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Ethical Supply Chain Program (ESCP) Audits

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Help build ethical and responsible supply chains

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Compliance with social and environmental standards in the supply chain is increasingly important for businesses and buyers worldwide. Certification to the standards of the Ethical Supply Chain Program (ESCP) demonstrates your commitment to ethical business practices.

With over 20 years of experience supporting ethical manufacturing, TÜV Rheinland is a trusted ESCP-accredited audit partner, helping factories, brands, and buyers meet globally recognized ethical and sustainability standards. Our audits ensure compliance with labor laws and environmental safety policies while improving transparency and reducing audit fatigue across industries.

What is the Ethical Supply Chain Program?

The Ethical Supply Chain Program (ESCP) is a global initiative to ensure fair treatment of workers and ethical practices in manufacturing facilities. Originally developed for the toy industry, ESCP Certification is now used across many other industries, reflecting customers' increasing demand for compliance with social, ethical, and environmental standards.

"ESCP Certification represents trust, quality and ethical integrity. Over 1,500 brands, retailers, licensors, as well as 1,000+ manufacturing businesses globally have joined this community of responsible businesses, creating synergies to advance supply chain sustainability"

Benefits of an ESCP Audit

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Benefits for buyers

  • Improve supply chain transparency and resilience.
  • Avoid multiple audits by adopting a recognized global standard.
  • Strengthen your Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) efforts.
  • Gain confidence in maintaining compliance with social and environmental requirements.

Benefits for suppliers

  • Improve supply chain transparency and resilience.
  • Avoid multiple audits by adopting a recognized global standard.
  • Strengthen your Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) efforts.
  • Gain confidence in maintaining compliance with social and environmental requirements.

Save time and money – ESCP audits pay off

The Ethical Supply Chain Program offers manufacturers and brands an efficient alternative to redundant supply chain audits. By adopting ESCP Certification, factories can reduce costs, enhance operational efficiencies, and maintain compliance with buyers’ demands.

Given its global adoption, ESCP Certification improves workplace conditions and demonstrates alignment with ethical, legal, and safety standards—reducing issues like worker turnover and non-compliance risks.

Five steps to ESCP Certification

Five steps to ESCP Certification

ESCP advantages at a glance

  • Unified ethical manufacturing certification accepted by global buyers.
  • Reduced audit fatigue leads to cost and time savings.
  • Comprehensive support via ESCP training, workshops, and resources.
  • Marketplace visibility for certified manufacturers through ESCP Connect.
  • Over two decades of experience building transparent and responsible supply chains.

Harness the advantages of our expertise

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With TÜV Rheinland’s global network of expert auditors, you benefit from unparalleled insights and streamlined compliance services. Our ESCP-accredited audits eliminate duplicate assessments, saving you resources and enhancing your reputation with customers. Partner with us to show your commitment to ethical labor practices and sustainability.

Discover more about the Ethical Supply Chain Program

Download comprehensive background information on the ESCP .

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ESCP: Ethical Supply Chain Program

ESCP: Ethical Supply Chain Program

ESCP is an advanced responsible sourcing program that goes beyond social audits.

Learn how ESCP Certification elevates your business

The Ethical Supply Chain Program (ESCP) empowers suppliers and manufacturers with tools to proactively meet compliance challenges, while efficiently managing buyer expectations and social standards..

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We are your competent partner for the audit, assessment and certification of your suppliers with regard to fair and safe working conditions, responsible business practices and sustainability.

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Achieve ESCP compliance today

Contact our experts to receive a customized quote and guidance for ESCP Certification.

Contact our experts to receive a customized quote and guidance for ESCP Certification.

Have questions about ESCP audits? Get in touch with TÜV Rheinland’s compliance experts today.

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