Neo pigment, water-based inks are 100% non-hazardous and toxin-free. They meet the strictest industry standards as defined by Oeko-Tex 100 safety applications for infant wear, Global Organic Textiles (GTOTS-3V), Residues Standard List (RSL) and the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists.
Eco solvent inks derive from ether extracts taken from refined mineral oil. While they still contain harmful solvents, they have a lower VOC content than standard solvent inks and are significantly less hazardous.
Our product printers (anything other than clothing) have minimised the use of solvent inks throughout their supply chain, opting for neo pigment or eco solvent inks where possible.
Organic cotton is grown using methods and materials that have a low impact on the environment. Organic production systems replenish and maintain soil fertility, reduce the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, and build biologically diverse agriculture.
Our mission and the mission of our supply chain is to make global printing, local. According to the International Transport Forum, international trade-related freight transport is responsible for 7% of all carbon emissions globally. By operating an international network of print labs, for customers in the UK and World wide, we are able to offer online products closer to the consumer to significantly reduce carbon emissions.
Wood and pulp is sourced from sustainably managed forests. Sustainably-managed forests meet the needs of wildlife while supporting livelihoods and providing many other ecosystem services, such as carbon storage and flood risk mitigation.
Due to the long time it takes for plastics to biodegrade, Our printing companies avoid using them in their products wherever possible. Where this isn’t practicable, they aim to use environmentally friendly plastics, such as biodegradable OPP bags as well as plastic bags and bubble wrap that can be recycled at special collection points.
Our printing company always choose products with the highest possible recycled content to include in our eco friendly ranges.
Sustainable Supply Chain
As part of our supplier’s rigorous procurement processes, they screen their suppliers for compliance with both fair labour and sustainability standards. They look to partner where possible with suppliers who are ISO 14001, ISO 24000 or ISO 26000 compliant. They also actively seek to work with labs who use renewable energy over standard grid electricity.
As a minimum, all their partners must adhere to anti child labour and anti forced labour regulations, as well as providing traceability for all core raw materials.