GOTS is the world's leading textile process standard for organic fibres, as well as

ecological and social criteria, safeguarded by independent certification of the entire

textile supply chain. GOTS certified final products may include fibre products, yarns,
fabrics, clothing, home textiles, mattresses, personal hygiene products, as well as food
contact textiles and a variety of other items. Having one common customary implies that
textile processors and manufacturers will export their materials and clothing with a single
organic certification that is accepted by all major retailers.

This transparency additionally offers shoppers the ability to decide on actually organic product
sourced from inexperienced provide chains. If you've made the decision to switch to organic
cotton, it's a terrific step. But search for the GOTS certification, which is the top accreditation for
organic fibers, to confirm that the invention is truly carbon-based and authentic, from seed to
completed product (Global Organic Textile Standard).The Global Organic Textile Standard
(GOTS) is a leading textile processing standard for organic fiber's that includes ecological and
social objectives and is supported by independent certification of the entire textile supply chain,
according to the GOTS. The goal of GOTS is to define internationally accepted standards for
organic textiles. This includes cotton harvesting seeds, harvesting methods, raw resource
utilization, and finished product quality control. There are several meanings for sustainable

Fashion, moral wear, and honest production. The global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) has a
well-defined set of criteria.

Only if every stage complies with the GOTS requirements can the finished product bear the
GOTS logo. Therefore, certification is required for all textile makers, traders, and processors. For
instance, the initial steps of processing, for GOTS, the entire value chain is certified All
companies involved in the farther processing of cotton up to the finished product must meet the
specific conditions. It's inapplicable whether they operate in the Global South or in Europe.The
product of apparel involves numerous ways, utmost of which are carried out in several countries
which is why there aren't numerous seals that look at the entire processThis means primarily for
the raw materialthe cloth must correspond of at least 70(in the stricter interpretation indeed 95)
of organically grown natural fibers- substantially cotton. Other factory fibres would be hemp or
linen; but beast products similar as hair are also

Companies must have an environmental protection management system, with the sewing
machine
1) GOTS guarantees compliance with labour rights.In addition, GOTS-certified
products also meet a number of social criteria based on the ILO core labour
standards: No discrimination, violence or harassment in the workplace
2) No child labour
3) Limitation of overtime
4) Safety in the workplace
5) Right to trade unions
6) Minimum or collectively agreed wage as a basic requirement; a living wage is
aimed for
7) All processes, production, packing, labelling, trade, and supply of textiles made
from at least seventy percent certified organic fibers are covered by the standard.
The first step in the textile supply chain is where the GOTS certification
procedure begins. The transformation of fibre into yarn and yarn into cloth is
essential to the textiles process. For instance, the first process step in the ginning
of cotton is when the seeds are separated from the cotton bolls. Any worldwide or
national organic farming standard that has been accepted by the IFOAM Family
of Standards covers the initial production of organic fibre.
8) GOTS covers every stage of the creation, production, and sale of organic textiles.
All should be accredited according to rigorous ecological and social standards.so
that the product can display the GOTS label. In doing so, the GOTS ends the
practice of "greenwashing.
9) process. Ginning is the first stage of the process for cotton, for instance, when the
seeds are separated from the cotton bolls. Additional examples include retting for
bats fibres (like flax, hemp, jute, kenaf, ramie, etc.). When it comes to animal
fibres, the GOTS standard recommends scouring and boiling for wool and
washing cocoons for silk. Grading would be the first step in a GOTS certified
entity's process if wool grading wasn't covered by the organic agricultural
certification.
10) A facility in the first stage of the process should provide evidence that organic and
conventional fibres are used during an on-site inspection.
 11) A plant in the initial stages of the process must demonstrate during an on-site
inspection that conventional and organic fibres have never been mixed to prevent
contamination. By using entirely different storage sites, distinct markings,
appropriate storage and handling, etc., this will be made sure of. Coaching and
employee knowledge are of utmost importance in this situation because traditional
and organic raw fibres have a similar appearance.
12) When purchasing raw fibres, they should be certified to an organic production
standard recognized by the IFOAM Private Standards for the applicable scope of
production (crop or animal production). According to ISO IWA 32, organic
cotton must undergo a high-quality GMO screening. Raw fibres from
manufacture that are prohibited because they have a history of flagrant violations
ofthe core labour standards of the International Labor Organization (ILO), or of
animal welfare principles, or of land grabbing
13) obtaining and affirmative to confirm the organic status of raw materials acquired,
scope certificates and group action certificates for incoming raw fibres are crucial.
Other stages that must be documented in a GOTS certified company include
thinking of wastage, volume reconciliation, and approved transportation
paperwork. The group activity Certificates must include information about quality
characteristics including micronaire and fibre length for the processed organic
material offered by GOTS certified entities.
14) Spinning is that the process stage at that fibres area unit born-again into yarns,
sometimes with the assistance of twisting and drawing. Worsted spinning and
cotton spinning use totally different varieties of machinery in yarn preparation;
moreover, there's ring spinning and open-end spinning. Sometimes, artificial
fibres area unit blending with natural fibres at the spinning stage, as well. A
textile item using The GOTS label must contain at least 75% certified organic
fibres, and a component bearing the label grade "organic" must be present. have at
least 95% certified organic fibres.Comberoil could become a stuff for spinning of
open-end yarns in some cases.

