Ethical Sourcing & Manufacturing Policy

At Innova Max USA, we believe that beautiful products should also embody beautiful values. Our commitment to ethical sourcing and responsible manufacturing is fundamental to who we are and how we operate. This policy outlines our dedication to upholding human rights, promoting fair labor practices, supporting sustainable communities, and minimizing our environmental footprint in the creation of our handwoven Shatranji rugs and other textile products.

We partner directly with artisan communities in Rangpur, Bangladesh, to ensure every rug we offer is crafted with integrity and respect.

1. Fair Labor Practices & Human Rights

Innova Max USA is committed to ensuring fair and safe working conditions for all individuals involved in our supply chain, particularly our skilled artisans in Bangladesh. Our core principles include:

• Fair Wages: We ensure that artisans receive fair and living wages that enable them to meet their basic needs and support their families, exceeding local minimum wage requirements.
• No Child Labor: We have a strict zero-tolerance policy against child labor. We verify the age of all workers and ensure adherence to national and international laws on minimum working age.
• No Forced Labor: All labor must be voluntary. We prohibit any form of forced, bonded, or involuntary prison labor.
• Safe Working Conditions: We strive to ensure that our artisans work in clean, safe, and healthy environments, free from harassment, discrimination, and hazardous conditions.
• Freedom of Association: Workers have the right to associate, organize, and bargain collectively, without fear of reprisal.
• Non-Discrimination: We uphold principles of non-discrimination based on race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, political opinion, national origin, social origin, disability, or age.
• Reasonable Working Hours: We advocate for reasonable working hours, ensuring that workers are not subjected to excessive overtime and receive adequate rest periods.

2. Community Empowerment & Development

Our partnerships with artisans are designed to create lasting positive impacts on their communities:

• Direct Partnership: We establish direct relationships with artisan groups and cooperatives, cutting out intermediaries to ensure a greater share of the profit reaches the artisans.
• Skill Preservation: By providing a stable market for handwoven Shatranji rugs, we help preserve traditional weaving techniques and ensure these valuable skills are passed down to new generations.
• Economic Stability: Our consistent orders provide predictable income, allowing artisans to plan for their futures, invest in their families’ education, and improve their living standards.
• Gender Equality: Many of our artisans are women, and our partnerships provide them with economic independence and empowerment, contributing to greater gender equality in their communities.

3. Environmental Stewardship & Sustainable Practices

We are dedicated to minimizing our environmental impact throughout the sourcing and manufacturing process:

• Natural & Renewable Materials: Our Shatranji rugs are primarily made from natural, biodegradable, and renewable fibers such as jute and cotton, which are locally sourced in Bangladesh.
• Handwoven Process: The traditional handweaving process is inherently low-impact, requiring minimal energy compared to industrial machine production. This reduces our carbon footprint.
• Waste Reduction: We encourage efficient use of raw materials and strive to minimize waste throughout the production cycle.
• Eco-friendly Dyes: Where dyes are used, we prioritize those that are eco-friendly and minimize harmful chemicals.
• Packaging: We aim to use minimal and recyclable packaging materials for our exports wherever feasible, prioritizing product protection while reducing environmental waste.

4. Transparency & Accountability

Innova Max USA is committed to transparency in our supply chain and holds ourselves accountable to these ethical standards:

• Supplier Audits: We regularly engage with our artisan partners to ensure compliance with our ethical standards through communication, site visits (where feasible), and feedback mechanisms.
• Continuous Improvement: We view ethical sourcing as an ongoing journey. We are continuously seeking ways to improve our practices and the positive impact we have.
• Client Communication: We are open to sharing information about our ethical practices with our B2B clients, fostering trust and demonstrating our commitment.

5. Contact Us

For further information about our Ethical Sourcing & Manufacturing Policy, or to inquire about our practices, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]