Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)

The OECD - OCDE Report underscores our robust commitment to environmental and social integrity across the value chain. We extend our gratitude to Ecotextile News for spotlighting this milestone in their recent article! Read it here: https://lnkd.in/dngNkHDK #GOTS #OECD #DueDiligence #SustainableTextiles #ResponsibleSupplyChains #SustainableFashion #TextileStandards #ResponsibleBusiness #TextileIndustry #Transparency

We are happy to share highlights from our experience last month at Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics 2025 hosted by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd in the vibrant Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. It was a great opportunity to connect with GOTS-certified companies and industry professionals who are passionate about sustainability and curious to learn more about the value GOTS brings to the textile supply chain. Felicia Shi, GOTS Representative in APAC, gave a seminar titled “Meet GOTS – Your Source for Sustainable and Ethical Textiles Made with Organic Fibres,” offering insights into the benefits of GOTS certification and helping stakeholders better understand how the standard supports responsible production. #GlobalStandard #GOTS #MeetGOTS #Intertextile #SustainableTextiles #nogreenwashing #sayyestogots #TextileIndustry #organictextiles #TextileSourcing #messefrankurt #SustainableFashion #FashionInnovation #IntertextileShenzhen #Certification

Our recent feature in TextilWirtschaft details our strong alignment with international due diligence frameworks, as recognised in the OECD - OCDE’s Alignment Assessment of Initiatives for Due Diligence in the Garment and Footwear Sector. We thank TextilWirtschaft for covering this important milestone and invite industry stakeholders to read more about how GOTS can support responsible business practices! 📄 The article: https://lnkd.in/dETTja-K #GOTS #DueDiligence #OECD #TextilWirtschaft #SustainableFashion #TextileStandards #ResponsibleBusiness #HRDD #SupplyChains #TextileIndustry #Transparency

Join us at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Autumn Edition 2025!  Date: September 2–4, 2025  Venue: National Exhibition and Convention Center, Shanghai We are excited to participate in the world’s largest trade fair for apparel fabrics and accessories, hosted by Messe Frankfurt. Felicia Shi, our APAC Representative, will be on-site at our booth and speaking at the Econogy Hub, sharing the latest updates on GOTS and introducing the upcoming new standard. This year’s edition introduces new features such as the Econogy Hub—a dedicated space spotlighting sustainable innovation and circular solutions in the textile industry. From #EcoCertification and #ClimateAction to #MaterialTraceability and #GreenTechnologies, the Hub will host leading voices driving the transformation toward a more responsible fashion system. The Digital Solutions Zone will further highlight how technology, including AI, is shaping a smarter, greener future for textile design and production. We look forward to connecting with partners, innovators, and changemakers in the organic textile sector, and to exploring fresh opportunities in the global fashion market. See you in Shanghai this September! #goGOTS 🔗 For more details: https://lnkd.in/fMyb2tX #GlobalStandard #GOTS #MeetGOTS #Intertextile #SustainableTextiles #sayyestogots #fromfieldtofashion #OrganicTextiles #MesseFrankfurt #SustainableFashion #FashionInnovation #IntertextileShanghai2025

♻️ This Plastic-Free July - consider the plastic in your wardrobe. Over 60% of textiles today are made from synthetic fibres. These materials are derived from non-renewable fossil fuels, take hundreds of years to biodegrade and shed microplastics in every wash. GOTS-certified textiles are made from organic, natural fibres that are: ⭐️ Free from toxic chemicals ⭐️ Processed responsibly across the supply chain ⭐️ Verified by independent certification In IFOAM Organics Europe’s latest comparative infographic on synthetic vs. natural textiles, you can see the hidden cost of virgin synthetics, and the climate and health benefits of choosing organic natural fibres. 📊 Explore the infographic and article here: https://lnkd.in/dShSgA7t Let’s make plastic-free choices from our kitchens to our closets! #PlasticFreeJuly #GOTS #SustainableTextiles #Microplastics #NaturalFibres #IFOAM #OrganicTextiles #CircularEconomy

