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.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fair traderesponsible tradingsustainable commercemoral business practices
Antonyms / Antônimos
exploitative tradingunfair tradeunethical commercesweatshop labor

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comércio ético
standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
comércio responsável
alternative term emphasizing responsibility aspect
Rio de Janeiro
negócio ético
less formal variant
Portugal
comércio ético
identical to Brazilian usage; also 'comércio justo' for fair trade emphasis

Related Words

fair trade certificationsupply chain responsibilitycorporate social responsibility (CSR)sustainable businesslabor rightsenvironmental sustainability

Related Idioms & Phrases

clean business practices
doing business the right way
putting your money where your mouth is
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