Since unbleached organic and standard yarns look identical. is of utmost importance in storage
and on the shop floor. color committal to writing of wills and bobbins can facilitate, besides
separate storage facilities. coaching and awareness of staff is of essential importance here once
more. Spinners should purchase GOTS certified raw materials and maintain records of quantities
purchased. Once more, thought of wastage, volume reconciliation, and acceptable transportation
documentation area unit other steps that ought to be undertaken.

used should be completely refined with a low value for fossil oil. of zero.5%. Machine oils
coming back up-to-date with organic yarns should be serious metal-free. artificial fibres, Area
units that are to be dissolved at a later stage of the process are not permitted to be used.

Weaving or knitting is that the stage at that yarn is reborn into material. uncolored or colored
yarns is also accustomed build materials. Non-woven material producing techniques eliminate
spinning and directly convert fibres into material.Sometimes, completely different styles of yarns
square measure employed in warp and yarn for mixing, strength, patterning, etc. Weaving is
sometimes preceded by distortion and filler for strengthening the yarn.

Natural filler agents ought to be used. restricted usage of artificial filler agents is permissible yet.
Machine oils returning in reality with organic yarns should be serious metal-free. Separation and
identification of organic yarns, warp beams, material rolls, etc. should be ensured in storage and
on the shop floor coaching and awareness of employees is crucial here, again. Fabric processors
should purchase GOTS certified yarns and maintain archives of measures purchased. The
processing stage known as wet processing is where colourants and/or chemicals are applied to
the textile substrate (collectively known as inputs in GOTS terminology). This includes sizing,
desizing pre-treatment, dyeing, printing (including digital printing), finishing, laundering, and
other processes. Wet processing is also used in the production of nonwovens via hydro
entanglement.

Sizing is the process of adding natural or synthetic materials to yarns to make them stronger so
they can withstand the stress of warping and weaving. Desizing is the process of removing sizing
agents from woven materials after they have been woven. Following that, pre-treatment
procedures such as bleaching, boiling, kiering, washing, mercerization, optical brightening, and
so on are carried out. The goal is to increase whiteness and absorbance while preparing the
substrate (usually a fabric or yarn) for dyeing or printing.
In wet-processing procedures, finishing is typically the last stage. The completed cloth is
enhanced in terms of appearance, functionality, or softness. Stitched clothing may occasionally
be washed after production in launderettes. Again, employee education and awareness are
essential. It is crucial to purchase GOTS-certified raw materials, keep track of amounts, take
wastage into account, reconcile volume, and use proper transportation paperwork, among other
things.

This part has the highest level of potential dangers due to the usage of chemicals and water, so
very strict requirements are necessary. Chemical inputs that are utilized to wet-process GOTS
goods must first receive approval.

At least 75% of the sizing agents used should be derived from plants. To prepare for
pretreatment, ammonia treatment, and chlorination of wool is forbidden. It is only permitted to
use oxygen-based bleaches, such as peroxide, ozone, etc.

Additional restrictions on allergic dyes, carcinogenic and suspected carcinogenic colorants, and
dyes containing heavy metals apply to dyeing and printing. Natural dyes and auxiliaries derived
from vulnerable species on the IUCN Red List are also prohibited in order to prevent the
exploitation of natural resources.

