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TEXTILES YOU CAN TRUST

Whether a T-shirt, work pants, or protective gloves, textiles accompany us in our daily lives as well as at work. However, what many people don't know is that conventional fabrics can contain residues of chemicals that are harmful to health. This is a serious risk, especially with tight-fitting clothing.

The OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100® creates trust here – with clear testing standards, strict limit values, and a globally recognized certification. But what does that mean in concrete terms? And what should companies and users pay attention to?

THIS IS WHAT THE CERTIFICATION IS ABOUT

OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100® is an independent testing and certification system for textile raw materials, intermediate products, and end products – from yarns and fabrics to finished clothing.

What is being checked:

+ Illegally prohibited substances – e.g. carcinogenic dyes
+ Legally regulated substances – e.g. plasticizers, flame retardants
+ Health-hazardous chemicals, even if they are not (yet) regulated by law
+ Healthcare parameters, e.g. pH value, skin compatibility

The tests are always conducted according to the latest scientific standards and are significantly more stringent than legally required.

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Click here for the official OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100® website with more information.

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WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR BUYERS AND MANUFACTURERS?

The seal provides guidance and security for both end consumers and companies that want to have their products tested for safety.

For carriers:
For buyers, the OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100® certification is a clear quality feature and a signal for safety. Products with this seal have been tested for a variety of potentially harmful substances. Therefore, when buying textiles with the OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100®, you can be sure that these products are skin-friendly, tested for harmful substances, and safe for your health.

For manufacturers and retailers:
The certificate offers several advantages for manufacturers: It strengthens the trust of trading partners and end consumers, ensures compliance with legal regulations, and documents responsible action along the entire supply chain. The testing covers textile raw materials, intermediate products, and end products at all processing stages – from yarn to the finished product. This not only creates transparency, but also helps to improve internal quality standards and clearly position oneself in the market.

Recognize the marking correctly

The OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100® label stands for tested safety and transparent quality – visible and traceable. Each certified product bears a unique label that displays a certification number and the responsible testing institute. The authenticity can be easily verified through the official OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100® website.

Products that are certified according to OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100® bear this pictogram.

Important for practice:
+ All components of a product, from yarn to zipper, must meet the requirements
+ The certification is valid for 12 months
+ An annual inspection is mandatory

The label is therefore not a one-time seal, but rather an expression of continuous quality assurance along the entire textile supply chain.

TEXTILE RESPONSIBILITY WITH OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100®

OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100® stands for textiles that have been tested for harmful substances – transparent, traceable, and independent. For manufacturers, it is a seal of quality, for buyers a reliable orientation system. Those who produce or purchase certified products are sending a clear message about increased safety, responsibility, and trust in the textile supply chain.