfüllt werden. (...) Einhaltung des Mindestalters (ILO 138): Die beschäftigten Arbeitskräfte dürfen nicht unter 15 Jahre alt oder eine Person im schulpflichtigen Alter oder eine Person, die das in dem jeweiligen Land geltende Mindestalter für eine Beschäftigung noch nicht erreicht hat, sein, wobei die höchste dieser Altersstufen maßgeblich ist.

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        • Does the standard cover requirements on the prevention of worst forms of child labour as defined under ILO 182?
          Answer: Yes
          Degree of Obligation: Immediately
          Score: 100/100
          Possible answers

          Excerpt from standard:

          Grundlegende Prinzipien und Rechte in Bezug auf die universellen Menschenrechte, wie sie in den geltenden Kernarbeitsnormen der Internationalen Arbeitsorganisation32 (ILO) festgelegt sind, müssen während der Endfertigung Konfektionierung (tier 1) der mit dem Umweltzeichen gekennzeichneten Produkte erfüllt werden. (...) Verbot von schlimmsten Formen von Kinderarbeit (ILO 182): Verbot der Sklaverei oder alle Sklaverei ähnlichen Praktiken, wie den Verkauf von Kindern und den Kinderhandel, Schuldknechtschaft und Leibeigenschaft sowie Zwangs- oder Pflichtarbeit.

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        • Does the standard require that assistance be provided to replaced child workers?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard require verification and documentation of age of (young) workers?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard include criteria on special treatment of young workers?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
      • Wages and Benefits
        0/100
        • Does the standard require paying wages sufficient to meet basic needs of the worker and his or her family (living wage)?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard require paying legal minimum wages and social benefits?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard require compensating overtime?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard require paid leave?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
          • one out of 3 (casual/ sick/ annual) (50 points)
          • two out of three (75 points)
          • all (100 points)
        • Does the standard require wages being paid in a timely, regular and convenient manner understood by all employees?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
          • yes, some (70 points)
          • yes, all (100 points)
      • Freedom of Association and Collective Bargaining
        89/100
        • Does the standard include criteria on freedom of association and the right to organize as described in ILO 87?
          Answer: Yes
          Degree of Obligation: Immediately
          Score: 100/100
          Possible answers

          Excerpt from standard:

          Grundlegende Prinzipien und Rechte in Bezug auf die universellen Menschenrechte, wie sie in den geltenden Kernarbeitsnormen der Internationalen Arbeitsorganisation32 (ILO) festgelegt sind, müssen während der Endfertigung Konfektionierung (tier 1) der mit dem Umweltzeichen gekennzeichneten Produkte erfüllt werden.

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        • Does the standard include criteria on the right to collective bargaining, as laid down by ILO 98?
          Answer: Yes
          Degree of Obligation: Immediately
          Score: 100/100
          Possible answers

          Excerpt from standard:

          Grundlegende Prinzipien und Rechte in Bezug auf die universellen Menschenrechte, wie sie in den geltenden Kernarbeitsnormen der Internationalen Arbeitsorganisation32 (ILO) festgelegt sind, müssen während der Endfertigung Konfektionierung (tier 1) der mit dem Umweltzeichen gekennzeichneten Produkte erfüllt werden. (...) Recht auf Kollektivverhandlungen (ILO 98): Das Recht der Arbeitskräfte auf Tarifverhandlungen muss gewahrt sein.

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        • Does the standard include criteria on the formation of workers representations where freedom of association is restricted by law?
          Answer: allow
          Degree of Obligation: Immediately
          Score: 90/100
          Possible answers
          • allow (90 points)
          • promote (100 points)

          Excerpt from standard:

          Grundlegende Prinzipien und Rechte in Bezug auf die universellen Menschenrechte, wie sie in den geltenden Kernarbeitsnormen der Internationalen Arbeitsorganisation32 (ILO) festgelegt sind, müssen während der Endfertigung Konfektionierung (tier 1) der mit dem Umweltzeichen gekennzeichneten Produkte erfüllt werden. (...) Recht auf Vereinigungsfreiheit (ILO 87): Recht der Arbeitskräfte auf Gründung von Organisationen und Beitritt zu diesen.

