Sustainability - Our Why
For us, sustainability isn’t an afterthought.
It’s the foundation of everything we create at Sandos.
At Sandos, we believe beautiful things should be made with care and consciousness. For us, sustainability isn’t an afterthought - it’s why we started. From the beginning, we wanted to create something different: flip flops that not only feel good to wear but also tread a little lighter. We know no production is truly impact-free, but by choosing FSC-certified natural rubber - a renewable, responsibly harvested material - we set out to create a pair that has as little impact as possible.
With ethical production at the heart of our brand, our flip flops are hand crafted in Sri Lanka using locally and sustainably harvested, FSC-certified natural rubber.
This globally recognised certification adheres to strict guidelines, guaranteeing that the rubber is responsibly cultivated, processed and distributed with care for both the environment and local communities.
We have combined quality with conscious design so you can feel good with every step.
WHY FSC-CERTIFIED NATURAL RUBBER?
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification guarantees that our rubber is sourced from responsibly managed plantations.
What does this mean?
Protecting forests & ecosystems: Rubber is tapped from trees without harming them, ensuring biodiversity and forest health.
Supporting communities: Certification requires fair wages, safe working conditions, and respect for local communities and workers’ rights.
Sustainable harvest: Trees are managed responsibly, ensuring long-term renewal and preventing over-exploitation.
LET’S TALK ABOUT NATURAL RUBBER VS EVA
Most flip flops are made with EVA (ethylene-vinyl acetate), a type of plastic foam derived from petrochemicals. While it’s lightweight and inexpensive, EVA is non-biodegradable and contributes to the growing problem of plastic pollution. In contrast, our FSC-certified natural rubber is a renewable, biodegradable resource. It breaks down naturally over time, leaving less impact on landfills and oceans. It’s proof that comfort and durability don’t have to come at the planet’s expense.
BETTER FOR PEOPLE, BETTER FOR THE PLANET
By choosing Sandos, you’re supporting a more ethical and environmentally responsible supply chain - one that values people as much as it values the planet.
