Samsonite Sustainability ExplainedUpdated 16 minutes ago
Samsonite is working to reduce the environmental impact of its products and operations, while continuing to focus on durability, repairability and responsible practices across its supply chain.
As a retailer of Samsonite products, we want to provide clear information about the sustainability commitments and claims made by the brand.
The information below is based on information published by Samsonite. As its sustainability programme develops, the brand may update its commitments, targets and reported progress.
Durable products designed to last
Samsonite states that designing durable, high-quality and functional products has long been part of its approach.
The brand says that its products undergo extensive testing to assess their durability and reliability over time.
Samsonite considers durability an important part of its sustainability approach because products that remain in use for longer may not need to be replaced as frequently. The brand describes this as part of its wider focus on reducing the environmental impact of its products.
Repairability
Samsonite has offered repair services since 1976 and continues to work on improving the repairability of its products.
The brand states that it is working on measures including:
Designing components to make repairs easier
Supporting at-home repairs and self-repair elements
Improving consistency of spare parts across collections
Using components that are easier to disassemble
Expanding repair solutions across different regions
Samsonite currently states that, as part of its product warranties covering materials and workmanship, it offers repairs in approximately 70 countries globally, including in many stores. Repair availability, costs and the type of repair offered can vary by product and location.
Recycled and more sustainable materials
Samsonite is increasing its use of recycled materials in its products.
According to Samsonite, approximately 52% of its net sales in 2025 came from products incorporating some recycled materials.
The proportion of recycled material varies between products. Samsonite states that, in 2025, the recycled materials incorporated into its products ranged from around 0% to 85% by total product weight.
Samsonite uses recycled materials in a number of different components, including:
Recycled polyester
Recycled polypropylene
Recycled polycarbonate
Recycled aluminium
The brand states that it is continuing to increase the use of recycled materials in key components, including outer shells and pull-handle tubes.
The amount and type of recycled material therefore varies by product. Where a Samsonite product has specific recycled-content information, the individual product page should be consulted for the relevant details.
Examples of product-specific recycled content
Samsonite's product pages provide specific information about recycled materials for individual products.
For example, some current Samsonite products specify recycled content in components such as the outer fabric, lining and zips. The exact percentage and components vary between products.
This means that a statement that a product contains recycled materials should not be interpreted as meaning that the entire product is made from recycled materials.
Circular design and product end of life
Samsonite is also exploring ways to move towards more circular products and solutions.
In 2025, the brand launched the Essens Circular Limited Edition, which it describes as incorporating circular design principles. The outer shell of the specified Essens Circular Spinner 75 model contains at least 80% recycled materials by weight, including around 35% recycled polypropylene from pre-owned suitcases.
Samsonite has also launched the Proxis Circular Limited Edition, which incorporates bio-circular and recycled materials. Samsonite states that the suitcase has a total share of 65% bio-circular and recycled materials by weight, with the outer shell incorporating at least 75% recycled cooking oil by weight using the ISCC PLUS mass-balance approach.
These are specific product claims and should not be taken to mean that all Samsonite products contain the same proportion of recycled or bio-circular materials.
Samsonite is also exploring ways to recycle or repurpose products at the end of their useful life.
Renewable electricity
Samsonite states that it has maintained 100% renewable electricity across its owned and operated retail stores, manufacturing and distribution facilities and offices since 2023.
The brand says this is achieved through a combination of:
On-site solar generation
Participation in green power programmes
Purchasing renewable energy certificates
This statement relates to the owned and operated facilities specified by Samsonite. It should not be interpreted as meaning that all energy used throughout the wider Samsonite supply chain, or in the manufacture and transportation of every product, comes from renewable sources.
Reducing emissions
Samsonite has set science-based climate targets covering both its own operations and parts of its wider value chain.
The company states that it aims to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, compared with its 2023 baseline.
It has also set a target to reduce emissions from purchased goods and services by 52% per unit of gross profit by 2030, compared with its 2022 baseline. Samsonite states that these targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative.
These are corporate emissions-reduction targets and should not be interpreted as a claim that an individual Samsonite product is carbon neutral or has a particular carbon footprint unless the product is specifically described that way.
Packaging
Samsonite is working to reduce packaging waste through its Sustainable Packaging Guidance.
The brand's packaging principles are to:
Reduce material use
Use reusable and recyclable packaging
Prioritise more sustainable materials where possible
Samsonite states that it developed new Sustainable Packaging Guidance in 2025 and is continuing to roll it out across the organisation.
These principles apply to Samsonite's approach to packaging and do not mean that all Samsonite packaging is currently reusable, recyclable or made from recycled materials.
Responsible supply chain
Samsonite states that it works with suppliers to promote fair and safe working conditions throughout its supply chain.
The brand requires finished-goods suppliers, as well as certain raw-material and component suppliers, to sign its Ethical Charter, which sets out principles for respecting people in its supply chain.
Samsonite also operates a Global Social Compliance Program, under which a subset of suppliers is subject to auditing. The company also conducts supplier training and other activities intended to improve understanding of social compliance requirements and supplier performance.
These commitments relate to social and ethical practices within the supply chain and are separate from environmental claims about individual products.
What does this mean for Samsonite products?
Samsonite's sustainability approach covers several different areas, including:
Product durability
Repairability
Recycled and other more sustainable materials
Circular design
Renewable electricity
Emissions reduction
Packaging
Supply-chain practices
The specific sustainability characteristics of a Samsonite product depend on the product and its components.
For this reason, a general statement about Samsonite's sustainability approach should not be interpreted as meaning that every Samsonite product has the same environmental characteristics.
Where a product has specific sustainability attributes, these should be considered alongside the individual product information.
Where can I find more information?
Samsonite publishes information about its sustainability strategy, commitments and progress through its Our Responsible Journey programme.
For the latest information, please refer to Samsonite's current sustainability information and its latest sustainability reporting.
The information in this Help Centre article is based on information published by Samsonite and is intended to explain the brand's stated approach. It does not constitute an independent assessment or certification of Samsonite's sustainability claims.
Information checked: September 2026.