As part of UKFT membership, we offer practical, business-focused support to help UK fashion and textile businesses navigate regulatory compliance across global markets. Our team works to ensure your business is informed, prepared and aligned with current and upcoming legislation affecting the UK fashion and textile industry.

Current compliance:
We help members understand and meet regulatory obligations in the countries they sell into. This includes tailored guidance on product safety, labelling, sustainability, chemical use, human rights laws and green claims.

Future readiness:
We monitor and respond to policy developments, keeping members informed of proposed changes and helping you prepare in advance. We also provide industry feedback to UK and international policymakers to ensure proposed legislation is practical and relevant.

Labelling compliance:
We support members with all aspects of product labelling, including care labels, GINETEX symbols, country-of-origin, packaging requirements and translations. This includes tailored support, resources and labelling artwork reviews.

Product safety and testing:
We offer advice on meeting safety standards and testing requirements across a wide range of product categories, from apparel and footwear to PPE and children’s products. We also work with a range of trusted partners.

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR):
We help members manage their obligations under global EPR schemes for textiles and packaging, including data submission, labelling, and fee structures. We partner with specialists to reduce the administrative burden.

Trade regulation:
We provide guidance on trade agreements, rules of origin (RoOs), tariffs and the movement of goods across borders. Our support helps businesses understand what’s required to benefit from preferential trade arrangements.

Support includes regular webinars, guides, resources and personalised advice. Areas covered include apparel, footwear, furnishings, PPE, cosmetics (guidance only), accessories, jewellery and more.

Members with queries, please contact info@ukft.org

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