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        • Does the standard include criteria on worker grievance mechanisms?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
          • define policy and procedure (50 points)
          • +monitor, follow up on and inform about outcome of grievances (75 points)
          • +no retribution (100 points)
      • Answer:
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
      • Voluntary Labour
        60/100
        • Does the standard prohibit forced and compulsory labour as defined in ILO 29 and 105?
          Answer: Yes
          Degree of Obligation: Immediately
          Score: 100/100
          Possible answers

          Excerpt from standard:

          Grundlegende Prinzipien und Rechte in Bezug auf die universellen Menschenrechte, wie sie in den geltenden Kernarbeitsnormen der Internationalen Arbeitsorganisation32 (ILO) festgelegt sind, müssen während der Endfertigung Konfektionierung (tier 1) der mit dem Umweltzeichen gekennzeichneten Produkte erfüllt werden. (...) Verbot von Zwangsarbeit (ILO 29 und 105): Hiernach dürfen die Produkte nicht unter Anwendung von Zwangs- oder Pflichtarbeit einschließlich Schuldknechtschaft (Arbeit oder Dienstleistung, die von einer Person nicht freiwillig angeboten und unter Androhung von Strafe oder Repressalien geleistet oder als Rückzahlung einer Schuld eingefordert wurde), unfreiwillige Gefängnisarbeit, Sklavenarbeit oder Arbeit basierend auf Menschenhandel hergestellt worden sein; Verpflichtung zur Beseitigung von Zwangs- oder Pflichtarbeit.

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        • Does the standard include criteria on the freedom of movemenent of employees?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard prohibit the withholding of workers' documents?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
      • Gender
        35/100
        • Does the standard include criteria on having policies and/ or processes in place that prevent discrimination of women and men in the workplace?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard address the payment of equal wages as defined in ILO 100?
          Answer: Yes
          Degree of Obligation: Immediately
          Score: 100/100
          Possible answers

          Excerpt from standard:

          Grundlegende Prinzipien und Rechte in Bezug auf die universellen Menschenrechte, wie sie in den geltenden Kernarbeitsnormen der Internationalen Arbeitsorganisation32 (ILO) festgelegt sind, müssen während der Endfertigung Konfektionierung (tier 1) der mit dem Umweltzeichen gekennzeichneten Produkte erfüllt werden. (...) Gleichheit des Entgelts (ILO 100): Verpflichtung zur Förderung und Sicherstellung des Grundsatzes der Gleichheit des Entgelts männlicher und weiblicher Arbeitskräfte für gleichwertige Arbeit für alle Arbeitnehmer. „Gleichheit des Entgelts männlicher und weiblicher Arbeitskräfte für gleichwertige Arbeit" bezieht sich auf Entgeltsätze, die ohne Rücksicht auf den Unterschied des Geschlechts festgesetzt sind.

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        • Does the standard include criteria on the right to maternity leave (as defined in ILO 183)?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
          • partial compliance (50 points)
          • full compliance (90 points)
          • beyond 183 (100 points)
      • Non-Discrimination
        90/100
        • Does the standard include criteria on the non-discrimination in the workplace, as defined in ILO 111?
          Answer: Yes
          Degree of Obligation: Immediately
          Score: 100/100
          Possible answers

          Excerpt from standard:

          Grundlegende Prinzipien und Rechte in Bezug auf die universellen Menschenrechte, wie sie in den geltenden Kernarbeitsnormen der Internationalen Arbeitsorganisation32 (ILO) festgelegt sind, müssen während der Endfertigung Konfektionierung (tier 1) der mit dem Umweltzeichen gekennzeichneten Produkte erfüllt werden. (...) Nichtdiskriminierung in Beschäftigung und Beruf (ILO 111): Beschäftigung unabhängig von der Rasse, der Hautfarbe, des Geschlechts, des Glaubensbekenntnisses, der politischen Meinung, der nationalen Abstammung oder der sozialen Herkunft.

