express.com Sustainability Information
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Sustainability Claims
Express prohibits its suppliers from using operations or materials from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and bans the use of cotton from Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan in the production of its goods. The company uses independent third-party auditors to consistently monitor its supply chain and ensure compliance with its Supplier Code of Conduct. Express does not support sandblasting practices during manufacturing and limits its wool use to non-mulesed or recycled sources while completely avoiding alpaca in its products.
Note: While these are the brand's sustainability claims, third-party certifications can provide more reliable verification of sustainable practices. And always look for the following criteria for a sustainable brand: use of sustainable materials (organic, recycled), fair labor practices and worker safety, transparent supply chain, eco-friendly packaging, and commitment to reducing environmental impact through waste reduction and energy efficiency. Preferably mentioned with numbers and percentages.