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Impact of EU Legislation on Small Fashion and Apparel Producers

The EU's new strategy for sustainable textiles will introduce a number of changes to the fashion industry that will significantly impact small producers of fashion and apparel. Here's a breakdown of the potential impacts:

Challenges for Small Producers:

  • Increased Costs: The new regulations, particularly the Ecodesign requirements for durability, recyclability, and recycled content, may increase production costs for small producers. They might have to invest in new technologies, source different materials, and adapt their manufacturing processes.
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The Importance of Textile Labels

  • Consumer Information and Transparency: Textile labels are crucial for providing consumers with accurate information about the composition and origin of the products they purchase. This transparency enables informed choices and fosters trust between brands and consumers.

How to prepare for the new EU legislation

Here are some administrative and human resource measures smaller producers can take to prepare for the new EU legislation:

  • Compliance and Legal Expertise: Smaller producers might need to invest in administrative roles or consult with legal experts specializing in EU environmental and product regulations. This expertise can help them understand the specific requirements of the legislation, including those related to ecodesign, material use, labeling, and the Digital Product Passport, and ensure their operations remain compliant.
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EU Law on Product Traceability in Fashion

The EU law on fashion sustainability underscores product traceability as a cornerstone of its strategy to transition toward a more circular and environmentally responsible industry. This emphasis on traceability aims to address several challenges, including transparency, accountability, and informed consumer choices. Here's a breakdown of how the EU plans to enhance product traceability in the fashion industry:

How does the EU plan to reduce the destruction of unsold or returned textiles?

Here are some ways the EU plans to reduce the destruction of unsold or returned textiles:

  • Transparency Obligation: The EU intends to implement a transparency obligation that requires large companies to publicly disclose the number of unsold or returned products they discard and destroy, including textiles. This disclosure must also include details about how these discarded products are handled, such as whether they are prepared for reuse, recycled, incinerated, or sent to landfills. This measure aims to disincentivize the destruction of unsold textiles by increasing transparency and promoting accountability within the industry.