UPF50+ Certification and Endorsement

Our hats provide superior sun protection with a UPF50+ rating, effectively blocking 97-98% of harmful UVA and UVB rays. Our UPF50+ certified hats have undergone thorough testing by independent laboratories and meet strict UPF50+ regulations, in accordance with the recognized standards of EN 13758-2:2003+A1 (Europe) and the CANSA SunSmart Choice™ seal of recognition (South Africa).

UV Protection Explained

UVA protection safeguards the deeper layers of your skin from premature aging and wrinkles, while UVB protection decreases the risk of sunburn and potential long-term damage.

How Materials Affect UV Protection

The “holes” in the fabric created by the weave of the hat will make a difference depending on whether the fabric absorbs or scatters the UV rays. It is difficult to tell how protective clothing is by looking at it or holding it up to the light, because the human eye responds to Visible Radiation, and not to UVR (Ultraviolet Radiation). The transmission of light through fabrics in the visible range is often higher than in the UVR range. Laboratory UPF testing simulates a worst-case situation, where the UVR is incident at right angles to the fabric and transmission is therefore maximal.

When you see a UPF50+ swing tag or label on our products, you can be confident about the listed level of sun protection.