by Jennifer Schappert | Sep 15, 2026 | ALERTS
On 14 August 2026, the US Government published formal comments critical of the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) and requesting a reduced scope for foreign-owned companies. The US warned that it would take “any actions necessary to address... 
by Jennifer Schappert | Jun 25, 2026 | ALERTS
On 23 June 2026, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued two Withhold Release Orders (WROs) against garments produced by Needle Craft Ltd. and Casual Wear Apparel LLC in Jordan. These are the fifth and sixth WROs issued in 2026. CBP identified seven ILO forced... 
by Jennifer Schappert | Jun 16, 2026 | ALERTS
On 2 June 2026, the US Trade Representative (USTR) released preliminary findings from investigations into 60 countries on forced labour imports. The USTR proposed additional tariffs of 10–12.5% on imports from all 60 countries. Key findings The investigations... by Jennifer Schappert | Feb 19, 2026 | ALERTS
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development has published a paper examining responsible business conduct (RBC) risks in recycling processes within the garment and footwear sector. The research underpinning the paper was undertaken with support from Due... 
by Jennifer Schappert | Feb 25, 2025 | INSIGHTS, Homepage carousel
Transparentem’s new report flags forced labour risks in Taiwan’s textile industry. The investigation primarily focuses on apparel companies and is backed by strong evidence, including third-party audits and worker testimonies. However, Transparentem maintains that...