Textile Exchange Materials Matter Standard (MMS): Impacts to Tier 4 to Tier 1 sites

Date: Wednesday, 4 November 2026

Time: 2:00 - 3:00 pm (IST)

The new Materials Matter Standard (MMS) released last year by Textile Exchange will replace the long-standing GRS, RCS, RWS, RAS and RMS. While the transition period begins from 2027, understanding the key requirements and changes will allow manufacturers, suppliers and buyers to start the preparation earlier. On 4 November, our Scheme Manager and General Manager – Sustainability Mr. Sumit Gupta will walk everyone through in one hour on MMS:
•    Impacts to Tier 4 sites to Brands and Retailers
•    Updated environmental and social requirements
•    Certification requirements that remain the same
•    Upcoming announcement from Textile Exchange to look for

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About the Speaker

Sumit Gupta

Global Programme Manager
Eurofins Assurance India

Sumit is a versatile sustainability leader with over 17 years of progressive experience in the fields of auditing, chemical compliance, benchmarking, training, and standards development.  

In his current role at Eurofins Assurance, Sumit oversees and manages sustainability programme development that covers Global Organic Textile Standard, Textile Exchange and Better Cotton. Prior to this role, Sumit held positions in technical compliance, quality assurance, and stakeholder engagement at IOAS, GOTS, and other third-party certification bodies. 

Sumit earned a Gold Medal in his Bachelor of Tech. and holds a Distinction in his Master of Tech. from leading institutions in India.