Hailed as "the gold standard for organic cotton certification"(www.nytimes.com). The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is recognized as the world's most rigorous organic textile standard. Our GOTS Certification covers the complete supply chain from: 

• Raw materials — Sourced from GOTS-certified suppliers.
• Knitting (PR0015) — In-house fabric knitting using certified organic yarn.
• Manufacturing (PR0016) — Cut, sew, and finishing of certified organic products.
• Wastewater treatment — All wet-processing facilities operate functional wastewater treatment systems.
• pH requirements — Finished products must fall within a skin-compatible pH range of 4.0–7.5.
• Colorfastness testing — Products meet minimum standards for wash, perspiration, and rubbing fastness.
• Shrinkage limits — Maximum of 5% for woven goods and 8% for knitted goods.
• Social criteria — Fair wages, safe working conditions, no child labor, and freedom of association.
• Environmental management — Documented policies for waste minimization and responsible chemical use.
• Full traceability — Chain-of-custody documentation from farm to finished product.

This isn't just about the fiber; it's about every chemical, every process, and every worker involved.

What is GOTS Certification?

GOTS, or the Global Organic Textile Standard, is an internationally recognized certification that verifies textiles are made with organically grown fibers and processed under strict environmental and social criteria. To be GOTS-certified, products must use certified organic fibers and meet rigorous standards throughout the entire supply chain—from farming and harvesting to spinning, dyeing, finishing, and manufacturing. This includes prohibiting toxic chemicals, formaldehyde, heavy metals, and harmful dyes, as well as enforcing ethical labor practices and wastewater treatment requirements. GOTS certification ensures textiles are genuinely organic, safe for sensitive skin, and responsibly produced from start to finish.

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The Journey to GOTS-Certification

Essential Layer Inc.(ELI), Cottonique’s parent company and the driving force behind our hypoallergenic products, acquired its GOTS Certification.

In our continuous pursuit of creating the best hypoallergenic clothing, we take a deliberate approach from the very beginning—sourcing raw materials exclusively from GOTS-Certified suppliers, investing in a bigger and more advanced owned manufacturing facility, and developing innovative processes that avoid harmful chemicals. These collective efforts led to our successful completion of the Global Organic Textile Standard assessment, a true testament to our continuous commitment to producing clothing free from harmful chemicals.

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What does this mean for our customers?

Genuine 100% Organic Cotton Label

GOTS Certification verifies that the cotton fibre used in the products is organically grown at certified organic farms that avoid harmful conventional farming processes. So if our label say 100% organic cotton, it means 100% organic cotton.

Harmful Chemical-Free Process

Our GOTS Certification confirms that our products are free of harmful chemicals that may cause irritation or long-term health problems. Our products do not contain any of the following chemicals:

• Formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing compounds
• Azo dyes release carcinogenic amine compounds
• Heavy metals: Lead, Cadmium, Mercury, Chromium VI, Nickel
• PFAS / PFOS (forever chemicals)
• Phthalates (plasticizers)
• Chlorine bleaching agents
• Aromatic solvents (benzene, toluene)
• PVC / Polyvinyl chloride
• Brominated/chlorinated flame retardants
• Organotin compounds (TBT, DBT)
• Quaternary ammonium compounds
• Genetically modified organisms (GMO cotton)

Ethical Production Process

Certified organic cotton farming protects farmers’ health by eliminating harmful chemicals from planting to harvesting, while ensuring fair labor practices throughout the entire production process. Plus, ourGOTS Certification ensures that your products are produced by workers who are fairly valued. Clothing that is ethically produced from farming to packing.

Environmentally Friendly Products

Our  GOTS Certification also highlights our continued effort to create sustainable clothing. From organic cotton farming that promotes soil health and the overall surrounding ecosystem. A production process that adheres to strict environmental restrictions. Cottonique provides clothing that cares for your skin and is safe for the environment.

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