How to start to implement chemicals traceability
Section outline
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Implementing chemical traceability along global value chains is a complex and iterative process that requires a holistic understanding of current processes and goals in one’s organisation and the supply chain. To quickly cover all these topics in an easy-to-access manner, the “Chemicals Traceability Canvas for Textiles” proposes a structured path through the key stages and fields of implementing chemical traceability along textile value chains.
Access to the chemicals traceability canvas
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This training schemes concepts outlines the overall structure and content of a capacity building workshop series targeted at SMEs in the textile apparel value chains. It makes use of the tools and approaches developed in the ECHT project.
Access to the Concept for Training Schemes.
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"Trace-It" is a simulation game that allows players to step into the shoes of departments of organisations aiming to implement chemicals traceability.
Throughout the game play, players will be confronted with various challenges that need to be solved as a team. The game can be played in workshops with representatives from different organisations (incl. industry, NGO and public sector) or inside one company.
Access to the Manual of the Trace-IT Game
Access to the Trace-IT Game materials
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The present report proposes a method for the definition and tracking of substances of concern in products (as defined in Article 2(27) of the ESPR) as well as for the assessment and preparation of potential restriction measures for substances impacting the product aspects listed in Article 5(1) of the ESPR. The method informs the setting of performance requirements and information requirements, when relevant for the product under study. The intended audience for this report is primarily members of teams who will be undertaking Preparatory Studies for ESPR product groups, including from the European Commission, as well as stakeholders.
Rôles: #manufacturer, #economic operator, #distributor
November 2025
Source: https://publications.jrc.ec.europa.eu/repository/handle/JRC143683
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The ZDHC Commodity Chemical Guide V1.0 has been developed to provide a holistic approach for manufacturers of textile, apparel, leather, and footwear products to responsibly manage their commodity chemicals.
Roles: #distributor, #manufacturer, #economic operator
May 2024
Source: https://downloads.roadmaptozero.com/input/commodity-chemicals-guide
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