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| Decision field | Free + paidCommon ObjectiveGlobalRemove | Open accessCFDA Production DirectoryUnited States · North AmericaRemove |
|---|---|---|
| Decision fit | ||
| Primary job | Source production | Source production |
| Area | Production | Production |
| Best for | Finding sustainability-focused suppliers and guidance | Building a US manufacturer shortlist |
| Know before using | A profile, match, uploaded credential, training credit, award, or platform ranking is not independent certification of a supplier or proof of current capability, performance, impact, capacity, or project fit. The platform's own ranking inputs and paid visibility affect discovery. Verify credentials with the issuer and check the legal entity, production site, claims, samples, references, terms, and compliance directly. | CFDA states that it collects basic business information but does not audit, certify, or monitor the listed facilities, and that inclusion is not endorsement, recommendation, a quality guarantee, or CFDA membership. Verify identity, ownership, capabilities, materials, equipment, minimums, capacity, price, lead time, quality systems, labor and environmental practices, compliance, references, contracts, and product fit directly before selection. |
| Practical access | ||
| For | Apparel brands | Apparel brands |
| Location or jurisdiction | Global | United States · North America |
| Access | Free + paid | Open access |
| Format | Marketplace | Directory |
| Source type | Commercial marketplace | Industry organization |
| Source and review | ||
| What the source establishes | Common Objective currently offers free individual and business profiles, personalised matches, supplier and content search, and limited monthly connection requests. Paid tiers unlock unlimited connections, additional content, training credits, and the CO Create sourcing workflow. Businesses enter their own profile information and upload certification or membership evidence; profile completeness, sustainability material, training credits, awards, and paid capabilities can influence visibility or ranking. | CFDA publishes this as an open-access directory of United States fashion contract manufacturers with no registration required. The page supports sorting by service, product, category, and sample or production minimums and publishes an email route for manufacturers to add, update, or remove a listing. |
| Linked page reviewed | Jul 21, 2026 | Jul 21, 2026 |
| Next review due | Jan 17, 2027 | Jan 17, 2027 |
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