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RESPONSIBLE WOOL STANDARD
The Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) is an international, voluntary standard that addresses animal welfare in sheep farms and chain of custody of wool from certified farms to the final product. This standard was developed by Textile Exchange and a multi-stakeholder group which included representatives from across the industry and different sectors, including animal welfare groups, industry organizations, supply chain members, brands, and area experts. This standard includes seven key sections (General Information, Principles of RWS, Animal Welfare Criteria, Land Management Criteria, Social Welfare Criteria, Farm Group Certification, and Chain of Custody), as well as additional Appendices. The RWS Standard applies to products that contain at least 5% RWS wool, calculated as a percentage of the material. Final products containing non-certified virgin wool are not permitted to be labelled with the RWS name or logo. This Standard may also apply to by-products of wool processing (e.g. lanolin or wool grease) where 100% of the by-products of wool processing come from RWS wool. This Standard may also apply to non-food products of slaughter. However, use of the RWS logo is not permitted, though text claims about the origin of the by-products are permitted. Claims related to the RWS may be either product-specific or general (non-product specific). RWS products that meet all of the requirement criteria qualifies for product-specific labelling. All wool material in the product needs to be RWS certified including the artwork and language, which shall meet the requirements of RWS Logo. Approval of final artwork to be obtained from an authorized certification body through a label release form. Only certified organizations may physically attach product-specific claims with reference to the RWS (e.g. hangtags, sewn-in labels). Quantum Systems offers guidance to develop your system and apply for the RWS Certification Audit, specific to the needs of your organization.
Farm & Supply Chain Requirements
Farm & Supply Chain Requirements for RWS Certification
Animal Welfare
Requirement:
Management
Animal Welfare
Requirement:
Nutrition
Animal Welfare:
Infrastructure &
Housing Requirements
Animal Welfare
Requirement:
Health
Animal Welfare
Requirement:
Animal Husbandry
Procedures
Animal Welfare
Requirement:
Shearing
Animal Welfare:
Euthanasia &
On-Farm Slaughter
Animal Welfare:
Breeding, Pregnancy
& Lambing
Animal Welfare
Requirement:
Behavior
& Handling
Land Management
Requirement:
Soil
Land Management
Requirement:
Biodiversity
Land Management
Requirement:
Fertilizers
Land Management
Requirement:
Pesticides
Farm Group
Certification
Requirements
benefits
Benefits of RWS Certification
The RWS provides a means for brands to communicate their fiber and traceability expectations clearly and consistently to their supply networks.
Progressive methods of land management are practiced on RWS farms, protecting soil health, biodiversity, and native species.
Support the development of an industry benchmark that will drive improvements in animal care and land management where needed.
The identity of RWS wool is maintained at all times: from the farm to the final product, through a robust chain of custody.
The RWS provides an opportunity for brands and farmers to better understand each other’s realities and to meet each other’s needs.
Ensures that wool does not come from animals that have been subjected to any unnecessary harm and the Five Freedoms of sheep are protected at all times.
Reward and influence the wool industry for strong animal welfare and land management practices.
The RWS reduces the risk to brands, the supply chain and wool growers.
A professional, third-party certification body audits each stage in the supply chain.
It offers brand protection, confidence in sourcing, and greater credibility.
Provides International Reputation & Recognition, Branding, Credibility and Competitive Advantage.
Potential increase in Business due to enhanced Customer Confidence and Satisfaction.
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