The GOTS certificate -
What is it actually?

More than organic

GOTS stands for Global Organic Textile Standardand is the world's leading sustainability certificate for textiles made from organically produced natural fibers. It sets uniform, controllable standards for the entire manufacturing process and defines minimum ecological, social and animal welfare requirements for production.

Over 90% of our bed linen range is GOTS certified

The GOTS certification

To be awarded the GOTS seal, the following areas are closely scrutinized:

• Organic fibers
  At least 70% certified organic fibers are required for the first label level - "Made with organic materials". If a textile consists of 95% or more organic fibers, the premium label "Organic" is awarded.
• Formaldehyde - no thanks!
  Harmful chemicals or toxic heavy metals have no place in GOTS textiles. This not only applies to production, but also starts with cultivation: Chemical pesticides or fertilizers are just as taboo as genetically modified plants. Responsible animal husbandry is mandatory for wool products and neither antibiotics nor synthetic growth hormones may be administered.
• 1A quality
  GOTS-certified terry cloth and table or bed linen is not only ecologically safe, but also of the highest quality. All products are tested for shrinkage, lightfastness and abrasion resistance.
• Minimum social requirements
  The strict standards of the International Labor Organization (ILO) apply to processing, production and trade. This means
  
  - fair pay for the workers
  - regulated working hours
  - healthy and safe workplaces
  - prohibition of child labor, discrimination, violence or harassment in the workplace
• Environmental protection
  Legal environmental standards must be observed in the production of GOTS textiles. These include wastewater treatment plants where the water is purified before being returned to the water cycle.
• Accurate labeling
  To ensure that they are not contaminated with "prohibited" substances or non-GOTS-certified goods, products made from organically produced natural fibres must be accurately labeled.
• Packaging and transportation
  Sustainability is not only a priority in production, but also in terms of packaging and transportation. For example, paper and cardboard packaging must be made from recycled materials.

Ecological added value

So when you buy sustainable home textiles from Mary Rose, you are giving yourself a double gift: you are pampering yourself with skin-flattering, high-quality and beautiful textiles. And you also have a clear conscience because you know that your bed and upholstery cover has been produced sustainably from the fiber up and in compliance with important social and ecological criteria.

We also offer a very special range in which the entire product, from the sewing thread to the fastener to the woven labels, is biodegradable without leaving any residue. Find out more about our Cradle to Cradle certified® GOLD range or about our collaboration with the Fair Wear Foundation.

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