Certificates and Responsibility Standards – Fruit of the Loom and Russell

Fruit of the Loom and Russell demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainable production as well as adherence to ethical and quality standards. Below is a summary of the key certifications and initiatives held by these brands, along with their descriptions and scope of application.

OEKO-TEX® Standard 100

An independent, international certificate confirming that textile products are free from harmful substances. It includes testing for hundreds of chemicals (e.g., pesticides, heavy metals, formaldehyde) and ensures that the product is safe for human health. The certificate is granted to products whose components (fabric, threads, buttons, zippers, etc.) all meet the strict OEKO-TEX® criteria. Annual updates ensure compliance with current legal and scientific standards. For consumers, it is a trusted mark of textile safety.

Fruit of the Loom The entire Fruit of the Loom collection is certified to OEKO-TEX® Standard 100. Every product (T-shirts, sweatshirts, underwear, etc.) has passed tests for harmful substances. This global certification covers all product lines regardless of where they are produced. This level was achieved in 2024.

Russell All Russell Europe products are OEKO-TEX® 100 certified. This includes the full clothing range (T-shirts, sweatshirts, fleeces, etc.), ensuring every item has been tested and meets safety standards for direct skin contact.

amfori BSCI

The amfori Business Social Compliance Initiative is a global program for companies striving to improve working conditions in their supply chains. Membership requires adoption of the BSCI Code of Conduct and regular social audits of own and supplier factories. Audits assess labor rights (e.g., no forced or child labor, decent working conditions, fair wages, reasonable hours, safety, and the right to unionize) according to ILO standards. It is not a product certification but a system assessing production facilities.

Fruit of the Loom As an amfori member, Fruit of the Loom implements BSCI in its supply chain. Factories producing their garments are regularly audited by independent monitors. The company also applies its own Code of Conduct (“Fruit Code”) consistent with BSCI and ILO standards. High-scoring factories may be audited less frequently. The program covers all owned and key supplier factories.

Russell Also a member of amfori BSCI. All Russell Europe production sites are BSCI certified or regularly audited under the program, covering the entire supply chain, including own and subcontracted facilities.

WRAP (Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production)

WRAP is an independent certification program for factories ensuring compliance with labor, ethical, and safety regulations. To earn certification, facilities must meet 12 principles including legal compliance, fair working conditions, no forced/child labor, health & safety, and environmental protection. WRAP audits production sites (not products or brands).

Fruit of the Loom owns major production facilities in Morocco, Honduras, and El Salvador. Most are WRAP-certified at Gold or Platinum level. WRAP results are integrated into Fruit of the Loom’s internal assessment system. FLA membership requires certification or audit of all owned facilities.

Russell shares production resources with Fruit of the Loom, Inc. Therefore, Russell’s production is also WRAP-audited. All facilities are regularly assessed, ensuring that garments are made under ethical and safe conditions.

Summary

Fruit of the Loom and Russell are brands backed by a wide range of certifications and memberships confirming their commitment to sustainable development and ethical production. The OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification ensures that our promotional clothing, workwear, and corporate apparel from both brands are free from harmful chemicals (covering 100% of their collections). Participation in Amfori BSCI and the Fair Labor Association guarantees high social standards and workers’ rights across the global supply chain.

Both brands also operate their own WRAP-certified production facilities, ensuring that garments are made in safe and ethical working conditions – including eventwear, sportswear, hospitality uniforms, and office clothing.

In summary, Fruit of the Loom and Russell are responsible apparel manufacturers – free from harmful substances, committed to sustainable sourcing, and dedicated to respecting human rights in production. These practices form a comprehensive program covering their full product portfolio – from customizable T-shirts and sweatshirts to corporate and promotional wear, sublimation-ready garments, and flex-printable apparel.

These efforts form a comprehensive responsibility program covering the entire portfolios of both brands.

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