Currently, the Green Economy has become a vital driver of the global economy, generating more than $1.3 trillion in revenue. As the fastest-growing economic system in the world, it prioritizes environmental protection and sustainable social values. This growth is driven by a rising demand for products sourced from natural environments that meet international standards and are certified by credible organizations. Consequently, major entrepreneurs are increasingly prioritizing and adapting their business models to prevent potential damage throughout the entire product supply chain, satisfying evolving consumer demands and ensuring corporate sustainability.
Since 1993, the Forest Stewardship Council™ (FSC™) has grown to become the most recognized and trusted forest management organization worldwide. It is supported by leading non-profit organizations such as WWF and Greenpeace. FSC maintains its leadership in forest management and standards by continuously improving and developing its systems. This ongoing effort promotes the green industry and addresses emerging issues within the rapidly changing economic and environmental landscape, while expanding existing partnerships and fostering new collaborations.
Sri Trang Gloves (Thailand) Public Company Limited, under the Sri Trang Group, is immensely proud to be the world's first fully integrated natural rubber operator to achieve FSC certification across the entire supply chain. Since 2019, our certification has covered every stage—from upstream to downstream—including rubber plantations, rubber cultivation, collection points, concentrated latex factories, glove manufacturing facilities, and the finished rubber gloves delivered to users worldwide.
With a 100% commitment to fair business practices and the responsible production and distribution of high-standard products, Sri Trang Gloves are truly worthy of being called "Gloves of Life"—a testament to authentic and enduring sustainability.
We strictly adhere to the 10 Principles and 70 Criteria for managing our rubber plantations in accordance with FSC™ standards, as follows:
- Principle 1: Compliance with Laws
- Principle 2: Workers’ Rights and Employment Conditions
- Principle 3: Indigenous Peoples’ Rights
- Principle 4: Community Relations
- Principle 5: Benefits from the Forest
- Principle 6: Environmental Values and Impacts
- Principle 7: Management Planning
- Principle 8: Monitoring and Assessment
- Principle 9: High Conservation Values
- Principle 10: Implementation of Management Activities
Why should you choose FSC™ certified products?
- Transparency: The FSC™ label guarantees that the raw material sources are transparent and fully traceable.
- Regeneration: It ensures that harvested or felled trees are replaced by new plantings within the harvested areas.
- Biodiversity: It certifies that flora and fauna within the forest plantations or conservation areas are strictly protected.
- Global Recognition: FSC™ is the only organization recognized for setting international standards for responsible forest management, supported by global entities such as WWF, Greenpeace, and The Woodland Trust.
- Rights & Heritage: FSC™ protects the rights of indigenous peoples and local communities. Significant sites, including sacred grounds or archaeological remains, are exempted from harvest and strictly preserved.
- Future Resources: FSC™ provides assurance that future generations will have access to valuable forest and natural resources.
- Fair Labor & Community Support: Plantation owners must recognize workers' rights, prioritizing local employment, providing safety training and equipment, and ensuring fair wages and legal benefits. Furthermore, they must maintain positive community relations, such as supporting local school developments.
- Coexistence: FSC™ creates a market foundation that ensures forests and people can thrive together in harmony.
- Traceability: All timber and materials are identified and traceable from the forest to the retail shelf. The entire supply chain clearly distinguishes between FSC-certified and non-certified materials.
- Versatility: The FSC™ label can be found on wood and paper products, as well as non-timber forest products like natural latex.
"Because every touch matters to life" From the very first day we open our eyes to this beautiful world, a rubber glove is often the first touch we experience, protecting us as we are delivered into our mother's embrace. Throughout our lives, rubber gloves continue to protect us at every moment. We have always held the philosophy of "Clean Care for Every Touch." Our commitment extends beyond human rights, animal welfare, and the basic environment necessary for human life; we care deeply for the nature that surrounds us—the soil, the water, and every living creature on this planet.
