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[edit] Sustainable
[edit] Packaging
The packaging of humane products should not be excessive and wasteful. The products should allow refilling at the store rather than buying new containers.
[edit] Locally Made
Humane products should be produced, manufactured, and distributed in one's home region, or as close as possible. Products shipped from far away must be transported by plane, ship, truck, or train to reach the consumer. This process of transporting goods uses fuel.
[edit] Inclusive
[edit] Locally made
Small businesses can become endangered by larger corporations seeking to control the market. Small-business owners are our neighbors and they need the support of local members of the community. Inclusive home products will be produced by and/or sold by members of one's own home community, because our purchase helps maintain jobs in the economy and helps support local arts and craftsmanship.
For example, many people make and sell home-made soap.
[edit] Cruelty-free
[edit] Animal testing
Companies should make it easier to find out what products use animal testing. Not testing on animals would make home products humane.
The leaping bunny
Many companies that do not test on animals certify their products as humane with the Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics (CCIC). The recognized logo of the CCIC is the "leaping bunny". Products with this logo are certified cruelty-free.
[edit] Links to other websites
Co-op America's National Green Pages This online and print directory highlights businesses across America that are making products in humane ways.
The Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics (CCIC) This group certifies products as "not tested on animals", publishes a humane shopping guide on their website, and is a resource for members of the industry and consumers to learn more about animal testing.
