SFA – Sustainable Fibre Alliance
The Sustainable Fibre Alliance (SFA) establishes a global standard for cashmere and other animal fibres, ensuring responsible production practices. This sustainable fashion certification addresses environmental impact, animal welfare, and social responsibility for businesses in the textile supply chain. Control Union offers certification services to support organisations in meeting the SFA standard and demonstrating their commitment to quality and sustainability.
What is SFA?
The SFA standard was developed in response to growing consumer and regulatory pressure for transparency in the textile industry’s sustainability efforts. It provides a holistic framework for producing high-quality animal fibres, connecting herders with the global fashion industry. SFA certification enables organisations to make credible claims about their products, providing market assurance and ensuring supply chain integrity. The framework includes a global chain of custody certification to trace certified fibres from herder to retailer, ensuring product quality and responsible sourcing.
Why choose Control Union as your certification partner
Bringing trust and values to the supply chain
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Global and local customer-focused employees with broad knowledge and years of (practical) experience. We guide you through the changing world of certifications.
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We conduct audits and certifications with a human touch. We enjoy contributing ideas on how to take your company to the next level and communicate clearly about the certification process.
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Control Union understands the importance of acting quickly, which is why our auditors will visit you for the audit as soon as possible after your request, always in consultation with you, of course.
Benefits of being SFA certified
Effective management
Promotes responsible operational practices for sustainable fibre production and long-term viability.
Decent work
Safeguards the livelihoods of herders and ensures fair working conditions throughout the supply chain.
Biodiversity and land use
Minimises environmental impact by promoting responsible grazing and preserving fragile ecosystems.
Animal welfare certification
Upholds high animal welfare standards, ensuring ethical treatment and care for all animals.
Fibre quality improvement
Links sustainable practices directly to the quality of the final fibre, enhancing product value.
The Future of Textiles is Circular
Essential information for every professional in the textile chain. Read all about the new regulations, targets, and market opportunities for 2025-2030.
Download the ‘Policy Programme for circular textile 2025-2030′
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Global coverage, local knowledge
Control Union provides peace of mind in supply chains worldwide. Thanks to our up-to-date knowledge and experience, we cover all aspects of the supply and value chain in various industries. We think along, communicate clearly and offer concrete solutions. As a ‘one-stop shop’ for international and local certificates, we make certification more efficient. Want to know more about our independent, accredited audits and certifications? Whether you are certifying for the first time or have been around for years, we help!
Years of experience
Offices and labs worldwide in 80 countries
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RMS – Responsible Mohair Standard
The RMS is a comprehensive mohair standard that provides a strong chain of custody for certified materials, from farm to final product. It gives the industry a tool to recognise and reward best practices in land management and animal welfare. For organisations, achieving certification against this standard is a definitive way to meet customer requirements for responsible sourcing. Control Union’s expert auditing services support businesses in demonstrating this commitment, strengthening sustainability claims and building market trust.
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SFP – Sustainable Fiber Program
The Sustainable Fibre Programme (SFP) is an audited certification for the fashion and textile industry. It aims to safeguard livelihoods and minimise environmental impact by translating sustainable concepts into achievable practices. Control Union provides an independent, third-party assessment for this standard, confirming an organisation’s commitment to quality and sustainability in the fashion industry.
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RCS 100 – Recycled Claim Standard
The RCS is a chain of custody standard that tracks recycled raw materials through the supply chain. It functions as a business-to-business tool, providing companies with the means to ensure they are selling and buying products with recycled content. By implementing this leading recycling standard, organisations can meet customer requirements for transparency and provide credible, third-party confirmed claims about a product’s composition. This substantiates marketing claims and builds confidence in the final product.
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Independent tailor-made services
What makes you unique, we make demonstrable
Does your organisation have specific certification or audit requirements that are not covered by the certification programmes? For example developing a new standard? Control Union also provides independent customised services.
