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Certifications & Responsible Manufacturing
At Hicon, we believe that high-performance products should be developed with responsibility, transparency, and respect for people and the environment.
As a professional manufacturer specializing in outdoor performance socks, we have established a comprehensive certification and compliance system to support the evolving sustainability requirements of global outdoor brands. Our commitment goes beyond finished products — we focus on building a fully traceable and responsible supply chain from certified raw materials to final delivery.
Hicon’s supply chain has been systematically developed and managed according to internationally recognized standards, including RWS (Responsible Wool Standard) and GRS (Global Recycled Standard) requirements. Our certified supply chain covers not only key textile materials, but also supporting components such as packaging materials, including recycled-content plastic bags, hangtags, and other accessories where applicable.
With increasing demand from European and North American brands for verified sustainability claims, many customers now require official Transaction Certificates (TCs) to confirm the certified origin and traceability of materials. Hicon has extensive experience in managing certification documentation and coordinating with certified suppliers to ensure smooth TC issuance throughout the order process.
Through our strong understanding of certification systems, documentation requirements, and supply chain management, we help our partners reduce compliance risks and confidently develop sustainable outdoor sock collections that meet international market expectations.
Our certifications represent more than compliance — they reflect Hicon’s long-term commitment to responsible manufacturing, transparent partnerships, and sustainable growth with global outdoor brands.
At Shanghai Hicon Industrial Co.,Ltd, we are committed to driving the circular economy through responsible manufacturing. We are proud to be GRS (Global Recycled Standard) certified, a premier international certification that verifies the recycled content of our products and ensures a transparent, traceable supply chain from source to final product.
By operating under the strict GRS framework, we provide our partners with verifiable proof of sustainable production, ensuring that your products align with the highest global environmental and social standards.
At Shanghai Hicon Industrial Co.,Ltd, we prioritize the health and safety of the end consumer above all else. We are proud to be Oeko-Tex (STANDARD 100) certified, a global benchmark for textile safety. This certification verifies that every component of our products—from the raw fibers and fabrics to threads, buttons, and accessories—has been rigorously tested for harmful substances.
By maintaining this certification, we ensure our products are harmless to human health and meet the highest ecological requirements in the global textile market.
At Shanghai Hicon Industrial Co.,Ltd, we are dedicated to conducting business with integrity. As a proud Sedex member, we prioritize supply chain transparency by sharing accurate, up-to-date ethical data through the Sedex platform. This membership underscores our commitment to responsible sourcing and allows us to streamline compliance processes with our global partners.
We utilize the SMETA (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit) framework to maintain high standards across labor rights, health and safety, environment, and business ethics.
At Shanghai Hicon Industrial Co.,Ltd, we place integrity at the heart of our production. We are a fully RWS (Responsible Wool Standard) certified facility, bridging the gap between conscientious farming practices and premium textile manufacturing. By adhering to the rigorous RWS framework, we ensure that every fiber in our production line is sourced from farms that prioritize holistic land management and the highest standards of Merino Wool.