OEKO-TEX® originated in Germany and Austria, which its name comes from the German language."OEKO" comes from the German word "Öko", which is short for "ökologisch", meaning "ecological" or "environmentally friendly".

Bluesign,a system designed to ensure safety, transparency, and ecological responsibility throughout the textile value chain. Based in St. Gallen, Switzerland, and spearheading a multi-stakeholder ecosystem, bluesign's mission is simple yet transformative: empower textile brands, manufacturers, and chemical suppliers to create safer, cleaner products for both people and the planet.

Founded in 1995 by architect William McDonough and chemist Michael Braungart, McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry (MBDC) is the original conceiver of the Cradle to Cradle (C2C) design philosophy and the architect behind the Cradle to Cradle Certified® program .

Fairtrade is not just a certification—it's a powerful global movement aiming to reshape trade into a force for good. At its heart, Fairtrade envisions “a world in which all producers enjoy secure and sustainable livelihoods, fulfil their potential, and decide on their future”.

The Higg Index is a suite of tools developed by the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) (now Cascale) to help measure and improve environmental, social, and ethical performance in the apparel, footwear, and textile industries.

In a world increasingly aware of environmental degradation, biodiversity loss, and the urgent need for sustainable resource use, the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) stands out as one of the most trusted organizations promoting responsible forestry.

The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI)—now simply Better Cotton—is the world’s largest cotton sustainability program, founded in 2005 (officially launched in 2009) to make cotton production more sustainable, equitable, and responsible.

GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) is the world's leading standard for processing organic fibers, including ecological and social criteria, backed up by independent certification of the entire textile supply chain.

With growing concerns over plastic pollution, textile waste, and the overuse of virgin resources, recycling has become an essential strategy for building a circular economy. In the textile industry, one of the most important certifications promoting transparency and credibility in recycled materials is the Global Recycled Standard (GRS).