With your support, we donate 100% of net profits to environmental initiatives through The Nature Conservancy

At Tellus, we believe the gear you wear should reflect the values you live by. From trailheads to town streets, every jacket, tee and layer carries a story — and certifications help tell it. These third-party standards hold brands accountable, verify sustainability claims and give you confidence that your apparel is built responsibly from the ground up.

Here’s a quick guide to the certifications you’ll find across Tellus products — and why they matter.

GiveBack100. We pledge to give 100% of net profits to organizations that directly combat our biggest environmental challenges, including coral reef protection, land & water conservation, and reforestation. You decide which cause matters most to you at check out.

bluesign® Certified. This Tellus-manufactured apparel is made in bluesign® certified mills, ensuring the safety of our workers and products from harmful chemicals.

Global Recycled Standard. All Tellus products are shipped from our manufacturers in Global Recycling Standard certified poly bags. This ensures all poly bag materials are made from recycled materials.

Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production. Sewn in a factory with a WRAP Gold Certificate of Compliance ensuring safe, lawful, humane, and ethical practices in production facilities.

Responsible Down Standard Certified. 100% of the down used in Tellus products is recycled and certified to the Responsible Down Standard, ensuring humane living conditions for ducks and geese.

FCS Certified. Tellus hangtags are made from 100% FSC certified recycled materials. The use of FSC recycled products means the paper used to make our hangtags can help to alleviate the pressure of demand on sources of virgin material, thereby helping to protect the world’s forests.

Oeko-Tex. Oeko-Tex is a certification system that sets rigorous standards for the safety and sustainability of textiles and textile products. It is considered better for consumers because it ensures products are free from harmful substances, produced using eco-friendly methods and adhere to responsible manufacturing practices.  

Organic Content Standard. The Organic Content Standard (OCS) is a certification that verifies the presence and quantity of organically grown materials in a product. By selecting products with the OCS certification, you can make more sustainable and health-conscious choices, as well as support ethical and eco-friendly farming practices, all while receiving products of good quality. 

Climate Neutral. All our bags are made with X-Pac fabric, a superior fabric that delivers high-performance, durability and weather resistance. X-Pac fabric is produced in facilities that are 100% climate-neutral. We are proud to work with companies where their carbon emissions have been significantly reduced through the use of green electricity, green gas and other measures. 

Responsible Wool Standard. We only use wool from sources that maintain the Responsible Wool Standard (RWS), a global standard for the welfare of sheep and the land they graze on. It focuses on ensuring that wool is produced in a sustainable, responsible and ethical manner.

Seawool. Seawool®, a textile derived from oyster shell waste and recycled PET bottles (rPET). The result is a soft and durable fabric that has moisture-wicking and antimicrobial defenses.  

100% Organic Cotton. Organic cotton farming eliminates chemical use entirely, slashes water consumption by up to 91% and reduces greenhouse gas emissions by a significant 45%. The organic variant generates 46% fewer carbon emissions than conventional cotton. 

Recycled Fabric. Made from recycled polyester, it takes far less waste to produce products made from recycled materials than virgin materials, meaning less landfill waste, less energy consumption and less environmental impact.

We also prioritize 100% organic cotton, grown without toxic pesticides or synthetic fertilizers to protect soil health, conserve water and support safer conditions for farmers. 

Certifications aren’t just logos on a tag — they’re proof points. They help ensure every Tellus product supports people, planet and performance. And because we give back 100% of net profits to environmental conservation and restoration, every purchase goes even further. 

Better gear. Greater impact. That’s the Tellus way. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are certifications important?

They provide third-party verification that materials and manufacturing meet environmental and social standards — helping prevent greenwashing and ensuring real impact. 

Does every Tellus product have all certifications?

Not every product carries every certification, but each Tellus piece is designed with sustainability in mind and uses certified materials whenever possible. 

Do certified products perform as well as conventional gear?

Absolutely. Certifications don’t compromise performance — they elevate it by pairing durability and comfort with responsible sourcing. 

How does Tellus go beyond certifications?

In addition to using certified materials and manufacturing, Tellus donates 100% of net profits to environmental conservation and restoration, supporting real-world impact long after your adventure ends. 

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