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As autumn arrives, I have decided to take on a new knitting project. But being a textile consultant, it is almost impossible for me to look at textiles simply as cozy hobbies or everyday fashion. When I look at a ball of yarn, or a finished sweater (whether its hand-knitted or bought in a store), I immediately zoom in on the details: the fibers, the dyes, the sewing threads, the labels and the accessories that complete the piece. I see everything that makes up the finished garment or textile product. And that is exactly why the OEKO-TEX® claim, "Trust in Every Thread", resonates so much with me. To me, trust in textiles means that every single component counts. From the yarn I am knitting with in the photo to the invisible chemical processes behind the colours, finishings and printing, everything has been tested for harmful substances and lives up to strict limit values. We surround ourselves with textiles every single day. We wear them close to our skin, sleep in them and let them into our homes. Textiles should do more than just look good, fit well or keep us warm. They should be a source of comfort, safety and trust. Next time you spot the OEKO-TEX® logo, remember that it is a promise of trust in every thread. What do you focus on and consider when choosing textiles for yourself, your home, or your own creative projects? If you are curious about textile safety or want to know more about how OEKO-TEX® certifications work in practice, feel free to drop a question in the comments or send me a message. I am always happy to talk textiles! 👚✨

OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT certification gives you an independent proof that your chemical products meet REACH, EU-POP, AFIRM, CPSIA, ZDHC and the ECHA-SVHC candidate list requirements. Contact your nearest OEKO-TEX® testing institute to learn more.

Chemicals, colourants and auxiliaries used in textile and leather production need to meet strict safety and environmental criteria. OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT is designed to help you test and analyse your products to be compliant with international requirements. Contact your nearest testing institute to learn more about the certification.

The list of compliance requirements your customers expect you to meet keeps growing. OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT proves that your chemicals meet international regulations. It gives you regulatory peace of mind through an independent and verifiable certification.

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Learn how the OEKO-TEX® ORGANIC COTTON certification verifies every step across the entire supply chain and assures that the organic product origin is traceable.