There are restrictions on printing inputs that contain permanently absorbable organic halides
(AOX). Furthermore, printing techniques that use phthalates, aromatic solvents, or chlorinated
plastics (such as PVC) are prohibited.

Manufacturing, according to GOTS nomenclature, denotes the last stage of GOTS Goods
production. It is often referred to as the CMT industry (cutting, making, trimming). At this stage,
GOTS Goods' labelling and final packing are also covered. This covers a variety of goods, such
as clothing, textiles for the home, carpets, hygiene items, combined goods, etc. Assembly, Fabric
marking, stitching, ironing, sorting, balling, filling/stuffing, and etc. may all be included in the
manufacturing process.
For practicality and/or fashion considerations, many accessories are used during manufacturing
operations. They must adhere to tight requirements for hazardous substance residue, as listed in
the following Restricted Substances List (RSL). See the page How to Get Additives Approved
for more information on the approval process for accessoriesAlternately, Oeko-Tex Standard 100
certified accessories are permitted.

Machine lubricants that come into contact with organic textiles must not contain heavy metals.
Organic items must be separated and identified. Purchasing raw materials with GOTS
certification, keeping track of amounts, taking wastage into account, volume reconciliation,
transportation paperwork, etc.

After decreasing waste, the Certified Weight is the weight of GOTS-certified raw materials
utilized in the finished product. For the purposes of volume reconciliation and Transaction
Certificates, a precise computation of the weight of accessories and additional fibres must be
given.

It is possible to use the license number of the maker or the purchaser for on-product labelling. In
all circumstances, the certified entity applying the GOTS Label must have its certification body
approve the labelling.

Business-to-business (B2B) companies who purchase and resell GOTS products but do not
change the products or labelling in any way are regarded as traders. B2B trade is currently
practiced in the textile industry for both finished packaged goods that may be sold out to end
customers as well as for products that are in the availability chain (yarns, fabrics, etc.). Agents
and retail establishments that only "facilitate" the sale of goods are not perceived as traders.
Retailers are companies that operate exclusively for consumer consumption. Businesses that sell
GOTS products and generate a turnover of at least 20,000 dollars per year should be certified.
Despite whether or not the products are physically present, the deciding factor is legal custody of
the goods. Processing stages Businesses that don't appear to be required to become certified
because their annual sales of GOTS products are less than €20,000 should register with an
approved certifier instead. In this situation, it is important to confirm the certified status of their
supplier and, consequently, the right labelling of the GOTS products (with the license number
and certifier's reference of the supplier). As soon as their annual revenue exceeds 20.000 Euro,
they must notify the approved certifier and are released from certification requirements. Retailers
can choose to become certified on their own

Water and energy utilization during the production of fabrics is discussed. If the objective
pretensions and processes are not fulfilled, measures are put in place to reduce water and energy
consumption. GOTS must be provided with information and figures on how much water and
energy are consumed per kg of fabric product. These aspirations must be met. Then some criteria
the process must meet -

a) All organic raw supplies must be clearly labelled as equivalent at all links in the supply
chain and stored separately from other supplies.
b) Following the collection of the raw fibre, the processing and manufacturing are
covered to ensure that all chemicals used in the coloring process are estimated and fulfil
requirements for toxicity and biodegradability The use of poisonous heavy essence,
poisonous chemicals, Benzidine, Parathion, Mercury, Aldicarb, any sweet detergents,
Formaldehyde, GMO and their enzymes, is rigorously banned.
c) Knitting and canvases mustn't contain any heavy essence.
d) The product must be processed with oxygen grounded bleaches. There is absolutely no
chlorine bleaching.Any colorings that release carcinogenic amine composites are
rigorously banned.
e) Discharge printing styles using sweet detergents and plastisol printing styles using
phthalates and PVC are banned,
f) All drivers must have an environmental policy including target pretensions and
procedures to minimize waste.
g) Packaging accoutrements are also covered including buttons (for illustration coconut
shell buttons are frequently used), packaging mustn't contain PVC. All cardboard,
papers, markers etc. must be reclaimed or certified consequently.
h) Once the whole process from ranch to final product is covered, and meet GOTS criteria
and conditions, manufacturers are also allowed to be issued with a GOTS instrument
and can use the GOTS marker in the final products
In order to verify that the cotton fibre was grown and farmed without the use of GMO seeds
(genetically modified seeds), chemicals, or pesticides, a certification from federal organic
farming standards is required. Additionally, farmers must be accredited in accordance with
global organic agricultural standards. This aids in the cotton's ability to be traced.

