GLOBAL ORGANIC TEXTILE STANDARD
The GOTS standard (Global Organic Textile Standard) was developed by the International Association of the Natural Textile Industry (IVN) together with the Soil Association (SA), the Organic Trade Association (OTA) and the Japan Organic Cotton Association (JOCA). GOTS is now recognized as the world’s leading standard for the processing of textiles made from organically produced natural fibres. At a high level, it defines environmental requirements along the entire textile production chain and at the same time demands compliance with social criteria.
Only textile products that consist of at least 70% organically produced natural fibers can be certified according to GOTS. The fashion and textile processing industry must also face up to today’s social challenges in terms of sustainability and environmental protection. It must completely rethink the way in which textiles are produced and traded. Organic fibers are used to ensure that textile processing is sustainable and has less impact on the environment. Because what counts most is the health of people and nature in order to preserve our habitat.
Chemical additives used in the Global Organic Textile Standard, such as dyes and auxiliaries, must meet certain environmental and toxicological criteria. Corresponding requirements also apply to the use of accessories.
What exactly does the Global Organic Textile Standard cover?
The standard evaluates the processing and production of textiles according to both ecological and social criteria. This is the only way to build a truly sustainable textile industry. This means that an assessment according to the Global Organic Textile Standard carefully examines every single production step – from the chemicals used to the ethical treatment of workers. Only if companies and products meet all the criteria of the standard are they certified according to GOTS.
So you can be sure you are buying sustainable clothing for your responsible project.
What advantages does the Global Organic Textile Standard offer for employee clothing?
- Strengthening the corporate brand and credibility
- Support for ESG, CSR and supply chain laws
- Positive effect on employer attractiveness (employer branding)
- Health and wearing comfort for employees
- Making sustainability measurable and verifiable
- Competitive advantage in tenders and customer projects
- Long-term economic efficiency: higher product quality & durability
Conclusion
GOTS-certified employee clothing is not a cost factor, but a strategic investment.
It combines sustainability, legal certainty, employer attractiveness and brand strength – and thus creates clear added value for companies that want to act in a future-oriented and responsible manner.
You can buy items from us that meet this standard and can also be awarded the Global Organic Textile Standard logo. Of course, we can also design a textile for you according to your ideas and have it produced with the GOTS certificate.
