WHAT IS THE BEST CERTIFICATION FOR ORGANIC CLOTHING?

WHAT IS THE BEST CERTIFICATION FOR ORGANIC CLOTHING?

WHY CHOOSE GOTS-CERTIFIED CLOTHING?

The benefits for you and the planet:

The GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification is one of the most recognized and rigorous certifications in the sustainable fashion industry. It guarantees that a garment is made from organic fibers and that every step of production—from the cotton field to the final sewing of the garment—meets strict environmental and social standards.

This includes:

• Growing cotton without GMOs or chemical pesticides
• Processing without toxic substances
• Ethical working conditions throughout the supply chain

Producers, processing factories, and brands each receive a specific GOTS certification based on their role in the supply chain.

 

WHAT IS THE GOTS LABEL?

ECO-FRIENDLY CERTIFICATION FOR NATURAL TEXTILE FIBERS

The GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) label applies exclusively to natural fibers and covers the entire production chain—from cultivation to final manufacturing—by enforcing:

• Strict environmental criteria
• High social standards
• Health and animal welfare regulations

For example, animal fibers are prohibited if their production involves harmful practices toward animals.

THE TWO CATEGORIES OF GOTS CERTIFICATION:

"Made with Organic" and "Organic" – What's the difference?

• "Made with Organic": at least 70% organic fibers
• "Organic": at least 95% organic fibers, as is the case in the making of our clothing

LOW-IMPACT ENVIRONMENTAL PROCESSES:

In addition to regulating the percentage of organic fibers, GOTS enforces environmentally friendly production methods, ensuring:

• Durability
• Product traceability
• Safety

Substances Banned by GOTS:

The GOTS certification strictly prohibits the use of hazardous substances such as:

• Endocrine disruptors
• Carcinogens
• Toxic solvents
• Heavy metals

HOW TO VERIFY IF A PRODUCT IS TRULY GOTS-CERTIFIED?

Here are 2 simple tips to recognize a truly eco-responsible garment:

• Visit the official GOTS website and enter the manufacturer’s license number to confirm the certification.
• Check the GOTS logo on the label and make sure it is accompanied by the name or code of the certifying body, as well as the license number.

 

ORGANIC COTTON VS CONVENTIONAL COTTON:

Criteria	Organic Cotton	Conventional Cotton
Fertilizers Used	Natural fertilizers	Chemical fertilizers
GMOs	GMOs strictly prohibited	GMOs frequently used
Water Consumption	Reduced thanks to natural and controlled irrigation	Very high water usage
Soil Impact	Promotes soil fertility and biodiversity	Depletes soil and harms biodiversity
Fabric Quality	Softer, more comfortable, and durable fibers	Variable quality; fabric may shrink after washing
Human Health	Lower risk for farmers and consumers due to absence of toxic chemicals	Contains chemical residues that may be toxic
Working Conditions	More ethical and regulated	Often unregulated, sometimes exploitative or harmful