Is Upstate ethical?
RecommendedYes — Upstate scores 94/100 on EthiCompare, one of the stronger ratings in our database, with 2 of 4 ethics signals verified.
| Check | Status | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cruelty-free | verified | At least one product in our database carries a third-party cruelty-free certification. |
| 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 4 distinct certifications across this brand's products. |
| Certifications | on file | Global Recycled Standard, B Corp, 1% for the Planet, PETA Approved |
Scored with our public methodology.
Upstate at a glance
Upstate offers 1 product on EthiCompare across Furniture & Decor, with an average ethics score of 94/10 and recurring certifications including Global Recycled Standard, B Corp, 1% for the Planet.
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Standards & certifications
Verified credentials appearing across Upstate's product range.
Ethics breakdown
Average scores across our scoring pillars.
- Animal Welfare100/10
- Sourcing98/10
- Environment96/10
- Transparency95/10
- Labor90/10
Categories covered
Where Upstate shows up across our directory.
- Furniture & Decor1
What reviewers highlight
Strengths mentioned most often across Upstate's products.
- ✓Brilliant use of recycled materials
- ✓Supports woman-owned B Corp
- ✓Unique, high-fashion aesthetic
Sustainability commitments
"Zero-dye process uses pre-colored recycled scraps to achieve unique colorways without additional water or chemical pollution."
Products from Upstate
A woman-founded brand creating vibrant, high-design home goods from recycled textile waste. The Re-Spun Throw turns landfill-bound scraps into a luxury home accessory with zero new water usage in the dyeing process.
Common questions about Upstate
Is Upstate cruelty-free?+
We have no cruelty-free certification on file for Upstate's scored products. Absence of a certification is not proof of animal testing, but it does mean nothing independent has been verified.
How does Upstate score overall?+
Upstate averages 94/100 across the 1 products we have scored, using public certifications, sourcing disclosures and controversy records.
Who owns Upstate?+
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 Upstate?+
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