The jungle of certifications

Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)

Established in 2006, GOTS is an international standard for organic fabrics and textiles. It guarantees that all materials used in production are free from harmful chemicals, while also being socially and environmentally responsible. GOTS-certified companies must ensure that at least 70% of their materials are organic, with the remaining 30% made from natural fibers or recycled materials.

Oeko-Tex Standard 100

The Oeko-Tex Standard 100 is an independent certification for textiles made from synthetic and natural fibers. It verifies that materials used in the production of clothing, accessories and home textiles are free from hazardous levels of chemicals and toxins. Oeko-Tex also sets limits for specific substances such as formaldehyde, plasticizers and dyes. The OEKO TEX standard 100 label certifies only the finished product. It does not take into account the manufacturing stages. This means that the final product may contain toxic substances or have caused discharges into nature during the manufacturing process, as long as these substances have been completely eliminated before the end of the textile creation process.

Global Recycling Standard (GRS)

Global Recycled Standard certification is designed to ensure that materials used in production are recycled responsibly. GRS-certified companies must be able to trace the origin of their raw materials and demonstrate that at least 50% of them are recycled. In addition, they must ensure that the final product contains less than 100 ppm of heavy metals.

PETA

PETA's vegan certification aims to ensure that products are free from materials, ingredients and by-products of animal origin. To be certified, companies must provide PETA with detailed information on their production processes and raw material supply chains. In particular, they must certify that the fabrics they use are not treated with products of animal origin, and that the dyes they use are not tested on animals.

Organic Content Standard (OCS)

The Organic Content Standard is a label that certifies products made from at least 95% organic materials. It assesses all stages of production, including raw material sourcing and manufacturing processes, ensuring that the final product contains only natural ingredients. The OCS label also requires companies to use environmentally-friendly packaging and avoid the use of animal-based products and animal testing.