Ensures down and feathers come from animals that have not been subjected to unnecessary harm.
The Responsible Down Standard (RDS) is a voluntary global standard that ensures down and feathers come from ducks and geese that have been treated well — prohibiting live-plucking and force-feeding — and tracks the material through the supply chain.
RDS gives brands and consumers confidence that down products respect animal welfare. IQS supports the down supply chain in achieving RDS certification.
Certification that verifies responsible animal welfare across the down supply chain.
Prove humane treatment of ducks and geese.
Satisfy demand for responsible down products.
Track down through the supply chain.
Support credible welfare claims.
Reduce reputational and welfare risk.
Sustain certification through annual audits.
The core areas your organization will address with IQS support.
A transparent, impartial route from first contact through to ongoing support.
We define the certification scope, products and material flows to be covered.
We review your inputs, suppliers and transaction records against the standard.
A qualified auditor verifies processing, segregation and record-keeping on site.
Your scope certificate is issued, with annual audits to maintain certification.
Talk to our team for a free, no-obligation discussion about RDS — usually within one business day.