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The Higg Index is a global standard for measuring environmental and social sustainability across the textile supply chain.

• Higg FEM (Facility Environmental Module): Evaluates water, waste, air emissions, and chemical use to ensure sustainable performance year after year.
• Higg FSLM (Facility Social & Labor Module): Promotes better working conditions, fair wages, improved hiring practices, and worker well-being.

Through the Higg Index, VAA International demonstrates its commitment to sustainable manufacturing and ethical business practices.

At VAA International, we are committed to sustainable manufacturing by complying with the Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) standards. This global initiative ensures that hazardous chemicals used in textile and leather production are strictly controlled, minimizing environmental impact and promoting safer practices across the supply chain.

Through ZDHC InCheck and ChemCheck Reports, our facilities continuously monitor chemical use, wastewater management, and emissions to meet international compliance standards. Partnering with recognized platforms like Bureau Veritas (BV3) and ClearStream, we track and transparently share environmental data with brands and stakeholders.

Our participation in Supplier to Zero programs further demonstrates our commitment to sustainable chemistry, safe production, and responsible innovation — protecting workers, communities, and the environment while ensuring excellence in apparel and textile manufacturing.

“The world doesn’t just need cotton, it needs Better Cotton”

The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) is the world’s largest sustainability program for cotton production. It promotes responsible water usage, reduces pesticide reliance, improves soil health, and ensures ethical labor practices.

Through BCI, farmers are empowered to protect the environment, enhance agricultural productivity, and support worker rights by eliminating child labor, ensuring fair wages, and improving overall worker well-being.

At VAA International, our commitment to Better Cotton reflects our dedication to sustainable agriculture, ethical sourcing, and building a future where cotton benefits both people and the planet.

Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) Certificate

The GOTS Certificate is the world’s leading standard for textiles made with organic fibers. It ensures strict environmental and social compliance across the entire supply chain. To be GOTS certified, products must contain at least 70% organic fibers, and all dyes, chemicals, and auxiliaries must meet rigorous environmental and toxicological requirements.

Organic Content Standard (OCS) Certificate

The OCS Certificate applies to non-food products containing 5% to 100% organic materials. It verifies the organic material content, covering raw material approval, production, packaging, labeling, and distribution. Certified by independent third-party organizations, OCS guarantees transparency, consistency, and trust in organic textile claims.

Global Recycle Standard (GRS) Certificate

The GRS Certificate ensures products contain at least 20% recycled materials such as textiles, plastics, or glass. It also promotes safe manufacturing, waste reduction, and environmental responsibility across the supply chain.

Recycle Claim Standard (RCS) Certificate

The RCS Certificate verifies recycled content through third-party certification and full supply chain traceability. It builds trust by ensuring transparency, accurate labeling, and increased adoption of recycled materials in production.

RegenagriCS Certification ensures full traceability of fibers — from farm to finished product. This accreditation confirms that materials are produced using regenerative practices, improving soil health, supporting ecosystems, and promoting sustainable farming at every stage.