About Us

From our trading and scouring facilities in West Yorkshire, UK, right through to operations in Chile, China and New Zealand, everything about Standard Wool reflects a unique combination of heritage and experience complemented by modern-day business practices, professionalism and technology.

With origins dating right back to the 18th century, we're a group with a history to be proud of and a reputation that's stood the test of time. Many of the specialists that make up our teams have been in the wool trade for decades, and bring a wealth of experience, knowledge and dedication to their roles. But we don't stop there - as a global company at the very forefront of the industry, we've made it our business to combine traditional values and a dependable no-nonsense approach with all the technological innovation, operational flexibility and forward-thinking attitudes you'd expect.

At the heart of our success are our people and animals. They truly make our business what it is today. We believe that by supporting and safe-guarding both, not only do our customers benefit from our investments, but our children - and the generations still to come - will reap the rewards too.

By working hard to achieve our quality standard accreditations, such as the ISO14001; subscribing and adhering to stringent guidelines of animal welfare, as set out by World Organisation of Animal Health (OIE)) and our trade body International Wool Textile Organisation (IWTO); Standard Wool continues to lead where others follow.

For copies of our quality standards accreditations and guidelines to animal welfare, please click on the links below:

Global Orgnaic Textile Standards (GOTS) Certificate
IWTO Guidelines for Wool Sheep Welfare - English
IWTO Guidelines for Wool Sheep Welfare - Spanish
Standard Wool PETA Statement - English
Standard Wool PETA Statement - Spanish

Click here to see current and future developments in Animal Welfare through the IWTO.