SFA Threads
The SFA’s digital traceability platform for certified cashmere
What is SFA Threads?
SFA Threads is the Sustainable Fibre Alliance’s digital supply chain traceability platform, introduced as part of the updated SFA Chain of Custody Standard (v1.1). It enables end-to-end visibility of SFA-certified cashmere as it moves through the supply chain — from raw fibre harvested on the rangeland to finished products.
SFA Threads doesn’t replace Chain of Custody certification — it enhances it, by providing a tamper-proof digital record of every batch, transaction, and inventory movement across the supply chain.
Why does it matter?
SFA Threads was developed to:
- Trace certified fibre end-to-end — tracking fibre and fibre products through every stage of the supply chain, from producers to brands
- Strengthen certification integrity — reducing the risk of uncertified fibre being sold as SFA-certified
- Streamline operations — replacing manual processes, duplicate paperwork, and fragmented record-keeping with a single digital system
- Ensure data integrity — providing transparent, tamper-proof audit trails for all supply chain transactions
Who needs to use SFA Threads?
Any organisation involved in the certified cashmere supply chain that takes legal ownership of SFA-certified products must use SFA Threads. This includes:
- Producers and Producer Organisations — recording certified raw fibre harvests
- Primary Processors — recording processing activity and fibre inventory
- Merchants, Manufacturers, and Brands — recording transactions and processing
- Retailers — recording purchases of certified product
- Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs) — reviewing and approving batch and transaction records
If you are unsure whether your organisation needs to register, contact us at support@sustainablefibre.org.
Important deadline
The schedule below shows dates for the roll-out of the Threads platform.
Training & resources
We have a range of resources to help you get started with SFA Threads:
- Getting started with Threads Infosheet — a one-page overview of key information regarding Threads.
- Initial Login Guide – A step-by-step guide for first time login to the Threads system for new users.
- Frequently asked questions (coming soon) — Answers to common questions about Threads that have been raised by existing users of the platform.
- Upcoming Training — Visit our training webpage for the schedule of upcoming training webinars and Q&A sessions.
- Training Resources — See a list of our existing training resources below:
General training resources
1.1 Getting Started with Threads
1.2 Initial Login Guide
1.3 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Bitesized Training Resources
Register a New Scope Certificate
Guidance for CABs on how to register a new Scope Certificate
Review an Initial Production Record (raw fibre batch)
Guidance for CABs on how to review an Initial production record (raw fibre batch)
Review an Initial Quantity Record
Guidance for CABs on how to review an Initial Quantity record (importing pre-certified fibre)
How to create an Initial Production record for raw fibre
Guidance for producers on how to upload raw fibre to their account on the platform
How to add an Initial Quantity record
Guidance for all companies on how to add Initial Quantity records for importing already certified fibre to their online inventory
Need help?
If you have a question about SFA Threads, can’t log in, or need support getting your organisation set up, our team is here to help.
About SFA Threads
SFA Threads is built on the Chainpoint platform, operated by Source Intelligence. It is owned and governed by the Sustainable Fibre Alliance. Users are primarily based in China, Mongolia, Italy, and the UK. The platform is available in English, Chinese and Mongolian.
See the login page at sfa-threads.com for full terms of use under ‘View Disclaimer’ section.
