Is Knot ethical?
RecommendedYes — Knot scores 92/100 on EthiCompare, one of the stronger ratings in our database, with 1 of 4 ethics signals verified.
| Check | Status | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cruelty-free | unverified | No third-party cruelty-free certification found on the products we track. |
| Vegan options | unverified | We have not verified certified vegan formulations for this brand. |
| Sells in mainland China | unverified | We have not confirmed this brand's mainland China distribution. |
| Third-party certified | verified | We record 3 distinct certifications across this brand's products. |
| Certifications | on file | Global Recycled Standard, B Corp, 1% for the Planet |
Scored with our public methodology.
Knot at a glance
Knot offers 1 product on EthiCompare across Jewelry & Accessories, with an average ethics score of 92/10 and recurring certifications including Global Recycled Standard, B Corp, 1% for the Planet.
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Standards & certifications
Verified credentials appearing across Knot's product range.
Ethics breakdown
Average scores across our scoring pillars.
- Transparency97/10
- Environment96/10
- Labor94/10
- Sourcing88/10
- Animal Welfare85/10
Categories covered
Where Knot shows up across our directory.
- Jewelry & Accessories1
What reviewers highlight
Strengths mentioned most often across Knot's products.
- ✓Never needs a battery change
- ✓Eco-friendly recycled steel construction
- ✓Sapphire glass is nearly unscratchable
Sustainability commitments
"Solar-powered movement removes hazardous battery waste from landfills."
Products from Knot
A high-precision, Japanese-made solar watch featuring a case made from 80% recycled medical-grade stainless steel and a vegetable-tanned leather strap.
Common questions about Knot
Is Knot cruelty-free?+
We have no cruelty-free certification on file for Knot's scored products. Absence of a certification is not proof of animal testing, but it does mean nothing independent has been verified.
How does Knot score overall?+
Knot averages 92/100 across the 1 products we have scored, using public certifications, sourcing disclosures and controversy records.
Who owns Knot?+
Parent-company ownership changes what your money supports. See our brand ownership map for the current group structure and any conflicting parent-company records.
What are the best alternatives to Knot?+
Our alternatives page ranks comparable products by ethics score with a side-by-side difference table, so you can see exactly which pillar improves.