The first bluesign® system partner in Brazil is ERCA, a pioneer in cutting-edge chemical solutions for the textile industry, which bluesign® is happy to introduce. This accomplishment strengthens the bluesign® brand’s global reach and represents a critical turning point in the brand’s growth.
As a member of the ERCA Group, which has production facilities across Asia, Latin America, and Europe, ERCA is committed to sustainable development and responsible innovation. The company is well-known for its cutting-edge chemical specialties, such as its ground-breaking REVECOL® line, which is approved by Bluesign and converts waste materials like used vegetable oil into high-performance textile solutions.
Bluesign’s objective to promote sustainable practices in the textile sector is ideally aligned with ERCA’s dedication to environmental responsibility and transparency. Through its partnership with bluesign, ERCA Brazil demonstrates its commitment to minimizing its environmental impact and guaranteeing the highest levels of sustainability and safety in its goods.
The president of ERCA Brazil, Sidnei Maturano, stated, “We are incredibly proud to be the first company in Brazil to become a bluesign System Partner.” “This accomplishment is a direct result of our team’s unwavering commitment to sustainability and ethical production practices. Bluesign’s strict guidelines, in our opinion, will not only help our business but also our clients and the environment.”
He added:”There are many advantages to becoming a Bluesign System Partner. Customers of Erca Brazil benefit from this accreditation since it guarantees that safe chemicals are used in product manufacturing, lowering the possibility of hazardous materials entering the supply chain. This dedication to sustainability and safety is in line with consumers’ increasing desire for items that are ecologically friendly.
Additionally, Erca Brazil’s commitment to energy efficiency and resource conservation is demonstrated by its bluesign System Partner designation. Erca Brazil can lessen waste in all aspects of its business and lessen its environmental impact by putting bluesign’s best practices into practice.
This collaboration not only demonstrates ERCA’s leadership in Brazil but also bluesign’s expanding global influence and dedication to sustainability. Bluesign is leading the way in reshaping the textile sector for a more sustainable future, and it currently has partners on several continents.
About bluesign®
bluesign® is a leading sustainability standard in the textile industry, founded in Switzerland in 2000. It promotes responsible manufacturing by ensuring that products meet the highest environmental and safety standards across the supply chain. The bluesign® system focuses on resource efficiency, consumer safety, emissions control, and worker protection. By partnering with manufacturers, chemical suppliers, and brands, bluesign® helps minimize environmental impact and reduce hazardous substances. The bluesign® label guarantees that textiles are safe for people and the planet, making it a trusted consumer facing symbol of sustainability worldwide.
