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Paperthinks

Rated: It's a start

price:
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location: United States

Paperthinks is a US brand that offers quality leather stationary, bags and accessories.

Paperthinks sustainability rating

Planet

4 out of 5

People

2 out of 5

Animals

4 out of 5

Overall rating: It's a start

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Paperthinks' environment rating is 'good'. It uses a high proportion of eco-friendly materials including recycled materials. There is no evidence it minimises packaging. There is no evidence it minimises textile waste when manufacturing its products. There is no evidence it is taking specific steps to reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions. However its use of eco-friendly materials reduces its climate impact and limits the amount of chemicals, water and wastewater used in production.

Its labour rating is 'not good enough'. It sources its final stage of production from countries with extreme risk of labour abuse. It traces some of its supply chain. There is no evidence it ensures payment of a living wage in its supply chain. There is no evidence it audits its suppliers.

Its animal rating is 'good'. It does not use wool, down, fur, exotic animal skin or exotic animal hair. It uses recycled leather.

Paperthinks is rated It's a start overall.

Last updated November 2022