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SanMar Joins bluesign as Leaders in Sustainability

SanMar joins a global network of companies dedicated to reducing the environmental impact of textile production.

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SanMar Joins bluesign as Leaders in Sustainability
PHOTO: SanMar has been a leader in sustainability in the imprintable sportswear category, leading the industry with a first-of-its-kind 100% recycled line of tees and fleece in 2020. The District Re-Tee (DT8000) is pictured.

(PRESS RELEASE) ISSAQUAH, WA – SanMar Corporation, one of the largest suppliers of promotional products in the United States, announces it has joined bluesign as a System Partner. This move underscores SanMar’s commitment to sustainable manufacturing and responsible chemical management.

As a bluesign System Partner, SanMar joins a global network of companies dedicated to reducing the environmental impact of textile production. By integrating bluesign standards into their supply chain, SanMar will ensure that their supply chain continues to meet the highest environmental and safety criteria, aligning with their long-term sustainability goals.

“SanMar’s decision to partner with bluesign is a testament to their dedication to sustainability and responsible manufacturing,” said Daniel Rüfenacht, CEO of bluesign technologies ag. “The company’s leadership in the promotional products sector makes this partnership particularly significant. We are proud to support SanMar in its journey toward a more sustainable future, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact it will have on the industry.”

Through system partnership, SanMar is taking significant steps to enhance the sustainability of its product offerings, from material sourcing to production processes. By adopting bluesign standards, SanMar not only is contributing to environmental conservation but also continues its commitment to ensuring that its products are safe for consumers and the planet.

“The awareness and importance of sustainability is growing within our industry, and we’re excited to add bluesign to our bench,” said Emily Gigot, Senior Manager of Sustainability at SanMar. “We look forward to leveraging the bluesign system and its team of experts to improve our programs and continue providing our customers with products made to the highest environmental standards.”

For more information about SanMar’s sustainability initiatives and its partnership with bluesign, visit here.

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