OEKO-TEX®’s goal is still to promote confidence in the leather and textile industries. The OEKO-TEX Association has published revised testing criteria, limit values, and recommendations for its certifications based on the most recent scientific research and regulatory requirements since confidence depends on continually high standards.
advancements. Important modifications include tighter BPA restrictions under OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100, stringent transparency standards for leather supply chains under OEKO-TEX® LEATHER STANDARD, and improved organic cotton certification through OEKO-TEX® ORGANIC COTTON, which is included in OEKO TEX® MADE IN GREEN. Verification of biodegradability and commodity chemicals will be part of the extended OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT. After the transition period, the updated standards will go into effect on April 1, 2025.
STANDARD 100: BPA safety and the new organic cotton guideline
The OEKO-TEX® community places a high value on openness and clear communication. OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certification will no longer cover any claims of being “GMO-free” as of April 1, 2025. The cotton in the certificate scopes is “organic.” With OEKO-TEX® ORGANIC COTTON, cotton may now be certified as “organic.” This choice is motivated by the commitment to upholding the greatest standards of It was put into place to improve supervision of certified organic cotton, an area that focusses on safety and compliance.
STANDARD 100: The new organic cotton standard and BPA safety Transparency and open communication are highly valued in the OEKO-TEX® community. As of April 1, 2025, claims of being “GMO-free” will no longer be covered by OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certification. In the certificate scopes, the cotton is “organic.” The OEKO-TEX® ORGANIC COTTON certification allows cotton to be labelled as “organic.” This decision is driven by the dedication to maintaining the highest standards of It was implemented to enhance the oversight of certified organic cotton, a field that prioritises compliance and safety.
STANDARD 100: BPA safety and the new organic cotton standard
The OEKO-TEX® community places a high importance on openness and transparency. Claims of being “GMO-free” will no longer be protected by OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certification as of April 1, 2025. According to the extent of the certificate, the cotton is “organic.” Cotton that has earned the OEKO-TEX® ORGANIC COTTON certification is able to bear the term “organic.” This choice is motivated by the commitment to upholding the greatest standards of It was put into place to improve the supervision of certified organic cotton, an industry that places a high value on safety and compliance.
STANDARD 100: The new organic cotton standard and BPA safety
Openness and transparency are very important to the OEKO-TEX® community. OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certification will no longer guarantee claims of being “GMO-free” as of April 1, 2025. Based on the certificate’s scope, the cotton is “organic.” Only cotton certified by OEKO-TEX® ORGANIC COTTON is permitted to use the word “organic.” This decision is driven by the dedication to maintaining the highest standards of It was implemented to enhance oversight of certified organic cotton, a sector that prioritises compliance and safety.
STANDARD 100: BPA safety and the new organic cotton standard
For the OEKO-TEX® community, openness and transparency are crucial. Beginning April 1, 2025, OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certification will no longer be a guarantee of “GMO-free” claims. According to the extent of the certificate, the cotton is “organic.” Only cotton that has earned the OEKO-TEX® ORGANIC COTTON certification is allowed to use the term “organic.” This choice is motivated by the commitment to upholding the greatest standards of It was put into place to improve supervision of certified organic cotton, an industry that places a high value on safety and compliance.
STANDARD 100: The new organic cotton standard and BPA safety
Transparency and openness are essential to the OEKO-TEX® community. OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 accreditation will no longer be a guarantee of “GMO-free” claims as of April 1, 2025. Based on the certificate’s scope, the cotton is “organic.” Only cotton certified by OEKO-TEX® ORGANIC COTTON is permitted to use the word “organic.” This decision is driven by the dedication to maintaining the highest standards of It was implemented to enhance oversight of certified organic cotton, a sector that prioritises compliance and safety.
STANDARD 100: BPA safety and the new organic cotton standard For the OEKO-TEX® community, openness and transparency are crucial. As of April 1, 2025, OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certification will no longer constitute a guarantee of “GMO-free” claims.
According to the extent of the certificate, the cotton is “organic.” Only cotton that has earned the OEKO TEX® ORGANIC COTTON certification is allowed to use the term “organic.” This choice is motivated by the commitment to upholding the greatest standards of It was put into place to improve supervision of certified organic cotton, an industry that places a high value on safety and compliance.