Shein’s rise and polyester’s surge threaten certified cotton, report says

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By Elsa WenzelSep 25, 2025, 4:35 pm180 ptsTrendingTop
Certified cotton that wastes less water and requires fewer chemicals than conventional agricultural practices is better for the planet and farmers. “However, if short-term financial and reporting goals encourage brands to expand their use of synthetics, even recycled synthetics, then sustainable cotton’s…

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