Sustainability Certifications for Textiles
Wool & Fibre Standards
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Canadian Wool Certification
The Canadian Wool Certification program is an initiative to create a nationally recognized program & logo representing wool and value-added wool products that were grown and manufactured in Canada.
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Responsible Wool Standard
Now the Materials Matter Standard Pilot Version V1.0 administered by Textile Exchange - Responsible Wool Standard - Now the Materials Matter Standard Pilot Version V1.0 administered by Textile Exchange
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Alpaca Fibre Standard
Responsible Alpaca Standard - Now the Materials Matter Standard Pilot Version V1.0 administered by Textile Exchange
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Down Fibre Standard
Responsible Down Standard - Now the Materials Matter Standard Pilot Version V1.0 administered by Textile Exchange
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Flax Fibre Standard
European Flax Standard - Note: only available in Europe but a great resource for Flax and Hemp
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Cotton Fibre Standard
Better Cotton Initiative
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Organic Content Standard (OCS)
The Organic Content Standard (OCS) is a voluntary global standard that sets the criteria for third-party certification of organic materials and chain of custody.
Types of Certificates
Organic Fibre Standards
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Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
Our mission is to constantly develop, implement, review, protect and promote the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS). For both environmental and working conditions in textile and clothing production, GOTS defines requirements that apply to the entire supply chain of products made from organically produced raw materials. The organic raw materials are produced without toxic, stubborn pesticides or fertilizers, so that soil fertility is maintained or restored. Of course, GOTS also sets standards in terms of animal welfare and animal husbandry and prohibits the use of genetically modified organisms.
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OEKO - Tex
OEKO-TEX® standards enable everyone to make responsible decisions and protect natural resources. Driven by sustainability and a dedication to transparency, our work is grounded in proven science
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Canadian Organic Standards
COG provides education, advocacy and leadership to help build an agricultural system that empowers farmers and consumers, enhances human health, builds community and mitigates climate change while increasing Canadian food sovereignty.