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The FLEXX

Rated: It's a start

price: $$$$

location: Italy

The FLEXX is a footwear label with over two centuries of experience in the production of shoes.

The FLEXX sustainability rating

Planet

2 out of 5

People

3 out of 5

Animals

3 out of 5

Overall rating: It's a start

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The FLEXX's environment rating is 'not good enough'. It does not use eco-friendly materials. There is no evidence it minimises packaging. It uses renewable energy in its supply chain to reduce its climate impact. There is no evidence it implements water reduction initiatives.

Its labour rating is 'it's a start'. Its final stage of production is undertaken in Italy, 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 traces most of its supply chain. It visits its suppliers regularly.

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.

The FLEXX is rated 'It's a start' overall.

Last updated July 2021