4 nations launch project to cut hazardous chemicals in textile units

Employing over 10 million people, the four nations’ textile sectors account for near 15 per cent of global clothing exports.

The programme will provide technical support and tools for small and medium enterprises and manufacturers to improve their knowledge and management of hazardous chemicals, guiding them to manage risks to workers, and eventually eliminate the worst chemicals from their production processes, an UNEP release said.

The textile sector is a major user of toxic ‘forever chemicals’.

The five-year programme will bring the four countries together to align public policy on the textile sector with international best practice, including on supply chain transparency, investment for chemical management and eco-innovation, and occupational health and safety, creating the enabling environment needed to phase out PFAS and other chemicals of concern.

Fibre2Fashion News Desk (DS)