New Podcast Feature! 🌿 Franziska Dormann, our Head of Regional Representatives and Representative to Luxury Brands, joins the latest episode of the Zwei vor Zwölf podcast to discuss how we can make more responsible purchasing decisions — without compromising on quality or style. 🎧 Listen for insider insights into GOTS certification, and why traceability and independent verification are essential for both mainstream and luxury brands. The episode (in German): https://lnkd.in/dKZtXiZ #GOTS #GlobalStandard #OrganicTextiles #SustainableFashion #LuxuryFashion #Traceability #CircularFashion #TextileIndustry #ConsciousConsumer #Certification

The results of the recent OECD - OCDE Assessment of GOTS display our strong alignment with international due diligence frameworks! 🎙️ “This report represents a great achievement for GOTS and reaffirms our steady commitment to supporting human rights and environmental protection in textile supply chains worldwide,” said Ruslan Alyamkin, Responsible, Standard Development and Implementation (Social Responsibility) at Global Standard. “It validates GOTS as a system grounded in internationally recognised frameworks and confirms our Due Diligence Framework as an example of best practice in the industry.” 💬 Watch the video below to hear more from Ruslan. Learn more about the report: https://lnkd.in/dq4_y9yX   #DueDiligence #GOTS #OECD #SustainableTextiles #Certification #HumanRights #ResponsibleBusiness #SupplyChain #TextileIndustry #HRDD

We’re proud to share that GOTS has completed the OECD’s Alignment Assessment – a significant milestone affirming our commitment to responsible business conduct in the textile sector. The OECD - OCDE reviewed our written standards against its Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains in the Garment and Footwear Sector, and the findings highlight some of our core strengths: ✅ Our standard covers all six steps of the OECD due diligence process, embedding responsible practices across labor, environmental and integrity risks.  ✅ GOTS promotes clear, consistent expectations for certified companies, helping bring due diligence into the everyday decision-making of suppliers and manufacturers.  ✅ Our Due Diligence Handbook and Implementation Manual closely align with OECD language, making expectations transparent and actionable.  ✅ We require Certified Entities to report publicly on their systems, risks and progress for transparency and accountability.  ✅ GOTS supports the establishment of grievance mechanisms that meet the UNGP effectiveness criteria and ensures remediation for those affected by harm. This alignment process strengthens our resolve to keep improving and leading the way in responsible textile certification! We thank the OECD - OCDE for its continuous support and constructive collaboration throughout the alignment assessment process. → Read more: https://lnkd.in/dq4_y9yX #DueDiligence #GOTS #OECD #SustainableTextiles #Certification #HumanRights #ResponsibleBusiness #SupplyChain #TextileIndustry #HRDD

It was great to see our Representative in South Asia, Ganesh Kasekar, speak at the Maharashtra Industry Dialogue 2025 on how GOTS supports innovation and sustainable transformation in the textile sector with environmental and social criteria! #GOTS #SustainableTextiles #OrganicTextiles #TextileIndustry #TextileInnovation #CircularEconomy

Cape Town! Want to learn how GOTS supports African textile producers and global brands in creating responsible value chains? 🌱 Come meet us at allfashion sourcing Cape Town July 8-10 2025 at the CTICC! We’re excited to share that Muktar Lamido Dodo, our Representative in Africa, will be on-site to connect with industry professionals, brands and suppliers committed to building a transparent and certified fashion future. 🎤 He will also be speaking on the panel: From Waste to Worth: Building a Circular Fashion Economy in South Africa and Beyond, on July 9th, 10:00-10:45 in CTICC 1. The panel will highlight - Collaboration across the value chain - Circular design, indigenous materials and regenerative practices - Extending product life cycles and reducing landfill - The role of certification and digital innovation in driving inclusive, sustainable transformation Let us know if you will be there! 👇 #GOTS #SustainableFashion #OrganicTextiles #allfashionsourcing #AfricanTextiles #TradeShow #GlobalOrganicTextileStandard #CertifiedOrganic #TextileStandards #ResponsibleFashion #TextileSourcing