GOTS focuses on the certification of organic textile products in general, not limited to cotton alone. It encompasses the entire supply chain from raw material harvesting to the manufacturing of the final product. The cultivation of GOTS cotton must be 100% organic, with certifications such as USDA Organic or EU Organic ensuring the absence of genetically modified seeds and harmful pesticides, herbicides, and chemical fertilizers. In contrast, the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) concentrates solely on more sustainable farming practices and socioeconomically fair conditions for farmers, without necessarily requiring organic cultivation free from environmentally harmful chemicals.