Sustainability

Responsible Materials

We prioritize eco-friendly materials that reduce waste and environmental impact — without compromising performance or finish.

Recycled and lower-impact materials at Young Group
Why materials matter

A responsible material has to survive the wash test too.

Recycled and lower-impact materials only help a brand if they hold their finish, their colour and their strength through production and wear. Every material we put on the palette is chosen for performance first, then verified for the claim behind it.

That order matters: a substitution that fails after ten washes costs more than the impact it saved. We would rather tell you a material is not ready than let it reach your customer.

What we use

A responsible material palette.

Selected to reduce waste and environmental impact while keeping quality high.

Recycled Options

Recycled yarns, papers and films that perform like their conventional counterparts.

FSC-Certified Paper

Responsibly sourced paper for tags, booklets and paper packaging.

Water-Based Inks

Lower-impact inks and finishes for cleaner, safer production.

Recycled Fibres

Eco yarns and sustainable fibres for socks and woven products.

Biodegradable Options

Compostable and biodegradable materials for a circular approach.

Responsible Packaging

Packaging designed to use less and be reused or recycled.

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