What OEKO-TEX and GOTS mean for sewn products
OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 and GOTS are often mentioned together, but they answer different questions.
STANDARD 100 focuses on harmful substances in the textile. GOTS focuses on organic fibres and the way they are processed.
STANDARD 100 product classes
Products are tested for harmful substances. Limits depend on how the textile is used, and the strictest class covers babies and toddlers.
Class I
Articles for babies and toddlers up to three years.
Class II
Articles mainly in direct contact with the skin.
Class III
Articles with little or no skin contact, such as outdoor textiles.
Class IV
Decoration materials, such as curtains and upholstery fabrics.
Two label grades
Organic
At least 95% of the fibres must be organic.
Made with organic
At least 70% of the fibres must be organic.
Certified materials are not a certified product
Using certified fabric does not give a finished product the right to carry the label. OEKO-TEX states that ready-made articles need their own certificate, even when the components are certified. If you want the label on your finished product, plan certification with your supply chain from the start.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between OEKO-TEX and GOTS?
OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 tests textiles for harmful substances. GOTS is a standard for textiles made from organic fibres.
Can a product made from OEKO-TEX fabric carry the label?
Not automatically. OEKO-TEX requires a dedicated certificate for the ready-made article.
Can Tututis Textil use certified materials?
Yes. We work with OEKO-TEX and GOTS certified materials. Tell us at the start if your product needs them.
Need a manufacturer for your sewn product?
Send us your drawings, samples or tech pack. We will reply with a proposal, a quote and lead times.