ethical trading
[ˈɛθɪkəl ˈtreɪdɪŋ]
noun
comércio ético
1. International commerce that prioritizes fair labor practices, environmental sustainability, and social responsibility in supply chains and business operations
The company committed to ethical trading by ensuring fair wages for all workers in developing countries.
A empresa se comprometeu com o comércio ético ao garantir salários justos para todos os trabalhadores em países em desenvolvimento.
2. Trade practices that avoid exploitation, child labor, unsafe working conditions, and environmental damage
Ethical trading certifications help consumers identify products made under fair conditions.
Certificações de comércio ético ajudam os consumidores a identificar produtos fabricados sob condições justas.
3. Business approach aligned with moral principles and social responsibility standards
Many retailers are adopting ethical trading policies to meet consumer demands for responsible sourcing.
Muitos varejistas estão adotando políticas de comércio ético para atender às demandas dos consumidores por fornecimento responsável.
Ethical trading has gained significant traction in both Brazil and the USA as consumers increasingly demand transparency and responsibility from corporations. In Brazil, this movement is often connected to concerns about labor exploitation in agriculture (coffee, cocoa) and manufacturing sectors. In the USA, ethical trading reflects broader ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) investment trends and conscious consumerism. The concept aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals and is promoted by certification bodies like Fair Trade International.
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