Product materials are evaluated with the following criteria: environmental impact, recyclability, sourcing, and carbon footprint. In order to pass our selection process, products must be 75% recyclable or made of recycled material, sustainably sourced, and have a carbon footprint within the range or below the industry standard.

Fact: Materials such as iron, brass, acrylic, and nickel can be recycled infinitely.

The labor involved in creating the products are evaluated on the following criteria, based on the United Nations Labor Standards: child labor, occupational safety and health, non-discriminatory policies, and livable wages. In order to pass our selection process, the product must meet the United Nations Labor Standards, provide safe working conditions, no child labor, a safe and healthy working environment, non-discriminatory policies in place, and provide livable wages to workers. A2 Interior does not knowingly buy or sell products that are made, in whole or in part, using forced or underage labor.

The companies we work with are evaluated using the following criteria: fair business conduct, local economic impact, consumer well-being, and anti-bribery. In order to pass our selection process, the company must adhere to ethical principles, refrain from unfair trade practices and any form of bribery or corruption, and support local economies through employment practices and charitable contributions.