Enhanced Chemical Management
TÜV Rheinland obtains ZDHC InCheck Verifier Qualification for Enhanced Chemical Management
Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) InCheck Verifier Level1 accreditation has been attained by TÜV Rheinland, a leading provider of testing, inspection, and certification services worldwide.
This accomplishment shows the company's dedication to advancing chemical management standards throughout the textile and footwear supply chains. The ZDHC InCheck Verification system is a component of the ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme, which directs the worldwide supply chain of the fashion industry to be free of dangerous chemicals.
The technical proficiency of a verifier, including its capacity to carry out on-site evaluations and deliver accurate and trustworthy data, is assessed as part of the qualification process for InCheck Verifier Level 1.
"This qualification is a significant milestone for TÜV Rheinland and a testament to our expertise in chemical management," said Mickey Yu, Vice President - Softlines at TÜV Rheinland. "We are committed to helping our clients improve their environmental sustainability and social responsibility, and the ZDHC InCheck Verifier qualification will enable us to do so more effectively."
The ZDHC Programme is a coalition of more than 160 international companies and organizations representing brands, retailers, chemical suppliers, and manufacturers working together to eliminate hazardous chemicals from the textile industry. Its aim is to completely exclude pollutants from production. One major feature of ZDHC is MRSL, the “Manufacturing Restricted Substances List”. It shows chemical substances that must be excluded from intended use in the processing of textile and footwear materials.
ZDHC Verified InCheck (Level 1) will enable facilities to identify areas for continuous improvement of their chemical inventory. The facilities can thereby reduce the risk of hazardous chemicals being used in production from the perspective of workers, environment, and consumers and enhance their overall sustainability performance.
The qualification of TÜV Rheinland as a ZDHC InCheck Verifier is part of the company's ongoing efforts to promote sustainable practices across industries. As a leading provider of testing, inspection, and certification services, TÜV Rheinland is dedicated to helping its clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes and achieve their sustainability goals.
More information for companies about ways to check and improve their chemical inventory under Detox Solutions page of TÜV Rheinland website.
TÜV Rheinland plans to roll out the service initially in the following countries: Bangladesh, Brazil, Cambodia, China, El Salvador, France, Germany, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Pakistan, Philippines, South Korea, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, UK, USA and Vietnam.
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