Do you know that there are chemicals in your clothes?

Chemistry is everywhere. Let’s take a closer look at its connection to fashion. Chemicals are used in clothes to enhance their properties and performance. They serve various functions like dyeing, finishing and creating specific textures or effects, such as being water-resistant.

What do you know about chemicals' impact on your health and the planet?

The clothing we wear and the textiles and leather we use at our homes can affect our health. They also affect the garment workers in production facilities and the global environment. Substances such as azo colorants, pentachlorophenol, PFAS, cadmium and lead can all cause adverse health issues such as skin irritation, allergies and rashes.

Research has proven that there are hundreds of chemicals hidden in our clothes. Check the information prepared by our partner remake.world to better understand the impact chemicals have on your health and the environment. Learn what you can do about it!

A Relationship with Chemistry

Read the interview with our Product Manager Julian who holds a PhD in chemistry and get inspired by his passion!

Did you know that our certifications focus on different areas of chemicals? 

1. STANDARD 100 & LEATHER STANDARD: Chemicals in products affecting customer health 

• All certified articles are tested against a list of over 1,000 harmful substances  
• Every thread, button and accessory is tested 
• The more intensive the skin contact, the stricter the human health requirements and laboratory tests 

2. ECO PASSPORT: Chemicals as products with environmental impact

• Tests all chemicals, colourants and auxiliaries used for manufacturing in the textile and leather industries
• Supports chemical producers at deploying greener chemistry and using cleaner and safer products

3. STeP: Chemicals in production facilities affecting workers health & environment

• Assesses the environmental and chemical management and efficient use of resources
• Supports fair working conditions including protection for workers exposed to chemicals

Do you want to take a deeper dive into chemistry? Here are our recommendations:

1. Radioactive, directed by Marjane Satrapi

Dive into the story of chemistry pioneer, Maria Skłodowska-Curie. Watch the trailer now.

2. Green Chemistry, an interview with Dr. Jean-Pierre Haug , CCO of TESTEX AG, Swiss Textile Testing Institute

Chemistry can contribute to protecting our environment and health. Dr. Haug shares his insights from over 30 years of experience. Read more here.

3. Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

A captivating novel about a brilliant chemist navigating societal expectations and personal challenges in the 1960s. Read more here.

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