The "under review" status indicates that the certificate is undergoing renewal, with samples reviewed and tested for the next one-year term. OEKO-TEX® certificates are valid for one year, and materials covered by the certificate are retested in partner laboratories to ensure compliance with the latest criteria.

Use our Label Check tool by entering the label number to verify certification validity. If a product is advertised as certified, the packaging or the product itself should feature the label with the unique product ID. If not, please provide us with a link to the product for further investigation.

Please ensure that you enter the label number with case-sensitive characters, special characters, and blank spaces. Do not include the name of the testing institute. If you're unable to find a result despite entering correct information, please reach out to us for assistance.

Yes, certifications such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, SA8000, or OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001 that support sustainability efforts within your company are recognized for STeP certification. Refer to Annex 8 of the STeP Standard for more information.

No, audits for OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 and LEATHER STANDARD are conducted as part of the STeP audits framework.

The full test program of the OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 is carried out to ensure product safety. In addition, tests for GMOs and pesticides are carried out to ensure organic farming. OEKO-TEX® has developed a new quantitative GMO test, which allows to differentiate contamination from mixing in conventional cotton on purpose. In case of a failed qualitative GMO test the quantitative GMO test allows us to check if the failure was due to contamination or not.

To apply for OEKO-TEX® certification, use the application form available on myOEKO-TEX®. For OEKO-TEX® RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS, complete the application form here.

The transaction of organic cotton is safeguarded by requiring facilities to obtain a transaction certificate and submit supporting documents, including OEKO-TEX® ORGANIC COTTON certificates and invoices. OEKO-TEX® maintains a secure database of transactions to prevent fraudulent activities.

OEKO-TEX® ORGANIC COTTON certification streamlines raw material verification, chain-of-custody, and supply chain transparency. Moreover, when coupled with OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT certified chemicals, it reduces testing costs and forms the foundation for OEKO-TEX® MADE IN GREEN label, encompassing sustainability, social criteria, and supply chain transparency.

A general ban on the intentional use of PFAS in textiles, leather, apparel, and footwear has been implemented. Rigorous laboratory testing is conducted for the presence of PFAS in OEKO-TEX® certified products.