

Philosophy
Alpha96
Alpha96 only works with factories that are SA8000 certified, because this is the
highest form of internationally recognized certification. SA8000 is based on the
principles of international human rights.
It measures the performance of companies in eight areas that are important for
social responsibility in the workplace:
1. Child labor
2. Forced labor
3. Health and safety
4. Freedom of association and collective bargaining
5. Discrimination
6. Disciplinary practices
7. Working hours
8. Remuneration
Certification is done by Bureau Veritas and SGS, global players in testing,
certification and inspection. Unannounced interim inspections ensure the quality
of certification.
PLUS we find it of the utmost importance that leather, our main raw material, is
tanned and processed responsibly with care for everyone involved and the
environment. The European standard regulation called "REACH" mentions the
minimum conditions that the leather industry has to meet.
Environmental aspects are - for all intents and purposes - not included in
"REACH".
We insist on a much higher standard. By the end of 2023, more than 90% of our
leather will come from certified tanneries that produce in a more environmentally
friendly way. Tannery certification is new to our industry, and we place great value on it.
Our leather supply meet high environmental standards and make sustainable choices
for people and the environment. This means water purification, tanning raw materials
and the tanning process comply with much stricter rules going forward.