Fairtrade cotton
The cotton was grown by Fairtrade farmers, but the factory that made the clothes isn't covered.
- Supportive: it improves the score but isn't proof on its own
What it is
Fairtrade cotton means the cotton farmers received the Fairtrade minimum price and premium. It doesn't cover the spinning, weaving or sewing that turns cotton into clothes.
What it checks
- Fair price and premium for cotton farmers
- No child or forced labour on cotton farms
What it doesn't
- Garment factory workers aren't covered