RWS (Responsible Wool Standard)

We are delighted to announce that we are now RWS (Responsible Wool Standard) certified for our fibre processing. This means that any wool we process, if already certified by RWS, can now be further processed at our facility in the UK. End users can be confident that their fibre has been sourced from responsible and sustainable farms.

At Seal International, we pride ourselves on our commitment to animal welfare and sustainable supply chains. A core part of our business is commission processing, where we process natural fibres on behalf of other companies.

The RWS (Responsible Wool Standard) certifies wool from sheep to shop, ensuring it is grown, sheared, and manufactured using sustainable farming methods with a focus on animal husbandry. This guarantees that the animals are well cared for. Every stage of the wool’s journey is documented with transaction certificates, providing a robust chain of custody. Additionally, every RWS-certified company undergoes an annual audit.

The aim of RWS is to recognise the best practices of farmers and breeders, ensuring that wool comes from farms with sustainable land management practices, strong social responsibilities, and animals that are treated with the care and respect they deserve.

Ongoing updates to the standard will ensure continuous improvements that benefit the land, animals, and local employees. There is a passionate drive from the Textile Exchange to demonstrate that animal welfare is of the utmost importance.

RWS goes hand in hand with our other sustainability certifications, RMS (Responsible Mohair Standard) and RAS (Responsible Alpaca Standard), all of which fall under the RAF banner. Future blogs will provide more information on these certifications. This means we can offer a truly diverse range of the finest sustainable animal fibres.

For more information, get in touch with the team: [email protected]

RWS (Responsible Wool Standard) Wool herd