Acting Responsibly – For a Sustainable Future
For us, sustainability doesn’t start with the finished product – it begins much earlier: with the selection of our partners, materials, and processes. That’s why we consistently rely on environmentally conscious, transparent, and socially responsible standards throughout our entire supply chain.
”The issue of sustainability affects everyone, and as an entrepreneur I have personally taken it upon myself to optimize our manufacturing operations step by step. It is our long-term goal to tweak many of the processes in order to be even more environmentally friendly.”
Slow Fashion
A leather jacket is a high-end, durable slow fashion product and can be worn for many years. Each jacket is meticulously made by hand, making it a special garment due to the unique properties of the natural material.
Origin of the Leather
We only accept leather from animals that have been bred for meat production, making our leather a byproduct of the food industry. As a matter of principle, we refrain from using exotic, threatened or endangered species. Instead, the Mauritius Group has been using visually appealing alternatives to real fur for years now.
Certified Supply Chain – Leather Working Group
When selecting our partners, materials, and production processes, we place great importance on sustainability and responsible standards. A key aspect of this commitment is our close collaboration with suppliers certified by the Leather Working Group (www.leatherworkinggroup.com). As a member of the LWG since April 2021, we are actively engaged in the ongoing development of environmentally friendly manufacturing practices in the leather industry – together with both existing and new suppliers.
Safety & Responsibility – Tested and Verified
Consumer protection and product safety are our top priorities. That’s why we regularly test our materials for harmful substances such as SCCPs, formaldehyde, APEOs (in lining materials), bisphenol, and azo dyes. In addition, we fully comply with the requirements of the AFIRM Chemical Management Program, which advocates for the reduction of environmentally harmful substances in textile and leather production.
“We have an obligation to limit our use of resources in the long-term and to foster environmentally conscious operations. Contrary to what most assume, there is no sustainability paradox in terms of leather manufacturing; rather, it gives rise to countless possibilities.”
Social Affairs and Human Rights
For the Mauritius Group, social responsibility is an integral part of the company philosophy. Important aspects include humane working conditions and compliance with social standards in the production facilities. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination, exploitation, forced labor and child labor.
Our producers are members of the Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI) and are thus committed to complying with the BSCI Code of Conduct.
The BSCI unites international companies with the aim of improving social standards and occupational safety through a global control system. That is why we only accept suppliers who are audited and certified by the BSCI program. Compliance is verified regularly.
Together for Tomorrow
Our in-house sustainability team continuously drives new ideas and innovations for even more sustainable materials and processes. Because we firmly believe: responsibility for people, animals, and the environment is not a trend – it's a commitment.
