Our ethical compliance verification ensures that suppliers operate in line with India’s labor laws, international ethical sourcing standards, and sustainability frameworks. This involves auditing workplace safety, fair wages, working hours, absence of child labor, and adherence to environmental norms. We evaluate a factory’s written policies, on-ground practices, and certifications to ensure that every product is made responsibly.

We examine:

• Labor Law Compliance – Alignment with the Factories Act, 1948; Minimum Wages Act, 1948; and related state regulations.
  
• Worker Safety – Occupational health measures, PPE availability, fire safety compliance.
  
• Fair Wages & Benefits – Payroll audits, wage slips, and statutory benefits like Provident Fund (PF) and Employees’ State Insurance (ESI).
  
• No Child or Forced Labor – Verification through worker interviews, ID checks, and attendance records.
  
• Gender Equality & Inclusion – Anti-discrimination policies and representation of women in the workforce.
  
• Environmental Responsibility – Waste disposal, pollution control, and adherence to environmental clearance norms.
  

India Advantage (Data):

• India has over 63 million MSMEs, employing more than 110 million people, making labor compliance a crucial factor for sustainable supply chains (MSME Annual Report 2023–24).
  
• According to the ILO India Report 2023, sectors like textiles, handicrafts, and leather have seen a 15% increase in certified ethical sourcing practices over the last five years due to global buyer requirements.
  
• SEDEX & SA8000 certified factories in India are concentrated in major export hubs like Tirupur (textiles), Moradabad (metal crafts), and Noida (apparel & accessories), ensuring easier access to compliant suppliers.
  
• The Sustainable Apparel Coalition’s Higg Index data shows that Indian apparel manufacturers have improved their labor and environmental compliance scores by 20% between 2019–2023.
  

Why It Matters:
Global buyers increasingly demand traceable, ethically sourced products to protect their brand reputation and comply with regulations like the UK Modern Slavery Act and the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act. Indiaunbox’s ethical compliance verification ensures your suppliers meet these requirements—giving you peace of mind and a strong positioning in global markets.