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KD New York

Rated: It's a start

price:
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location: United States

KD New York is a New York based dancewear brand.

KD New York sustainability rating

Planet

2 out of 5

People

3 out of 5

Animals

4 out of 5

Overall rating: It's a start

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KD New York's environment rating is 'not good enough'. It does not use eco-friendly materials. There is no evidence it has taken meaningful action to reduce or eliminate hazardous chemicals. There is no evidence it minimises textile waste when manufacturing its products. It manufactures locally to reduce its climate impact.

Its labour rating is 'it's a start'. Its final stage of production is undertaken in the USA, a medium risk country for labour abuse. There is no evidence it has a Code of Conduct. There is no evidence it ensures payment of a living wage in its supply chain. It visits its suppliers regularly.

Its animal rating is 'good'. It does not use any animal products but it does not state that it's vegan.

KD New York is rated 'It's a start' overall.

Last updated November 2022