In the simplest terms, GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) is a global certification that covers “organic” textiles throughout the supply chain, while OEKO-TEX is a global certification that covers “organic and non-organic” textiles and finished products.
GOTS is the world’s leading standard for organic fibers and textile products. Depending on the certification, GOTS also covers the entire manufacturing process – including fair labour practices, and adherence to stringent environmental and technical criteria. To obtain OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification, a fabric or finished product (whether
organic or not) is tested and certified to be within safe limits of more than 100 substances known to be harmful to human health.
Both standards provide confidence that a raw material or finished product has been independently tested, and is safe for humans.