In addition to processing and manufacturing standards, GOTS also has a social standard that
must be met in order to receive certification.

This includes no child labour, safe and hygienic working conditions, and no discrimination. It is
not forbidden to put in long hours or to treat them harshly or inhumanely. A quality assurance
system and ethical business practices are implemented.Organic cotton with GOTS certification
means thatthe materials used to make your product were responsibly obtained, and that
production was carefully inspected. Some GOTS norms are not required to be declared in the
SDS, so not all GOTS criteria are frequently assessed alone. Frequently, an SDS may contain
incomplete,

contradictory, or incorrect information. As a result, certifiers must consider additional sources of

knowledge, such as freelance work tests, ingredient traceability checks, and so on, in order to
determine or reassert the elements of a chemical input and its environmental and
pharmacological medicine parameters.
 Time Frame
Task
Process
Day 1
GAP Analysis
Certification Body
Selection
Cost Estimates
I. Identifying the gap between existing systems and GOTS requirements
• Choosing the appropriate certification Body
• Depending on the scope of your business and the certification Body you choose

Week 1
Developing Documents
 Management System Manual, Management System Procedures, Policy, Objectives,
Forms, and so on. • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

Week 4
Implementing Management System
II. GOTS Awareness Training for Top Management and Staff
Throughout the organization, implementing a well-documented management system
 Week 8
Internal Audit
MRM
CAPA
 Internal audits identifying nonconformities related to GOTS requirements
 Management Review Meetings
 Corrective and Preventive Action plan for nonconformities
Week 10
Certification Body
Audit
N-C Closing
 Shamkris acts on your behalf and assists you in the third-party audit
 Closing of any nonconformities identified by the certification Body
Week 12
Certification Body
 GOTS certificates issued for 1 years
 Transaction certificate issued for each certification
Year on Year
Yearly Compliance
 Support of Yearly documentation for audit

Any public or transnational Accreditation Body that includes the blessing and monitoring
procedure, as well as the conditions specified in the GOTS delegation document, can grant
GOTS Accreditation for instrument bodies, with the International Organic Accreditation
Services (IOAS) serving as our primary ally in this process. Instrument bodies seeking approval
as a GOTS certifier must previously hold a valid delegation to perform instrument in accordance
with ISO/IEC Guide 17065.

The GOTS organization and Textile Exchange (TE) collaborated to develop harmonized
programmers and templates for sale and compass instruments. The templates unify the layout,
format, and textbook of both instrument types among the various instrument bodies and
standards. This will assist all druggies, particularly marketable buyers such as brands and
retailers, who buy goods certified to various norms from diverse suppliers, issued by various
instrument bodies, to fluently compare, handle, and corroborate information handed with
compass and sale instruments issued to GOTS and any Textile Exchange standard.

The templates are intended for use by GOTS/TE-accredited instrument bodies for any compass
and sale instruments.

The GOTS organization and Textile Exchange (TE) collaborated to develop harmonized
programmers and templates for sale and compass instruments. The templates unify the layout,
format, and textbook of both instrument types among the various instrument bodies and
standards. This will assist all druggies, particularly marketable buyers such as brands and
retailers, who buy goods certified to various norms from diverse suppliers, issued by various
instrument bodies, to fluently compare, handle, and corroborate information handed with
compass and sale instruments issued to GOTS and any Textile Exchange standard.
The templates are intended for use by GOTS/TE-accredited instrument bodies for any compass
and sale instruments.

1) Products bearing GOTS ensigns provide Organic origin assurance that is credible,
as well as environmentally and socially responsible processing.
2) The entire organic force chain is covered, from harvesting to manufacturing and
trading, providing end users with credible assurance.
3) Third-party verification using an independent instrument.
4) Buyers' threat operation tool.
5) Worker health, safety, and rights are protected. Regardless of the organic orders at
hand, Social criteria and ethical business practices are necessary preconditions for
ensuring responsible business practices. Authentic realities have access to the
GOTS Monitor (Water/ Energy), which collects data on water and energy
consumption (per kg of textile affair). When it comes to sustainability,
environmental operation and wastewater treatment are crucial.
 6) Only GOTS with a low environmental impact are accepted. Approved chemical
inputs free of dangerous substances are permitted to be used in the processing
GOTS Goods in accordance with the Manufacturing Restricted Substance List
(MRSL)

Accessories are inspected for dangerous substance residues in accordance with the Restricted
Substances List (RSL).

