Is Targus sustainable?
Broadly yes — Targus averages 78/100 on EthiCompare, and its packaging, sourcing and certification record hold up better than most brands we track. Uses recycled polyester and FSC-certified packaging; participates in UN Global Compact, but lacks comprehensive corporate targets.
We read sustainability as verifiable practice, not marketing: third-party certification, packaging design, sourcing disclosure and published, dated targets. Claims without evidence score as unverified.
The evidence behind the answer
Cruelty-freeverified
No public company-wide policy on animal testing; minimal evidence of testing.
Third-party certifiedverified
We record 3 distinct certifications across this brand's products.
Scored with our public methodology.
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Targus: frequently asked
Is Targus sustainable?+
Broadly yes — Targus averages 78/100 on EthiCompare, and its packaging, sourcing and certification record hold up better than most brands we track. Uses recycled polyester and FSC-certified packaging; participates in UN Global Compact, but lacks comprehensive corporate targets.
Targus: Cruelty-free?+
No public company-wide policy on animal testing; minimal evidence of testing.
Targus: Vegan options?+
Limited but the Fairway sleeve is PETA Approved Vegan.
Targus: Sells in mainland China?+
Selling through mainland Chinese retail has historically triggered post-market animal testing.
Targus: Third-party certified?+
We record 3 distinct certifications across this brand's products.
What is Targus's ethics score?+
Targus averages 78/100 across 1 product we score on certifications, sourcing, labour, packaging and transparency.