With solutions that go beyond basic compliance, SAFE EDGE+ equips the textile supply chain to meet the demands of a demanding and constantly changing regulatory and compliance environment.
SAFE EDGE+ was introduced today by Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals for sustainable solutions, to assist mills and brands in delivering supply chain transparency, speeding time to market, and staying ahead of changing laws for the textile sector.
By merging The Safe Edge platform with Foundation+, this innovative project signifies a significant commitment to offering a roadmap for compliance and safer chemicals for use in the textile sector.
Launched in 2021, the Safe Edge by Archroma online platform was made to enable manufacturers, retailers, and brands to quickly and easily confirm the regulatory and compliance status of Archroma products, including certifications, expert notes, ecotoxicological data, and regulations. A carefully chosen range of Archroma products that make use of cutting-edge technology and may contain hazardous or controlled substances that have been reduced or eliminated by more than 95% in comparison to the existing industry standard limits is known as Foundation+, the companies beyond compliant portfolio. It helps producers, brands, and retailers keep ahead of changing rules by providing safer and more environmentally friendly options.
Today’s businesses must prioritize transparency and traceability, with certification and regulation acting as barriers to entry for textile and apparel companies looking to compete in the market. Erwin Lucic, Head of Integrated Quality & Product Stewardship at Archroma, stated, “SAFE EDGE+ is our commitment to supporting the value chain in the challenging and evolving regulatory and compliance space of textile dyes and chemicals.” “This is in line with our ‘PLANET CONSCIOUS+’ vision of a more sustainable textile and fashion industry in which safety is paramount.”
“At Archroma, we design solutions with cleaner chemistries that perform better than what is now necessary and go above and beyond what is currently offered in a proactive manner. Paul Cowell, Vice President of Innovation, Marketing, Brand Engagement, and Sustainability, said, “In this way, we anticipate future restrictions and ensure Archroma’s products are always compliant with upcoming environmental standards – smoothing the way for our customers.”
A fundamental component of our “PLANET CONSCIOUS+” vision is Archroma’s SAFE EDGE+. With the broadest range of products in the industry and a wide-ranging global presence, Archroma possesses the know-how and motivation to propel the textile and apparel sector towards a more sustainable future by expediting its shift to the most eco-friendly procedures.
