Certifications
OEKO TEX
OEKO TEX is a single control standard in the textile sector. It allows you to identify which products do not contain harmful substances and are therefore suitable for use by the consumer. Tests are carried out on any harmful substances, including:
- Substances prohibited by law;
- Substances whose use is regulated by law;
- Chemical substances that are harmful to health (even if not regulated by law).
GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
GOTS is an international standard used for the certification of natural fibres. This certification includes various environmental and social criteria, including:
- Prohibition of using toxic heavy metals, formaldehyde, aromatic solvents, functional nanoparticles, GMOs and other enzymes
- Prohibition of using chlorine-based bleaches
- Prohibition on the use of azo dyes
- Prohibition of contamination of the soil, groundwater and atmosphere
- All operators must respect an environmental protection policy with precise objectives and procedures aimed at reducing consumption and discharges to a minimum
- Waste water from all wet processing units shall be treated through a functional water treatment plant
- Prohibition of forced labor
- Freedom of association and right to collective bargaining
- Health and safety in the workplace
- No exploitation of child labor
- Adequate wages to guarantee dignified living conditions
- Not excessive working hours
- Regularity of hiring