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        • Does the standard include criteria on the non-discrimination of persons with disabilities?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
      • Working Hours
        100/100
        • Does the standard include criteria on working hours, as defined in ILO Convention 1?
          Answer: Yes
          Degree of Obligation: Immediately
          Score: 100/100
          Possible answers

          Excerpt from standard:

          Grundlegende Prinzipien und Rechte in Bezug auf die universellen Menschenrechte, wie sie in den geltenden Kernarbeitsnormen der Internationalen Arbeitsorganisation32 (ILO) festgelegt sind, müssen während der Endfertigung Konfektionierung (tier 1) der mit dem Umweltzeichen gekennzeichneten Produkte erfüllt werden.(...) Begrenzung der Arbeitszeit (ILO 1): Begrenzung der durchschnittlichen Arbeitszeit auf acht Stunden täglich und 48 Stunden wöchentlich sowie maximal 12 freiwillig geleistete und bezahlte Überstunden pro Woche.

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      • Scope of Labour Rights
        70/100
        • Do worker's rights and benefits set out by the standard apply to all forms of work?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Do the standard's rights and benefits for workers also apply to sub-contracted labour?
          Answer: Yes
          Degree of Obligation: Immediately
          Score: 100/100
          Possible answers

          Excerpt from standard:

          Grundlegende Prinzipien und Rechte in Bezug auf die universellen Menschenrechte, wie sie in den geltenden Kernarbeitsnormen der Internationalen Arbeitsorganisation32 (ILO) festgelegt sind, müssen während der Endfertigung Konfektionierung (tier 1) der mit dem Umweltzeichen gekennzeichneten Produkte erfüllt werden. (...) Rechte gelten für untervergebene Arbeit: Die eingeräumten Rechte gelten auch für Arbeitende, die über Subunternehmer angestellt sind.

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        • Does the standard include criteria on the establishment of labour contracts compliant with national legal requirements?
          Answer: Yes
          Degree of Obligation: Immediately
          Score: 100/100
          Possible answers

          Excerpt from standard:

          Grundlegende Prinzipien und Rechte in Bezug auf die universellen Menschenrechte, wie sie in den geltenden Kernarbeitsnormen der Internationalen Arbeitsorganisation32 (ILO) festgelegt sind, müssen während der Endfertigung Konfektionierung (tier 1) der mit dem Umweltzeichen gekennzeichneten Produkte erfüllt werden. (...) Arbeitsvertrag in Schriftform: Arbeitende erhalten einen schriftlichen, den gesetzlichen Vorgaben entsprechenden, Arbeitsvertrag.

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      • Labour Rights Management
        0/100
        • Does the standard include requirements on setting up policies or procedures to manage basic labour rights in the workplace?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
    • Answer:
      Score: 0/100
      Possible answers
    • Answer:
      Score: 0/100
      Possible answers
    • Health and Safety
      32/100
      • Workers Health
        80/100
        • Does the standard include criteria on occupational health and safety, as defined in ILO 155?
          Answer: full compliance with ILO 155
          Degree of Obligation: Immediately
          Score: 100/100
          Possible answers
          • partial compliance with ILO 155 (70 points)
          • full compliance with ILO 155 (100 points)

          Excerpt from standard:

          Grundlegende Prinzipien und Rechte in Bezug auf die universellen Menschenrechte, wie sie in den geltenden Kernarbeitsnormen der Internationalen Arbeitsorganisation32 (ILO) festgelegt sind, müssen während der Endfertigung Konfektionierung (tier 1) der mit dem Umweltzeichen gekennzeichneten Produkte erfüllt werden. (...) Gewährleistung von Arbeitsschutz/-sicherheit (ILO 155): Maßnahmen zur Vermeidung von Unfällen und Gesundheitsschäden, die während, in Folge oder im Zusammenhang mit der Arbeit entstehen.

