Understanding chemical management system for compliance in textile/apparel supply chain

The effluent discharged from a textile mill contains many polluting chemicals that can affect aquatic life and human health. Some toxic chemicals such as Alkyl Phenol Ethoxylates (APEOs) used widely in textile processes can be toxic to fish. Other chemicals such as urea and some sequestering

that prevents sunlight and air penetration, resulting in the death of aquatic species.