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behno

Rated: Good

price: $$$$

location: United States

behno is a New York based brand that aims to bring together luxury design and ethical thinking, believing that you're buying more than just a bag.

behno sustainability rating

Planet

3 out of 5

People

4 out of 5

Animals

3 out of 5

Overall rating: Good

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benho's environment rating is 'it's a start'. It uses renewable energy in its manufacturing to reduce its climate impact. It uses few eco-friendly materials. Its tanneries are certified gold by the Leather Working Group. It recycles some of its offcuts to minimise textile waste.

Its labour rating is 'good'. has a mission to improve conditions in its supply chain. It ensures healthcare for workers in its supply chain. It is unclear whether it ensures payment of a living wage in its supply chain. It traces most of its supply chain including all of the final and second stages of production.

Its animal rating is 'it's a start'. It does not use fur, down, wool, exotic animal skin, exotic animal hair or angora. It uses leather.

benho is rated 'Good' based on information from our own research.

Last updated October 2020