GLOBAL ORGANIC TEXTILE STANDARD 7.0 (GOTS 7.0)

The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) was developed by leading standard setters to define world-wide recognised requirements for organic textiles. From the harvesting of the raw materials, environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing to labelling, textiles certified to GOTS provide a credible assurance to the consumer.

The GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) version 7.0 is officially released in March 2023 and is effective for allCertified Entities and approved chemical Inputs beginning on 1 March 2024. The transition period starts on the day ofrelease and lasts one year. Early adoption is permitted and encouraged for all entities even before the effective date.All audits and assessments conducted on or after 1 March 2024 shall be conducted according to GOTS version 7.0.