WHY RUBBER
Natural rubber is an environmentally friendly choice,
but only if it is sourced sustainably.
Protection of humans and nature is not a given
When natural rubber comes from uncertified forests, there is a risk that it contributes to deforestation and human rights abuses.
FSC certification is a proven tool for solving these challenges. It verifies that businesses in every link of the supply chain are committed to the environment and improving people’s lives. The FSC logo on the products you make or sell will show the world that you are part of this commitment.
But what exactly does this mean at forest level?
Watch exclusive interviews with nearly a dozen smallholder rubber farmers from several certified groups throughout Thailand to learn how FSC forest stewardship standards are delivering environmental, social, and economic benefits.
Protection of humans and nature is not a given
Sustainably sourced natural rubber is in demand - luckily!
Natural rubber is an environmentally friendly choice, but only if it is sourced sustainably. When natural rubber comes from uncertified forests, there is a risk that it contributes to deforestation and human rights abuses.
FSC certification is a proven tool for solving these challenges. It verifies that businesses in every link of the supply chain are committed to the environment and improving people’s lives. The FSC logo on the products you make or sell will show the world that you are part of this commitment.
With FSC-certified natural rubber, you are giving environmentally conscious consumers what they want. But providing sustainable natural rubber is also a win for your business and the health of our forests.
But what exactly does this mean at forest level?
In exclusive interviews with nearly a dozen smallholder rubber farmers from several certified groups throughout Thailand, learn how FSC forest stewardship standards are delivering environmental, social, and economic benefits for individuals and how to get involved in sustainable natural rubber.
"By sourcing FSC-certified natural rubber we have the confidence that our rubber meets the world’s strictest ecological and environmental standards, and that we’re not contributing to deforestation. And that the rights of local and Indigenous communities are being protected. Hunter is so proud to announce that by 2025 every ounce of natural rubber that we use in our footwear will be FSC certified. Our commitment to sourcing FSC-certified rubber has opened the doors to exciting brand collaborations, seen many benefits to our business, both internally and externally.”
Tina Nguyen,
Global Sustainability Lead, Hunter
Join us in transforming the natural rubber sector!
Support our call to protect people and nature by implementing an FSC certification sourcing policy: