Restriction on the processing of denim

Blue Angel·clause 3.16·p.67

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How it is proven

Evidence required
detailed information on all production sites at which denim end products holding the environmental label are produced, as well as documentation and photos to verify the alternative processes with which the distressed denim effect is achieved. The applicant must confirm that no mechanical sandblasting or potassium permanganate is used.
Who checks it
Independent body verifies — a certifier, auditor or verifier with no stake

How Klar Cite classifies it

Klar Cite’s reading of the clause, not the scheme’s own claim.

What it asks
Meet — a limit, condition or outcome the product must satisfy
Standing
Required — must be met for the credential
Impact area
Social Health & Equity — the CMF area the clause addresses

Cite this clause

Blue Angel · DE-UZ 154 Textiles · version DE-UZ 154 · clause 3.16 · page 67 · build 2026-10-05-0439 · https://klarcite.com/r/169b1b49c7e60704

Source document

Record details

Page 67. Read in build 2026-10-05-0439, harvested 2026-10-05.

uid 169b1b49c7e60704 · document 8d3c7614605a3346 · fidelity verbatim · published 2023

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