Responsible Down Standard (RDS) Certification: The New Standard in Responsible Down Production
What is RDS?
The Responsible Down Standard (RDS) is an international certification standard that ensures that down and down products derived from waterfowl such as geese and ducks are ethically and responsibly sourced. Developed by Textile Exchange, RDS provides transparency and traceability in the production of poultry feathers while adhering to animal welfare principles. This standard ensures that animals are raised in humane conditions and practices such as force-feeding or live plucking are avoided.