PUMA has developed an action plan and set a milestone to achieve full transparency in its supply chain. Achieve 100% removal of every perfluorocarbon substance (PFCs) from products by the end of 2017.
German sportswear company PUMA has developed an action plan to eliminate chemicals from its products and set a milestone to achieve full transparency in its supply chain.
This action is part of its commitment to detoxification initiated by Greenpeace to remove 100% of every perfluorocarbon substance (PFCs) from its products by the end of 2017.
PFCs are used in the manufacturing process of clothing and footwear to keep them stain-resistant and water-repellent. However, once released into the environment, these chemicals are known to accumulate in the environment and may affect human health. Some of these substances can damage the immune and reproductive systems and cause certain diseases such as thyroid disease.
Launched in 2011 by the detox movement Detox, environmental pressure group Greenpeace continues to call on international apparel brands to remove harmful chemicals from their supply chains and products by 2020.
“PUMA’s statement shows that the company is taking its commitment to detox seriously. A detailed action plan to phase out hazardous chemicals and disclose emission data is another major step towards a toxic-free future.” Greenpeace Germany detox initiative manfred santen said.
PUMA also promised to publish emission data for 80% of its global suppliers by the end of 2014.
Greenpeace pointed out that PUMA’s commitment exceeds Adidas’s commitment in June this year that 99% of its products will be free of PFCs by 2017, while Nike’s progress is far behind and lacks the ability to remove harmful chemicals before 2020. plan.
“PUMA lives up to its corporate slogan of “Always Ahead” and once again leads the sportswear industry. Now, how do Nike and Lining fulfill their promises to consumers? ” santen said.
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