Ethical Dupes
2 ethical dupes for Staedtler Noris Club Eco Watercolour Pencil Set – 72-Piece Master Gift Tin with Brush Pen
Same kind of product · Comparable ethics score · Same or lower price tier · Office & Stationery. Picked from our independently scored catalogue.
Staedtler
Staedtler Noris Club Eco Watercolour Pencil Set – 72-Piece Master Gift Tin with Brush PenOriginal: $$ · ethics 84/100
The picks
Sorted by ethics score. Each card shows the difference from the original.
A unique alternative to cedar pencils, these are made from rolled recycled newspapers and feature HB #2 graphite.
Art supplies made from tightly rolled recycled Canadian newspapers, offering a unique tactile grip and vibrant pigment.
Side by side
Certifications are as recorded on each listing; check the scheme's own directory for current scope.
| Product | Price tier | Ethics score | Certifications the original lacks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staedtler Noris Club Eco Watercolour Pencil Set – 72-Piece Master Gift Tin with Brush PenStaedtler · original | $$ | 84/100 | — |
| Onyx and Green Recycled Newspaper PencilsOnyx and Green | $ | 92/100 | Global Recycled Standard |
| Eco-Friendly Recycled Newspaper Coloring Pencils (24 Pack)TreeFree | $ | 85/100 | Vegan, Non-GMO |
Same kind of product
A dupe must be the same type of item as the original — soap for soap, a carry-on for a carry-on — from a different brand in the same category.
Comparable ethics
Its EthiCompare ethics score can be at most 5 points below the original's. Most picks match or beat it; the difference is shown under each card.
No pricier
It sits in the same or a lower price tier. Tiers are approximate bands, so check the retailer for today's price and size before comparing value.
Before you buy
Start with suitability, then compare the evidence. These checks are questions to investigate, not promises that every product in this ranking meets them.
- For paper, check the specific recycled-content or forestry claim rather than treating all green packaging as equivalent.
- Compare refill compatibility for pens and printer supplies before choosing reusable designs.
- For electronics and desk accessories, check repairability and avoid buying a replacement solely for a sustainability label.
What the ranking does—and does not—tell you
The ethics score is a comparison of the information recorded in our catalogue, not a customer star rating, safety test or complete lifecycle assessment. Check the individual product's sources, certificate scope and current retailer details before deciding.
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