GOTS products meet specialized quality parameters such as colorfastness, loss, and so on.

GOTS certification is available for a wide range of products, including garments, home fabrics,
mattresses, combined products (such as cabinetry, baby buggies, etc.), specific hygiene products
(such as diapers, feminine hygiene, earbuds), and food contact fabrics.

While there's nothing wrong with the translucency, credibility and ecological criteria, the social
criteria are criticized for not being far- reaching enough.

Central to this is that GOTS so far only requires the legal minimum pay envelope; still,
organisations like the Clean Clothes crusade(CCC) demand the payment of a" living pay
envelope" that is, a pay envelope that actually covers all important cost factors and indeed allows
some plutocrat to be saved.

The difference between the minimal pay envelope and the living pay envelope is veritably high
in some countries the CCC sets the living pay envelope in Bangladesh at about 5 times advanced
than the law prescribes.

In fact, still, indeed the minimal pay envelope is veritably frequently simply not paid by
traditional companies, or only after a disproportionate quantum of overtime has been worked. In
a 2019 disquisition, the CCC set up in 43 out of 45 conventional companies surveyed, there's no
substantiation that" at least some of the women workers are paid living stipend". This includes
pots similar as H&M, Zara, Primark or Amazon.

still, this would indeed formerly be a big step forward- indeed if some further way have to
follow, If large pots actually made a harmonious trouble to misbehave with the minimal pay
envelope.
Anybody organizing Any textile product that intends to be sold, labeled, or represented as having
the trademarked GOTS logo, GOTS labeling, or any other reference to GOTS (certification),
must first satisfy the necessary requirements set forth by the Global Organic Textile Standard
Programmed.

An illustration of a GOTS logo developed usingThe GOTS labelling may be displayed in

catalogues and on websites by retailers (including order firms) who do not appear to be required
to take part in the GOTS certification system, much like the on-product labeling of the certified
goods they buy/sell. things that An illustration of a GOTS logo developed using The GOTS
labeling may be displayed in catalogues and on websites by retailers (including order firms) who
do not appear to be required to take part in the GOTS certification system, much like the on-
product labeling of the certified goods they buy/sell. things that

GOTS assesses the process, production textiles on the basis of each, environmental, and social
criteria in order to build a truly property textile trade. This includes assessing everything from
the chemical inputs used to employee morale. To be GOTS certified, you must meet all of the
requirements.

The GOTS standard is entirely made up of necessary criteria. FurthermoreThe GOTS Manual
offers interpretations and implementation advice. The term "quality" refers to the process of
creating, packaging, labelling, marketing, and distributing all textiles made from at least 70%
certified organic fibres. There are two GOTS label grades: 'organic,' which requires a minimum
of 95% organic fibre, and ‘made with organic materials,' which requires a minimum of 95%
organic fibre.' which requires a minimum of 75% organic fibres.
The GOTS standard consists entirely of mandatory criteria. The GOTS Manual also includes
interpretations and implementation suggestions. Quality is defined as the process of designing,
packaging, labelling, marketing, and distributing all textiles made with at least 70% certified
organic fibres. There are
two types of GOTS
certification. "Organic,"
which requires at least
95% organic fibres, and
"made with organic
materials," which requires
at least 75% organic fibres,
are the two lab
gradesWhen developing
GOTS, we established
strict environmental and social parameters, which we documented. As a result, we believe that
there is a need for a standard that is both practical for artificial products and applicable to a broad
range of products. Every three years, GOTS publishes a completely revised interpretation of the
standard, streamlining and perfecting the criteria to reflect the most recent available practices.

This is a collaborative problem, and we welcome input and comments from global stakeholders
and experts, such as the cloth and vesture assiduity, chemical suppliers, organic husbandry and
environmental organizations, workers' rights groups, and labour unions. We set strict - and list -
conditions for ecological and social parameters when developing GOTS. As a result, we consider
the need for a standard that is both practical for artificial products and applicable to a wide range
of products. Every three years, GOTS publishes a completely revised interpretation of the
standard, streamlining and perfecting the criteria to reflect the most fashionable practices
available.

