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iQ UV

Rated: Good

price:
$$$$

location: Germany

iQ UV produces certified UV protection clothing including shirts, pants and hats.

iQ UV sustainability rating

Planet

4 out of 5

People

3 out of 5

Animals

5 out of 5

Overall rating: Good

Our ratings are based on a scale from 1 (We avoid) to 5 (Great) How we rate


iQ UV's environment rating is 'good'. It uses a high proportion of eco-friendly materials including recycled materials. It manufactures locally to reduce its climate impact. There is no evidence it minimises textile waste when manufacturing its products. Its use of eco-friendly materials limits the amount of chemicals, water and wastewater used in production.

Its labour rating is it's a start. Its final stage of production is undertaken in the European Union, a low/medium risk region for labour abuse. There is no evidence it has a Code of Conduct but it has a formal statement covering workers' rights. There is no evidence it ensures payment of a living wage in its supply chain. There is no evidence it audits its suppliers.

Its animal rating is 'great'. It states that its entire product range is vegan.

iQ UV is rated 'good' overall.

Last updated November 2022