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Shein strengthens supplier termination policy after uncovering cases of child labour

The e-commerce giant now immediately terminates suppliers that commit severe violations of its ethics code.
Melodie Michel
Shein strengthens supplier termination policy after uncovering cases of child labour
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Chinese fast fashion company Shein has revealed that it changed its supplier termination policy last year shortly after uncovering two cases of child labour in its supply chain.

The e-commerce giant now immediately terminates suppliers that commit severe violations of its ethics code – including those using forced or child labour – instead of offering them 30 days for remediation. 

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