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        • Does the standard include requirements on workplace conditions?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
          • yes, some (50 points)
          • yes, all (100 points)
        • Does the standard require policies and procedures to manage health and safety in the workplace?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
      • Access to Medical Services
        0/100
        • Does the standard include criteria on the access to basic medical services for workers?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
          • only treatment of acute work-related accidents / illness (70 points)
          • work-related accidents plus preventative care (100 points)
        • Does the standard require compensation payments/ covering of costs in case of work related accidents and injuries?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
          • partial coverage of costs (50 points)
          • full coverage of costs (90 points)
          • compensation (100 points)
      • Sanitation
        0/100
        • Does the standard require that workers have access to safe drinking water?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard require access to clean and improved sanitation facilities?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
      • Building and Fire Safety
        0/100
        • Does the standard include criteria on building safety?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard cover fire-preparedness?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard include criteria on evacuation safety?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
      • Prohibition of Harassment and Abuse (manufacturing stage)
        0/100
        • Does the standard prohibit harassment or abuse of workers?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
  • Business Practice and Ethical Issues
    Legality and ethics in business practice
    0/100
    • Economic Development and Fair Business Practice
      0/100
      • Economic Sustainability
        0/100
        • Does the standard include criteria on the provision of professional training for workers?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard include criteria on business viability?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard include criteria on management plans for continuous improvement?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard include criteria on improving productivity?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
      • Legality
        0/100
        • Does the standard include a requirement for compliance with relevant local, regional and national laws and regulations?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard include criteria on business legality?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
      • Responsible Sourcing Practices
        0/100
        • Does the standard include criteria on price premiums?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard's rights and benefits for workers also apply to input suppliers?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard include criteria on reducing time pressure for suppliers?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
    • Corruption and Bribery
      0/100
      • Does the standard include criteria on the prevention of corruption and bribery?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
      • Does the standard include criteria on conducting a due diligence assessment of business partners, including subsidiaries and contractors?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
      • Does the standard include criteria on training workers in positions of responsibility workers on issues of corruption and bribery?
        Answer: No
        Degree of Obligation: Not covered
        Score: 0/100
        Possible answers
  • Social & Cultural Rights and Community Engagement
    Basic economic, social and cultural rights
    0/100
    • Social and Cultural Rights
      0/100
      • Local Economic Development
        0/100
        • Does the standard include criteria relating to a preference to purchase local materials, goods, products and services?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard include criteria relating to hiring workers from local communities?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard include criteria on investment in community development beyond the business' operations?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
        • Does the standard include criteria on not adversely affecting local communities and neigboring small producers access to livelihoods (especially land and water)?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
      • Community Rights
        0/100
        • Does the standard include criteria on dispute resolution mechanisms for affected communities?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
          • grievance mechanism (75 points)
          • +compensation mechanism (100 points)
        • Does the standard include criteria on the protection of local historical, archaeological, cultural, and spiritual properties and sites?
          Answer: No
          Degree of Obligation: Not covered
          Score: 0/100
          Possible answers
          • protect (75 points)
          • do not impede access (100 points)

Which lifecycle phases are covered by the standard?

Raw materials extraction and production

Cultivation of natural fibers (e.g. cotton) and production of synthetic fibers (e.g. polyester)

Manufacturing

The production and further processing of yarns and fabrics into a finished garment involves many sub-steps (e.g. spinning, weaving and knitting, sewing, tailoring and finishing)

Transportation / distribution

The transport route from one production stage to the next as well as to the end consumer

Products use and consumption

Usage through the owner

End-of-life

Proper disposal of textiles or return of materials to the cycle (recycling)