With regard to PETA Asia investigation_updated
2022-11-24
We are very concerned that the circumstances of animal abuse have been captured by PETA’s investigation.
We want to make sure that animal abuse in any way is against our policy and we do not tolerate any cruelty to animals.
Right after we were informed of outcomes of PETA’s investigation, we promptly stopped the supply chain covering Vietnamese farms and slaughterhouses.
We launched rapid self-investigation and requested re-verification to Control Union, the RDS certification body.
And Vietnamese down materials will not be distributed until it’s transparency is guaranteed.
11/30) You can find more details in the attached file, our official investigation letter here.
12/14) Control Union conducted an unannounced audit, have confirmed that no critical non-compliances to RDS requirements founded.
You can find the official statement here.
*Control Union, the Certification Body of Responsible Down Standard
