GOTS News

GOTS revision process commences

01 January 2025

Stuttgart, Germany – The following statement was issued today by Global Standard, the non-profit that owns and operates the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS): “We are pleased to announce the formation of a 25-member Standard Revision Committee (SRC) to oversee the revision of the Glo…

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Global Standard releases statement celebrating the inclusion of GOTS in the EPA’s federal purchasing recommendations

09 December 2024

Stuttgart, Germany – The following statement was issued today by Global Standard, the non-profit that owns and operates the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS): “Global Standard applauds today’s announcement by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to include the Global Organic Text…

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GOTS Due Diligence Handbook for Auditors marks sustainability milestone for the textile industry

19 November 2024

Stuttgart, Germany – Global Standard, the non-profit that manages the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), in partnership with The Hague-based UpRights Foundation, is proud to announce the launch of the GOTS Due Diligence Handbook for Auditors. This landmark resource is a critical step…

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Global Standard Lifts Intertek Suspension

06 November 2024

Stuttgart, Germany – Global Standard today announced it is lifting the suspension placed on Intertek Testing Services NA Inc., a GOTS-approved Certification Body (CB), following recent communication received from their Accreditation Body (AB), ANAB (ANSI National Accreditation Board). ANA…

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GOTS and OCA call on textile industry to support farmers transitioning to organic cotton

23 September 2024

Stuttgart, Germany – As the global demand for sustainable textiles continues to rise, the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and Organic Cotton Accelerator (OCA) have joined forces to urge industry leaders, businesses and stakeholders to take decisive action in supporting farmers trans…

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