All the products that BONITO offers are manufactured under the rules and principles of fair trade.
Also, the cotton is ethically produced in Peru, in a family business, which has the GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification, which not only guarantees the traceability of the organic cotton they use, but also their standard of fair treatment of each person involved in the production chain.
In addition, BONITO has a social project called Socialito, which helps young people in complex family situations, and with few economic resources, to enjoy the sea. Giving them access to sailing, windsurfing and surfing courses so that they can discover these sports and all that they entail. So 5% of BONITO’s income goes to pay for these courses.
BONITO uses organic cotton from Peru, which is sustainably grown according to international standards and is GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) and USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) certified.
Most of BONITO’s products are made using the PIMA cotton variety, recognised worldwide for its quality. But in addition to the very high quality of this cotton, and all the functional benefits this brings (softness, durability, etc.), it has other advantages. This cotton is grown using non-genetically modified seeds. Crop fields are rotated to allow them to regenerate. Its cultivation consumes less water than other cottons. And no chemicals or pesticides are used to care for it.
In addition, as every small gesture in favour of the environment adds up, they try to pay attention to all details that may contribute to the good health of the planet, so all buttons on their garments are made of corozo, a natural material extracted from the fruit of the Corozo palm tree, and YKK zips comply with Oeko-Tex Standard 100 class I standards.
Finally, the printing of the T‑shirt designs is done with water-based inks, which are Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified. Their pigment dyes are also Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified, but they are aware that there is room for improvement. That is why BONITO is always reviewing and improving their processes, and they have been testing with 100% natural dyes, and although the results obtained have not been the desired ones, they keep on trying.
At COSH! we are big fans of mono-material garments because they are easy to recycle. In the case of BONITO, most of its garments are made only with organic cotton, an easily sortable and recyclable fabric.
All the manufacturing, dyeing and printing of their products is carried out in workshops in Barcelona, thus being able to personally supervise each and every stage of the process, and being able to have all the guarantees that their products are produced in compliance with all labour and environmental regulations.
However, the cotton is produced in Peru, in a family business, pioneer in the production and development of organic cotton textiles in Peru since 1986 called Bergman Rivera. And which currently provides a livelihood for more than 120 families.
BONITO does not use animal-derived fabrics! In other words, it is a brand that respects animal welfare.
At BONITO they don’t believe in seasonal collections, in renewing wardrobes every two months. Nor do they believe in low quality products that don’t last or in big discounts during sales.
That is why they create high quality and timeless products, which are intended to last over time and be enjoyed by several generations. Because they believe that this is the best way to save, for the benefit of the planet and your pocket.
BONITO is a brand that stands for transparency, respect for people’s work and environmental protection. You can find out more about BONITO in the sustainability section of its website.
In addition, BONITO has disclosed to COSH! the names of its suppliers and garment factories, so we can be sure that BONITO is a transparent brand!
Conclusion
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