OEKO-TEX® Certified Garments:
A Sustainable Choice for You and the Planet

In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable fashion, discerning consumers seek clothing options that align with their values. OEKO-TEX® is an international third-party organization that established a certification system that sets rigorous standards for testing textile products to ensure they’re safe from harmful properties.

Rather than manufacturing garments themselves, OEKO-TEX® promotes safer products and verifies other companies’ apparel through a comprehensive testing and certification process.

OEKO-TEX® standards enable conscientious consumers to make responsible decisions and protect natural resources. Driven by sustainability and a dedication to transparency their work is grounded in proven science.

What Does the OEKO-TEX® Label Mean?

The OEKO-TEX® label comprises various third-party certifications, each guaranteeing that a textile product is devoid of harmful substances. The most common label customers may encounter is the Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX®. Here’s what it signifies:

1. Rigorous Testing: All components of an end product—materials, threads, trims, zippers, linings, buttons, dyes, and coatings—are rigorously tested for harmful substances.
   
   
2. Safety Assurance: When discerning consumers see the Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX® label, they are assured that the garment is a healthier choice for both them and the environment.
   
   
3. MADE IN GREEN by OEKO-TEX®: Taking it a step further, this label certifies that the product was ethically and sustainably produced at every stage of its creation.

Why Is OEKO-TEX® Important?

1. Skin Contact: We wear clothes close to our skin, making it crucial to avoid harmful substances. OEKO-TEX® ensures that textiles are safe for our bodies.
   
   
2. Environmental Impact: OEKO-TEX® minimizes the environmental impact of dyeing processes and production, benefiting both the planet and those involved in making and selling garments.

In a world of sustainable style where greenwashing abounds, look for that reassuring OEKO-TEX® label which offers a beacon of authenticity.

Learn more about OEKO-TEX®

A selection of reliable and trusted suppliers that offer OEKO-TEX® certified clothing includes:

Sanmar Canada

alphabroder Canada

S&S Activewear

Stormtec

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