This is a combined problem, and we welcome effort and comments from international
stakeholders and experts, such as the cloth and vesture assiduity, chemical suppliers, organic
husbandry and environmental organisations, workers' rights groups, and labour unions. We set
strict - and list - conditions for ecological and social parameters when developing GOTS. As a
result, we consider the need for a standard that is both practical for artificial products and
applicable to a wide range of products. Every three years, GOTS publishes a completely revised
interpretation of the standard, streamlining and perfecting the criteria to reflect the most
fashionable practices' available.

This is a collaborative problem, and we welcome input and comments from international
stakeholders and experts such as the cloth and vesture industry, chemical suppliers, organic
husbandry and environmental organisations, workers' rights organisations, and labour unions..
GOTS is being implemented at a rapid pace around the world, as the standard reconciles the
cloth industry's desire for a singleglobal standard with the desire of consumers for transparency.
We finished the year with a record number of,338 GOTS certified installations, a 19% increase
over the,383 installations demonstrated in 2021. GOTS installations have increased dramatically
since 2014. In 2018, the figure increased by 14.6 percent over the previous year. Consumers and
retailers have recognized and accepted GOTS as a premier sustainable standard that meets both
ecological and social criteria. It is the standard for real organic fabrics. We are concerned about
the liabilities that will result from this, but we remain committed to following the path laid out by
GOTS' founding organizations.The realities participating in the instrument system include
processing, manufacturing, and trading companies throughout the entire cloth force chain,
ranging from small-scale units to the largest perpendicular integrated enterprises, primarily
producing for North American, European, and Japanese demands. The growing interest among
leading retailers and brands in garments produced and certified in accordance with the GOTS has
increased demand for GOTS products We regularly inform our stakeholders and enhance
processes like the Label Release Form in order to uphold the high credibility of GOTS and
GOTS certified products. Because GOTS is registered as a certification mark or trademark in so
many nations, we are able to enact sanctions whenever there is proof that the GOTS label or
GOTS certification is being misused. By using our public complaint process, anyone can assist
us in achieving this. As GOTS gains acceptance, it is crucial to make sure that a GOTS
certification reflects the highest industry standards. Through our upgraded online complaint
form, GOTS addressed 196 complaints about trademark infringement in 2021. German and
French contributions made up the majority of the total (28 percent each), with the remainder
coming Organic textiles are made from organic fibres, and GOTS certification covers organic
textile processing, manufacturing, and trading. The certification of fibre production is based on
internationally recognized international standards approved by the IFOAM Family of Standards.

Independent Third-Party GOTS accredited Certification Bodies perform on-site inspection and
certification of processors, manufacturers, and traders, which serves as the foundation of the
GOTS monitoring system. Its purpose is to provide credible assurance for the quality of GOTS
certified textiles. Learn more about becoming certified.

For this approval process, as well as for continuous monitoring of the approved Certification
Bodies, GOTS has developed its own accreditation system.

Fastening on business effectiveness, stakeholders from organic cloth force chain will bandy
enterprise at the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) India Seminar 2018. Through focused
and grueling conversations, the one- day forum listed to be organized in Coimbatore, will
address pressing issues applicable to the organic fabric’s assiduity. The forum will equip
delegates with stylish practices and know how affiliated to the biggest openings – and challenges
– help transubstantiating their force chains to achieve effectiveness through sustainability. As
consumers come decreasingly apprehensive of the environmental cost of fast fashion, 2018 is
prognosticated be the time that sustainability goes mainstream. Advances in cloth process
inventions can lead to sustainable development while at the same time perfecting edge and
enhancing gains, GOTS press release said.

The event will look into major issues faced by the fabrics similar as sustainability in the fashion
assiduity, chemical and environmental compliance and future of obedience and norms among
others. GOTS has been organizing indigenous forums and roundtables since 2016.' GOTS India
Seminar 2018' is the first Indigeniusevent in India in this series.There are numerous ways for
businesses to benefit from Global Organic Textile Standard certification (GOTS). The top five
reasons shown and why getting certified to GOTS supports a company's business case for
sustainability are listed below.
GOTS is an all-inclusive risk management tool for your supply chain. GOTS establishes
stringent and extensive environmental and social standards for the entire supply chain. The
GOTS criteria are stated explicitly• Third-party certification, as opposed to self-claims, provides
independent external verification.

• Certification includes both onsite inspection and product testing for quality assurance.

