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Minimum Fashion Sustainability Actions

Code of Conduct and audits

Our Code of Conduct is based on the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact (UNGC) set in the areas of: Human- and Labor Rights, Environment, and Anti-Corruption. To promote close cooperation, dialogue, and a strong risk culture we conduct self-assessments and third-party audits with Amfori BSCI and SEDEX/SMETA on a regular basis.

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Human rights policy

We respect all human rights as defined in and recognized by internationally agreed human rights organizations. When operating in countries where local regulations are less stringent than international human rights standards, we will follow international standards. This policy applies to Minimum and our business partners, retailers, vendors, and suppliers.

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Child labour prohibited

The use of child labour is not allowed throughout our entire supply chain. Minimum recognizes all children's right to be protected from environments interfering with or being harmful to their education, development, and physical/mental health. Our definition of child labour is based on conventions and recommendations by the International Labour Organisation (ILO).

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Environmental policy

Minimum is committed to minimizing environmental impact across the entire value chain by applying a precautionary approach in all operations. Suppliers are required to hold valid environmental permits, limit the use of natural resources, and avoid serious environmental harm. The company prioritizes recyclable or organic materials. Waste must be minimized, handled by authorized contractors, and recycled where possible. Air freight is discouraged to reduce transport-related emissions.

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Anti-corruption policy

Minimum is committed to adhere to the UN Convention Against Corruption and we expect the same commitment from our suppliers. To respect and abide by the principle of ‘Anti-corruption’, suppliers shall work against corruption in all forms. Suppliers must establish adequate processes to avoid corrupt practices.

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Responsible sourcing rules

Minimum sets clear requirements for their suppliers to ensure responsible production. They prohibit the use of sandblasting, cotton from Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan, and sourcing from factories involved in forced or child labor, including Sumangali schemes. Additionally, they require the protection of refugee workers in Turkey, reject forced labor in Xinjiang, and do not accept viscose sourced from endangered forests.

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Animal welfare policy

Our concern for animal welfare is of high importance, and we do not allow animals to be harmed in the name of fashion. All animal-derived materials used in our manufacturing processes are sourced to meet high animal welfare standards. We have a total ban on fur and we only accept the use of leather that have been bred for the food industry.

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GOTS-certified products

We offer GOTS-certified products, each labelled individually. GOTS is the worldwide leading textile processing standard for organic fibers, including environmental and social criteria. All backed up by an independent certification of the entire textile supply chain.

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External audits of Tier 1

While we value a dialogue-based supplier relationship, we find external audits of our Tier 1 to be a useful tool in gaining insight in our production. The audits help us to understand how our manufacturing partners work and to identify potential risk areas. These reports are evaluated, and if we find issues that needs improvement, we will start a dialogue and ask for a new audit when the previous audit report no longer is valid.

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