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.
bluesign®
Focuses on safer chemistry and responsible manufacturing. It ensures harmful substances are removed from the supply chain while conserving water, energy and resources. For Tellus, bluesign means cleaner production and healthier ecosystems.
Global Recycled Standard (GRS)
Verifies recycled content and tracks it from raw material to finished product while evaluating environmental and social practices. When we use GRS-certified recycled polyester, you know we’re reducing reliance on virgin materials and keeping plastic waste out of landfills.
Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP)
Ensures factories meet strict standards for fair labor, safety and ethical manufacturing. WRAP helps confirm Tellus products are made in facilities that respect workers.
Responsible Down Standard (RDS)
Guarantees the down used in Tellus products is recycled and comes from birds treated humanely — no live-plucking or force-feeding — with traceability from farm to finished jacket, delivering warmth you can feel good about.
FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council)
Supports responsible forestry, ensuring packaging and hangtags come from forests managed for environmental health and community well-being.
OEKO-TEX®
Testing verifies fabrics are free from harmful chemicals, offering added peace of mind for what touches your skin.
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.