H&M's product policy

  • H&M does not sell real fur.
  • H&M only sells leather from cattle, buffalo, sheep, goats and pigs that are raised for meat production.
  • H&M does not buy leather from India due to the cruel animal transportation that takes place.
  • H&M does not buy silk from India due to poor working conditions in the Indian silk industry.
  • H&M does not accept mulesing, the practice carried out on merino sheep in Australia in order to prevent fly strike, and has therefore decided to concentrate its buying on suppliers that can guarantee mulesing-free merino wool.
  • H&M products contain no materials made from endangered species.
  • Down and feathers come exclusively from birds raised for meat production. H&M also requires a certificate stating that the down and feathers have been washed and sterilised as necessary.
  • For wooden products originating from countries with tropical rainforest, H&M requires certification from the FSC (Forest Stewardship Council).
  • H&M’s children’s clothes must be comfortable and practical. H&M endeavours not to sell children’s wear that could be perceived as provocative.
  • Prints on tops and other garments must not be offensive, racist, sexist, political or religious.
  • All garments are marked with their country of origin.