• Certification ensures the credibility and veracity of claims that investors and the general public
expect.

Improved eco-efficiency as a result of GOTS wastewater management and other requirements.

• Improved socio-efficiency as a result of GOTS social compliance management requirements.

• GOTS certification facilitates sustainable supply chain management, lowering company costs
by eliminating the need to trace the entire supply chain.

• GOTS certification can open doors to new markets, such as public procurement; and

• GOTS is explicitly recognized by governments and leading textile, sport, environmental, and
organic organisations around the world.

• Sustainability innovation adds value to conventional products.

• Long-Term Market Development

• Allows businesses to be market leaders.

• Prepares businesses for an increasingly stringent regulatory environment.

• Allows businesses to be market leaders.

• Prepares businesses for an increasingly stringent regulatory environment.

In 2021, the GOTS staff had grown to 21, with specific expertise in their respective fields spread
across the globe. GOTS has added three new employees in the last year. Mukhtar Dodo, the first
African Representative, is based in Nigeria. Buka Kalachi is in charge of the newly created
position of Responsible Standard Development and Implementation (Ecology), while Ruslan
Lamkin is in charge of Social Responsibility. In 2021, Travis Wells will be appointed as GOT
Protection Officer in North America, and Holger Strips will be appointed as Head of Marketing.
Existing employees were also promoted to new positions. Prachi Gupta is now in charge of
Quality Assurance and Impact, tasked with engaging with GOTS ACBs on quality assurance
procedures such as CB Webinars and Training, GMOdata collection, and CB complaints, as well
as impact procedures such as quality surveys with CBS.As well as Certified Entities. Felicia Shi
expanded her role as GOTS Representative in the Asia Pacific region, and former GOTS
Communication Executive Juliand Ziegler took over as Representative for the Germany, Austria,
and Switzerland region, while Franziska Dorman moved on to represent Global Brands.

GOTS has a grievancetechnique in place to certify a formalized, appropriate, operative method

of handling and resolving any complaints that have been made about:

GOTS is regarded as a sound and credible standard by numerous official bodies, international
and national organisations This ensures the quality of organic textile products from the field to
the finished product. Each is described briefly below.
The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA)ii addresses asbestos, lead, and
phthalates in consumer products such as children's sleepwear. It requires domestic manufacturers
and importers of non-products children to issue a General Certificate of Conformity (GCC)
certifying that the product complies with all applicable safety laws and regulations enforced by
the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

Benefits All CPSIA inputs of concern, including phthalates, brominated and chlorinated honey
retardants, and numerous other classes of poisonous chemicals, are prohibited under GOTS.
GOTS also strictly regulates Lead to the smallest values. Pukka operations must take over testing
in accordance with a threat assessment to ensure GOTS compliance. All GOTS Goods, their
components, and the inputs used are to be included in this threat assessment and thus potentially
tested.

Reach requires all companies that manufacture or import chemical substances in quantities of
one tone or more per year into the European Union (including textiles) to register the substances
with the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). REACH also prohibits the use of chemical
substances of very high concern (SVHC) that are carcinogenic, mutagenic, reprotoxic, persistent,
bio accumulative, or endocrine disrupting. Why is GOTS used? GOTS Certification ensures that
legal requirements and the demands of non-governmental organisations are met. July 14th, 2020
Page 4/5 Why is GOTS used? Page 4/5, January 31, 2020 If the total quantity used is more than
one tone per year and the SVHC is present at more than 0.1% of the mass of the object, ECHA
must be notified. As of December 17, 2015, there were 168 SVHCs on the authorization
candidate list...

Given its strict environmental and mortal toxin conditions, GOTS prohibits the use of far more
than the 11 Greenpeace-targeted chemical families. It also includes a "Positive List" of GOTS-
approved input trade names (colorings, colors, inks, auxiliaries.). Prior to operation, all chemical
inputs (colorings and auxiliaries) used in the processing chain of GOTS Pukka fabrics are
approved by a GOTS Approved Certifier. Since its inception, GOTS has adhered to the MRSL
system for chemical inputs. Similarly, accredited third-party certifying bodies audit cloth
processing installations for social and environmental compliance, and end products are required
to be tested in accordance with the Risk Assessment performed by the certifying bodies.An on-
site examination of sharing cloth operations on a regular basis by an independent and accredited
Certifier verifies that the inputs used are approved.