Sustainability & Ethics
Ethical Manufacturing. No Compromise.
26 years of doing things the right way — for people, for the planet, and for your brand.
Sustainability isn't a marketing position for us — it's how we've operated since 1998. Every factory we work with is independently audited, every fabric we source is traceable, and every garment we produce meets the highest ethical and environmental standards.
Certifications
Certified at Every Level
Global Organic Textile Standard
The world's leading standard for organic fibres. GOTS certification covers the entire supply chain — from raw fibre to finished garment — ensuring organic integrity and responsible processing.
Your organic cotton garments are certified from field to finished product.
Better Cotton Standard Initiative
Better Cotton is the world's largest cotton sustainability programme. BCSI certification means the cotton in your garments was grown using less water, fewer chemicals, and with better conditions for farmers.
Cotton sourced with better environmental and social practices.
OEKO-TEX Standard 100
Every component of an OEKO-TEX certified garment — fabric, thread, buttons, zips — has been tested for harmful substances. Safe for skin, safe for the environment.
Every component tested and certified free from harmful substances.
Social Accountability 8000
The gold standard for ethical workplace conditions. SA8000 certification covers child labour, forced labour, health and safety, freedom of association, discrimination, working hours, and remuneration.
Workers in our supply chain are treated fairly and safely.
Ethical Trading Initiative
The ETI Base Code is founded on the conventions of the International Labour Organisation. ETI membership means we are committed to improving the lives of workers in global supply chains.
Committed to improving workers' lives worldwide.
Quality Management System
ISO 9001 certification demonstrates our commitment to consistent quality management across every production run — from sampling to delivery.
Consistent quality processes across every order.
Sustainable Fabrics
Sustainable Fabric Options
Choose the fabric that reflects your brand's values. We source and manufacture in every sustainable fabric type — from certified organic cotton to high-performance recycled textiles.
100% Organic Cotton
GOTS-certified organic cotton grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers. Soft, breathable, and kind to the planet.
Bamboo Blends
Naturally antibacterial, ultra-soft, and sustainably sourced. Bamboo grows rapidly without pesticides and requires minimal water.
Recycled Polyester (rPET)
Made from post-consumer plastic bottles. Diverts plastic from landfill and oceans while delivering the performance of virgin polyester.
Recycled Cotton
Pre and post-consumer cotton waste transformed into new fabric. Reduces water usage by up to 99% compared to virgin cotton production.
Tencel™ / Lyocell
Produced in a closed-loop process that recycles water and solvents. Biodegradable, breathable, and exceptionally soft.
Performance Activewear
Moisture-wicking, quick-dry technical fabrics for sport and fitness. Available in recycled polyester and sustainable blends.
Our Story
26 Years of Ethical Manufacturing
Custom House Clothing was founded in 1998 with a simple belief: that quality clothing and ethical manufacturing are not mutually exclusive. Over 26 years, we've built long-term relationships with factories that share our values — facilities where workers are paid fairly, conditions are safe, and environmental impact is minimised.
We don't work with factories we haven't visited. We don't source fabrics we can't trace. And we don't make promises we can't keep. Our certifications aren't badges — they're the result of years of rigorous auditing, continuous improvement, and genuine commitment to doing things right.
When you manufacture with Custom House Clothing, you're not just getting a garment. You're getting a supply chain you can be proud of.
Build a Brand You're Proud Of
Talk to us about your sustainability requirements. We'll help you find the right fabrics, certifications, and manufacturing approach for your brand.