MNS6926:2021 NATIONAL STANDARD

Mongolian sustainable textile production standard

In view of global endeavors to switch to sustainability, Mongolian government has adopted sustainable textile production standard that reflects the indicators of international criteria and therefore ensures an environmentally friendly and socially viable practices at the processing stage of cashmere value chain. The Mongolian national standard is the first ever guiding document that will lead the country’s light industry development to become sustainable.

What is MNS 6926:2021 Sustainable textile production – Code of practice

This is a nationwide standard for improving operational systems for textile processing industries for sustainable production. The main scope of the standard is to provide basic principles of sustainable textile production, its main criteria and provide methodology for assessment, verification and certification.

 

Why should local factories adopt this standard?

By adopting this standard into their operation, processing companies shall be able to implement integrated policy for sustainable production, decreasing the negative environmental impacts and increase their social responsibilities. Additionally, companies can create opportunities to be transparent about their sustainability.

Mongolian sustainable textile production standard covers a range of globally essential issues that not only help the businesses to develop but the nature to thrive

  • Rational use of natural resources
  • Energy consumption
  • Water consumption
  • Use of chemicals
  • Waste management
  • Social responsibility
  • Animal welfare

How are animal welfare and rangeland conservation reflected in “MNS 6926 2021 Sustainable textile production”?

In order to meet sustainability criteria for ensuring animal welfare and rangeland protection, the standard indicates that the companies need to source raw materials from herders and herders’ organizations, which have adopted national standard MNS 6891:2020 ‘Responsible Nomad’. Responsible Nomad national standard can be found as a part of this package. To download please use this link: https://estandard.gov.mn/standard/v/6714

 

Environmental management reflected in the MNS 6926:2021 Sustainable textile production”

 

The standard has 7 chapters and 35 criteria. Some of the criteria are as follows:

  • According national standard, wool and cashmere processing companies must develop water and energy saving plan and shall reduce at least 5% every year.
  • Wastewater treatment plant shall meet the requirements of Mongolian national standard “Basic requirements for the location, treatment technology and level of wastewater treatment plant”. The quality of wastewater supplied to the sewerage system shall meet the requirements of above mentioned standard.
  • Processing companies must use colorants and chemicals which meet requirements of internationally recognized ‘green’ certifications such as REACH, ZDHC, MRSL, RSL, Blue sign, GOTS, GreenScreen Certified, OEKO-TEX.

If you would like to download this standard, please use this link:  https://estandard.gov.mn/standard/v/6778

Social responsibilities reflected in the MNS 6926:2021 Sustainable textile production”

Social responsibility of this standard covers areas such as Labor relations and training, Child and Juvenile Labor, Discrimination, Avoiding harassment and abuse, Wages, Occupational Health and Safety.

Wool and cashmere processing companies that have adopted or working toward adoption of this national standard can be found on our digital brochure. Please refer to the screen for more information.

Who accredits local industries according to MNS 6926:2021 Sustainable textile production?”

Mongolian Wool and Cashmere Association has an independent certification body ensured ISO 17065 international standard, accredited by Mongolian Accreditation System. Hence, textile processing companies are monitored and audited by this certification organization.

Currently, 18 local industries have agreed to transforming their businesses adhering to sustainable models and mobilizing the resources to stand as pioneers adopting the required standards and inspiring the other industries for the change.

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The ethical cashmere come from Mongolian responsible herders

Centuries-long tradition of nomadic pastoralism and fragile sensitive eco system of Mongolian steppe makes the Mongolian cashmere unique

STANDARD LIST

 1. RAW MATERIAL PREPARATION, PREPARATION SYSTEM 
Wool
5101.11.00 Sheep wool MNS 33:2007
5102.19.43 Camel wool MNS 36:2015
5102.11.10 Goat cashmere MNS 38:2007
5102.19.30 Yak wool MNS 6377:2013
Хялгас
5102.11.50 &

5102.19.90

Guard hair MNS 37:2007
2. WASHED (PRIMARY PROCESSED) RAW MATERIAL
5101.21.00 Sheep washed wool MNS 780:2007
5102.11.20 Knitting. Goat, camel, yak washed cashmere, wool, hair MNS 6741:2019
Factory wool
5101.29.00 Wool, cashmere. Factory waste Tannery hair MNS 5251:2008
3. PROCESSED (DEHAIRED) RAW MATERIAL
5105.31.10 Goat dehaired cashmere MNS 3683:2015
5105.31.30 Factory waste. Guard hair, short cashmere MNS 4251:2008
5105.39.11 Camel dehaired wool MNS 4950:2015
5105.39.90 Yak dehaired hair MNS 5248:2015
5103.30.00 Filling sheep wool material MNS 6459:2014
4. SPINNING PRODUCT
5109.90.00 Spinning product. Yak cashmere spun. MNS 5865:2008
5108.10.00 Spinning product. Cashmere spun MNS 5820:2007
5108.20.00 Woven. Cashmere spun MNS 5306:2003
5. Knitwear
6101-6112;

6201-6212

Goat cashmere, camel wool, yak hair woven and knitwear MNS 6809:2019
6101-6112;

6201-6212

Woven. Knitwear MNS 5307:2003
6. WOVEN PRODUCT
5112.11.00 Half wool fabric for school uniform MNS 6232:2011
5111.11.00 Wool and cashmere woven drape MNS 6816:2020
6101-6112;

6201-6212

Goat cashmere, camel wool, yak hair woven products MNS 6809:2019
5111.11.00 Unit woven cashmere products MNS 6683:2017
5111.19.00 Camel wool and yak hair blanket MNS 3685:2003
5701.10.00 Machine made carpet MNS 1588:2009
 6. SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION PROCESS
“Sustainable textile production” certification MNS 6926:2021