About Us Global Standards Products & Brands Color Technical Tools News Contact English Go! Related Overview & Sustainability Reports Environment Social Code Of Conduct Certifications AAFA – RSL (Restricted Substances List) A&E is a member of the American Apparel & Footwear Association and was instrumental in the establishment of the Restricted Substance List (RSL) which seeks to ensure that restricted substances do not become associated with a company’s products. Oeko-Tex Certifications The STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® is the global benchmark for textile products that are tested for hazardous chemicals. Developed in 1992, the STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® tests and verifies that certified products are free from harmful levels of more than 300 concerning substances. Globally, there are more than 10,000 manufacturers, brands, and retailers in almost 100 countries who work with OEKO-TEX® to ensure their products are tested. Millions of labels can be found all over the world and consumers everywhere look for OEKO-TEX® labels on the products they purchase. Learn more about the OEKO-TEX® association’s certifications by clicking here. C-TPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) A&E was early in receiving United States Customs and Border Protection’s C-TPAT certification and is proud of its continued participation in this trade initiative and its purpose securing the international supply chain against terrorism . C-TPAT is the CBP initiative that partners, on voluntary basis, with members of the trade community. CBP and willing members of the trade community collaborate to better secure the international supply chain to the Unites States in support of CBP’s priority Homeland Security mission. C-TPAT is one of the CBP’s initiatives that helps the agency achieve its twin goals: security and facilitation of trade moving into the United States. Other As a direct result of these efforts, A&E is a proud recipient of numerous global social responsibility and EHS awards as well as business ethics award. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR COMPANY Through its global network, A&E’s products are manufactured in 22 countries, distributed in 50 countries and sold in over 100 countries. A&E delivers exact color, superior quality and the most innovative products, right where they are needed. Touch or click here to locate your contact. SUSTAINABILITY: SEE HOW A&E IS DOING WHAT’S RIGHT A&E has set the highest level of sustainability compliance in the industry through our Eco-Driven initiatives. We are working with some of the world’s largest retailers and brands to create the standards for all textile suppliers and retailers. Read more… NEWS & EVENTS Elevate Textiles Leads Industry Sustainability Initiatives; Receives Validation of Science Based Targets October 14, 2021 US Trade Representative Katherine Tai visits Milliken & Company and American & Efird in Visit Highlighting US Textile Industry September 24, 2021 Elevate Textiles Furthers Sustainability Initiatives with Commitment to Business Ambition for 1.5°C Campaign June 30, 2021 Applied DNA Sciences and A&E Introduce Anti-Counterfeiting Technology for Sustainable Sewing Threads June 8, 2021 Elevate Textiles Releases 2021 Sustainability Report April 22, 2021 2009 - 2021 © Copyright American & Efird LLC All Rights Reserved | Terms & Conditions of Use | California Transparency in Supply Chains Act of 2010 | Privacy | Sitemap | Anesyst X To ensure you receive the best experience on our website A&E uses cookies. Learn more