experience sustainability The uvex brand is our responsibility uvex safety gloves is certified according to both Environmental Management ISO 14001 and Energy Management ISO 50001 and has CO2-neutral production rating based on direct emissions from production. Production in Germany ensures sustainable, resource-saving production and short distances from manufacturer to end user. To meet our obligations, we have been using electricity from 100 percent renewable energy sources since 2014. With this certified green electricity product, we promote the construction of new plants for renewable energies in the region. We use green gas to operate the highly efficient combined heat and power plant at our site, thereby offsetting the CO2 emissions produced by gas combustion processes. Through carbon offsetting, we invest exclusively in climate protection projects that are certified by internationally recognised quality standards (Gold Standard or VCS — Verified Carbon Standard) and thereby promote, for example, the construction of new plants in India for the generation of solar and wind power. Material • focus on bio-based materials: cotton, bamboo viscose, HPPE (bio-based) and/or polyamide made from recycled raw materials • use of accelerator-free NBR coatings • extremely comfortable and natural fit thanks to the use of breathable natural and functional fibres Health • exceeds REACH regulations on eliminating harmful substances • ongoing analysis of almost 200 critical substances (uvex harmful substances standard) • certified in line with Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 • DERMA-certified free from allergenic substances Product information/packaging • instructions for use on FSC-certified paper (as soon as legally possible via QR code) • minimisation/optimisation of packaging (outer carton and sleeve) • paper sleeve made of 80 percent FSC- certified kraft paper • carton adhesive tape: Wet adhesive tape with starch-based adhesive made from potatoes Social responsibility • full implementation of the ILO standard • continuous social audits at partner companies (uvex social standard) • social engagement with a focus on disadvantaged children uvex hand protection 204
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