Gosoaky

PRODUCTION LOCATIONS

• North China, near Beijing

WORKING CONDITIONS & LIVING WAGES

Production in China offers well-developed infrastructure and technical expertise, particularly in the textile and outdoor clothing sector. At the same time, there are risks in terms of labour rights, wages and transparency, particularly with suppliers that are not regularly inspected.

All GOSOAKY products are handmade in a small factory in northern China. The brand emphasises a close and good relationship with this producer. It is not mentioned that they have their own production facilities. 

GOSOAKY works exclusively with certified suppliers and says it ensures that employees have safer working conditions, fairer wages are paid and normal working hours are observed. This is monitored through annual reports. However, the specific certifications are not specified. According to the website, it appears that GOSOAKY works with one main producer.

GOSOAKY supports projects to protect penguins in the Antarctic. This measure is part of its commitment to combating climate change, overfishing and environmental pollution. 

MATERIALS

• Dense Micro Twill 
• Nylon 
• Soft Jersey
• Towelling

GOSOAKY uses technical functional fabrics that are specially designed for outdoor clothing. These are mainly synthetic materials that are weatherproof, durable and childproof.

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PACKAGING

GOSOAKY does not provide any information on the packaging materials used, neither in the area of e‑commerce nor within the supply chain.

WATER CONSUMPTION & CHEMICALS

GOSOAKY specifically uses materials that are harmless to health and completely avoids the use of PFC, AZO dyes and BPA in order to protect both the environment and children’s health. 

Instead of conventional, fluorine-containing impregnations, BIONIC-FINISH® ECO is used in all products – a fluorine-free alternative that has a water-repellent effect without releasing harmful substances.

The company also emphasises that it only works with certified suppliers, but does not mention any specific environmental or social certificates such as GOTS, OEKO-TEX® or bluesign®. 

GOSOAKY also does not provide any information on topics such as water consumption, dyeing, printing or bleaching processes or the avoidance of microplastic emissions from synthetic fibres.

The measures in the area of chemicals management are therefore presented in a comprehensible manner, while there is currently no transparency regarding other environmentally relevant aspects such as textile finishing, microplastics or water resources.

CIRCULAR PRODUCT DESIGN 

However, given the use of functional fabrics, coated materials, inner linings and elasticated cuffs, it can be assumed that many products consist of combinations of materials. 

There is no indication that GOSOAKY takes back, reprocesses or recycles used products.

Although the products are described as durable and should ideally be passed on, they do not appear to be made from raw materials that have already been reused.

It is not known whether certain design elements such as easily replaceable zips, modular structures or spare parts are planned. An in-house repair service or a recommendation for repair by a third party is also not communicated.

CIRCULAR BUSINESS MODEL

GOSOAKY does not offer a repair service. There is no indication that spare parts are provided or that customers are supported in maintaining their garments.

Similarly, the company does not operate a take-back service in the sense of taking back worn or worn-out garments for reuse, refurbishment or recycling. The brand does mention that its products can be passed on, for example to siblings or friends, but this is an individual approach and not a structured take-back initiative.

Other circular business models are not mentioned and do not currently appear to be part of the brand strategy. 

GOSOAKY focuses primarily on longevity through high-quality workmanship, but not on formalised circular solutions.

DISTANCE & COMPLEXITY OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN

• China
• The GOSOAKY headquarters are located in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

TRANSPORT 

• GOSOAKY does not provide any information on the means of transport or the transport strategy within the supply chain.
• GOSOAKY also does not provide any details on online shipping.

The brand expressly emphasises that no animal ingredients are contained in its products.

PRODUCT DESIGN

GOSOAKY produces functional outdoor clothing for children, including weatherproof jackets, mackintoshes, transitional models and lined coats for cold days. The products are designed to support the everyday life of active families: technically sophisticated, durable and stylish at the same time. The collections combine classic cuts with modern details and are aimed at children who want to play outside and move freely.

SLOW FASHION PROCESSES

Changing designs and seasonal novelties can be observed on the website, which indicates a classic mode of seasonal collections.

The products are not made to measure (manufactured according to individual body measurements) and also not made to order (produced to order). 

TRANSPARENCY OF THE PRODUCT

The GOSOAKY product pages primarily communicate the technical and functional details of each jacket. Key information includes the water column, water repellency, taped seams, material type, as well as information on freedom from animals and safety.

There is also information on functional features such as adjustable sleeves, removable inner jackets, windproof properties and reflective details. The sizing advice is also very detailed, including model size, size recommendation according to body measurements and EU standard sizes.

However, transparency regarding the origin of the products remains limited: It is not stated in which country the respective item of clothing was produced. Buyers are therefore unable to trace where their specific product was manufactured. Information on the exact materials is also missing.

Overall, the product description focuses on functionality, safety and comfort, while traceability and production origin are not disclosed. There is therefore no real product transparency at the individual product level.

TRANSPARENCY OF THE PROCESS

GOSOAKY provides only limited insight into its own production processes and supply chain on its website. A general information page does mention that the garments are manufactured in a small factory north of Beijing, China, by certified suppliers. The brand also emphasises that fairer working conditions, safe production facilities and fairer wages are monitored through annual reports. However, these reports are not published, and specific names of suppliers or details of the entire supply chain are completely missing.

The information on social and environmental responsibility can only be found on general pages, but not in relation to specific products. 

There is no product-related traceability.

The brand communicates its efforts in individual aspects (e.g. chemical-free, animal-free), but does not provide comprehensive, verifiable or systematically prepared transparency reports.